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Welcome to ALTITUDE PAKISTAN

Your gateway to Pakistan's high mountains

We connect explorers with Swat, Gilgit‑Baltistan, Chitral, and the Kalash valleys through hosts who live beside the routes you travel—so every pass, meadow, and viewpoint is grounded in local context.

12+

Valley & pass corridors

500+

Travelers coordinated

24/7

On‑tour coordinator line

100%

Pakistan‑based field partners

Our story

ALTITUDE PAKISTAN grew from repeated questions we heard in Islamabad hostels and family groups: “How do we see Hunza without burning out on the highway?” or “Can we visit Kalash respectfully?” Today we pair road‑tested timing with drivers and guides across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit‑Baltistan so you spend less time guessing and more time in the mountains.

Our mission

Make northern Pakistan approachable: clear routing, honest pacing, and culturally aware hosts on every trip.

Our values

Standards we hold for every quote, convoy, and village visit.

Trust & transparency
Drive times, pass windows, and jeep stages are clarified before you pay—not after you’re on the KKH.
Safety & duty of care
Briefings on altitude, weather, and respectful conduct in Kalash villages and other sensitive sites.
Local livelihoods
We route spend through regional drivers, lodges, and guides so communities benefit from your visit.
Light footprints
Small groups, disciplined waste handling, and refillable water encouraged on every departure.

What we offer

End‑to‑end services for road trips, trekking access, and culturally rich visits.

Custom itineraries
Swat lakes, Hunza cherry blossom, Skardu gateways, Chitral jeep loops—stitched to your dates.
Permit & NOC liaison
We coordinate paperwork for restricted routes and trekking corridors where rules apply.
Field communication
Satellite or signal plans for remote treks, plus a coordinator you can reach during travel.
Cultural immersion
Guided village visits, artisan stops, and etiquette coaching for Kalash and mountain communities.
Seasonal calendars
Cherry blossom GB, summer trekking, autumn colour runs, and realistic winter Swat access.
Adventure support
Trekking logistics, porter teams, and liaison for high‑route programs with licensed partners.

Regions & corridors

Core blocks we combine into longer loops—tell us yours and we’ll thread them realistically.

Swat ValleyHunza & NagarGilgit & GhizerSkardu & ShigarChitral & HindukushKalash valleysKaghan–Naran

People & partners

Meet the team

Leadership that stays close to the field—alongside drivers, lodges, guides, and coordinators across KP and Gilgit‑Baltistan. On every departure you'll still meet valley hosts who make the journey feel personal.

Prefer a bespoke convoy briefing? Mention it on contact—we mirror your pace and altitude comfort.

  • Shakil Ahmad Khan, CEO / Founder

    Shakil Ahmad Khan

    CEO / Founder

    Sets strategic direction and partnerships so every route stays credible, safe, and respectful of the communities we cross.

  • Siddeq Akbar, Co-Founder

    Siddeq Akbar

    Co-Founder

    Shapes how we design and evolve the product—from trip pacing to transparency—grounded in real journeys on northern roads.

  • Maria Haj, Managing Director

    Maria Haj

    Managing Director

    Runs operational excellence: partner standards, convoy readiness, and guest care from quoting through your return.