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Saturday, March 16, 2013

Welcome to Karakorum Experience



We are pleased to introduce you ourselves as "KARAKORAM ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS TREKS, TOURS, EXPIDITIONS AND SAFARIS" one of the leading Adventure companies in Pakistan, offering range of Adventure /cultural trips to the North of Pakistan the paradise for Adventure lovers. The North Pakistan Gilgit /Baltistan which is situated at the inter-section of four of the worlds mightiest mountain ranges, the Hindukush, Himalayas, Karakorum and Pamirs (The Roof of the World). These ranges form the largest concentration of High Mountain peaks in the world within radius of less than hundred KM.
There are more then 700 peaks above 6000m, including 137 peaks above 7000 meters, 29 above 7500 meter and five out of fourteen peaks above 8000 meters in the world including invincible K-2 8611 meters (the world’s 2nd highest peak), Nanga Parbat 8125 meters the worlds most challenging peak of western Himalayas know as the sleeping beauty, Gasherbrum-1(8068) meters, Broad peak 8047m meters and Gasherbrum-II.
 The area once beyond the forbidden frontiers is open today through the Eighth wonder of the world the Karakorum High Way which once known as the Silk Route. "KARAKORAM ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS” being the native of the area has twenty years of experience of leading Adventure trips to this legendary land. We offer trips in other places of touristic interest throughout Pakistan, China, and new accessible wonderlands of Central Asia., manage the KARAKORAM ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS TREKS, TOURS, EXPIDITIONS AND SAFARIS.   Objectives of this adventure loving company are to offer the best possible services to the satisfaction of the travelers. Today the "KARAKORAM ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS is proud to offer following highly professional and personalized services to our valued clients.
We build the relationship
As the hospitality is our principle
And your confidences is ours
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN:
We respect and protect the nature and cultural environment in every region we visit. We also give awareness to the local people to protect the beautiful landscape and preserve the local culture and tradition. We work to preserve the fragile environment, culture and nature in the areas in which we operate. De-foresting and soil erosion is a major concern and pollution is also alarming in certain region of Northern Areas. We share this concern and are keenly aware of our responsibility towards a clean and sustainable ecosystem.
Join us! And let us be your host to an experience of a lifetime. We assure you of our best possible services, as we do not compromise on the service standard and safety of our valued clients.
                     
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Contact Us

Contact Us
KARAKORAM ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS Treks, Tours, Expeditions & Safaris.
Head Office: Near Baltistan Continental Motel Skardu P.O.Box No 635 Skardu Pakistan
Cell No :+92 3145386518
Office :+92 5815 454355 

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Visa Information




Visa Information

To obtain Pakistan visa please contact the nearest Pakistan High Commission or a consulate to your place. If you do not have Pakistan embassy or consulate in your city/ country then contact the neighboring country’s Pakistan embassy who may assist you to obtain Pakistan visa. To find their contact please visit (Pakistan Embassies Abroad) section of our website. Generally visa processing takes 5 to 7 working days. For any further assistance/ invitation letter for obtaining visa please contact our office. To download visa forms and fee information refer the following web link (www.pakistanconsulateny.org).
 
Pakistan Missions abroad are authorized to grant Pakistan visa / tourist visa for three months validity and stay with double entry to foreign tourists.
RPOs have been authorized to extend tourist visa for Pakistan up to a maximum period of six months including the initial visa period and condone overstay up to 15 days on payment of visa fee subject to payment of a minimum of US $ 10 only.
For Northern Areas, the Deputy Commissioners Gilgit &Skardu have been authorized to allow extension in Pakistan visa for three months and one re-entry to the tourists in Northern Areas, charging visa fee as per policy.

Chinese and Japanese group tourists, through designated/authorized tour operators are allowed 72 hours Landing permit on arrival at Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta Airports and Sust Check Post followed by 30 daysPakistan visa extension through Regional Passport Offices located at Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta subject to the following conditions:-
i.) Pakistan visa application will be submitted through designated/authorized tour operators only;
ii.) The concerned tour operator will also submit undertaking to the effect that the tourists will be their responsibility and that they will not illegally overstay beyond validity of Pakistan visa;
iii.) If required, the same tour operators will apply, before expiry of visa for further extension upto 30 days; and
iv. The concerned tour operators will submit a confirmation about exit of the said tourists, after their actual leaving the country.

Foreign Journalists holder of accreditation card whose cases are recommended by the Ministry of Information and Media Development Islamabad are granted Pakistan visa/extension on yearly basis with multiple entries.
Non- based foreign Journalists for short visits are allowed one-month visa extension with two re-entries. 
Their visas are valid / restricted for Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi only. 
Their requests to visit additional places received through Ministry of Information and Media Development are considered on case to case basis.

Foreign nationals can only apply for Pakistan visa from their country of origin OR from the place of legal permanent residence. Request for visas of a THIRD COUNTRY origin will be decided only by the Ambassador / High Commissioner / Head of Mission / Consulate

Genuine businessmen from following 48 countries are allowed Visa on Arrival (VOA) none reporting for 30 Days on production of any of the following documents.
Recommendation letter from CC&I of the respective country of the foreigner
Invitation letter from Business organization duly recommended by the concerned Trade Organization/ Association in Pakistan
Recommendatory letter by Honorary Investment Counselor of BOI / commercial attaché posted at Missions abroad
Argentina, Hungary, Qatar, Australia, Iceland, Russia, Austria, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Iran, Singapore, Belgium, Ireland, Slovakia Republic, Brazil, Italy, South Africa, Brunei, Japan., South Korea, Canada, Kuwait, Spain, Chile, Luxembourg, Sweden, China(Including Hong Kong), Malaysia, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Mexico, Thailand, Denmark, Netherlands, Turkey, Finland, New Zealand, UAE, France, Norway, U.K., Germany, Oman, U.S.A., Greece, Poland, Portugal


Missions abroad can issue up to five years multiple business visa Pakistan (non-reporting) within 24 Hours to businessmen of 48 countries of List-A on production of any of the following documents:-
Recommendation letter from CC&I of the respective country of the foreigner
Invitation letter from Business organization duly recommended by the concerned Trade Organization/ Association in Pakistan
Recommendatory letter by Honorary Investment Counselor of BOI / commercial attach posted at Missions abroad.
Missions are also authorized to issue entry visa for one month to Genuine Businessmen of countries besides those in A List (except those not recognized by Pakistan) from applicants own country or place of legal residence by Ambassador / High Commissioner / Head of Mission only on the following criteria:
The applicant belongs to Company of International repute.
And / or
Fulfills the criteria laid down for List A country in respect of valid sponsorship from Pakistan.

The Regional Passport Offices at Islamabad as well as at Provincial capitals, have been empowered to allow one year extension in business visa on submission of the following requisite business related documents. 
a. Valid passport / business visa.
b. Documents showing substantial investment / export / import during last year.
c. Registration letter from Tourism Division (in case of hotel business)
d. Other business documents (i.e. letter from Chamber of Commerce &Industry / Registrar of Company, partnership deed, article of association etc.)
Extension in Pakistan visa beyond one year will be granted by the Ministry of Interior on production of the requisite business documents

Visa Committee under the Chairmanship of Secretary Board of Investment approves the work visa cases received in BOI through the companies working in Pakistan.
Visa advice is however issued by Ministry of Interior to Pakistan Mission abroad as per recommendation of BOI, in case of fresh entry visa for Pakistan and to Regional Passport Offices (RPOs) in case of visa extension.
The Committee may however, recommend work visa upto five years with multiple entries.
To facilitate the foreign investors, expatriates who hold business visa but are working in Pakistan, conversion of business visa to work visa is allowed on payment of fee of US Dollars 100/- in addition to work visa fee of the country of foreigner.

Request of the students is received by the MOI and Ministry of Education. Student visa is granted after obtaining NOC from Ministry of Education /Economics Affairs Division/Ministry of Health (as the case may be) and foreign Mission in Pakistan of the respective country and security clearance.
NOC is granted of the security cleared students for entry visa to the Mission abroad for three months with single entry visa Pakistan.
Foreign Students studying in Pakistan on proper student visa are granted visa/visa extension for one year with one re-entry. The same procedure is applied to foreign teachers of International Islamic University, Islamabad

Foreigners of Pak Origin are granted visa with multiple entries upto one year or validity of their passport, whichever is less by Missions abroad.
RPOs may grant Extension in visa to foreigners of Pak Origin for one year with multiple entries and upto 5 years without entries, subject to validity of their passport. A period of overstay upto six months can be condoned by RPOs in such cases.
Foreign wives of Foreigner of Pak Origin are also issued the same visa extension as to Pak Origin foreigners, subject to production of copy of Nikkah Nama / Marriage Certificate and NIC of husband.
Landing Permit for 72 hours can be granted by Airport Immigration staff, with prior approval of the Zonal Director (FIA) concerned, to the foreigners of Pak Origin and their families only in emergency cases on production of documentary proof of Pak Origin

Sikhs of foreign passport holders (other than the Indian passports) are granted entry visa for Pakistan by the Missions for a fortnight for the following places. Sheikhupura (Nankana Sahib) Rawalpindi / Hassan Abdal (Panja Sahib)

Embassies are empowered to grant short term visa for one month to the expatriates working with Non Government Organizations in Pakistan
For long term visa, the NGO is required to be registered with Government of Pakistan. In such cases, Mission abroad refers the applications for prior clearance from Ministry of Interior before granting visas.
In case of extension of visa, the registered NGOs may apply directly to Ministry of Interior which in turn authorizes the concerned RPOs for grant of extension of visa, if all the formalities are met.
For further visa Pakistan details please contact your nearest Pakistan embassy, to find their contact please visit (Pakistan Embassies Abroad) section of our website.
For visa rules please refer the following web link
http://www.interior.gov.pk/ 


Skiing in Pakistan



Skiing in Pakistan

Some of you may not be aware, the skiing opportunities that Pakistan has to offer. Though skiing is in its initial stages in Pakistan, there are various skiing spots that you can travel to. For a skiing enthusiast, Pakistan offers some fine skiing destinations with stunning scenic views.
Gilgit Baltistan in Pakistan offers a number of skiing spots for tourists. Some of the fine skiing destinations in Pakistan include Naltar in Gilgit, Burzil, Ratu and Astore. However of all the destinations Malam Jabba some 300 kilometers from Islamabad offers excellent skiing opportunities.
Located on the border to Afghanistan, Malam Jabba is about 300 kilometers from Islamabad. It takes about six hours by road to reach Malam Jabba. You can also take Pakistan Airways flight from Islamabad to reach Saidu Sharif, which is about 45 kilometers away from Malam Jabba.
Malam Jabba Skiing resort is located in the Swat valley in the North West Frontier Province. Accommodation is available at the Swat Valley. Malam Jabba offers wonderful opportunity for skiing, the scenery is stunning, where snow capped peaks seem kissing the azure sky on a clear day.
The other two well known skiing destinations in Pakistan are Nalter and Nathiagali. Nalter lies in the Gilgit Karakoram range and is one of the oldest skiing resorts in Pakistan. Before embarking on a journey to Nalter, it is essential to find out more about the skiing resort as it belongs to the Pakistan Air Force and prior permission may require. Nathiagali is located at an elevation of some 8000 feet in the Himalayas. Accommodation and proper infrastructure may be difficult to find.
So if a streak with adventure is what you are looking forward on your holidays, Pakistan is a wonderful place to tour. Come and ski on the powdery slopes of skiing resorts in Pakistan.
Tour to Pakistan brings you complete information on various tourist destinations in Pakistan. Tour to Pakistan promises to offer you all the help to make your tour to Pakistan an exciting and memorable affair. If adventure sport is what you like come and take our adventure sports tours.

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Top Destinations in Pakistan




Top Destination

 

1)  Gilgit Fort, Gilgit Town.
2)  Chalt fort, Chalt.
3)  Baltit Fort, Karimabad.
4)  Altit fort, Altit village.
5)  Ondra Fort, Gulmit village.
6)  Chilas Fort.
7)  Rondu Fort.
8)  Kharpocho Fort, Sakardu.
9)  Shigar Fort, Shigar valley.
10)  Kalandarchi Fort, Misgar valley.
1)  Khunjerab valley.
2)  Chapursan valley.
3)  Misgar valley.
4)  
Boibar valley.
5)  Shimshal valley.
6)  Duiker view point.
7)  Hopar valley.
8)  Rakaposhi view point, Ghulmet.
9)  Nalter valley.
10)  Kargha Nullah.
11)  Phander.
12)  Fairy meadows.

 

1)  Siachen                       (74km)
2)  Hisper                          (62km)
3)  Biafo                             (60km)
4)   Baltoro                        (60km)
5)  Batura                          (65km)
6)   Yengunta                    (35km)
7)  Chiantar                       (34km)
8)  Tirich                            (29km)

1) Satpara lake               (2320m)
2) Katchura lake             (2280m)
3) Borith lake                   (3000m)
4) Phander lake              (3000m)
5) Shandur lake              (3734m)
6) Kundal lake                 (2550m)
7) Mahondand lake        (2400m)
8) Saif-ul-Maluk               (3000m)

 

1) Yesin, 1st Century BC.
2) Bubar (Punial) Buddha 8th Century AD.
3) Kargha Nullah (Gilgit) Buddha 8th Century AD.
4) Sacred Rock of Hunza (444-454) AD.
5) Shatial Rock carving (Chilas) 1st Century BC.
6) Taqla Gar (Gojal upper Hunza) about 443 AD.


1)  Karakoram Pass          
2)  Khunjerab Pass           
3)  Kilik Pass                     
4) Mintaka Pass               
5)  Shandur Pass               
6)  Lowari Pass                 
7)  Shangla Pass                
8)  Khyber Pass                 
9)  Chafchingol Pass         
10)  Worthum Pass             
11)  Irshad-Uwin Pass     
12)  Shimshal Pass              
13)  Karmin Pass                
14)  Gondogoro-La Pass    

 

1) K-2                                
2) Nanga Parbat               
3)  Gasherbrum I               
4)  Broad Peak                   
5)  Gasherbrum II              
6)  Gasherbrum III           
7)  Gasherbrum IV             
8)  Distaghil Sar                
9)  Kunyang Chish             
10)  Masherbrum NE            
11)  Rakaposhi                    
12)  Batura-I                        
13)  Kanjut Sar                     
14)  Saltoro Kangri               
15)  Trivor                             
16)  Trich Mir                         
17)  Chogolisa                       
18)  Shisper Peak                 
19)  Skyang kangri                
20)  Pumari Kishw                 
21)  Tirich Mir NW                 
22)  K12                                 
23)  Teram Kangri                  
24)  Malubiting W                   
25)  Sia Kangri                       
26)  Haramosh                       
27)  Ultar Sar                         
28)  Karun Koh                       
29)  Momhil Sat                      
30)  Diran Peak                      
31)  Lupghar Sar                    
32)  Kampir Dior                    
33)  Golden Peak                   

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Horse Safari & Royal Polo




Horse Safaris in Pakistan

Pakistan is one of the wonderful destinations to enjoy adventure sports in the sub continent. The country is particularly famous for various safaris. The terrain and topography of some of the regions in Pakistan is tailor made for safaris. Jeep safari, camel safari and horse safari are three important activities that you can enjoy on your tour to Pakistan.
Horse Safari in particular is one of the most exciting activities that you can enjoy on your tour to Pakistan. There are a number of tourist destinations that tourists travel specifically for horse and pony safaris. Experience crossing the Deo-Sai plains on a horse back and you will realize why Pakistan is considered one of finest destinations for horse safaris. You can also enjoy horse riding in Shandur Pass and Kaghan Valley. Kaghan Valley is a beautiful destination, ideal for trekking and horse riding. The majestic mountains, beautiful waterfalls add to the scenic beauty of the valley. The ideal time to visit Kaghan Valley is from May to September.
Away from the hustle bustle of city life horse safaris are wonderful ways of taking in the beauty of these virgin destinations in Pakistan. Cool climes and beautiful scenery is what attracts many intrepid travellers to these tourist destinations. Shandur Pass is another beautiful place that you can visit in Pakistan. The Shandur Pass is also famous for its Polo. The game of Polo is a remarkable feature of the Shandur Pass, which attracts a number of locals and tourists.
Some other destinations that you can visit include the base of the Nanga Parbat. You can enjoy a pony ride from Tarshing to Chilam passing Gorikot and Godai on the way.
Horse Safaris are a unique experience in Pakistan. Come and discover the scenic beauty of Pakistan on the horse back with Tour to Pakistan.
Tour to Pakistan brings you complete information on various tourist destinations in Pakistan. Tour to Pakistan promises to offer you all the help to make your tour to Pakistan an exciting and memorable affair.
Free Style Polo
The sport of free style polo had its beginnings in Baltistan Northern side of Pakistan. Baltistan's princely kingdoms adopted the sport and made it their own, with their natural proclivity for riding. Kingdoms kept special stables for polo ponies, and their teams included among the very best in the world. Very often, the players were the rulers and members of their families, though their armies also encouraged the sport. In fact, if the sport has a presence in the country today, it is because the former royal families have continued to provide encouragement for it, and the Pakistani Army has been able to contribute its mite to it.
The Rajas were formidable polo playing families. With the glamour of the game, they drew international publicity for Pakistan, and the sport has remained one of the most prominent in the elite social circuit. Along with Shandur, there are also formidable polo teams in Shigar Baltistan, Kharmang, Rondu, Khapulo, Skardu, Astor, Nagar, Chitral and Gilgit.
It is not possible to simply arrive and start playing polo, since the sport needs especially bred horses in large numbers. These are largely maintained by the players themselves, or with the help of their sponsors. You will therefore have to seek out an invitation to play, something you are best advised to do in advance. However, it is possible to send in a special request while planning your trip to Baltistan or anywhere else in Gilgit Baltistan especially if you are a group with polo-playing members. This is important because, in season, when the game is played (April - October), the polo teams are often out on the circuit. Off course, there is also the chance of having visiting teams in Shandur, Skardu coinciding with the time of your visit. Even if you do not get the chance to play, there is every chance of being able to watch the sport as an observer which is almost as good as playing. There is something extremely satisfying about watching men on their horses as they pursue the ball with their sticks with skill and adroitness.
At various tourist festivals in the North, polo has been introduced as a friendly, competitive sport. Perhaps the only place in the world where it is played, the game provides a great deal of amusement and mirth, but is not yet a serious pursuit. If you would like to have a game especially organized, let us know we will come up to your expectations!

Itinerary
DaysPrograms
01Islamabad
02Skardu or Chils
03Skardu/Chilas – Skardu
04Skardu – Roundu valley - Polo plus pony trek around roundu valley 
05Roundu valley to Khaplu valley  – Polo
06Khaplu valley – Deosai – Shaueer Lake
07Deosai – Free Day
08Deosai – Astore
09Astore – Besham/Gilgit
10Besham/Gilgit – Islamabad
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