About MilkywayAdventure
Born from a passion for the mountains and a desire to share the raw, untouched beauty of Pakistan with the world.
Our story
We are based in Gilgit, where the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindu Kush ranges meet. Our guides are locals who know every hidden gem and secret trail in the valleys we take you through.
Travel isn't just about seeing new places; it's about changing how you see the world. We believe in slow travel, deep cultural immersion and respect for the fragile ecosystems we explore.
From the forts of Hunza and the plains of Deosai to the Mughal monuments of Lahore and the Kalash festivals of Chitral, we plan every trip in detail so you can simply enjoy it.
What we offer
Multi-day tours
Road and air journeys through Hunza, Skardu, Fairy Meadows, Swat, Chitral and the Kaghan Valley.
Treks & expeditions
Base camp treks to K2, Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi, and high passes such as Gondogoro La and Shimshal.
Culture & festivals
Kalash festivals, Gandhara heritage, Mughal Lahore and the old bazaars of Peshawar and Rawalpindi.
Transport & services
Private transfers, 4x4 jeeps, domestic flights, hotels and guides, on their own or as part of a trip.
How we travel
Sustainable
We work with local guides, drivers and porters, practise eco-friendly travel and leave campsites as we found them.
Authentic
Our guides are storytellers and friends who bridge the gap between you and the communities you visit.
Safe
Your safety comes before the schedule. Every route has a backup plan for weather, roads and flights.
Safety in the mountains
Northern Pakistan is remote, and the weather changes quickly. This is how we plan for it.
- Licensed professional guides on every trek, with cooks, porters and helpers who know the terrain.
- Satellite phone or VHF radio and a group medical kit on treks.
- Gradual ascent with acclimatization days built into high-altitude itineraries.
- 4x4 jeeps with experienced drivers for mountain and off-road sections.
- A road backup along the Karakoram Highway whenever a Skardu or Gilgit flight is cancelled.
- Contingency days on long treks so a delay never puts your flight home at risk.
Registrations & affiliations
We operate as a registered tour operator and work with the tourism departments of the regions we travel in.
- DTS
Department of Tourist Services
Registered tour operator with the Department of Tourist Services, Government of Pakistan.
- GB
Gilgit-Baltistan Tourism
Affiliated with the Gilgit-Baltistan Tourism Department for tours and treks across the region.
- KP
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tourism
Affiliated with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture & Tourism for Swat, Chitral and Kalash journeys.
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Photo & video credits
- Aerial view of autumn in Hunza Valley and the Karakoram Highway: video by Hamzah Tariq (Pexels License)
- Badshahi Mosque, Lahore: photo by Dr Muhammad Amer (Unsplash License)
- Badshahi Mosque courtyard, Lahore: photo by Shazaf Zafar (Unsplash License)
- Faisal Mosque and the Margalla Hills, Islamabad: photo by Qasim Nagori (Unsplash License)
- Faisal Mosque at night, Islamabad: photo by Muhammad Irfan Baloch (Unsplash License)
- Mazar-e-Quaid, Karachi: photo by Kashif Afridi (Unsplash License)
- Sarafa Bazaar, Peshawar: photo by Muhammad Hussam Ud Din (Unsplash License)
- Early morning in old Peshawar: photo by Muhammad Hussam Ud Din (Unsplash License)
- Dharmarajika Stupa, Taxila: photo by Faisal Arshed (Unsplash License)
- Khewra Salt Mines: photo by Zawar Haider (Unsplash License)
- Gurdwara at Nankana Sahib during Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birth anniversary: photo by Ramneek Singh (Unsplash License)