Journal

Stories from
the north.

Notes, seasons and small moments from our journeys through Gilgit-Baltistan — shared on our social channels, gathered here.

Autumn trees reflected in a still lake near Skardu

2027 journeys now live

Our eight all-inclusive small-group journeys for 2027 are ready to explore.

Blossom orchards and fields beneath mountain slopes

You'd be forgiven for thinking this was Japan

Apricot blossom season in Skardu and Hunza — a few short weeks of orchards in flower.

Rocky glacier beneath the snowy peaks of the Karakoram

How far would you go to see K2?

The journey to K2 Base Camp and Concordia, where the great glaciers meet.

The Hunza Valley beneath high mountain ridges

When should you visit Gilgit-Baltistan?

Blossom in spring, treks in summer, autumn colour — each season has its journey.

A winding stream across the high Deosai Plateau

Not everyone can disappear for two weeks

Our shorter 7 and 10-day journeys for people with busy lives.

A lake in the Skardu region surrounded by mountains

Skardu & Shigar with our guests

Travelling the Skardu and Shigar route with our small group in October.

Meadow, cabins and pine forest beneath Nanga Parbat at Fairy Meadows

Camping beneath Nanga Parbat

Fairy Meadows and the view of the world's ninth-highest mountain.

Autumn colour in a mountain valley beneath snowy ridges

Autumn colour in Hunza

Poplars and orchards turning gold in October.