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It was a warm morning in Sasi, a small settlement on the Jaglot–Skardu Road, when I woke to the faint hum of a distant jeep engine and the smell of parathas being fried somewhere nearby. My body still ached from the ride the day before, but excitement coursed through me...Read More

The sun had just begun to rise over the Basho Valley, spilling soft light over the meadows and rivers that had lulled us to sleep the previous night. The air was crisp, scented with pine and wet grass. Somewhere in the distance, a river murmured softly — the same river...Read More

As soon as I turned from the main road, I couldn’t help but stop and look around — what a spectacular sight! A deep breath escaped me, filled with awe and gratitude. for letting me witness such grandeur. The wind carried the scent of sand and pine, the landscape stretched...Read More

The northernmost valleys of Pakistan are a siren song to adventurers, nature lovers, and seekers of solitude. For me, the journey from Chilam Chowki to Minimarg and Deosai was more than a road trip; it was a pilgrimage to landscapes so raw and untamed that they command both respect and...Read More

We had arrived at Chilam Chowki the previous evening, our first checkpoint on what promised to be an unforgettable journey. Chilam Chowki isn’t exactly a tourist spot — it’s a transit point for travelers heading to Deosai or Minimarg. The area is simple, functional, and surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery. We...Read More

We arrived here after a long and scenic ride through northern Pakistan. The place where we stayed the night is called Ghazi Guest House — one of only two decent options in this small, windswept settlement. Both are good enough for a night’s stay, though Chilam Chowki itself isn’t really...Read More

The morning sun was still hiding behind thick clouds when I unzipped my tent and stepped into the cool mountain air of Tarishing. A light drizzle hung over the valley, blurring the outlines of the mighty Nanga Parbat — the Killer Mountain — that stood hidden somewhere behind the mist....Read More

The day began under a blazing sun in Chilas.Yesterday, this mountain town had been drenched in rain and wrapped in the soft, soothing mist of evening. But this morning, the sky was clear, the air heavy with heat, and the sun glared down from a pale blue dome. As I...Read More

The soft sound of rain tapping against the window marked the beginning of another day of adventure. The valley of Batakundi, still wrapped in a gentle morning mist, looked breathtaking even under gray skies. It was cold — colder than we had expected — and the rhythmic patter of raindrops...Read More

Table of Contents Toggle Morning in Sharan ForestPreparing for the Off-Road ChallengeThe Thrill of Dense ForestsNavigating Slippery Trails and Hidden SpringsLessons in Patience and Riding SkillsA Break at Chinar ResortCamping Amidst NatureRiding Through Mist and Waterfalls: Sharan to Manshi TopConquering Off-Road ChallengesManshi Top: A Glimpse of HeavenDescending Toward Naran: Rivers...Read More

Table of Contents Toggle Awakening in BalakotBreakfast and Morning RitualsLeaving the Town BehindInto the Off-Road SectionNavigating the VillagesMeeting the LocalsRiding Through Challenging TerrainObserving Village LifeThe Challenges and RewardsReflections on the VillagesA Pause at Chinar ResortArrival at the Camping SiteSetting Up CampOrganizing GearThe Forest as a NeighborSettling InThe Soundtrack of the...Read More

Table of Contents Toggle The Call of the MountainsCompanions of the RoadPacking Up, Saying a PrayerThe Ride to MonalBreakfast in the CloudsInto the Heart of Khyber PakhtunkhwaChoosing the Scenic RoadNathiagali: Among the PinesAbbottabad: The City of PinesThe Famous Pakoras of Ilyasi MosqueMeeting the VendorsTasting History on a PlateEncounters Over PakorasPakoras...Read More