Snow-covered Rakaposhi above autumn-coloured villages of the Hunza valley
Daral Lake in Swat reflecting mountains and clouds in deep blue water
A mare and foal grazing on a bright green meadow in Kumrat Valley
The Chitral valley with fields and river below the snow pyramid of Tirich Mir
Holy Trinity Church in Murree silhouetted against a pink sunset over the hills

Hunza · Chitral · Swat · Kumrat & beyond

Explore Pakistan'swild north

Small-group tours, private journeys and licensed local guides across the Karakoram, Hindu Kush and the Galiyat — planned end-to-end from Islamabad.

Who we are

About Amazon Adventures

We are northern Pakistanis who turn the country's most spectacular valleys into safe, effortless and unforgettable journeys — ready-made tours for families and friends, and licensed private guides for tour companies and solo explorers.

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Destinations

Eight valleys,
one unforgettable north

From the apricot orchards of Hunza to the pine ridges of Nathia Gali — hover a valley to see what makes it special.

Panoramic view over the Hunza valley from Eagle's Nest with poplars and peaks01

Hunza

Gilgit-Baltistan

Hunza

Apricot orchards beneath 7,000-metre peaks

2,438 m April – May blossom

Explore Hunza
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Gilgit

Gilgit-Baltistan

Gilgit

Gateway to the Karakoram, Hindu Kush & Himalaya

1,500 m April – October

Explore Gilgit
Shahi Mosque minarets in Chitral with Tirich Mir glowing in the distance03

Chitral

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Chitral

Kalash culture in the shadow of Tirich Mir

1,494 m May – October

Explore Chitral
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Kumrat Valley

Upper Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Kumrat Valley

Deodar forests, glacier rivers & Jahaz Banda

2,300 m June – September

Explore Kumrat Valley
Tall deodar and pine forest on a green slope in Upper Dir05

Upper Dir

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Upper Dir

Hidden valleys of the Panjkora

1,420 m May – October

Explore Upper Dir
Still blue water of Mahodand Lake stretching toward snowy Ushu peaks06

Swat

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Swat

The Switzerland of the East

980 – 2,000 m April – October

Explore Swat
Patriata cable car gondola gliding over forested hills near Murree07

Murree

Punjab

Murree

The classic hill station, an hour from Islamabad

2,291 m All year

Explore Murree
Autumn trees framing a view of forested hills from Nathia Gali08

Nathia Gali

Galiyat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Nathia Gali

Pine ridges, misty trails & Mushkpuri Top

2,500 m All year

Explore Nathia Gali

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Every trip starts in Islamabad. Tap a pin for altitude, travel time and the best season — or light up one of our classic road journeys.

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Private guide service

Your trip,
our local experts

Your itinerary. Our local experts.

Running a group to the north? Add our licensed guides to your departures — briefed on your itinerary, wearing your brand if you like, and backed by our Islamabad operations desk.

  • White-label guides who represent your company
  • Route, hotel & permit support for foreign groups
  • Back-up vehicles and drivers on call
  • Monthly invoicing and partner rates for repeat departures

Guides from PKR 9,000 / day

A boulder-filled stream running through the Kalash valley with travellers walking
The Karakoram Highway disappearing into golden cliffs near Passu
40+ licensed guides speaking 9 languages

When to go

Pick a month,
we'll pick the valley

The north changes completely through the year. Slide through the months to see where the weather, roads and colours are best.

Snow season — Murree, Nathia Gali and Malam Jabba skiing.

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    An empty mountain highway with Rakaposhi's snowy ridge ahead
    24/7trip support line from our Islamabad desk

    Why Amazon Adventures

    Travel north
    with total peace of mind

    • Safety first, always

      Vetted drivers, 4×4 vehicles serviced before every trip, first-aid trained leads and live trip tracking from our Islamabad desk.

    • Locals who know the way

      Our guides grew up in these valleys. They speak Khowar, Burushaski, Wakhi, Shina and Pashto — and know the chai stop with the best view.

    • Made around you

      Every itinerary flexes. Swap a hotel, add a rest day, upgrade to a private jeep — we rebuild the plan and the price in minutes.

    • Honest, all-in pricing

      Transport, stays, breakfast & dinner, permits and toll taxes are in the price. No surprise fuel or 'jeep charges' on the road.

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    Questions, answered

    Still curious? Message us on WhatsApp or call +92 300 0000000 — a real person replies, usually within minutes.

    Where do your tours start?

    Most departures start and end in Islamabad or Rawalpindi. We can also pick you up from Lahore, Peshawar or Gilgit/Chitral airport on request.

    Is northern Pakistan safe for families and solo travellers?

    Hunza, Gilgit, Swat, Chitral, Kumrat and the Galiyat welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors a year. We monitor road and weather conditions daily, travel with experienced drivers and keep a 24/7 support line open throughout your trip.

    What is the best time to visit the north?

    April–May for blossom, June–August for high meadows and lakes (Kumrat, Kalam, Naltar), September–November for golden autumn in Hunza and Chitral, and December–February for snow in Murree, Nathia Gali and Malam Jabba.

    Do foreigners need a special permit?

    Most of our routes need only a valid Pakistani visa. A few border areas require a No-Objection Certificate (NOC); our team arranges it for you when your itinerary needs one.

    How do I confirm a booking?

    Send an enquiry or WhatsApp us. We confirm availability, share the final itinerary and invoice, and hold your seats with a 30% advance. The balance is paid before departure.

    Can I change or cancel my booking?

    Date changes are free up to 15 days before departure, subject to availability. Cancellation terms are listed on your invoice and depend on how close to the trip you cancel.

    Your story starts here

    The mountains are calling.

    Tell us your dates and dream valleys — we'll build a day-by-day plan with a fixed price, usually within a few hours.