Home to the stunning K2, the second highest mountain in the world after Everest, Pakistan is a gorgeous destination for mountain climbing, hiking, mountain biking, and other exhilarating outdoor adventures. The Karakoram, Hindu Kush, and Pamir mountain ranges in the northern highlands region of the country boast a wide variety of options for exploration and discovery!
What should I know about Pakistan?
Pakistan is located in South Asia and is a stunning location for mountaineering and outdoor adventures. The country is divided into the northern highlands, where the imposing mountains of the country are located, into the Indus River plain, and the Balochistan Plateau. It boasts 108 peaks above 7,000 metres, and around the same amount of mountains over 6,000 metres. Therefore, it is a mountaineering hotspot that should not be underestimated and always explored with a certified mountain guide.
Why should I choose Pakistan for my adventure?
Some of the tallest mountains in the world
At 8,611 m (28,251 ft.), K2 is the second highest mountain in the world, and at 8,126 m (26,660 ft), Nanga Parbat is the ninth. Both are stunning mountaineering feats that draw in adventurers time and time again. Furthermore, Pakistan boasts more than 100 peaks that are over 7,000 meters in altitude, and around the same number of mountains that are over 6,000 meters.
National Park
The Central Karakoram National Park is famous for having the longest glacier outside Polar regions and has an awe-inspiring avifauna, while the Deosai National Park is renowned for its beauty and three important river systems.
Amazing culture
Pakistani culture is rich and diverse. The country boasts a deep-rooted history and over 15 major ethnic groups. Archeological ruins, forts, mosques, temples and more can be found all around the country, many of which are UNESCO world heritage sites.
What can I expect from the weather in Pakistan?
Winter is cold and dry, spring is hot and dry, summer is rainy and monsoon season, and autumn is the retreating monsoon period.
Which language is predominantly spoken in Pakistan?
Urdu, English
What currency is accepted in Pakistan?
Pakistani rupee
How can I get to Pakistan?
You can fly direct to the main international airports in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi from main European cities and from New York. There are also other international airports in other Pakistani cities.
What’s the country code of Pakistan?
+92
What’s the high season in Pakistan?
The best time to visit is during the Pakistani spring between March and May.
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