How to Book a Legal Trophy Hunt in Pakistan: A Practical Guide
The legal route to a Pakistan trophy hunt: auctions, outfitters, gun permits, visas, CITES export paperwork, costs and scams to avoid.
Markhor, Blue Sheep & Ibex: The Three Trophy Species of Gilgit-Baltistan
The three animals behind Gilgit-Baltistan’s trophy hunting: Astore markhor, blue sheep and Himalayan ibex — horns, habitat, status and quotas.
How Trophy Hunting Permits & Community Revenue Work in Gilgit-Baltistan
How Gilgit-Baltistan’s trophy hunting system works: quotas, auctions, the 80/20 community split, and where the money actually goes.
Trophy Hunting in Gilgit-Baltistan: Who Participated in the Last 10 Years
Every named trophy hunter in Gilgit-Baltistan from 2016 to 2026, with permit prices and hunting areas — all sourced from Dawn’s reporting.
Babusar Pass: A Traveller’s Guide
Plan a summer-only drive over Babusar Pass (4,173 m) from Naran to Chilas: route, season, road advice and stops, including Lulusar Lake.
Best Photography Spots in Gilgit-Baltistan
Discover the best photography spots in Gilgit-Baltistan, from Passu Cones and Attabad Lake to Fairy Meadows and Deosai, with light, timing and access tips.
Hunza vs Skardu: Which Valley Should You Visit First?
Hunza or Skardu first? Compare scenery, access, altitude, seasons and trekking in Gilgit-Baltistan’s two great valleys — and pick the right first trip.
Gilgit-Baltistan by Motorbike: Riding the KKH
Ride the Karakoram Highway by motorbike: route sections, best season, fuel planning, altitude and checkpost tips for Islamabad to Khunjerab Pass.
Hunza vs Swat: Which Northern Valley Should You Visit First?
Hunza vs Swat compared honestly: scenery, access, altitude, seasons, trekking and family ease, so first-time visitors can pick the right northern valley.
Minimarg & Domel Travel Guide: Burzil Pass, Rainbow Lake & the Permit Rules
Complete Minimarg and Domel travel guide: Burzil Pass route, Rainbow Lake, permits at Chilam Chowki, best season, stays and itineraries.
Pakistan Itinerary: Two Weeks from Islamabad to Hunza and Skardu
Pakistan itinerary for two weeks: Islamabad, Hunza and Skardu in 14 days, with routes, pacing, best time and what to cut if time is short.
Islamabad to Hunza by Road: The Gateway Drive, Stop by Stop
Islamabad to Hunza by road: Karakoram Highway vs Babusar route, stop-by-stop plan, overnight breaks, fuel, landslides and driving times.
Budget Stays in Gilgit-Baltistan: Guesthouses, Hostels and Homestays
Budget stays in Gilgit-Baltistan: guesthouses, hostels and homestays, what a low price includes, and how to keep a cheap trip comfortable.
Glamping & Camps in Gilgit-Baltistan: Luxury Tents Worth Booking
Glamping in Gilgit-Baltistan explained: Fairy Meadows, Deosai, Hunza and Skardu camps, what luxury tents include, and when to book a hotel instead.
Where to Stay in Passu: Lodges, Guesthouses and Glacier Views
Where to stay in Passu, Gojal: lodges and guesthouses with Passu Cones and glacier views, plus when to base in Gulmit or Karimabad instead.