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Small-group treks across the KarakoramLocal hosts, real hospitalityFree date changes up to 30 days outLetter of Invitation for Pakistan — under a minutePlan your private or custom tripNew: Kalash Valleys cultural trekBook now, pay later on selected tripsSmall-group treks across the KarakoramLocal hosts, real hospitalityFree date changes up to 30 days outLetter of Invitation for Pakistan — under a minutePlan your private or custom tripNew: Kalash Valleys cultural trekBook now, pay later on selected trips
Wandering Yaks
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Trekkers on a high mountain trail in northern Pakistan with peaks above the clouds

Wandering Yaks · Mountain trips

Host-led trips across the Karakoram & beyond

Small-group journeys with named local hosts — filter by region, style, duration, altitude, or month. Guaranteed departures are the ones we know we’ll run.

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  • 7 trips listed
  • Named local hosts
  • Based in Gilgit-Baltistan

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Every trip we’re running

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The ultimate high-altitude trek in Pakistan: 21 unhurried days up the Baltoro Glacier to stand beneath K2 (8,611m), crossing the fabled Gondogoro La at 5,650m. Small groups, local hosts, and a pace that lets you feel the scale of it through mountains and human stories.

21 daysMax altitude 5,650 mLevel 5/5
$3,700

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24 Jul 2027

Nangma valley

11 daysMax altitude 4,300 mLevel 3/5
$3,000

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10 Jun 2026

Rakaposhi Base Camp · Patundas · Rush Lake — through mountains and human stories

19 daysMax altitude 4,700 mLevel 4/5
$3,600

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29 Sept 2026

Ten days through Skardu, Hunza, Hopper, Passu, and Shimshal

10 daysMax altitude 3,200 mLevel 2/5
$2,100

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19 Nov 2026

Twelve days through Chitral, the Kalash Valleys, and Qaqlasht Meadows

12 daysMax altitude 3,500 mLevel 3/5
$2,400

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2 Oct 2026

A Hindukush Journey — Off the Beaten Path

14 daysMax altitude 3,700 mLevel 3/5
$2,500

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1 Oct 2026

From the Karakoram to the Mughals

15 daysMax altitude 3,500 mLevel 3/5
$3,000

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15 Apr 2026

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  • Region, season, and altitude matched to your fitness
  • Named hosts and field logistics from Hunza
  • Private dates when public departures do not fit

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of trips does Wandering Yaks run?
Small-group, host-led journeys across northern Pakistan and neighbouring high ranges — treks, cultural immersion, photography, off-the-beaten-path routes, and private custom builds. Every trip lists a named local host.
How do I filter trips on this page?
Use the search bar for destination or keyword and date, then narrow with region, style, price, duration, max altitude, physical rating, departure month, guaranteed departures, or sale status. Sort without clearing your filters.
What is a guaranteed departure?
A guaranteed departure is confirmed to run on the published start date, so you can book flights and leave with confidence. Non-guaranteed dates still accept bookings and typically confirm once minimum group size is met.
Can I get a custom or private itinerary?
Yes. If the catalogue does not fit your dates or group, use the AI tour plan helper on this page or Plan your trip. A Hunza-based host team shapes a private itinerary from your brief.

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