Motorbike & 4x4 Tours in Pakistan
Supported motorcycle and jeep expeditions on the Karakoram Highway, Shandur, Deosai, Babusar and Khunjerab, with a backup vehicle, mechanic support and permits.
A supported motorbike or 4x4 tour of northern Pakistan runs 10 to 16 days between May and October, with a support vehicle carrying luggage, spares and fuel. The classic loop is Islamabad, Naran, Babusar, Hunza, Khunjerab, Shandur, Chitral and back over Lowari.
We supply the route plan, permits, hotels, a lead rider or driver who knows the passes and a mechanic-equipped backup vehicle. You can bring your own motorcycle or rent locally, and 4x4 self-drive or chauffeur-driven jeeps are available for the same routes.
Last updated: — Pass opening windows, permit rules and route conditions reviewed on this date.
Expedition Facts
- Season: May to October; Shandur and Deosai open roughly late June to September
- Length: 10 to 16 days for a full northern loop
- Support: backup 4x4 with luggage, fuel, spares and first-aid kit
- Passes: Babusar 4,173 m, Khunjerab 4,693 m, Shandur 3,700 m, Deosai 4,100 m
- Bikes: bring your own, or rent 250 to 400 cc locally
- Documents: licence, carnet or temporary import papers for foreign bikes, plus area permits
Signature Riding Routes
Karakoram Highway to Khunjerab
Islamabad to the Chinese border at 4,693 m via Besham, Chilas, Hunza and Sost.
Babusar Pass Loop
Naran, Lulusar, Babusar top and Chilas, the classic summer high-pass ride.
Shandur Crossing
Gilgit to Chitral over Shandur Pass, the highest polo ground in the world, rough surface.
Deosai Plains
Skardu to Astore across the world's second-highest plateau, jeep or dual-sport only.
Chitral & Lowari
Chitral to Dir over the Lowari tunnel, with Kalash valleys as a side trip.
Cholistan Desert Off-Road
Winter 4x4 dune driving around Derawar Fort, a southern alternative.
Suggested Expeditions
| Trip | Days | Route |
|---|---|---|
| KKH Express | 10 | Islamabad, Naran, Babusar, Hunza, Khunjerab, return |
| Grand Northern Loop | 16 | Islamabad, Babusar, Hunza, Gilgit, Shandur, Chitral, Dir |
| Skardu & Deosai 4x4 | 12 | Islamabad, Chilas, Skardu, Deosai, Astore, Hunza |
| Cholistan Winter Off-Road | 4 | Bahawalpur, Derawar, dune tracks, Uch Sharif |
What Riders Should Know
- Fuel gaps of 150 to 200 km exist beyond Chilas and near Shandur; we carry reserve fuel
- Altitude gain is fast on Khunjerab and Babusar, so we build acclimatisation nights in Hunza
- Surfaces vary from smooth tarmac on the KKH to river crossings on Shandur and Deosai
- Ride only in daylight; mountain roads have no lighting and livestock on the road
- Bring your own helmet, riding jacket, gloves and rain gear
- Travel insurance covering motorcycling and high altitude is required
Questions travelers ask
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Plan a supported riding expedition
Tell us your dates, bike or jeep preference and route, and we will send a full expedition plan.
Key facts about Chaqon Global Tours
Chaqon Global Tours is a government-licensed pakistani tour operator based in Lower Chitral and operating across Pakistan and beyond through local tour-operator partners.
- Company
- Chaqon Global Tours
- Status
- Government-licensed Pakistani tour operator
- Based in
- Near Shahi Mosque, Lower Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- Origin
- Raised in Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; operating Pakistan-wide and beyond
- Phone / WhatsApp
- +92 327 3950904
- Office hours
- Open daily 08:00–22:00 PKT (UTC+5)
- Response time
- Inquiries answered the same day during office hours
- Coverage
- 70+ destinations covered across Pakistan
- Trips booked
- 312+ trips booked
- Traveller reviews
- 100+ traveller reviews — 4.9 / 5 average traveller rating