Northern Pakistan tour, Kingdom of Hunza

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CARBON REDUCTION
This adventure into the north of Pakistan does not require the use of any internal flights in Pakistan. For the international flights to Islamabad, we suggest that our customers calculate their estimated impact on the environment of their flights (we send a link) and choose to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to act on their emissions if possible, or purchase carbon offsets from certified climate projects

Once we are in the region we do minimise our carbon footprint. We do need to use 4WD vehicles due to the terrain. All of our food is locally sourced and we are using locally owned and managed hotels. Vegan and vegetarian food is available but must be requested in advance.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
On this tour we are committed to reduce the environmental impacts of our visit. Our guides are all locally based and experts in the region that we travel to. When visiting Agha Khan Trust for Culture we use local guides and our entrance fees help to maintain and protect the site and its unique history. All of our clients get an information sheet before traveling with information about reducing their impacts on the local environment.

People

PEOPLE
LOCAL ECONOMY
We strive to generate greater economic benefits for local people and enhance the well-being of the communities we visit whilst still providing a positive and rewarding experience for our customers. Our business aims to minimise the negative social, economic and environmental impacts of tourism. During our time in Skardu, we visit the Old Bazaar to experience the local culture and indulge in some shopping. This is just one of many local economic and social interactions along the way.

We aim to use 100% locally owned accommodation on this tour. The tour also uses 100% local guides and drivers.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
We understand that the responsibility and action needed in a particular location will depend upon the local environment and culture. Tourism is one of the most important and largest industries on the planet. It accounts for 11% of the world’s GDP and 12% of its exports. It employs more people worldwide than any other industry, with millions of families relying on tourism for their daily needs.

All of the team that we use for this tour are based in Pakistan, at the offices in Peshawar. All employees have health and life insurance covered by the company and they offer the highest standard of salary and working environment in the travel industry in Pakistan. Being socially responsible and environmentally conscious with minimal impact on the environment and local culture and heritage is embedded in the company culture.