Ditch the tropical vacation; join our Epic adventure to K2 Base Camp this summer!
Ditch the tropical vacation; join our Epic adventure to K2 Base Camp this summer!
DIFFICULTY: Moderate/Strenuous
TOTAL TREKKING DAYS: 14-15 days including rest days
MAX ALTITUDE: 6119 meters
ACCOMMODATION: mix of local tea houses, camping and 4-star hotel
GROUP SIZE: 6-10
AGE LIMIT: 55 years old
Looking to climb your first 6000 meter peak but don’t know which mountain to go for? Let us settle it for you.
Located in the beautiful Everest region of Sagarmatha National Park in Nepal, our Lobuche Peak Climbing Expedition is designed to take you off the traditional Everest Base Camp route for the Himalayan adventure of your life.
We have designed a unique itinerary that takes us from the fertile lowlands around Lukla to the Gokyo Lakes area and over a mountain pass towards our goal: climbing Lobuche Peak.
The goal of this trip is for you to master basic alpine climbing skills while immersing yourself in Sherpa culture for a few weeks through this Himalayan odyssey, Epic style.
Dates | Places | Deposit | Full |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 3rd - 20th, 2025 | | $600 | $4500 |
Whether you’re just curious about this trip or are ready to make a deposit, we’re here for you.
To submit an inquiry or make a trip deposit, please fill out and submit the form below.
*If you are over our 55-year-old age limit but think you are up to the physical challenge of climbing Lobuche and hiking to Gokyo Ri, please email us to book a call with our adventure consulting staff to see if you qualify for this adventure.
Welcome to Nepal! After you land at Airport, a private car will pick you up and drive you directly to the very nice hotel in Kathmandu.
The hotel is located in the famous Thamel neighborhood and there is plenty of cool stuff to get into within walking distance of the hotel. You can also take your time recovering from flight and just chill out. In the evening, our team will gather for our initial group briefing and trip introduction before we have our first epic team welcome dinner.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Today, we start the day with a short sight seeing tour around Kathmandu Valley for those who want to join. Kathmandu is a beautiful city of temples, markets, bars, and cafes and has many architectural masterpieces listed in the UNESCO world heritage list. We begin by visiting Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath.
In the afternoon, we get back to Thamel to rest, do all the final shopping that you need to do, and maybe have a drink or two. After the final gear checks, you can enjoy the nightlife of Thamel.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Max altitude: 2,800m/9,187ft
Hiking duration: 2-3 hours
Hiking Distance: 7.7 km
Altitude Gain: 200 m
Early in the morning, our driver picks us up from the hotel and the team heads to the airport. We will be flying to the legendary Lukla Airport at 2,845 meters in a small prop plane or helicopter. After arrival in Lukla, we meet our Sherpas and porters here, starting the trek as a group.
From Lukla, the team starts the hike via the small villages of Chheplung and Ghat. Walking the route of the Dudh Koshi River, we hike to Sano and Thulo Gumela. Day 1 brings us into direct contact with Sherpa culture; we get to check out the beautiful monasteries of Drangdrak Gompa and Pema Choling Gompa. After a couple of hours of hiking, we will be resting at the tea house of Phakding.
Overnight in Phakding
*Note: As of the 2023 season, most flights heading to Lukla are now flying via Ramechhap Airport, a 4-hour drive from Kathmandu.
Max altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft
Hiking duration: 5-6 hours
Hiking Distance: 12.5 km
Altitude Gain: 1,050 m
The 4th day of the trip is an exciting walk via the subtropical Himalayan forest. It’s our chance to see Nepal’s unique flora and fauna before we start getting into alpine grassland.
We also get to cross the famous Hillary suspension Bridge. In Monjo, we stop to get our permits checked and start climbing upward. The final steep climb brings us to the Namche Bazaar by the evening. This traditional trading town of the Khumbu Valley is where the dual worlds of Sherpa culture and the legacy of decades of mountaineering have come together to create one of the most fun little mountain towns in the world.
Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Max altitude: 3,870m / 12,696 feet
Hiking duration: 4-5 hours
Hiking Distance: 9.3 km
Altitude Gain: 600 m
Today the plan is to (mostly) rest, acclimatize our bodies, and to enjoy the vibrant scene that is Namche Bazaar. There will be an optional acclimatization hike to a view point overlooking Ama Dablam and Everest in the distance.
In the afternoon, you can sip (real) coffee in the hip cafes, eat local dumplings (momo) until your heart is content, and just generally take it easy before our push upwards the following day.
Overnight in Namche Bazaar
Max altitude: 4,038m/13,248ft
Hiking duration: 5-6 hours
Hiking distance: 11.2 km/7 miles
Altitude gain: 600 m
It’s time to get off the EBC track! Today we make our way via a series of ascents and descents to Dole Village where we will spend the night in a teahouse.
Expect the trail to be noticeably less busy once we leave the crowds bound for EBC behind.
Max altitude: 4,420m/14,500ft
Hiking duration: 2-3 hours
Hiking distance: 5 km/3 miles
Altitude gain: 500 m
We continue our journey towards to Gokyo area with a stop over in Machermo Village.
For acclimatization purposes, today is an easy, short day with plenty of breaks to take in the epic Himalayan scenery.
Max altitude: 4,770m/15,649ft
Hiking duration: 2-3 hours
Hiking distance: 7 km/4.4 miles
Altitude gain: 460 m
For our final stop in this direction, we head towards Gokyo Village – the highest permanent settlement around this part of the Khumbu.
We set eyes on the iconic Gokoyo Lake for the first time, visible just outside our tea house door.
Max altitude: 5,365m/17,604 ft
Hiking duration: 3-4 hours
Hiking distance: 5 km/3 miles
Altitude gain: 700m/2,323 ft
Today we depart the village for the nearby summit of Gokoyo Ri.
While in theory this is just a simple walk up a hill – the views from the 5,300 meter summit will leave you breathless – both from the altitude and because of the incredible panorama that awaits you on top.
Gokyo Ri serves as a great acclimatization hike for what awaits us on Lobuche during the days to come.
Max altitude: 4,800m/15,780ft
Hiking distance: 4 km/2.5 miles
Altitude gain: 167m/550ft
Hiking duration: 3-4 hours
Leave beautiful Gokyo behind, today our goal is to head to Thangnak – a small, seasonal settlement with a few tea houses, yaks, and plenty of mountain views.
Today’s walk is again on the shorter side as tomorrow we head to Cho La pass.
Max altitude: 5,368m/17,612ft
Hiking distance: 9 km/5.5 miles
Altitude gain: 850m/2,812ft
Hiking duration: 7-8 hours
It’s pass day! We head to Cho La Pass for our first high altitude pass experience of the trip.
Depending on recent conditions, we may run into some snow/ice on the pass, so we will keep our crampons ready for action.
Max altitude: 5,200m/17,060ft
Hiking distance: 8 km
Altitude Gain: 400 m / 1,013 feet
Hiking duration: 4-5 hours
Leaving Zongla, we gain altitude again, bound for Lobuche High Camp – and our launch point for the climb the following AM. The Lobuche High Camp, set on a blue alpine lake, and serves as a very scenic camping area for summit teams.
Upon arrival in camp we meet our climbing Sherpa guides and do some alpine skills training on the large boulder walls across the lake. During the afternoon we eat and rest in our comfy cabin-style tents since we will be waking up very early to start our climb up Lobuche East.
Max altitude: 6,119m/20,075ft
Climbing duration: 10-12 hours
Hiking/climbing distance: 7 km
Altitude gain: 830 M
After a big rest and early night before, it’s time to climb. We meet as a group for a quick breakfast and final gear checks before setting off under the beam of our headlamps. Expect roughly a 12:30 am departure.
After 4-6 hours of climbing, we reach crampon point. After putting on our gear, we keep climbing for severa morel hours until we reach the summit of Lobuche East. Outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and more.
After spending some time on top, we make our way back down to high camp – thus completing our epic summit of Lobuche East.
After some hours of rest at high camp, we will descend to Periche – capping off our marathon day!
Max altitude: 4,371m/13,100ft
Walking duration: 7-8 hours
Hiking distance: 15 km/9.3 miles
Altitude gain: 400 m
Descending more again today, we will arrive back at the Dudh Koshi River. We will experience the drastic change in landscape – the alpine grassland gradually turns into a thick forest. After about 4 hours of (mostly) easy walking and one final hill, we will be back to Namche; time for a beer!
Overnight in Namche Bazaar
Today we are chilling in Namche, soaking up the vibes of this special place.
Not much is on the agenda except sipping coffee in the Sherpa Barista Cafe, sampling the various homemade cakes, and doing any final souvenir shopping from the endless stalls in town.
You guys earned this rest!
The goal today is to catch a helicopter flight to Kathmandu (with a stop in Lukla) in the early morning.
Our driver will meet us at the airport and we will make our way back to the hotel in Thamel. In the evening, it’s party time. We shall raise a toast for our (hopefully) successful climb of Lobuche and enjoy a final meal together.
Overnight in Kathmandu
We reserve this day in case we experience any delays, bad weather, etc along the way. If we are on time, we arrive early into Kathmandu the previous day.
If we have used this day at any point in the itinerary, then today is the day we fly back to Kathmandu.
This epic journey has sadly come to an end!
Team members fly home or set off to explore other parts of Nepal on their own. Breakfast is included today at the hotel but there are no scheduled activities planned.
Plan to check out around 12 pm.
Trip participants need to be in good shape and capable of trekking over mixed terrain for long distances (maximum 8 hours). On average our trekking days are 5 hours per day. We employ many local porters and mules to help us carry the supplies that will make the trek to Lobuche a comfortable and rewarding experience.
The biggest day will be summit day; when the climb will take between 8-12 hours depending on conditions and your fitness level from bases camp to summit and back to base camp. So you will be saving some energy for this day for sure!
The highest point on the trip is the summit of Lobuche East at 6,119 meters.
We are climbing Lobuche East – the standard summit point for 99% of people going to the Lobuche summit.
While the Everest Base Camp Trek is legendary for the simple fact that it is a historic trail to the base of the world’s highest mountain. It is also VERY BUSY.
In order to escape the crowds, we spend the majority of this trip on the route to Gokyo and then access the Lobuche area via Cho La pass, thus minimizing the time we spend on the EBC trail.
If you are looking at climbing a 6000 meter peak in Nepal, then you are probably comparing Island Peak, Mera Peak, and Lobuche East.
While we think Island Peak is also a great introductory peak for your first 6000er in Nepal, in recent years the conditions have changed a lot on Island, making for a longer summit day with less predictable conditions on the mountain.
We like how the route up Lobuche is a dynamic mix of rock, snow, and rocky trail, more suited to beginners or those who might be looking to tackle a bigger objective like Ama Dablam.
During the hiking portion of the trip, we typically have 1 Western guide and 1 local Nepali guide plus our team of porters to carry your main duffel bag.
During the Lobuche climbing day, we typically provide a guide to client ratio of 1:2. We employ climbing Sherpas for this day, who join us upon arrival at Lobuche high Camp.
A standard tourist visa is all you need.
Most nationalities including USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and EU countries can simply fly into Nepal and get a tourist visa on arrival at the airport.
The cost of the Nepali tourist visa depends on how long you want to stay. They have an option for 30, 60, and 90 days.
No you do not, but you do need to have a high level of fitness. As mentioned previously, Lobuche East is a great introductory mountain for novice climbers to learn and gain valuable high-altitude experience before tackling something higher or more technical.
The trekking portion of the trip is also a great introduction to being at high altitude if your goal is to eventually do more with us in Nepal, Pakistan, Bolivia, etc.
Kathmandu: 4-star accommodation in Thamel.
During the trek: Local tea house accommodation. Prices are based on 2 people to a room and of course each member has their own bed. After Namche Bazaar, bathrooms are shared.
Single Room Supplement Costs: If a client would like to reserve a single hotel room and a private room for the trek, the cost is $650.
If you would like your own hotel room in Kathmandu only, the extra cost is $400.
You will need to book your round trip flights into/out of Kathmandu International Airport (Tribhuvan International Airport).
Being the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu has got all of the things that we love about a crazy South Asian City. Incredible historical sites, buzzing nightlife, endless cafes and bars; it is a very good time to say the least.
We advise that you arrive in Nepal one day before the tour starts. This is so that clients can shake off any jet lag they may be experiencing, and also to give all clients more of a time window in case of schedule changes or flight delays.
We will organize our driver to pick you up at the airport and shuttle you to to hotel if you are arriving within 24 hours of the start of the tour. If you are arriving earlier, we can still arrange the airport pickup for you at cost (around $20 USD).
When we are in Thamel, there is an epic breakfast buffet with many different options including custom omelettes and made-to-order pancakes.
While in the tea houses:
You get to order (usually the night before) off of their menu. Here are something you can expect:
Breakfast: Eggs any style, Tibetan bread, porridge + coffee/tea.
Lunch: We usually stop at a tea house along the trekking route and order from their menu. Many options are available including Daal Bhat (national Nepali dish of rice and lentils), soups, momos (Tibetan dumplings), pasta dishes, pizza, and local Yak steak.
Dinner: The main event!
Same as lunch in terms of options and you are able to order 1 main dish of your choosing. Daal Bhat is best because it is usually all-you-can-eat.
Note: Vegetarians/vegans/gluten/lactose free can be accommodated as well! There are always plenty of options on the menu.
On day three of the trip, the plan is to fly to Lukla from Kathmandu. This is an iconic airport known for the crazy runway approach.
Once we finish the trek, we will also catch a flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla. Internal flights are included in the trip price of course!
If bad weather cancels the flight, we will need to wait until the weather clears. Please note that any extra days in Kathmandu extra from the “whats included” section are not included. Over the past three seasons, we have had a 90% success rate when it comes to catching our flights.
Each team member has a 20 kilo (40 pounds) porter allowance. This is for your luggage that will be carried to each tea house and eventually Lobuche Base Camp.
Members are only required to carry their daypack while trekking – which just has what you need for the day in it, IE water, snacks, layers, suncream, etc.
If your backpack/duffle bag weighs more than 15 kilos, you will need to pay for the additional weight. Cost for additional weight will be determined on the ground as prices for porters vary by the season. If you want to bring 25 kg (so 10 kg extra) as an example, the price will be around $150 USD extra for the entire trek.
Most other companies give a porter allowance of 12.5 kg, but with all of the gear required for this trip to be comfortable, we want to give you guys a little bit extra weight so you are not having to leave behind things you really want to bring!
Yes!
Wifi and electricity (for charging) are available at each tea house we stay at.
Prices tend to increase for both things the higher we go – but expect to pay no more than $5 for a 24 hour wifi card and about the same to charge a power bank.
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Adventure Guide
Hailing from the Toronto region of Eastern Canada, with a background as a former standout athlete (hockey of course) and a love of mountain adventure, Clark is a welcomed addition to the Epic team.
In addition to being a keen photographer and adventurer, Clark brings his brilliant sense of humor, leadership skills, and positive attitude to everything he puts his mind to.
When he is not leading trips, he is working on taking over the hard apple cider game in Canada as a skilled craft brewer.
Meet him during : K2 Base Camp Trek
Adventure Guide
Noemi grew up in the mountains of German-Speaking Switzerland where she naturally developed a deep love and respect for mountain environments.
She is a talented photographer, aspiring climber, and speaks at least 5 languages fluently including Arabic (and probably a few more that we don’t know about), which she taught herself in a matter of months by watching YouTube videos.
Noemi has spent the last several years traveling, hiking, and photographing her way around many different countries in the Middle East, South and Central Asia, and Europe, and we could not be more stoked to welcome her to the Epic team!
Meet her during : Discover the Celestial Mountains | Island Peak Climbing Expedition
Adventure Guide
As our man on the ground in Mongolia, there is not much this legend can’t do. As a native the Bayan-Ölgii province of the Western Mongolia Altai, Syerik has been working as a guide and tourism entrepreneur…
for the past several years and is one of the rising stars in Mongolia adventure travel industry.
He is currently building a beautiful Ger (Yurt) camp near his hometown where he will host Epic Mongolia team members on our trip as well as other travelers from around the world!
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He is the perfect guide for your trip to Mongolia. Serik did an amazing job giving us a well rounded experience in the Altai NP region and down in the Gobi…
The food was fantastic and Serik gave us many opportunities to learn about the Kazakh culture in that region including traditional meals. (I can’t recommend enjoying the milk tea enough!)
– Coastal
Head of canine operations
Choriza started off life as a care-free vagabond on the streets of Madeira Island without any place to call home. From the moment we met her, we knew this dog was just different, and it was pretty much love at first sight.
She gave up the dog street life in favor of joining her new dad Chris to become a full-time member of the Epic family towards the end of 2022.
These days she can be found listening in on the fringes of important Epic business meetings while half-asleep on the couch. She is a keen hiker, lover of mud, rare steak, and might just be the sweetest little dog we have ever seen.
Adventure Guide
An experienced trek leader and
IFMGA aspirant ski guide, avid alpine climber, devoted adventure photographer.
Organized and guided trekking expeditions, climbs and ski tours in Tajikistan’s Pamirs, Patagonia, Peru, Morocco, Nepal, Kyrgyzstan, Georgian and Russian Caucasus and Kamchatka.
A full member and meets the organiser of the British Alpine Club. Visited over 40 countries, lived in the UK for four years. Certified first-aider.
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We joined Andrew on a fantastic trip to the Fann Mountains in Tajikistan, pure nature and magnificent scenery! Andrey was super prepared and led us safely up and down numerous passes and through some rough and icy cold rivers. Thank you for a very memorable trip, your planning and prep was excellent!
– Monika Steinlechner
Meet him during : Trekking in the Fann Mountains
Adventure Guide
Our man in Nepal, Sandip is what we like to call a “Swiss Army Knife”. There is not much Sandip can’t do when it comes to helping Epic to run our expeditions smoothly in Nepal.
His tireless work ethic, passion for all things trekking in the Himalayas, and smart decision-making mean that Sandip is a truly invaluable member of our team.
Sandip is passionate about showing visitors to his country an amazing time, and he goes above and beyond to make sure that happens.
His company Himalayan Masters is Epic’s trusted partner in Nepal and one of the country’s top new tour agencies.
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We really enjoyed the entire journey, and I would like to say that Sandip is truly professional. He guided us and he is a hardworking person, providing us with the best service and taking care of each one of us. Plus, he is super funny! The kind of professionnal you always want to find on your path for your explorations!
– Alexandra Ruth
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Our flagship Pakistani adventure tour. Road trip with some hiking and cultural immersion.
A trekking-style tour that features some very remote locations, inlcuding a K2 viewpoint.
Adventure Guide
João has born in the mountains of Madeira Islands in Portugal. Nature lover, writer, musician, guide, for him, a day without contact with outdoor vibes is a nightmare.
With a degree in Cultural Studies in Portugal and a Master of Arts in Global Cultures and Creativity in the U.K.
João found out what really matters in life can be found on the trails, and in the contact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Guiding, crazy trekking missions, and sharing observations about the natural world, – these are some of João’s passions.
After trekking to K2 Base Camp and exploring all over Northern Pakistan, he fell in love with the country and the local people. His experiences resulted in his desire to share these feelings with the world.
João is one of the most experienced guides at Epic and his skillset and positive mindset in the mountains is second to none
When not in Pakistan, João is guiding and exploring in the Madeira Islands trails – discovering some of the hidden treasures on his Portuguese Island.
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João I can not thank you enough for the off the beaten paths and views you keep giving. Definitely one of the most challenging and amazing hikes we did 1200m meters all the way up to Fanal forest and circling back to the hidden village. Wow!
– Jeffery
Meet him during : Lost World of Europe | Discover the Hunza Valley | K2 Base Camp Trek
Adventure Guide
Sohail is the newest addition to the Epic team and we are beyond stoked to have him on board. As a veteran of the Karakoram and a native of Karimabad in Hunza, there is not much Sohail can’t do in the mountains.
Besides having the ability to speak more languages than we can count, Sohail has explored every corner of Gilgit Baltistan and logs more trekking miles
in a year than most people will do in a lifetime. As of the summer of 2022, Sohail has summited Gasherbrum 1, Gasherbrum 2, and K2 – three of Pakistan’s five 8000-meter peaks. Sohail guides several trips including our annual bespoke expeditions but specializes in Hunza Valley tours.
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Chris and Sohail, and the team at Epic are FANTASTIC! Highly recommend anyone to do a tour with ‘Epic’. They have the perfect balance of fun, excitement and wild adventures, tied in with being super professional and ensuring your safety/health in a foreign environment. Don’t waste a moment and book a tour with these guys as the value for money is UNREAL!
– Borgan
Meet him during : Discover the Hunza Valley
Adventure Guide
Pedro’s been traveling all around the globe since 2009. His keen interests in documentary photography, rural life, and local people from different ethnic groups have been the focus of many of his professional projects.
Since 2012, he has developed his passion for travel and awesome shared experiences into a full-time adventure photography tour leader position.
Pedro has found himself continuously going back to the Middle East, with his likely favorite destination being Iran. Pedro lead his 11th tour in Iran with Epic in spring 2020
When Pedro’s not traveling the world with Epic Expeditions, you’ll find him based in the western south of Portugal planning he’s next adventure missions, logistics and working out his photos in local exhibitions.
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I loved the combination of hiking, camping around breathtaking scenery mixed with the cultural aspects. The guide (Pedro) is knowledgeable and work very hard to make the trip as memorable as possible. All in all an epic adventure with some extremely epic individuals! Go for it, you won’t regret it!
– Coastal
Adventure Admin / Marketing
After fleeing from the corporate fashion world in Paris towards the start of 2020, Diane has been working as a web developer and graphic designer remotely from various bases across the globe
She brings all of her incredible design and organizational power to Epic Expeditions and is responsible for many of the beautiful behind-the-scenes design elements.
Diane has been to Iran and to Pakistan twice including all over Gilgit Baltistan and KPK.
Head of Operations | Guide
A veteran of Pakistan travel, Ralph is an experienced guide, photographer and writer who specializes in documenting remote locations.
Not one to simply go where everyone else does, he insists on exploring new and lesser-known areas.
Together with Epic Expeditions, he shows people parts of Pakistan that most other operators don’t even know about. He is particularly fond of the village of Barah, which he believes will become just as famous as Hunza one day.
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Just got back from EBT’s Trekking Amongst Giants 15 day tour. The experience was first class. Ralph, our head guide, ensured that the entire trip ran smoothly and relatively on time (a bonus for anyone travelling in Pakistan). We had so many unforgettable days on the tour and the trekking was well-planned, safe but also a rewarding challenge.
– Calvin
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Traveling to a non-tourist destination can be a little intimidating but EBT takes all of the worry and trepidation away. From the pre-trip call to meeting the wonderful staff in person you can tell that you are dealing with a company that has a passion for what they do each and every day. Ralph, Zahid, and Khan were supportive, kind, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that everyone on the trip was getting what they wanted out of the experience.
– Katrina
Meet him during : Trekking Amongst Giants | Discover the Celestial Mountains | K2 Base Camp Trek
Founder | Adventure Guide | Director
Since he started exploring the world, Chris has been seeking out every shade of adventure in various parts of the globe and had visited more than 70 countries along the way.
Over the last 10 years, Chris has logged more than 7000 trail miles across five continents and climbed multiple 6000 + 7000 meter peaks in Pakistan and Nepal.
A few years back, a distant dream and a deep passion for the mountains and the people of Pakistan led Chris to co-found Epic Expeditions at a time when foreign adventure tourism in Pakistan was almost nonexistent. Since then, Chris has guided more than 20 expeditions to various parts of Northern Pakistan.
Chris believes in using photography and powerful adventure experiences to dismantle negative stereotypes regarding what mainstream media considers “dangerous” countries while facilitating unique and meaningful memories in the mountains for countless people from around the globe.
For him, an ideal start to the day begins with a steaming cup of good coffee, the beam of a headlamp, alpine boots, and a camera in hand.
He lives in Madeira Island when not leading expeditions in far-flung lands.
Chris also works as a writer and photographer on his blog Off the Atlas – an adventure travel blog all about Pakistan.
Read this interview our staff did with Chris to learn more about him!
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Chris believes in Pakistan and its people, and he believes in the value of journeys shared with others and family cultivated on the road. Honesty and integrity are at the heart of what he does, and this really shines through in his work as a guide. He also makes great coffee – whether at 5am in an empty guesthouse or half way up a Himalayan peak.”
– Will De Villers
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Pakistan is a magical country! Had 3 of the best weeks of my life thanks to Epic Backpacking Tours with owner, and one of our awesome guides, Chris. From detailed itinerary, preparation with an equipment list, and visa assistance. To amazing food, great porters, helpful guides, and great accommodations. Epic really hit home run after home run. […]
Their desire for adventure and amazing trip is just as high as yours. Bring a good pound of coffee for the trip. French press coffee every morning and no average tin coffee, plus you’ll be in your guides good books.
– Clark Tyler
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