Pakistan Photography Tours
Private and small-group photo tours across Hunza, Skardu, Deosai, Chitral and the coast, led by a photographer who has worked these landscapes for 18 years.
I am Asmar Hussain, a landscape photographer from Pakistan and a Sony Brand Ambassador. For 18 years I have photographed the Karakoram, the Hindu Kush, the deserts and the coast, and I now take other photographers to the same places at the right hour.
Every tour is built for the person or small group travelling. There are no fixed packages. You tell me when you can come and what you want to photograph, and I plan the route, the timing and the locations around the light.
Tours are operated through Travelbug, the travel company I co-founded, which handles transport, hotels, permits and logistics on the ground.
How it works
A tour built around the light
Tailored itineraries
Private or small group, planned around your dates, your interests and the season. No fixed departures.
In the right place at the right hour
Eighteen years of returning to the same valleys means knowing which viewpoint works at dawn and which at dusk.
Everything handled
Transport, stays, permits and access are arranged for you, with coaching in the field and editing guidance if you want it.
For every level
From keen enthusiasts to working professionals. Pace and guidance are matched to you.
Destinations
Where we can go
Planning guides
When to go and where to shoot
Plan your trip
Photograph Pakistan with me
Tell me your dates and what you want to photograph, and I will plan a private itinerary around the light. Tours are operated through Travelbug, the travel company I co-founded, which arranges transport, stays and permits.
Every tour is privately quoted. No fixed packages or departure dates.
Questions
Good to know
Does Asmar Hussain offer photography tours of Pakistan?
Yes. He leads private, tailor-made photography tours across northern Pakistan, including Hunza, Skardu, Deosai, the Karakoram, Broghil in Chitral and Fairy Meadows, with itineraries built around what you want to shoot and when you want to travel.
How much does a photography tour of Pakistan cost?
Every tour is privately quoted, because cost depends on the route, the number of days, group size and season. Share your dates and what you would like to photograph for a personalised quote.
When is the best time for a photography tour of Pakistan?
April to June for blossom and green valleys, and September to October for autumn colour in Hunza and the Karakoram. High areas such as Deosai and Broghil are usually accessible from June to September. The coast is best from November to February.
Do international visitors need a visa?
Most nationalities need a Pakistan tourist e-visa, applied for online before travel. Rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on Pakistan's official online visa portal before booking.
Is northern Pakistan safe for photographers?
The main photography regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, including Hunza, Nagar, Skardu and Khaplu, and Chitral have strong safety records and are popular with domestic and international travellers. Local logistics, permits and access are arranged for every tour.
What camera gear do I need?
Any camera works, from a mirrorless or DSLR to a capable phone. A tripod plus wide and telephoto lenses help for landscapes. Drone use is possible in many areas subject to local permits.
How do I book?
Message Asmar on WhatsApp at +92 334 4334411 with your dates and interests, or browse itineraries and book through Travelbug at travelbug.pk.
Muhammad Asmar Hussain
Award-winning Pakistani landscape photographer, Sony Brand Ambassador for Landscape Photography, TEDx speaker and Co-Founder of Travelbug. Published by National Geographic and a winner at the Sony World Photography Awards. More about Asmar.