After reading Muzzamittil's blog have decided to return one more time to the Northern area's of Pakistan. Was there for a month in 1990 and thought it really was one of the most beautiful areas I have visited. Options were to go on a tour, but after much thought this would not work for me, they move too fast to enjoy the areas and the people which always was a highlight for me. I am a much older female now, won't trek anymore but enjoy day hikes(slowly), can stay in moderate accomodations run by a local families, and rent a jeep now and then ie: between Chitral and Gilgit taking a week to do it. having the freedom to change plans depending on the weather. The only thing I really want to see at a specific time is the Joshi festival in the Kalash Valleys, after that can take my time. So I am looking at flying between Islamabad and Chitral but am concerned since I hear flights get often canceled due to bad weather and to get a permit to drive from Islamabad can take more then a week,( I don't tolerate the humidity in Pindy so like to get out as soon as possible.)
After spending 2 weeks in that area plan to return to Hunza, to see the lake that formed on the Hunza river and then on to the Skardu area for a couple of weeks.
Since all the available guides are old, political situation has changed would like to know how feassable this ittinetary is.
What are the approximate costs of renting a jeep, guest house stays etc. these days
Would appreciate any info you can give me
If there is any older female who would love to do this trip ( part or all) please respond also
Thanks for your help
