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from the only road. Leaving Skardu, riders find themselves in Baltistan, where apricot orchards give way to bare stone valleys. The air thins as you climb toward the Deosai Plain, a rolling high-altitude desert that feels like another planet. Beyond Gilgit, the highway threads towards Hunza, a valley that seems designed for postcards.
M8 Moto balances the grandeur with the practical. Riders are encouraged to keep flexible itineraries, because landslides and flash floods are part of the northern reality. Mechanics are on hand, but smaller bikes mean easier repairs and more fun on gravel switchbacks. Nights are spent in a mix of guesthouses and hotels; food ranges from dal and rice eaten around a stove to more elaborate feasts in Hunza. There’ s no pretence of luxury here, but there is comfort in routine, camaraderie, and the knowledge that your safety is in the hands of people who know the valleys well.
What sets M8 Moto apart is its understanding that Pakistan isn’ t just a backdrop for adventure but a living, breathing place. They make space in itineraries for conversations, side hikes, and time to let a valley reveal itself. The tours are demanding, yes— the altitude, the dust, the long hours in the saddle— but they are equally rewarding. Each day offers a shift in scale, from the intimacy of a roadside chai to the immensity of a glacier calving in the distance.
For those who crave even more independence, M8 Moto also offers bike hire for self-guided exploration. A GS150 is simple, sturdy and locally repairable, meaning you can venture off on your own with a map and a sense of adventure. But whether you ride solo or as part of their“ Ultimate Pakistan Adventure Ride,” the
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