Our Expert Team — Karakoram Venture Guides & Staff

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Ali Hassan Skardu
Head Trek Guide & Founder
Born and raised in Skardu, Ali has summited K2 twice and led over 200 Baltoro expeditions. Alpine Club of Pakistan certified. 18 years guiding experience.
Fatima Karim
Cultural Heritage Specialist
A Hunza-born historian and linguist fluent in Burushaski, Shina and English. Fatima designs all cultural immersion programmes and local community partnerships.
Muhammad Bashir
Logistics & Operations Manager
Muhammad coordinates permits, transport, porters and high-altitude camps across 35+ routes. Former logistics officer with Pakistan Army mountaineering unit.
Zara Ahmed
Client Relations & Marketing
Zara manages all international enquiries and handles pre-trip planning for clients from 40+ countries. BA in Tourism Management, University of Lahore.
Omar Hussain
Senior Trek Guide
Omar has guided expeditions to K2, Broad Peak and Gasherbrum base camps for 12 years. Wilderness First Aid certified. Speaks Balti, Urdu and English.
Yasir Iqbal
Permits & Itinerary Specialist
Yasir handles all government permits, visa letters and custom itinerary design. Worked previously with Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation.
Imran Baig
High Altitude Porter Coordinator
Imran liaises with Askole and Hushe porter communities and ensures fair wages, proper equipment and safety standards for all porters on KV expeditions.
Sana Mir
Safety & Communications Officer
Sana manages all satellite phone systems, emergency protocols and liaison with mountain rescue services. Trained in remote area first aid and crisis management.