Our Founder
Visionary leadership behind our success
Hamid Hussain
CEO & Founder
Resident of Aliabad Satellite Town, Skardu – Baltistan Tourism Leader | Cultural Guide | Photography Consultant With over 30 years of experience in adventure and cultural tourism, Hamid Hussain is a pioneer in Pakistan’s outdoor travel industry. From 1993 to 2025, he served as General Manager of Mountain Travels Pakistan, leading expeditions across Pakistan and Central Asia for global clients — from mountaineers and media crews to student groups and families.
A passionate explorer and cultural ambassador, Hamid is celebrated for orchestrating complex outdoor operations and offering deeply immersive travel experiences. His career, launched in his teens, blends a love for nature, storytelling, and photography.
Years Experience
Expeditions Led
Happy Clients
Countries Covered
Leadership & Industry Contributions
- Executive Member – PATO (Pakistan Association of Tour Operators)
- Executive Member – BAATO (Baltistan Association of Adventure Tour Operators)
- Executive Member – GBATO (Gilgit-Baltistan Association of Tour Operators)
- Member – Alpine Club of Pakistan
- Liaison & Interpreter for NHK (Japan), KBS (Korea), Bavaria TV (Germany), and Sherpa Cinema (Canada)
Photography & Artistic Highlights
Mentored by renowned Japanese photographer Hiroki Fujita, Hamid specializes in long exposure, moonlight, and time-lapse photography. His work has been featured in exhibitions across Pakistan, Belarus, Indonesia, and U.S. diplomatic venues.
- Exhibitions at US Embassy, Alhamra Arts Council, Lahore Chamber, Iqbal Stadium, Lok Virsa Museum, and abroad
- Photo Auction (2018): Raised $7,000 for Diamer-Basha Dam fundraiser led by former Chief Justice Saqib Nisar
- Awards: 1st place at Skardu Arts Exhibition; 3rd at Pakistan International Mountain Film Festival
Key Roles & Projects
- Guide & Assistant (1992–98): Hiroki Fujita documentation projects
- Interpreter & Liaison Officer (1999–2001): For NHK Japan
- Tour Leader (2005–2014): Cultural guide for Eldertreks Canada
- Photography Consultant (2016, 2019, 2021): Sherpa Cinema, Canada
- Educational Expeditions (Since 2019): Annual treks for Aitchison College Lahore
- (2024): Cultural guide for Travel Director Australia
- Family & Custom Tours (Ongoing): Tailored experiences for Pakistani expatriates
Major Achievements
- Karakoram 500 (2016): Consultant for first 360° documentary in the Karakoram
- Art Book Contributor: “The Magnificent Mountains” by DWP Group
- Exhibition Highlights:
- “Pakistan Ka Safar”, Belarus (2021)
- Pakistan International Mountain Film Festival (2015), Lahore
- Faisalabad Stadium, Lahore Chamber & more
- Karakoram helicopter photography (July 2020)
- Hamid Hussain continues to inspire and elevate adventure tourism in Pakistan — merging exploration, heritage, and visual storytelling into every journey he leads.
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