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Mumtaz Hussain
Managing Director/Founder
Mumtaz Hussain is Managing Director & Founder of Hunza Lounge and Hunza Lounge Adventures.
He holds an MBA degree from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan. He has fifteen years of experience in business planning and development in various organizations.
He worked in development sector as Enterprise Manager, banking industry as Foreign trade & credit Analyst, Oil & Gas industry of Pakistan & Saudi Arabia as Business development Manager.
He has vast experience of travelling within Pakistan as part of his job requirement and his passion to explore new places and cultures. He has visited some of the world's most famous destinations, from which he brought brilliant ideas to replicate in tourism industry of Pakistan.
With his strong educational background, vast experience in different industries, and passion to travel and explore, he adds a strong value to the tourism industry of Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan.
Noushad Hussain
Co Founder
Noushad Hussain holds a master's degree in Defense and Strategic Studies from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad.
His academic journey also took him to the United States, where he participated in a student exchange program and earned an associate degree in Business Entrepreneurship from Santa Rosa Junior College, California.
Starting his professional journey as an intern at Santa Rosa Junior College, Noushad returned to Pakistan to join Oxfam as an intern. His passion for education led him to the Friends Educational and Medical Trust, where he served as a life skills educator for five schools in the Hunza and Nagar regions. In this role, he trained teachers and students on various 21st century learning themes, significantly impacting the community.
Currently, Noushad manages Hunza Lounge, a popular resort nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Hunza Valley. His love for travel and meeting new people shines through his work, making Hunza Lounge a warm and welcoming place for visitors from around the world.
Noushad is not just a resort manager; he is a travel enthusiast and a cultural ambassador, having explored most parts of his country. His extensive travels and interactions with diverse cultures have enriched his understanding and appreciation of Pakistan's multifaceted heritage.
Join us as Noushad Hussain shares his unique insights and stories, taking you on a journey through Pakistan's stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures. Whether you're planning your next adventure or simply want to learn more about this fascinating country, you're in the right place.
Irshad Hussain
Co Founder
Irshad, a Pakistani-American, is a specialist in adventure travel to Hunza Valley through his company,
Hunza Lounge Adventures. With a strong background as a trekker and guide in his native Hunza, he has extensive knowledge of the region's hidden trails and breathtaking vistas. His unique blend of American experience and Hunza expertise enables him to craft immersive tours that cater to American travelers' preferences and cultural sensibilities.
Irshad's journey has taken him from scaling the majestic peaks of Hunza to earning degrees in the United States, where he now works as a Cloud Engineer at Accenture in Chicago. This diverse background allows him to bridge the gap between his adopted home and his roots in Hunza Valley.
As a fluent speaker of both English and Urdu, Irshad facilitates seamless communication and cultural understanding for American travelers. He curates tours that go beyond the surface level, incorporating local traditions, cultural encounters, and hidden gems that allow visitors to truly experience the rich tapestry of Hunza Valley.
With his passion for travel and extensive exploration of Europe and the United States, Irshad tailors tours to suit diverse interests and ensures unforgettable adventures. His established networks in both the US and Pakistan enable him to assist with logistics, visas, and cultural nuances, making him a valuable resource for travelers seeking an authentic and stress-free Pakistani adventure.
Katherine
CEO & Co Founder
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Travel Ambassadors
Misbah Hina
Misbah Hina belongs to Gulmit Gojal Hunza.
She is the founder of Misbah Volleyball Academy, an initiative through which she promotes women participation in sports and outdoor activities in the northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Misbah is the vice-captain of the HEC Women’s Volleyball Team and has formerly represented Pakistan Army in several National Women’s Volleyball Championships. She has also represented Pakistan Women’s Volleyball team in Jubilee Games held in Dubai in 2016. Misbah’s sports interests are diverse – they include volleyball, skiing, and adventure sports for which she won several medals while participating in several ski championships.
She graduated in sports sciences from The Punjab University Lahore and recently she has completed a seed funded project in collaboration with Right To Play and Women Win for organizing volleyball training camps and sports events for young Girls of the Hunza region in Gilgit-Baltistan.
She has attended a Sports Exchange Program 2019 in the US. The Exchange Program was funded by the US - Embassy Pakistan. The theme of the exchange program was to Address Gender Based Violence Through Sports in Pakistan. Also recently she was awarded with an Ambassador Award by Global Peace Institute for her participation in the Global Youth Peace Summit 2020.
Recently she has been selected as a member of Women development committee of Pakistan volleyball federation. The aim is to promote women’s volleyball in Pakistan and create opportunities for young girls in the sports. But not just volleyball she is advocating young girls to participate in sports and physical activities which will help them to build a healthy life style as well as to build self confidence. Just recently we introduced Teqball in Pakistan. And she is working as a Vice president in the Pakistan Teqball Federation.
She believes that sports has the power to change the world and create a peaceful community
Karim Shah
Karim Shah Nizari is a traveler, climber, writer and adventure instructor
He led many expeditions and
summitted various peaks of Northern areas and Chitral.
His accomplishments are:
Led rescue operations on various expeditions:
- Latok-1 (2019) Alexander Gokov
- Nanga parbat winters Elisabeth Rovel
- Nanga parbat Denial Nardi
- K2 winters 2020 /21
- Broad peak 2021
- Gashaherbrum 2022
- Rakaposhi rescue operation
Summits and accolades
- Gold medalist HEC rock climbing 2014
- Pastori Peak 2012
- K2 camp 4 west ridge
- Garmush zom via new route in 2023
- Nanga Parbat mummery supper 2013 /2018
- Koz Sar at Chaintar Glacier
- Paragliding in different areas of Norther Areas
- Trichmir Peak
- Silver medal alpine Ski PAF 2014 at Kalabagh
- Koh e baba Tungi at Wakhan
- Koh e Pamir at greater Pamir
Ambassador
- Brand ambassador Adidas outdoors 2012-2016
Niaz Hunzai
Niaz Hunzai is a music teacher and director, recognized as one of Pakistan's finest artists.
He has performed at various national events, TV shows, and international venues in Tunisia, Afghanistan, US Embassy Pakistan and Spain.
Mr. Hunzai has received numerous accolades in Pakistan, India, Tunisia and Spain. He is a master of around 20 different instruments and is currently associated with three distinguished schools in Lahore, Pakistan, as a music teacher and director.
Despite being physically challenged and confined to a wheelchair due to a congenital disability, Mr. Hunzai has turned his challenges into opportunities. He has been learning music since his school days and has become one of the best artists in Pakistan. However, his talents remain largely unexplored by the rest of the world.
Through his friendship with our founder and his association with this tour company, we are committed to promoting the diverse music of Pakistan, Niaz’s talent to the world and tourism.
Katherine
CEO & Co Founder
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