Channel Title: Flora Gonning Channel Description: a female adventurer passionate about nature, hiking, and uncovering off-the-beaten-path destinations. join me as I roam around and document the beauty of this world through my lens. <video> I Walked to the World’s 2nd Tallest Mountain | K2 BASE CAMP (with K2preneur) 🇵🇰 Description: I’m setting out on a journey to K2 base camp and the GGLA pass in Pakistan, chasing one of the greatest challenges I’ve ever set for myself. After doing the Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal last year, I wanted to see what a similar trek would be like in Pakistan. And... this was quite a different experience. Twelve days, over 160 kilometers of trekking, reaching an altitude of 5,600 meters. And I definitely got my fair share of challenges along the way… In this video, you’ll see the first six days of the K2 trek. Part two is coming next week! * Day Zero: We start by gathering in Skardu and going on a long, bumpy jeep ride to Askoli, the starting point of the trek. * Day One: We begin our hike through the scorching heat and dusty paths, all the way to Joula. * Day Two: We face the biggest challenge of these first few days: heat, sun, and more heat. * Day Three: A much-needed rest day in Paju. * Day Four: Things start to ramp up as we make our way to Khoburtse camp. * Day Five: I compare this trek to my Everest base camp experience, sharing insights and differences along the way. We reach Urdukas. * Day Six: The hardest day yet, with lots of crying and mental breakdowns. We trek in the rain to Goro 2. Also, a HUGE thank you to Usman Asif https://www.instagram.com/usmanasiff/ and the K2preneur program for this opportunity! K2preneur brings together entrepreneurs and content creators for an incredible journey through Pakistan, combining adventure with both personal and professional growth. By fostering connections and promoting entrepreneurship, the program has the potential to make a significant impact on both Pakistan’s tourism and entrepreneurial landscape. I will be forever grateful for having been part of such an amazing and inspiring group of people. 🙏 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: August 2024. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro I license my music from @themusicbed. Here’s an affiliate link for a discount! https://fm.pxf.io/floragonning 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Day zero - bumpy jeep ride 4:12 - Day one - start of the trek 8:06 - Day two - battling the heat 13:42 - Day three - rest day 16:11 - Day four - first day on the glacier 20:29 - Day five - everest vs k2 trek 25:22 - Day six - mental breakdown 31:33 - Next week 31:58 - Outtakes #pakistan #k2 #k2basecamp #GGLA #pakistanvlog #trekking </video> <video> HITCHHIKING to the Sun Moon Lake | The Kindness of Taiwanese People Description: In the first part of my hitchhiking adventure across Taiwan, I take on the unpredictable challenge of traveling to Sun Moon Lake. Taiwan is known for its friendly locals, but how will they react to hitchhikers? From language barriers to unexpected kindness, this journey turns into more than just a ride—it’s about the people, the stories, and the adventure along the way. 🛣️ What's in this video: *Taichung: Exploring this underrated city that’s often just a pit stop for travelers. *Hitchhiking Challenges: From language barriers to finding the right spot. *Unexpected Kindness: A Taiwanese man with mandarins and a ride to Puli. *Sun Moon Lake: Finally arriving at this stunning destination and exploring this place on bicycle. *Ita Thao: Discovering the night market and tasting local aboriginal specialties. Thank you for watching! Your support means the world.💛 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventure traveler, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: November 2024 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Side camera 2: Insta360 X4 Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Hitchhiking in Taiwan 1:24 - Days in Taichung 2:02 - First Hitchhiking Attempt 5:08 - Communication issues 6:48 - Unexpected Kindness 7:52 - Made it to Puli 9:44- Arriving at Sun Moon Lake 11:07 - Ita Thao Night Market 12:28 - Cycling Around Sun Moon Lake 13:24 - A New Friend 16:04 - Shuishe 17:10 - Outro #taiwan #taiwantravel #hitchhiking #taiwanvlog #travelvlog #exploretaiwan #travelasia #visittaiwan #discovertaiwan #asiatravel #sunmoonlake #alishan </video> <video> I Went to Deosai National Park (overnight camping trip) | PAKISTAN Description: It’s finally time to go to Deosai National Park! It’s been on my wishlist for forever. Deosai, which translates to ‘Shadow of the Giants’, is one of Pakistan’s most wild and desolate areas. At over 4,000 meters above sea level, it is the second-highest plateau in the world. Join me as we explore the vast plains, spend the night at Glamp Pakistan, and go on the hunt for my favourite animal - the marmot. Special thanks to Glamp Pakistan for having me :) if you wanna spend a night at Deosai too, I can highly recommend them! You can book your stay via their website https://booking.glamp.pk/index.php What's in this video: *The Road to Deosai: We start off with a jeep ride along the dreaded, very bumpy road towards Deosai National Park. *Exploring the Park: After entering Deosai, we explore its surreal grasslands, stop for coffee at Deosai Top, and spot some local wildlife. *Camping at Bara Pani: We settle into the famous glamping site at Bara Pani - a beautiful and serene campsite deep in the park. *Sheosar Lake: We continue our ride to the stunning Sheosar Lake, known for its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views of Nanga Parbat. *Back at Glamp: we get ready for a cold night. *Marmot hunt: the next morning, we go on one final hunt for marmots, hoping to make my dream of getting a close up shot come true. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning/c/10375190?uid=4859762 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: October 2024. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Side camera 2: Insta360 X4 Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro I license my music from @Musicbed. Here’s an affiliate link which will get you a discount! https://fm.pxf.io/floragonning MB SyncID: MB01QTNFMEVASZQ 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - The road to Deosai 2:55 - Exploring the park 4:58 - Glamp Pakistan 7:52 - Sheosar Lake 11:15 - Cold nights at Glamp 14:12 - Marmot Hunt 16:53 - Reflections #deosainationalpark #deosai #pakistan #pakistanvlog #travelvlog #travelpakistan </video> <video> Is this the NEW Fairy Meadows? | Hiking to RAKAPOSHI base camp in Pakistan Description: Join me as I hike to Rakaposhi Base Camp in Northern Pakistan, a trek that many are comparing to the legendary Fairy Meadows. Could this be Pakistan’s next must-do hike? Let’s find out! What's in this video: *Hitchhiking to Minapin: Our adventure begins with a hitchhiking trip from Aliabad to the starting point of our trek. *Arrival in Minapin: Discover the charming village of Minapin and my favorite pre-hike snack spot, Osho Thang. *The Hike: Experience the stunning, rugged beauty of the trail, complete with playful goats and fairy tale-like meadows. *Hapakun: Spend a night under the stars at Hapakun, a beautiful place to camp. *Glacier view point: Witness the breathtaking sight of Rakaposhi’s glacier as we make our way to the base camp. Follow my journey as I explore one of Pakistan’s most beautiful hikes and decide whether Rakaposhi could be the next Fairy Meadows. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you enjoy my content and want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: May 2023. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - Hitchhiking to Minapin 2:20 - Lunch in Minapin 3:13 - Hiking to Rakaposhi (day one) 5:49 - Staying at Hapakun camp 9:03 - Hiking to Rakaposhi (day two) 10:18 - Glacier view point 12:36 - End verdict #RakaposhiBaseCamp #FairyMeadows #HikingPakistan #PakistanAdventures #TravelVlog #ExplorePakistan #TravelPakistan </video> <video> 4 Days Off-Grid in Pakistan’s Most Remote Valley (no phone challenge) Description: If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our paid partner. Click https://betterhelp.com/floragonning for a discount on your first month of therapy. If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation, here is an overview written by the YouTube creators behind the channel Cinema Therapy that goes into these topics: https://www.reddit.com/r/cinema_therapy/comments/1dpriql/addressing_the_betterh elp_concerns_headon_deep/ In this video, I challenge myself to spend 4 days off-grid in Pakistan’s most remote valley: Chapursan (also spelled Chiporsun). No WiFi, no sim card, and no connection to the outside world. Instead, we rely on nature, local hospitality, and some serious adaptability to get through. It was a super fun mental challenge! What's in this video: *The Journey to Chapursan: The adventure begins as we try to make our way deep into Pakistan. Unexpectedly, it turns into a bit of a hitchhiking trip. *Lakeside Treasure Hunt: We hear about a lake somewhere that is supposed to be good for swimming. Without our phone or any map, we start our search. * Lake, Attempt Two: With renewed energy, we set off again—this time, determined to uncover the beauty hidden within the valley. *Pakistani Wedding: We experience the warmth and traditions of the Wakhi people at a local wedding. *The Way Back: I share my personal reflections on spending time off-grid, the mental challenge of disconnecting, and the lessons learned along the way. ABOUT CHAPURSAN: Chapursan valley lies in the northernmost part of Pakistan, close to Afghanistan and the Wakhan Corridor. It consists of about 8 villages. The people here are primarily Wakhi, and most follow Ismaili Islam. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚 Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: September 2024. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:51 - The way to Chapursan 8:06 - A bumpy jeep ride 9:24 - Arrival in Chapursan 12:20 - On a mission to the lakes 16:19 - Let's try this again 21:54 - Unique pakistani wedding 27:35 - Conclusion Hall of the Mountain King van Kevin MacLeod is gelicentieerd onder een Creative Commons Attribution 4.0-licentie. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #pakistan #travelvlog #travelpakistan #discoverpakistan #pakistanvlog </video> <video> What it’s like exploring HUNZA, PAKISTAN as a solo female traveler 🇵🇰 Description: It’s finally time to head back to Northern Pakistan, and explore the stunning beauty of Hunza. Although this journey was supposed to be different, life had other plans, and I’m trying to embrace being a solo female traveler again. In this video I dive deep into the culture and warm hospitality of Hunza, discovering its magic from a whole new perspective. A HUGE thank you to everyone who made this video possible: *Sunny aka https://www.instagram.com/heavenlyexpeditions/: Thank you for your incredible kindness and for sharing the true essence of Hunza with me. *Best motorbike teacher Syed aka https://www.instagram.com/majestik.sb/ *Leif Larsen Music Center (LLMC) in Hunza aka https://www.instagram.com/llmchunza/. Make sure to pay them a visit in Altit whenever you're around! 𝙄𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙤: *Solo Travel Challenges: From doing laundry with a view to adjusting to solitude, see how I navigated the ups and downs of solo travel. *Local Culture: Meet Sunny and his dog Hachi, and see our visit to a local school to promote animal awareness. Discover the inspiring stories of women at Ciqam, an initiative empowering local women. *New Skills: Watch as I try something new and attempt to learn how to ride a motorbike. *Solo Hiking: Join me on a solo hike (and see me fail), reigniting my love for travel and adventure amidst the most beautiful scenery. *Music School: Experience the healing power of music as I visit a music school in Hunza, a perfect end to this transformative journey. This trip has been about more than just travel; it’s been a journey of growth, self-discovery, and embracing new experiences. Whether you're a solo traveler or just love exploring new places, this video is for you. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you enjoy my content and want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: May 2023. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - The beauty of Hunza 2:10 - Getting to know Hunza Culture 3:14 - On animal Welfare 5:50 - Women Empowerment in Hunza 8:41 - Learning to drive a motorbike 13:02 - First solo hike 16:30 - Music Center Hunza #Hunza #PakistanTravel #NorthernPakistan #TravelVlog #TravelPakistan #SoloFemaleTravel </video> <video> I Found The Yosemite of Pakistan (Nangma Valley Trek) Description: Let our paid partner BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/floragonning and enjoy a special discount on your first month. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ In this video, I go on a trek through Nangma Valley, often referred to as the "Yosemite of Pakistan." After taking a month-long break from hiking following a tough experience at K2 Base Camp, I decided it was time to get back out there. And although this trek was supposed to be a simple reintroduction to the mountains I love… it turned out to be a bit tougher than I expected 😂 Make sure to check out Oskar’s channel as well! @OskarViking What's in this video: * Motorbike Journey to Kanday: Instead of a jeep, we hop on motorbikes for an exciting ride to the trailhead. * Trek to Mingulo Brokk: Day one kicks off, and within the first hour, I’m feeling the burn—clearly, a month off was not great for my cardio… * Afternoon shenanigans: We arrive at our first campsite and get creative with our downtime. Ever danced at 3,000 meters? I did! * Snowy Trek to Nangma Valley: The next day, the weather takes a turn, but the valley reveals its magic through stunning autumn colors mixed with snow. * Tough Climb to Amin Brokk: Day two proves to be the hardest, with brutal conditions, a dangerous river crossing, and a trek that tested my mental and physical strength. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚 Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: October 2024. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Side camera 2: Insta360 X4 Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:17 - Getting to Kanday 4:04 - Starting the trek 6:09 - Mingulo Brokk campsite 9:28 - Dancing and cow dung bonfire 10:46 - Trek to Nangma Valley 14:24 - The hard part: trek to Amin Brokk 20:13 - Conclusion #pakistan #nangmavalley #travelpakistan #pakistanvlog #skardu #trekkinginpakistan </video> <video> I Hitchhiked to Taiwan's Most MAGICAL Forest | ALISHAN Description: In the second part of my hitchhiking journey across Taiwan, we trade the serenity of Sun Moon Lake for the misty mountain trails of Alishan National Park. Hitchhiking through Taiwan is always full of surprises—there’s no set plan, just a lot of patience and keeping up hope that the right car will stop. Join me in this final part to see what hitchhiking (to me) is all about, and experience the warmth of Taiwanese hospitality with us :) 🛣️ What's in this video: *Hitchhiking to Alishan: See what it’s actually like to hitchhike - it’s all about patience and keeping a smile on your face. *Shizhao: We make our way to a small tea plantation town near to Alishan, where we spend the night. *Alishan National Forest and Recreation Area: Join us as we explore this beautiful forest. We start off with hiking the Tashan trail, before moving on to the Sister Pond and Giant Tree Trail. Thank you for watching! Your support means the world.💛 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventure traveler, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: December 2024 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Side camera 2: Insta360 X4 Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - Hitchhiking to Alishan 2:36 - Not done yet! 4:27 - Arriving in Shizhao 5:25 - The next morning 6:27 - Alishan National Park 9:22 - One last hitch 10:26 - Why I Hitchhike #taiwan #taiwantravel #hitchhiking #alishan #taiwanvlog #travelvlog #exploretaiwan #travelasia </video> <video> I’m back in PESHAWAR (one year later) | a Guide to PAKISTAN's Oldest City Description: Thank you Holafly for sponsoring today's video! Stay connected with unlimited data while you travel. Use my code FLORAGONNING for 5% off your next eSIM from Holafly: https://holafly.sjv.io/kOjDRL Also, a MASSIVE shoutout to Ozair (https://www.instagram.com/ozairarts?igsh=MW1tczVsYnBrd25xeA==) for being the best ‘guide’ I could've asked for! Thanks to him, I got to experience the real Peshawar. I couldn't have done this journey right without him! Also, all credits to him for the drone footage you see in this video :) It’s finally time to return to one of Pakistan's most fascinating cities - Peshawar. A year ago, I visited this ancient Silk Road city for the first time, and let's just say... I got a few things wrong. This time, I'm back with a deeper understanding, proper cultural awareness, and a local to unlock the city's secrets. From 2000-year-old bazaars to hidden mansions, traditional kahwa tea to ancient mosques - this is Peshawar as it deserves to be experienced. What's in this video: * Cultural Insights: Learning to navigate Peshawar respectfully as a female traveler * Ancient Architecture: Exploring the stunning Sethi House and Mahabat Khan Mosque * Qissa Khwani Tales: Discovering the famous Qissa Khwani Bazaar, aka the "Storytellers' Bazaar" * Traditional Flavors: Experiencing Peshawar's legendary food scene 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: November 2024 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 1:49 - Tip one: dress appropriately 3:39 - Tip two: get yourself an eSIM 6:07 - Tip three: explore the city with a guide 8:27 - Sethi house 9:38 - Mahabat Khan Mosque 12:27 - Gor Khatri 14:28 - Qissa Khwani Bazaar 15:06 - Trying kahwa tea 15:55 - Ozairs vision on Peshawar 17:20 - Tip four: don’t be a vegetarian 19:18 - Tip five: give yourself a break from the chaos 21:34 - Reflections #pakistan #peshawar #travelpakistan #pakistanvlog #silkroad #ancientcity #pakistanfood #travelasia #femaletravel </video> <video> Is this the most BEAUTIFUL hike in PAKISTAN? | Patundas trek Description: Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this video! Check out https://betterhelp.com/floragonning for 10% off your first month of therapy, and get matched with a therapist that will listen and help. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ In this video we hike to Patundas, to discover if this could indeed be the most beautiful trek in Pakistan. Trust me, you don’t wanna miss this one - lots of amazing landscapes, glacier views, and mountain vistas incoming :) What's in this video: *Jeep ride from Karimabad to Borit Lake: we get ready for this three-day adventure, and travel to the starting point of the trek: Borit Lake. *Day One: we start with a 700 meter incline spread over 4 hours of walking through the Pakistani wilderness. *Crossing the Glacier: We navigate the challenging Passu glacier. Arriving at Patundas Lower Camp: we get to our camping spot for the night - right next to the Passu glacier - and get to relax and enjoy the views for the rest of the afternoon. *Day Two: A tough day with a very steep incline. But the reward is gonna be worth it! *Arriving at Patundas Higher Camp: We get to see Batura Glacier for the first time here, and have lunch in one of the most scenic spots ever. We also decide to make a change in our plans… *Day Three: Waking up after a very cold and long night - but trust me, the views are worth it! Also thanks so much to Exploria.pk for hosting us and providing us with such an amazing team! They offer some really cool Pakistan tours and treks - you can check them out on their website: https://www.exploria.pk/ 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: June 2023. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 0:31 - Getting ready 1:34 - Jeep ride to Borit lake 2:55 - Day one 6:57 - Glacier crossing 9:29 - Arriving at lower camp 11:48 - Day two 15:00 - Arriving at higher camp 18:18 - Going on a sunset hike 20:46 - Day three #PatundasTrek #Pakistan #TravelVlog #TravelPakistan #ExploringPakistan #DiscoverPakistan </video> <video> Cycling Alone in PAKISTAN as a Solo Female (ft. Insta360 X4) Description: Thanks to Insta360 for partnering on this adventure! Check out the X4 here: https://store.insta360.com/product/x4?utm_term=INR0LTD ✨ And great news - Insta360 is running their BEST Black Friday deal ever with 15% OFF the X4 (save $75 USD) plus free affiliate gifts! So if you're thinking about getting one, now's the time :) This week, I take on a brand new challenge: cycling through Northern Pakistan—solo! 🚴‍♀️ Starting from Skardu, I rented a bike and set out towards Khaplu, with plans to visit some cool spots along the way. From navigating the streets of Skardu to discovering hidden gems like Marsur Rock (Pakistan's answer to Trolltunga!), this trip definitely was way out of my comfort zone. Between struggling with sketchy bike gears, making unexpected friends, and going on a mission to find a bunch of rocks, this adventure proved that sometimes the best experiences come from simply saying "yes" to something new :) What's in this video: *First Time on a Bicycle: Renting a bike in Skardu and learning that female cyclists are quite the novelty here *Mission to Marsur Rock: A steep climb to one of Pakistan's most photogenic rocks *Journey to Sermik: Solo cycling through Gilgit-Baltistans valleys. The autumn colours made it even better! *Local Connections: From curious onlookers to helpful strangers, I experienced true Pakistani hospitality *Finding the Chocolate rocks: a place so mysterious it isn’t even marked on the map. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: October 2024 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Action camera: Insta360 X4 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Getting started in Skardu 3:21 - The cycle trip begins 5:49 - Mission to Marsur Rock 12:50 - The long way to Sermik 15:00 - Local encounters 19:01 - I'm getting tired now 22:37 - Arriving in Sermik 24:15 - A sweet discovery 29:05 - Conclusion #pakistan #skardu #travelpakistan #pakistanvlog #marsurrock #cyclingadventure #cyclingpakistan #solofemaletravel #adventuretravel #travelasia #insta360 #insta360X4 </video> <video> I Got Sick at K2 | Battling Pakistan's Toughest Trek Description: After making it to Concordia, I thought I’d seen the toughest part of the trek. But things took a sharp turn just as we were gearing up for the GGLA pass (Gondogoro La). In this video, you’ll see the last stretch of the K2 base camp trek, including the day I got sick… From stunning landscapes to physical and mental struggles, this part of the trek pushed me further than I thought possible. The mountains had something different in store for me than I expected, but it was an adventure I’ll probably never forget. In this video, you’ll see days seven to twelve of the trek: *Day Seven: The landscape changes dramatically as we head from Goro 2 to Concordia. *Day Eight: A rest day at Concordia, waiting on the weather to see if we’ll get the chance to cross the GGLA pass. *Day Nine: The day I got sick. I had to turn back, leaving my dream of GGLA behind. *Day Ten: Trekking back to Liligo camp, still feeling terrible. *Day Eleven: Continuing the journey on horseback, learning to let go of my ego and accept my limits. *Day Twelve: The final stretch. *Porter dedication: taking a moment to appreciate these unsung heroes of treks like K2. Also, a HUGE thank you to Usman Asif and the K2preneur program for making this journey possible! K2preneur’s mission is to promote entrepreneurship and tourism in Pakistan by bringing together adventurers, entrepreneurs, and content creators from around the world. By showcasing the natural beauty and untapped potential of places like the K2 region, they’re driving awareness and creating new opportunities for Pakistan’s tourism industry, while also fostering meaningful connections and professional growth. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience, and I’m beyond grateful to have been a part of such an inspiring initiative. 🙏 🌍 **𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚:** Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 **𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡:** If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through [Buy Me a Coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning). 🌐 **𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚:** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ **𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨:** Time of Visit: August 2024. 📷 **𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧:** Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro I license my music from @Musicbed. Here’s an affiliate link which will get you a good discount! https://fm.pxf.io/floragonning 📌 **𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨:** 0:00 - Intro 0:52 - Day seven - a new start 6:21 - Day eight - waiting at Concordia 14:19 - Day nine - I got sick 15:39 - Day ten - pushing myself too hard 22:17 - Day eleven - horseback journey 24:54 - Day twelve - the final stretch 26:38 - Porter dedication #Pakistan #K2 #K2basecamp #GGLA #trekking #Pakistantravel </video> <video> Asia's Most Underrated Country? | My First Time in TAIWAN Description: Your next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy: https://betterhelp.com/floragonning (In paid partnership with BetterHelp). After months in Pakistan, I find myself in a completely different world - Taiwan! It’s my first time in East Asia, and… let’s just say that the culture shock was real ;) We are starting this Taiwan travel vlog in the capital of Taipei. From discovering the cutest public transport system ever (wait till you hear the bus stop sound!), to wandering through mysterious temple ceremonies, to trying my first-ever bubble tea in its birthplace... this is just the beginning of exploring an island that the world somehow seems to have forgotten about. What's in this video: * Traveling on a Budget: from staying in cheap hostels, to taking public transport, to eating at local food spots - in this video you’ll see how to explore Taipei without breaking the bank * Exploring Taipei’s Culture: Witnessing ancient ceremonies at Longshan Temple and learning about moon blocks, offerings, and spiritual traditions * Taiwan Tourist Attractions: Getting lost in the bustling streets of Ximending, trying bubble tea for the first time in its homeland, admiring the Taipei 101, hiking up Elephant Hill, and visiting Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall * Beyond the City: Wandering through Jiufen's Spirited Away-inspired alleyways and releasing sky lanterns in Shifen (plus some... interesting street food attempts 😅) 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: November 2024 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Side camera 2: Insta360 X4 Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro to Taiwan 00:50 - the Culture Shock is Real 1:37 - I'm Staying in a Hostel 2:41 - Public Transport Magic 3:24 - Exploring Temples 7:55 - Trying Bubble Tea in Ximending 9:03 - City Wanderings 10:20 - What is up with these claw machine arcades?! 11:10 - Former tallest building in the World 11:53 - Elephant Hill Views 12:39 - Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall 14:33 - Jiufen 16:01 - Trying Taiwanese foods 18:09 - Shifen's Sky Lanterns 20:02 - Next day/Conclusion #taiwan #taipei #taiwantravel #taiwanvlog #jiufen #longshan #exploretaiwan #travelasia #visitaiwan #taipeicity #discovertaiwan #asiatravel </video> <video> Crossing the World's Most Dangerous Bridge | Hitchhiking in PAKISTAN series Description: In part two of this hitchhiking series through Northern Pakistan, I continue my journey from Gulmit to Passu, where I take on one of the most dangerous bridges in the world: the Passu Bridge. What's in this video: *Hitchhiking from Gulmit to Passu: Follow my journey as I hitchhike through the stunning landscapes of Northern Pakistan. *Hiking to the Passu Bridge: Experience the trek to one of the world's most thrilling and scenic bridges. *Crossing the Passu Bridge: Watch me take on the challenge of crossing this famously wobbly and breathtaking bridge. *Exploring Passu town: Join me as I explore the charming town of Passu and enjoy some local food. *Reflecting on my hitchhiking experience in Pakistan: Hear my thoughts on what it’s like to hitchhike here as a solo female traveler. Special thanks to Moksha for having me :) if you wanna stay with them too, you can book a yurt at https://moksharesortshunza.com/ 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: June 2023. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Waking up in Gulmit 1:17 - Hitchhiking to Passu 3:16 - Arriving in Passu 4:19 - Going on a hike 7:42 - Crossing the Passu Bridge 10:11 - Reflections #Hitchhiking #Pakistan #PassuBridge #TravelVlog #SoloFemaleTraveler #TravelPakistan #ExploringPakistan #DiscoverPakistan #pakistantravel </video> <video> I Hitchhiked ALONE through PAKISTAN 🇵🇰 | Exploring Attabad, Baskochi & Gulmit Description: I’m entering my solo female hitchhiking era! For the first time ever, I try to hitchhike alone through Northern Pakistan. In this first part of a two-part series, I start my journey in Aliabad and continue to make my way to Attabad Lake, where I go on the beautiful Baskochi Meadows trek. Afterwards, the goal is to get to Gulmit, where I’ll be spending the night at Moksha Resorts - a really cool ‘glamping’ place. Oh, and there might be an unexpected surprise event at the end as well! Special thanks to Moksha for having me! I had an amazing stay. To book yours, you can visit https://moksharesortshunza.com/ What's in this video: *Hitchhiking to Attabad Lake: I start my hitchhiking adventure by trying to get to the stunning Attabad Lake. *Baskochi Meadows Trek: Discover the short yet steep hike to a breathtaking viewpoint over Attabad Lake. *Hitchhiking to Gulmit: Experience the scenic journey to Gulmit. *Pakistani Wedding in Hunza: Immerse in the vibrant and unique celebration of a traditional Hunza wedding. 🌍 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙚: Hey, I'm Flora – adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you. 👉 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: If you enjoy my content and want to help me continue creating adventures, consider supporting me through https://www.buymeacoffee.com/floragonning 🌐 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flora_gonning/ For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com ⏰ 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨: Time of Visit: June 2023. 📷 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧: Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8 Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro Microphone: Rode VideoMicro 📌 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Hitchhiking attempt to Aliabad 3:27 - Fun ride to Attabad 6:46 - Baskochi Meadows trek 11:03 - A motorbike hitch to Gulmit 13:17 - Staying at Moksha 14:01 - Traditional Hunza Wedding 15:18 - Teaser next week #hitchhiking #Attabad #Baskochi #Gulmit #travelvlog #explorepakistan #pakistantravel </video>

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