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Hi Mika
Thanks for looking at the site, but I think maybe you mis-read, or are unsure about the Wakhan Corridor?
Just to make it very clear: I did not cross the Wakhan Corridor. It is simply not possible to go from Pakistan to Afghanistan here. There is no road, no track. I know a guy who used to take people over on yaks or horses, but this ended in 2008 when the army were stationed at the end of the Chapursan Valley. I think it's even hard to get into the start of the valley these days.
I crossed at the proper international border crossing at Torkham (Khyber Pass). I had special permission from the Torkham and Jamrud Tehsils, arranged via the FATA Secretariate, as the road crosses the Tribal Areas which are off limits to foreigners. If you are desperate, this is worth a try, but I seriously doubt it will work. Security has tightened since I was there, plus foreigners are apparently no longer allowed on the Afghan side of this border. I was also living in Pakistan for some time, and had learned to blend in, driving a very normal car for Pakistan with local plates.
I would very much encourage you to do this route, it is truly unforgettable, but there is no way you can base your plans on getting this permit.
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Hi EO,
oh I misread your post and I did not read about Afghanistan on your website. Very good website, it was recommend to me by Alex in Magilovh (Belarus) my host for a day in May.
So, Matt this changes of course what I said about trying it, if there is no track or road. When I had a look at my map, it showed a small track, but this does not mean there is one ... or it can be used by motorcycle.
All the best
mika
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