Introducing Humaira Khan: The Vision Behind ExplorEast.
Our Founder
It all started back in 1993, with Humaira Khan landing a student job with a tour company. She was initially encouraged by an American author, Cathleen Cox, to lead tours in the field, which was pretty unusual at the time. Incidentally, that made her the only female tour leader in Pakistan, until she immigrated to Canada in the year 2000. Khan was a student of history, journalism, law and later business management. Along the way, she broke many stereotypes.
Today, Humaira Khan is a lifelong explorer, educator and passionate advocate for the stories and people often left unheard and unseen. Her years as a globetrotting reporter, coordinator and tour manager have nurtured a sharp eye and deep appreciation for the universality of the human condition. From the remotest villages in Southeast Asia to the bustling streets of Europe, North America and the Middle East, Humaira’s fearless nature, empathy and professionalism have proven invaluable in breaking down cultural barriers and connecting people from all walks of life. With Compassion. Kindness. And a genuine sense of gratitude and wonder.
Humaira brings complex social issues and the beautiful intricacies of the human spirit to the fore through her storytelling. Currently, she is conducting two TV series, “Voice of Women,” chronicling the lives and challenges of women conquering the odds, and “Point of View,” addressing the taboo social issues and brainstorming their solutions. She has been deeply involved with the settlement and sponsorship of refugees in Canada. She’s an advocate for education for all, especially in the remotest areas of developing nations.
She’s the vision behind “ExplorEast Tours n Treks,” reconnecting people with their roots and bringing people of different faiths, colours, and cultures together.
She’s a true believer in Responsible Tourism and giving back to the local communities.