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Swat Scenic Safari
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6 Days / 5 Nights
Cultural Tours
Summer
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Overview
Exploring Swat Valley’s scenic safari from Islamabad is an unforgettable journey through northern Pakistan’s most breathtaking landscapes and cultural jewels. This summer expedition offers travelers a refreshing escape from the scorching cities into the cool mountain air, vibrant greenery, and rich cultural history of the “Switzerland of the East.” The journey begins with a drive on the Swat Expressway, leading into the heart of the valley. Mingora and Saidu Sharif. These twin cities of...
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- Mingora & Saidu Sharif: Vibrant bazaars and Gandhara relics at Swat Museum and historic White Palace.
- Malam Jabba: Pakistan’s premier ski resort with scenic chairlifts and zip-line thrills.
- Bahrain & Miandam: Riverside charm, trout fishing, traditional markets.
- Kalam Valley & Ushu Forest: Green meadows, dense pine, hidden waterfalls, perfect for nature lovers
- Mahodand Lake: Turquoise alpine waters framed by the Hindu Kush, ideal for boating and camping.
What's Included
- Hotel accommodations on a twin-sharing basis throughout the trip.
- All ground transportation during the tour, including airport transfers.
- All meals as outlined in the itinerary—breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Light refreshments such as coffee, green tea, cookies, and nuts.
- Bottled water provided throughout the journey.
- Entry tickets and admission fees for all sites and attractions mentioned in the itinerary.
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide, with support staff if required.
- Porterage at hotels and airports.
- All applicable tolls, local taxes, and parking charges.
- Basic first aid kit available for emergency use.
- Visa assistance, including the provision of a Letter of Invitation (LoI) for the Pakistan Tourist Visa.
Exclude
- Domestic and international airfare, airport taxes, and visa application fees.
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory for international participants).
- Visa processing costs and related documentation.
- Beverages not mentioned in the itinerary, including soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Personal clothing, gear, and equipment (e.g., jackets, footwear, backpacks).
- Additional hotel nights beyond those specified in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and souvenirs.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, porters, and support staff.
- Costs arising from delays, cancellations, or unforeseen events beyond human control.
- Any extra services or items not clearly listed under the “Services Included” section.
Itinerary
Arrive in Islamabad, meet & greet, transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Depart early via the Swat Expressway. Pause at Fizaghat Park and Mingora Bazaar. Explore Saidu Sharif’s Swat Museum and White Palace (Marghuzar) before overnighting in Mingora/Saidu Sharif.
After breakfast, head to Malam Jabba’s ski resort. Enjoy hiking, summer chairlift, or zip lining amid 2,800 m peaks. Overnight stay in Malam Jabba.
Drive through Bahrain’s confluence of two rivers, on to trout fishing town Miandam, and reach Kalam. Explore the lush valley and relax in a riverside hotel.
Take a 4×4 through Ushu Forest and Matiltan waterfall, then arrive at Mahodand Lake—complete with boating, trout fishing, and alpine glacier views at 2,865 m elevation Camp lakeside or head back to Kalam.
Travel back via Mingora. Arrive in Islamabad by evening. Or proceed to the airport for onward flight.