Kumrat Valley Tour

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Overview

Kumrat Valley is a stunning beauty, abounding with natural habitat and splendid fauna and flora. Located in the beautiful landscape of the Upper Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the greenery and darkness of the pastures are simply spellbinding. The snow-clad mountains, the dense alpine forests, the cascading waterfalls, the sprightly streams, and the plushy meadows make it a paradise on earth for tourists.

Location

Guide to Pakistan has ventured to arrange an exciting and adventure-mounted tour to this scenic panorama—the Kumrat Valley—to let you explore the extension of mother nature in its pristine form. Some of the salient attractions of the Kumrat Valley tour are listed here:

Thal

The first stop before entering Kumrat Valley is Thal village. Most tourists spend their first night here after traveling from Islamabad, and the following day they travel in jeeps toward Kumrat.

Jahaz Banda Waterfall

Jahaz Banda Kumrat waterfall is the most popular place for tourist destinations. Everyone who goes to Kumrat Valley must visit the spot. Over time, it has gotten slippery, so everyone must be extra cautious when climbing up to a waterfall.

Panjkora River

The Panjkora River flows through the entire Kumrat Valley, and its roaring sound can be heard everywhere in the valley. It starts in the Hindu Kush Mountains and flows through the upper dir, the lower dir, and the Swat River. Trout fishing is the most popular activity on the river Panjkora.

Kala Chashma

Kala Chashma Kumrat is located about 5–10 kilometers from Kumrat Valley. It is a beautiful tourist destination. The water flows from backstones; that’s why it’s called the Kala Chashma. The place is covered with dense greenery, making it an attractive tourist attraction. You can drive a jeep over this distance or walk along the river.

Katora Lake

Katora Lake is on the upper side of Jahaz Banda in Kumrat Valley, 3500 meters above sea level. This lake is called “Bowl Lake” since it is surrounded by snow-covered mountains that make it look like a bowl. The stunning natural scenery of Katora Lake has never failed to captivate visitors. Even though the distance between Jahaz Banda and Katora Lake is only 4.6 kilometers, your fitness level will determine how quickly you can complete the excursion.

Bara Dand Lake

The Kumrat Valley also has the stunning Baradand Lake. Beautiful meadows cover it. The walk to Bara Dand Lake is challenging, but once you get there, you won’t care about how challenging it is since the beauty of Bara Dand Lake will enchant you.

Chahrot Banda

Another lovely village in the Kumrat Valley is Chahrot Banda, which is situated at an elevation of 8300 feet. The region is entirely green and flanked by high mountains. From the Chahrot banda, visitors can also see peaks covered in snow.

Badagoi Pass

Badagoi Pass connects Upper Dir with Utror and Kalam. This pass is 3,523 meters above sea level. The road is rough, muddy, and full of rocks, so you can only get across in a jeep.

Timing

Departure Time: 05:00 AM
Return Time: 06:00 PM

Description

Embark on a captivating 4-day tour to Kumrat Valley with the Guide to Pakistan. The first day kicks off with an 8 am departure from Islamabad, traversing the scenic Swat Motorway and stopping for a countryside lunch at Chakdara. Arriving at Kumrat by 8 pm, guests check into the Latitude Resort Kumrat, followed by an evening of sightseeing and riverside clicks. A BBQ dinner and bonfire add to the memorable ambiance. The second day starts with breakfast at 8 am, leading to thrilling jeep rides through Kumrat forest and enchanting waterfalls, with lunch amid the famous dark woods. Guests then enjoy the musical Kumrat Waterfalls before returning to the resort for a tranquil dinner. The next day, a jeep ride to Kala Chashma, the Black Stream, awaits, with lunch on its peripheries and sightseeing. The day concludes with a delectable dinner back at the resort. The final day begins with an 8 am breakfast and departure for Islamabad, pausing for lunch at Chakdara before reaching Islamabad in the evening, bidding farewell to a captivating Kumrat Valley experience.

Travel Tips

Carry different clothes for varying temperatures to keep yourself warm and cool accordingly.
It’s better to keep a power bank. In case of phone battery dies you will have a backup.
Capture the scenic sights of Kumrat Valley but before taking pictures of locals, do seek their permission.
If you plan on hiking, ensure you have appropriate trekking gear, including sturdy shoes, a backpack, and a water bottle.
Familiarize yourself with local customs and etiquette.
Carry a small trash bag and dispose of your waste responsibly.

Itinerary

Day-1

Departure from Islamabad around 8 am (GTP Head Office)
Drive via Swat Motorway
Lunch – country-side setting at Chakdara
Reach Kumrat by 8 pm
Hotel check-in – Latitude Resort Kumrat
Sightseeing and Clicks at Kumrat / Panjkora Riverside
BBQ dinner along with Bonfire, to make the evening both fiery and memorable

Day-2

Breakfast at 8 am
Jeeps ride to Kumrat forest and Waterfalls
Lunch amidst the famous Kumrat forests (deep and dark)
Sightseeing and enjoying the musical Kumrat Waterfalls
Resume back to the resort for a serene dinner

Day-3

Breakfast at 8 am
Jeeps ride to Kala Chashma (the Black Stream)
Lunch at the peripheries of Kala Chashma
Sightseeing at Kala Chashma
Retrieval to Resort for a scrumptious dinner

Day-4

Breakfast at 8 am
Departure for Islamabad
Lunch at Chakdara
Arrival at Islamabad in the evening and au revoir

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Inclusion & Exclusion

Included

Comfortable Transport
Deluxe Rooms
Jeep drives, tolls, and tickets for attractions (if any)
Breakfast, midday meal, and dinner
Munchies, cookies
Beverages and mineral water
Fuel expenses
Basic first-aid kit
Tour supervisor

Not Included

Personal shopping
Sporting activities and rides
Anything not mentioned in “Included”

Additional Information

The Panjkora River gracefully flows through Kumrat Valley, spellbinding with its allure.
Kumrat Valley is an oasis of flora and fauna, an ideal tour destination for people who are fond of nature.
The valley is adorned with lush Kumrat forests that are a delight to explore. Jeep rides through these dense woods lead to enchanting waterfalls, providing a serene and refreshing experience for visitors.
One of the notable attractions in Kumrat Valley is Kala Chashma or the Black Stream. The exquisite panorama offered at this spot is a treat for the eyes and serenity for the soul.
The valley provides adventure opportunities for fun lovers through avenues of trekking and hiking, giving them the ultimate pleasure to explore.
Lights, shadows, colors, and vibrance are all the luxuries of this beautiful destination. It persuades your inner artist to photograph its splendor and take it with you as everlasting memories.

Policy

You are required to bring your National Identity Card (CNIC) (mandatory). If a participant does not have a CNIC, the company maintains the right to deny them access to the trip without issuing a refund.
The company reserves the right to substantially change, alter, or modify the trip schedule without prior notice to participants or costs due to unforeseen factors such as traffic jams, landslides, riots, terrorist activity, political chaos, stormy weather, or as legally permitted by the company to be in the group’s best interests.
Please be mindful of the respect and privacy of the other participants. In the event of non-compliance with this condition, the Company and/or its member(s) reserve the right to exclude any person from the trip immediately and without prior notice.
You warrant and affirm that you do not own any explosives, firearms, or illegal substances throughout the journey.
The Company and its representative(s) shall not be held liable for any situation that emerges as a result of your mollification or negligence, and you shall keep the Company and its representative(s) harmless and indemnified against any legal or civil repercussions resulting from your acts in this regard. Participants possessing forbidden items will be expelled from the trip without a refund.
While the Company will take all reasonably practicable precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of the trip’s participants, if an undesirable situation arises that is beyond the Company’s or its representative(s) reasonable control, or in the case of the occurrence of any unforeseen, inevitable circumstance, the Company and/or its representative(s) shall, for any reason whatsoever, not be held liable and responsible for any consequences.

Kumrat Valley Tour

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