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5 Days Neelum Valley Ratti Gali Lake Tour Package

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  • 4 Days 3 Nights
  • AC Transport
  • Meals Included
  • Your Dates

Neelum Ratti Gali Tour Highlights

  • On this adventurous trip to Naran Kaghan, you will see iconic attractions such as Saif ul Malook Lake, Kaghan, and Shogran.
  • Explore the diverse beauty of Battakundi and Jhalkand from scenic valley views such as Naran and Kaghan to Himalayan views and glaciers.
  • Experience Siri Paye Meadows and its vibrant blooms on an adventurous Jeep ride.
  • Explore the expansive Upper Kaghan meadows on horseback and marvel at the majestic Tiger Peak and Lulusar Lake.
  • Discover a hidden gem nestled amidst the mountains at Sohni Waterfall after experiencing breathtaking views from Babusar Top.
  • Take thrilling activities of Zipline, Paramotors, and River Rafting for adventure seekers.
  • Shopping for local items and taste the yummy variety of foods with your family and loved ones.
  • Scenic mountainous travel from Balakot to Naran Kaghan till Babusar Top along the gushing River Kunhar.
  • By sinking your feet while dining and eating at Kiwayi Waterfall (Abshaar Cafe), you will experience the chill and glacial water running through it.

About 5 Day Neelum Valley Trip

Its breathtaking natural beauty and stunning landscapes make Naran Kaghan Valley a top tourist destination in Pakistan. It is located in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, surrounded by the majestic Karakoram Mountain range and the Himalayas. In the valley, nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those seeking a peaceful escape from city life will find themselves in a haven. Thousands of people plan a tour of Naran Kaghan Valley every year.

Our tour will include all the main tourist attractions of Naran and Upper Kaghan Valley. Moreover, it will provide insight into different sightseeing spots and adventure activities associated with Naran Kaghan Valley, including hiking, ziplining, camping, river rafting, and experiencing local food, music, and festivals. Additionally, we will discuss what to pack for your Naran tour, precautions for high-altitude places, and local customs and etiquette.

  • Tour Type: Sightseeing Tour (Family & Kids Friendly)
  • Route: Lahore - Islamabad - Hazara Expressway - Balakot - Naran - Babusar Top
  • Duration: 4 Days and 3 Nights Trip
  • Pick and Drop Point: Lahore - Karachi - Islamabad

Trip Itinerary

Day 0: Departure from Lahore to Naran

  • Departure from Lahore at night.
  • Travel via Motorway and Hazara Expressway.
  • Short refreshment stays on the way.

Day 1: Reach Naran & Visit Saif ul Malook Lake

  • Pickup of Karachi and Islamabad Participants from Islamabad in next morning. 
  • Breakfast at Balakot/Kiwayi or on the way.
  • Reach Kiwai Water Streams.
  • Sightseeing at Kaghan valley.
  • Reach Naran & transfer to hotel for some rest.
  • Transfer to jeeps to visit Majestic Saif ul Malook Lake
  • Visit Lake Saif ul Malook and take beautiful snaps.
  • Stay for sightseeing at Lake Saif ul Malook.

Day 2: Travel to Explore Babusar Lulusar Lake

  • Breakfast 7:30 AM.
  • Travelling towards Babusar Top.
  • Visit Besal & Burawai.
  • Short stay at Multiple Water streams en-route to Babusar Top.
  • Short stay at Lulusar Lake for photography and feel the nature.
  • Visit Babusar Top & Enjoy amazing sceneries.
  • Travelling towards River Kunhar.
  • Time for Rafting at Kunhar river.
  • Travelling back towards hotel for night stay.

Day 3: Drive to Shogran & Visit Siri Paye Meadows

  • Breakfast from Hotel / Restaurant
  • Check out from Hotel & travel back to Kiwayi
  • Transfer to 4 x 4 Jeeps for Shogran via off road track
  • Reach Shogran and transfer to Hotel for rest and lunch.
  • Jeep ride to Siri Paye Meadows due to muddy & bumpy track
  • Explore Siri Paye meadows for 2 hours.
  • Horse riding and trekking to explore lush green meadows
  • Travel back to Shogran hotel for night stay.

Day 4: Travel back to Lahore/Islamabad

  • Breakfast 7:30 AM.
  • Time for shopping at Shogran Bazaar.
  • Move back towards Lahore/Islamabad.
  • Short Stay at River view.
  • Reached Islamabad in evening.
  • Travelling back to Lahore till late at night.
  • End of memorable tour
End of Trip

Places to Visit

Frequently Asked Questions

1.How to reserve the Azad Kashmir tour?

Need to pay 30% to 50% advance for reservation of Tour. Remaining at the Departure time you will have to pay remaining balance. Receipt will issue to you after received the advance.

  • Online Bank Transfer
  • Jazz Cash / Easy Paisa
  • Wise or Remittance
  • Western Union
  • Others…

2.Is Azad Kashmir Family friendly Tourist Destination?

Azad Kashmir situated in the Northern Areas of Pakistan. Totally, Safe & secure for couples & families with kids to explore all the main attractions of Kashmir Neelum Valley. Every type of local food, good road conditions, and nice weather will attract many families all over Pakistan. But no proper medical facilities and bazar for night times.

3.Which Mobile Network works in Kashmir?

Only SCOM mobile network signals work in whole Azad Kashmir. SCOM has the weak and limited internet signals. You can’t do your online work or communicate through this networks. If you want to do online work from the mountains, Azad Kashmir is not a good option.

4.What is special about Azad Kashmir?

Azad Kashmir tourist destination blends stunning natural beauty with serenity, presenting sweeping vistas of the surrounding majestic mountains and serene valleys, often enveloped in an enchanting mist.

5.How many days are enough for Kashmir Trip?

3 to 5 days are enough to explore the main tourist attractions in Azad Kashmir with family and kids. In 6 days, you can easily explore all the key sights such as Sharda, Kel, Arang Kel, Ratti Gali Lake, Taobat, Keran, and more. Trekking, jeep safaris, and river boating are also available.

6.What is the best time to visit Azad Kashmir?

The optimal period for visiting Kashmir is from April to October. Spring (March to early May) features blossoming meadows, while summer (May to August) provides pleasant weather for sightseeing and trekking. Winter (December to March) offers stunning live snowfall.

7.What is the road condition to reach Kashmir?

You can travel through Murree Expressway to Azad Kashmir by bus from Islamabad to Murree (2-way carpeted road). From Murree to Muzaffarabad (single carpeted road). Some of the parts From Muzaffarabad to Keran LOC are land sliding areas. Afterward, Keran to Sharda road is not in good condition. Sharda to Arang Kel and Taobat need jeeps to explore the surrounding valleys.

8.What are things to do in Kashmir Pakistan?

  • Jeep Safari
  • Trekking
  • Hiking
  • Exploring
  • Shopping
  • Camping

9.Is there any airport operate in Kashmir?

There is no airport in Azad Kashmir due to its close proximity to the Indian Line of Control, requiring a 5 to 6-hour road trip to reach Kashmir, Pakistan, from Capital City.

10.What are the best hotels in Azad Kashmir?

In recent years, many new hotels have opened, offering excellent hospitality to visitors.

  • Neelum Retreat
  • Shangrilla Sharda
  • Wadi Resort Sharda
  • Taj Hills Keran
  • Neelum Elites

11.Can we visit Kashmir direct from Karachi?

Most of the people of Karachi travel to Lahore or Islamabad by public bus, train, and airplane for Northern Tours. First of all, the drivers of Karachi are not enough experts to drive on mountainous routes. If the vehicle gets out of order, then impossible to change the vehicle from Karachi. So all the tours start from Lahore or Islamabad.

12.Is there any restaurant for tourists?

It is difficult to find a good restaurant in Azad Kashmir. During your stay, you will need to place an order in the hotel for dinner or lunch.

13.Are foreigners allowed to enter Kashmir, Pakistan?

Foreign nationals are not allowed to enter Azad Kashmir, Pakistan, and obtaining special permission from the Pakistani Interior Ministry is mostly not possible.

14.Is Neelum Valley the part of Azad Kashmir?

Neelum Valley is located in the northern and northeastern regions of Muzaffarabad in Azad Kashmir, running parallel to Kaghan Valley, with only snow-covered peaks between them, some reaching over 4000 meters above sea level.

15.Is Neelum Valley worth to visit with family?

Regarded as one of the most stunning areas in Azad Kashmir, Neelum Valley is referred to as the “PARADISE OF KASHMIR.” Positioned in the north and northeast of Muzaffarabad, it runs alongside the Kaghan Valley, featuring snow-capped mountains elevated at 4000 meters above sea level. This region is made up of 370 villages.

16.What is the best time to visit Neelum Valley?

The ideal time for a visit is from June to September when the weather is pleasant. The period from October to March is particularly suitable for honeymooners and families looking to experience snowfall.

17.What are Terms & Conditions?

  1. Standard hotel check-in time is 12:00 pm, and check-out time is 10:00 am.
  2. Meals other than those specified are an exclusion from the package.
  3. Vehicles will be provided as per the group size.
  4. ACs don’t work in Hilly Areas as the climate is moderate.
  5. Hotels are subject to availability; guests will be accommodated in similar properties if unavailable.
  6. The monument entry fee and camera charges are not included in the package.
  7. Children above 8 years of age will be considered adults only. There are no charges for children below 5 years of age.
  8. All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any insurance cover is not a part of the package.
  9. Govt. Approved ID is mandatory for each guest when booking and upon arrival. 
  10. All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details when booking and upon arrival.
  11. Prices might greatly vary on Blackout Dates(special dates like Eid ul Fitr, Eid ul Adha, New Year’s, etc.). You can connect with us directly to get the best rates for these days.
  12. The prices may vary based on the season and the number of travelers traveling per day in a specific region, as there is limited hotel availability in hilly areas.
  13. Any deviation from the Vehicle’s planned route at the customer’s request during the tour will be chargeable per km basis.
  14. Any breakage or damage of items at the hotels/resorts/camps/vehicles will be charged at actuals.
  15. The package cost will not accommodate personal expenses like portage, tips, laundry, mineral water, etc.
  16. Nature Adventure Club reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any disturbances (i.e., severe weather conditions, political unrest or others).
  17. Any rescheduling/rearrangement of a package due to circumstances beyond Nature Adventure Club control might invite additional hotel charges and/or vehicle charges.
  18. If a traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, the traveler will bear all the expenses from that point onwards. Neither the operator nor Nature Adventure Club will be responsible for such decisions or refunds.
  19. Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.

Get to know before travel

Mobile Network: Only the Postpaid network (Telenor, Zong, SCOM) is active in the region.
 
Breakfast availability in a hotel mostly starts from 7:30 am to 9:30 am.
 
Please ensure you bring enough warm clothing and the correct shoes for the tour. Ideally, you should carry 20 kg of luggage in case you have to carry it to a backup vehicle, as well as to the accommodation.
 
Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The client will be responsible for the difference in costs if the package is amended due to an increase in guests or a change in the hotel.
 
The hotels are subject to their availability. The travelers will be accommodated in a property of a similar standard, in case they are unavailable.
 
The Nature Adventure Club reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary without changing the total number of days and without compromising any services if any disruption occurs (e.g. weather conditions, or political conditions).
 
The weather in Naran Kaghan is unpredictable and harsh, as a result, the hotels and their facilities cannot compare to those in similar locations in other parts of the country. They are more basic, but Naran people carry the local warmth, compensating for the star categories.
 
Consult a physician before undertaking the tour. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the tour.
 
Force Majeure: If unforeseen circumstances or disasters force [Nature Adventure Club] to reschedule a tour or trek, [Nature Adventure Club] reserves the right to change the itinerary to ensure the safety and well-being of clients and staff.
 
Cancellation After Rescheduling: Our standard cancellation policy applies to clients who reschedule their tours or treks and then cancel them. Any rescheduling fees paid will be non-refundable.

Checklist for Tourists

Documents
  • Original Identity Card
  • Itinerary
  • Booking Confirmations
  • Passport (International Tourists)
  • Visas (International Tourists)
Clothing
  • Mix and Match Clothes (According to Weather)
  • Comfortable Shoes – (walking and exploring)
  • Rain Gear – If your destination is rainy, pack a raincoat or umbrella.
  • Warm Layers – Sweater or Jacket, Trouser, Woolen Socks.
Toiletries
  • Shampoo, Conditioner, Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrush
  • Basic Medications – Pack any medications you take regularly
  • Skin Care Products (Moisturizer and Sunblock)
Other Essentials
  • Day Bag & Water Bottle
  • Universal Power Adapter or Power Bank
  • Electronics – Pack your phone, chargers, headphones, camera.
  • Entertainment – Pack books, magazines, or a Kindle.
  • Neck Rest & Small Pillows for long travel.
  • First-Aid Kit – Band-aids, Antiseptic wipes, and Pain relievers.
  • Snacks – Pack some snacks while road traveling.
  • Enough Cash – Sometimes ATMs are not available
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What's inside the Package?

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in Hotel as per the variant selected
  • Breakfast and Dinner as mentioned in the variant
  • Highly-Experienced Mountain Driver
  • Services of Professional Guide
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • All toll tax, parking, fuel, and driver allowances
  • Jeeps for Off-road tracks
  • Comfortable and Sanitized vehicle for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary

Exclusions

  • Lunch, tea and mineral water during travel
  • Laundry, beverages & phone calls or other expenses of personal nature
  • Extra expenses due to the acts of nature and political reasons etc.
  • Porter for personal luggage, medication, evacuation and rescue etc. in emergencies
  • Entrance tickets at Forts & National Parks or Activities Charges
  • Personal insurances of clients
  • Anything which are not mentioned in "Services Included"