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3 Days Naran & Saif-ul-Malook Tour

3 Days Naran & Saif-ul-Malook Tour

3 days / 2 nightsIslamabad – Balakot – Shogran – Naran – Saif-ul-Malook – IslamabadMax 20 peopleMay to OctoberEasyMax altitude 3,224 m at Saif-ul-Malook

The classic short trip — Balakot, Shogran and the jeep up to Saif-ul-Malook.

Overview

The shortest real mountain trip from Islamabad and the one most people do first. Seven hours of driving puts you at Naran on the Kunhar river, and a jeep from there takes you up to Saif-ul-Malook at 3,224 m.

Three days covers Naran and the lake properly, with Shogran and the Siri Paye meadows on the way. It does not include Babusar Top — that needs a fourth day, and our 4-day package has it.

This is our most family-friendly itinerary. Short driving legs, moderate altitude, and nothing that requires walking far.

Trip highlights

  • Saif-ul-Malook Lake by jeep from Naran
  • Shogran and the Siri Paye meadows
  • Balakot and the Kunhar river
  • Kaghan valley and Batakundi

3 Days Naran & Saif-ul-Malook Tour Itinerary — day by day

Every day states its route, its driving hours and its altitude, so nothing about this trip is a surprise on the road.

  1. 1

    Day 1 — Islamabad to Naran

    Islamabad → Mansehra → Balakot → Kaghan → Naran

    Drivingabout 8 hours
    Altitude500 m → 2,409 m
    MealsDinner
    StayHotel Lalazar, Naran

    A 6:00 AM departure through Mansehra and Balakot, then up the Kaghan valley beside the Kunhar. We reach Naran in the afternoon, with the evening free on the bazaar.

  2. 2

    Day 2 — Saif-ul-Malook and Shogran

    Naran → Saif-ul-Malook → Naran → Shogran

    Drivingabout 4 hours plus jeep
    Altitudeup to 3,224 m
    MealsBreakfast, Dinner
    StayHotel Pine Park, Shogran

    Jeeps up the 9 km track to Saif-ul-Malook in the morning — the track is rough and the lake is worth it. After lunch we drive down to Shogran and take jeeps up to the Siri Paye meadows for the evening.

    Note Both Saif-ul-Malook and Siri Paye are jeep-only. Both jeeps are included in your price.

  3. 3

    Day 3 — Shogran to Islamabad

    Shogran → Balakot → Mansehra → Islamabad

    Drivingabout 6 hours
    MealsBreakfast
    Stay—

    A morning in Shogran's pine forest, then the drive home with a lunch stop in Mansehra. Arrival in Islamabad by early evening.

What is and is not included

Included

  • Air-conditioned coaster from Islamabad, maximum 20 passengers
  • 4x4 jeeps for Saif-ul-Malook and Siri Paye
  • 2 nights' accommodation as named below
  • 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Tour leader throughout
  • Fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowances
  • First aid kit

Not included

  • All lunches
  • Boating at Saif-ul-Malook
  • Horse riding at Siri Paye
  • Personal shopping and tips

Hotels on this trip

NightsHotelPlaceCategory
Night 1Hotel LalazarNaran3-star, river view
Night 2Hotel Pine ParkShogran3-star

If a named hotel is genuinely unavailable we tell you before departure and move you to a property of the same or better category. We never change it silently.

Upcoming departures

DepartureReturnsSeats leftPrice
Fri 2 Oct 2026Sun 4 Oct8PKR 22,500Book
Fri 9 Oct 2026Sun 11 Oct15PKR 22,500Book
Fri 21 May 2027Sun 23 May20PKR 24,500Book
Fri 4 Jun 2027Sun 6 Jun20PKR 24,500Book

Prices are per person on quad sharing. Seats shown are live at the time of publishing — confirm on WhatsApp before transferring an advance.

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 days enough for Naran?

For Naran and Saif-ul-Malook, yes. For Babusar Top and Lulusar Lake, no — take our 4-day package.

Is the jeep to Saif-ul-Malook included?

Yes, and so is the Siri Paye jeep. Most operators charge these separately at the trailhead. We include them and say so on the page.

When does Naran open?

The road to Naran usually opens in May and stays open to October. Babusar, further up, opens later — around late June.

Is this good for young children?

It is the best starting point we sell. Short drives, no walking required, and you are never more than a few hours from a hospital.

How cold is it?

Naran is 10–20 °C in the day even in July and single digits at night. Saif-ul-Malook at 3,224 m is colder and windy. Bring a jacket whatever the month.

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