Kaghan Valley

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The Kaghan Valley (Urdu: وادی کاغان ‎) is an alpine-climate valley in Mansehra District of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan. The valley is a popular tourist destination for Pakistanis, and the occasional foreigner. The valley has largely rebuilt after the devastating 2005 Kashmir earthquake.

The valley extends 155 kilometers (96 mi), rising from an elevation of 2,134 feet (650 m) to its highest point, the Babusar Pass, at 13,690 feet (4,170 m).

Activities

Trekking and Hill Walking

Kaghan is an excellent destination for trekking and hill walking. There are a number of trekking routes all along the valley. Brief descriptions of some famous trekking routes [1] are given in Annexure-IV. Naran, Shogran and Sharan are ideal base camps for one to two days outings. There are also good opportunities for those interested in more leisurely day trips, hill walking or nature studywalks

River Rafting

River Rafting and kayaking are new sports currently under development along the Kunhar River. As the lifeline of Kaghan Valley, Kunhar River is excellent for rafting. Some sections between Naran are quite technical and suitable only for experienced white water paddlers. Other sections of the river, above Naran and below Balakot, are fun for beginners and are of relatively easy grade. Kunhar River Rafting Enterprise (Pvt) Limited offers basic and advanced training courses in river running during October and April. During June to Aug organizes rafting joy ride for general tourists visiting kaghan valley. contact for activities www.rafting.com.pk.[2]

Jeep Safari

In addition to short duration jeep rides to Sri Paya, Saiful Muluk, Lalazar and Sharan, Kaghan Valley also ideal for thrilling jeep rides from Naran to Babusar Pass and Nori Top. All these places are unique in landscape and their details are given in the Introduction section. While going on a longer duration jeep ride make sure you have selected a good local driver and jeep for a safe journey on the rough roads.[3]

Fishing

Trout fishing[4] is a popular activity in the Kaghan Valley. Fishing for brown and rainbow trout in the crystal clear water of the valley lakes and in the Kunhar River is favorite pastime for many. A fishing permit can be obtained from the Fisheries Department at Shinu or at Naran. Bringing your own angling gear is optional as you can rent equipment from shopkeepers in Naran Bazaar. Use of fishing nets and explosive materials for fishing in rivers and lakes is forbidden.

Fishing is the chief sport in Kaghan. Brown Trout and Mahasher are stocked in pure silvery waters in the upper parts of the valley. The Kunhar river trout is considered to be the best throughout the sub-continent. Fishing licenses are issued by the 'Fisheries Department at Naran' or by the 'Trout Hatchery' at Shinu. Apart from this there are some other private trout fish farms at Kawai (also spelled as Kiwai) and Kahania. Fishing equipment is also available.

'Mountaineering and Rock Climbing Kaghan Valley has a lot of potential for mountaineering and rock climbing. Malika Parbat is highest peak in Kahan Valley which is climbed by European and Pakistani Climbers.[5]

See also

References

  1. http://www.visitkaghan.com/tracking6.html
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  5. http://www.pakistanalpine.com/articles/malika-parbat-first-pakistani-danish-mountaineering-expedition/

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