White Water Rafting
The rivers of Pakistan are spread like a net through its length and breadth. Right from the heights of the Karakorams, the Himalayas and the Hindukush, Pakistani’s rivers change their courses and flows until they all meet the mighty Indus, at different points, which ultimately falls into the Arabian Sea. These rivers are ideal for all types of water sports like rafting, canoeing, boating and sailing. Following rivers in the Northern Pakistan, are open for water sports, besides the Indus, the Ravi and the Chenab in NWFP, Punjab and Sindh Provinces;
- Indus (from Jaglot to Thakot)
- Kunhar (from Naran to Kaghan)
- Swat(from Bahrain to Saidu Sharif)
- Pankora (from Dir to Batkhela)
- Hunza (from Aliabad to Gilgit)
Rock Climbing
Pakistan is well known for high altitude climbing but not many people come for Rock climbing. Pakistan in fact has equal opportunity for Rock climbing as well. The Trango Towers in Baltoro area are well known all over the world. Besides Trango Towers, Kondus valley in Khuplu area is a paradise for rock climbers. There are numerous untouched rock faces in the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindukush ranges of Pakistan which are ideal for rock climbers.
Shandur Polo Festival
Highlights of the Festival
Passion for Polo will be the highest on the world's highest Polo ground. Shandur invites visitors to experience a traditional polo tournament between the teams of Chitral and during the 2nd week of July. The tournament is held on Shandur Pass, the highest polo ground in the world at 3,700 meters. The festival will also include folk music and dancing and a camping village is set up.
Background
Polo is an equestrian sport with its origin embedded in Central Asia dating back to 6th century BC. At first it was a training game for cavalry units for the King's guards or other elite troops. To the war like tribesmen who played polo with as many as 100 players to a side, it was a miniature battle. It became a Persian national game in the 6th century AD. From Persia, the game spread to Arabia, then to Tibet, China and Japan. In China, in the year 910, death of a favorite relative in a game prompted Emperor Apao-Chi to order beheading of all players!Polo was introduced in South Asia, by the Muslim conquerors in the 13th century. English word 'Polo" is a Balti word meaning, 'ball'. Now a days, there are six players to a side, but this is by no means a rule in local polo games. There was no limit to the number of players and no time limit. Whichever team scored nine goals first, was the winner. The present game with a team of six players in a side, lasts one hour with a ten minute break.
Gilgit, Chitral and Skardu have always played the game of polo closest to its original form. In the past, local Rajas, Mirs and Mehtars were the patrons of the game. At times, more than 50% of the annual budget of their principalities would be spent on supporting thegame. 
Shandur Polo Tournament:
The first time a polo tournament took place at the Shandur Pass, was in 1936. A British Political Agent, Major Cobb, who was fond of playing polo under a full moon, had the polo ground near Shandur, named. 'Moony Polo Ground'.The most exciting polo tournament of the entire Northern Pakistan, is played on top of Shandur Pass, around 3,700 meters above sea level. It is a place unique and exotic in itself, surrounded by some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world. The event marks the annual rivalry between the polo teams of Gilgit and Chitral. The Polo tournament has some added attractions for the visitors; trout fishing at the nearby streams and lakes and a festival of folk dances and music of the Northern Pakistan.
The highlight of the festival is the final match between the Gilgit and Chitral teams. The final provides a most colorful spectacle. Supporters of both sides travel long distances from the remote parts of Chitral and Gilgit, to watch the thrilling game. The event, as such, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the people of this region. Their culture and indigenous customs are a delight to behold for the visitors.
Festival Information
It is advisable to be there one day in advance to enjoy all the offerings of the festival. Activities at Shandur includes dance and music performances by different groups, trout fishing, mountaineering, trekking, hiking and of course, horse riding. Crystal clear lakes, snow covered mountains, alpine flowers and vast stretches of green grass, are added attractions.
Facilities
A tourist tent village with restaurant facilities is sprung up during the tournament. Merchants from Peshawar, Chitral and Gilgit set up souvenir and folk craft shops. The tournament offers visitors and opportunity to mix with the locals.
How to reach?
The Shandur Pass lies almost midway between Chitral and Gilgit on a jeep road, travelling on which, is adventurous, to say the least. The distance from either side is 170 kms. One can get to Chitral or Gilgit by Pakistan International's daily F27 Fokker planes form Peshawar and Islamabad. There are daily two flights from both destinations, subject to good weather. Visitors planning to go by air must expect adjustment of minimum 02 days in their itineraries just in case the weather does not permit flights to operate.Access to Chitral by road is either from Peshawar or from Islamabad. Both these routes join up in lower Swat valley near Chakdara, from where you proceed via Dir over 3200 meters high Lowari Pass and on to Chitral. It will take about 11 hours for a direct ride, otherwise, a stopover in Dir is recommended. From Dir, you shift to 4x4 jeeps for your onward journey to Chitral and on to Shandur. From Chitral side, travelers can also enjoy overnight stay at Mastuj whereas from Gilgit side, Gupis is a suitable place.
Travelling by road from Islamabad, on the Karakoram Highway (the Silk Route), visitors can stop at halfway for overnight stay along the mighty Indus, at Besham.
Accommodation
For visitors to Shandur, Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) has set up its new motels with all facilities like, attached toilet/bathroom, hot/cold water, restaurant etc, at Panah Kot (Dir), Chitral, Bamburet (Kalash Valley), Besham (KKH), Barseen (KKH) and Gilgit, besides some private hotels. On the Pass, a tent village with all facilities is set up.
Golfer’s Paradise
Rawalpindi Golf Course:
It is Eighteen (18) holes, challenging course. Major tournaments of the country are organized by the Rawalpindi Golf Club, located near Ayub National Park on G.T. Road, Rawalpindi. It has one of the most beautiful surroundings.Islamabad Golf Course:
It is an 18 hole course with a picturesque background, having grass and water channels around the fair-ways as well as around the greens, and the golfer has really got to be careful in playing his shots.
Kabal (Swat) Golf Course:
It is an 18 hole course with a picturesque background. This is an old golf course, constructed by the Wali of Swat for recreation during holidays in the valley.Bhurban Golf Course:
This golf course is located at a distance of about 15 Km from Murree Hills. It is a 9 hole course at a height of 6000 ft. above sea level, with a picturesque background. It is one of the most challenging courses with small hills erected around. Major tournaments of the country are held here.
Lahore Golf Course:
It is an 18 hole very well maintained course. Most of the major tournaments of the country are held here. Leading professional golfers belong to this Golf Club.Karachi Golf Course:
Golf as a game is being taken up enthusiastically in Karachi. The fact that so many excellent golf courses have been built in different parts of the city demonstrates the popularity the game enjoys.
Arabian Sea Country Club:
This club consisting of Golf and Swimming Pool Complex is set amidst scenic and picturesque surroundings. It’s specially designed 18-hole golf course is rated among the best golf courses available in the country.Karachi Golf Club:
Karachi Golf Club is the oldest golf club of Karachi and has played a pivotal role in popularizing the game of golf. The original Golf Club started as a subsidiary of Sindh Club in 1888 and within three years had become an independent entity. Through a concerted effort the entire course was turfed, landscaped and planted with trees, providing the largest green area in greenery-starved city of Karachi. Presently, the 27-hole golf course is spread over 250 acres of land and is the only one of its kind in Pakistan.
Other Golf Courses:
Includes 18-hole golf courses of Carlton Hotel, off Zulifqar Street 1, Defence VIII and Dreamworld Family Resort, adjacent to Gulshan-e-Maymar, off Super Highway.Peshawar Golf Course:
It is an 18 hole course with a picturesque background having grass and water channels around the fair-ways as well as around the greens, and the Golfer has really got to be careful in planning his shots.
Shandur Golf Course:
The highest golf ground in the world is located at 13000 ft. This course is infrequently used and is maintained by the Chitral Scouts.
Wild Boar Hunting (Cheechawatni)
- Day 1: Arrive Islamabad, and transfer to hotel, night at Rawalpindi/Islamabad.
- Day 2: Leave for Cheechawatni and spend night at Canal Rest House Cheechawatni.
- Day 3: Full day hunting around Cheechawatni and night in Rest House.
- Day 4: Full day hunting around Cheechawatni and night in Rest House.
- Day 5: Leave for Kamalia and stay in Canal Rest House.
- Day 6: Full day hunting around Kamalia and night in Rest House.
- Day 7: Drive back to Islamabad and spend night in hotel.
- Day 8: Fly back home.
Wild Boar Hunting (Khushab)
- Day 1 Arrive in Islamabad. Received at Airport and transfer the group to hotel for breakfast and short rest. After breakfast leave for Khushab by Coach, (4-5 hrs drive). Overnight stay in Canal Rest House Khushab.
- Day 2: Whole day hunting in Khushab Jungle with dogs and beaters. Over night stay.
- Day 3: Whole day hunting.
- Day 4: Whole day hunting.
- Day 5: Whole day hunting.
- Day 6: Hunting till lunch time after lunch leave for Rawalpindi over night stay in hotel in Rawalpindi.
- Day 7: Morning leave for home.
Mountain Biking
- Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad. You will be met at the airport and transported to your designated hotel along with your luggage.
- Day 2: Travel by coach to Mansehra. Overnight stay in hotel at Mansehra.
- Day 3: Bike trip (50 km) Mansehra to Balakot. Night in hotel at Balakot.
- Day 4: Bike trip (30 km) Balakot to Shogran. Night in hotel Shogran.
- Day 5: Bike trip to (40 Km) Shogran to Kaghan.
- Day 6: Bike trip (26 Km) Kaghan to Naran.
- Day 7: Trip to Lake Saif-ul-Muluk, hiking or biking (25 km). Night in hotel at Naran.
- Day 8: Bike trip (30 Km). Naran to Burawai. Camping at riverside.
- Day 9: Bike trip (25 km), Burawai to Lake Lulusar. Camping at riverside.
- Day 10: Bike trip (30 Km), Lake Lulusar to Babusar Pass and downhill to Babusar village. Camping by rest house.
- Day 11: Bike trip (40 km). Babusar village to Chilas. Night in hotel at Chilas.
- Day 12: Transfer by Coach via Karakoram Highway to Karimabad, Hunza. Overnight stay in hotel at Karimabad.
- Day 13: Leisure day at Karimabad.
- Day 14: Bike trip (11 Km) Karimabad to Gilgit. Overnight stay in hotel at Gilgit.
- Day 15: Transfer by Coach via Karakoram Highway to Raikot Bridge. Trip to Fairy Meadows, Hiking or biking (21 Km). Camping in Fairy Meadows.
- Day 16: Leisure day. Camping in Fairy Meadows.
- Day 17: Downhill from Fairy Meadows hiking or biking to Raikot Bridge (21 Km). Transfer by Coach via Karakoram Highway to Barseen. Overnight stay in Barseen.
- Day 18: Transfer by Coach at Karakoram Highway from Barseen to Rawalpindi. Overnight stay in hotel at Rawalpindi.
- Day 19: Sightseeing of Islamabad/Rawalpindi. Overnight stay in hotel at Rawalpindi.
- Day 20: You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for your destination flight.
Angling
Trout Treat – (Phander Lake) - Skardu
- Day 1: Arrival at Rawalpindi. Check in hotel afternoon city tour of Islamabad/Rawalpindi (if arrival in the morning).
- Day 2: Departure by coach to Balakot. Lunch at Balakot. Transfer by jeeps to Naran, which is the heart of Kaghan valley. Check in hotel in Naran.
- Day 3: Full day tour fishing in Kaghan River with packed lunches and trout cooked on location for group. Overnight stay in hotel in Naran.
- Day 4: Full day trout fishing at Saif-ul-Muluk lake with packed lunches. Overnight in Naran.
- Day 5: Full day trout fishing on the Kaghan river at different locations. Overnight in Naran.
- Day 6: Departure for Balakot in the morning. Lunch at Balakot. From Balakot group departs by coach to Besham. Overnight in Besham.
- Day 7: Departure by coach to Gilgit. Overnight in hotel at Gilgit.
- Day 8 Departure to Phander Lake. Overnight Rest House/Camp.
- Day 9 & 10: Fishing at lake and neighboring streams. Overnight Rest House/Camp.
- Day 11: Departure for Gilgit. overnight in hotel at Gilgit.
- Day 12: Full day sight seeing of Hunza upto Gulmit. Overnight stay in Gilgit.
- Day 13: Departure for Skardu. Check in hotel at Skardu for overnight. Afternoon trip to Satpara lake for fishing.
- Day 14: Full day fishing at Satpara lake with packed lunches.
- Day 15: Full day fishing at Sukh Nallah and Kachura lake with packed lunches. Overnight in Skardu.
- Day 16: Fly to Rawalpindi. Sightseeing tour of city. Evening, end of tour – fly to next destination, or if no flight available overnight in hotel at Rawalpindi.
- Day 17: Early morning departure for home destination.
