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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Naran Valley
Naran is the heart of Kaghan Valley, home to Lake Saif-ul-Malook, glacial rivers, alpine lakes and the high Babusar Pass
- Region
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Altitude
- 2,409 m
- Best time
- Mid-June – September
Weather
Pleasant summers (10–25°C) with chilly nights. Winters are heavy with snow, and roads beyond Naran are usually closed
Naran is a lively mountain town on the Kunhar River in the Kaghan Valley. It is the base for some of Pakistan’s best-loved sights, including the fairytale Lake Saif-ul-Malook (3,224 m) beneath Malika Parbat.
From here you can visit Lulusar Lake, Lalazar, Babusar Top and Dudipatsar Lake, or try white-water rafting on the Kunhar River. Summer brings cool weather, green meadows and a vibrant tourist season
Highlights
- ◆Lake Saif-ul-Malook
- ◆Lulusar Lake
- ◆Babusar Top
- ◆Lalazar Meadows
- ◆Kunhar River rafting
- ◆Dudipatsar Lake trek
How to reach
Drive from Islamabad via Abbottabad, Mansehra, Balakot and Kaghan (about 7–8 hours). The Saif-ul-Malook track is by jeep from Naran
Questions
When does the road to Babusar Top open?
Usually from June to October, depending on snow clearance.
Do I need a jeep for Saif-ul-Malook?
Yes, local jeeps run from Naran, as private cars are generally not suitable for the track.
Is Naran good for families?
Yes. It has plenty of hotels, restaurants and easy-access viewpoints.