1-Day Malam Jabba Tour from Rawalpindi & Islamabad
A full-day trip to Malam Jabba in Swat via the Swat Expressway, with chairlift, zipline and pine-forest views.
- Duration
- 1 days
- Departs from
- Islamabad
- Difficulty
- easy
- Max altitude
- 2,804 m
- Travel style
- Group or private
Visit Malam Jabba, the famous hill resort of Swat, in a single long day. The fast Swat Expressway takes you from Rawalpindi and Islamabad to Mingora, followed by a scenic climb to the resort. Enjoy the chairlift, zipline and viewpoints, and in winter, snow and skiing. This is a long day with an early start and a late return, so it suits groups who enjoy road trips.
Day-by-day itinerary
1Rawalpindi/Islamabad → Swat Expressway → Malam Jabba → Return▼
Depart around 4:00 to 5:00 am and drive via the Motorway and Swat Expressway to Mingora, then climb to Malam Jabba (about 5 to 6 hours in total). Enjoy the viewpoints, chairlift and zipline, and have lunch or tea. Begin the drive back in the afternoon and arrive in Rawalpindi and Islamabad late at night.
Overnight: None (day trip)
Included
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Photography during the tour
- ✓Return transport from Rawalpindi and Islamabad
- ✓Experienced driver
- ✓Tour coordinator
Not included
- ✕Lunch and Drinks
- ✕Chairlift, zipline and ski tickets
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Delays caused by weather or road conditions
Questions
Is Malam Jabba possible in one day?
Yes, with a very early start. It is a long day, and a 2-day option with a night in Swat is available on request.
Is the chairlift included?
No, tickets are paid on site.
When is the best time to go?
December to February for snow, and April to October for green scenery.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes, but young children and elders may find the long drive tiring