Uchal is a traditional festival celebrated by the Kalash people in the remote valleys of Chitral, Pakistan. The festival is a vibrant celebration of spring, during which the Kalash people express their gratitude for the bounty of nature and pray for a prosperous year ahead.
Hunza Explorers is a well-known travel company in Pakistan that specializes in organizing tours and expeditions to remote and off-the-beaten-path destinations, including the Kalash valleys. They offer unique and immersive experiences for travelers who want to learn about the local culture and traditions, including participating in the Uchal festival.
During the festival, Hunza Explorers provides an opportunity for travelers to witness and participate in the traditional dance, music, and rituals of the Kalash people, while also providing a comfortable and safe travel experience. This can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for travelers to immerse themselves in the unique culture of the Kalash people and witness a celebration that has been passed down through generations.
Itinerary:
Day 01: (18 Aug) Islamabad
Arrival at the airport in Islamabad, our guide and driver will meet you upon your arrival at the airport, after meeting and greetings drive to the hotel in Islamabad.
Day 02: (19 Aug) Islamabad – Chitral
Drive to Chitral via Lawari Pass (3118m), our today’s journey will be 10 hours’ drive, today we will cross some small towns and pasthon villages like Lower Dir, upper Dir, arrive in Chitral and transfer to the hotel
Day 03: (20 Aug) Chitral – Bumburat (Kalash)
Departure for Kalash valley, the 3 hours’ drive to Kalash village will be through the most interesting narrow jeep track, arrive and transfer to the hotel
Day 04 – 05: (21/22 Aug) Bumburat/Rumbor (Kalash)
Enjoy the Uchal festival in Bumburat and Rumbor village in Kalash valley
Day 06: (23 Aug) Kalash – Chitral
Drive back to Chitral, arrive and transfer to the hotel
Day 07: (24 Aug) Chitral – Islamabad
Drive back to Islamabad, arrive and transfer to the hotel
Day 08: (25 Aug) Fly to destination
explore the twin city and in the evening drive to the airport and fly to destination.
