Naran Kaghan – All the Must-See and Visit places

Naran Kaghan is the most loved and visited place in Pakistan. And without a doubt is the most peaceful place on earth. The Kaghan region has some of the most beautiful lakes including Saif ul Muluk Lake, mountains, hilly areas, Meadows, rivers and streams, and the most amazing Lulusar- Dudipatsar National Park.

Apart from having natural beauty, the region is easily accessible during summer from the Babusar Pass road, has many comfortable places for stay and yummy eateries. All you need to do is pack your bags and take a road trip to Naran and Kaghan valleys.

Kaghan Valley is located in the Mansehra District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Naran is the most popular town in Kaghan Valley. Naran is surrounded by lush green mountains and has chilly cold weather during summers. Most people like to stop at Naran before exploring other areas of the Kaghan valley. Naran is located in the upper Kaghan Valley. The route to Saif-ul-Muluk is closest to Naran and thus another reason for making it a starting point. From Naran to Babusar top it is less than a 2-hours drive.

Apart from Naran, other towns to stop along the Kunhar river are; Batakundi, Kiwai, Paras, and Besal. These towns are common food stops, starting points for tracks, and parking spots to switch into jeeps for the jeep tracks that go further into the different valleys and meadows.

Kaghan Valley is one of the Best Family Holiday Destination of Pakistan:

The place is undeniably breathtaking and is easily accessible. For families, it is the perfect holiday destination. If you are wondering why here are a few reasons:

• It is safe for families.
• Accommodation in town and hilly areas are clean and affordable.
• You can enjoy the hills, greenery, and peace from your hotel and resorts.
• The road to the main towns is paved and accessible throughout the summers.
• Jeep route takes you to the beautiful meadows and valleys. (if you don’t want to hike)
• Easy to difficult hikes and trek are present around the Kaghan valley.
• Popular tourist locations have most of the facilities available including eateries, shops, dhabas, washrooms, guesthouses, and car/jeep rentals.
• For hikers and trekkers, all the equipment and tents can be hired in the towns along with porters, local guides and horses, or mule.
• Short rides along the Naran road will take you to Lulusar Lake and the Babusar Top.

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Places to Visit in the Naran – Kaghan Region

People know the whole region as Naran – Kaghan. Naran is a town in the Kaghan Valley which is a part of the Mansehra District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. There are many towns and villages along the Kunhar River. The meadows, the pine forest in the hills, and lakes are the major tourist attractions. Here is a list of the most popular touristic spots for you to explore when in Kaghan valley.

Treks in Kaghan valley

Apart from these beautiful locations, you can go for longer and more difficult treks most of which are located in the Kaghan valley or are in the nearby valleys. some of which are:

• Saral Lake Trek
• Besal, KPK to Sharda, AJK Trek (starting at Besal-Saral-Surgan-Sharda)
• Noori Top Trek
• Ansu Lake Trek
• Musa k Musala in Siran Valley
• Manshi Top Sharan Valley

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Naran Kaghan Map

Weather

Since it is a mountainous region, the weather is chilly to cold in the summers. On a sunny day, the weather is warm (not hot) with a cool breeze blowing from the river and lakes while at nights the temperature drops quickly. Nights are chilly to cold. The meadows in the mountains and around the lakes are chilly to very cold.

If you are planning on camping make sure to pack rain jackets and coats. For the valleys, sweaters and light jackets are fine for day time. For the evening and nights pack warm coats, shawls, and sweaters.