*** Trips to Balochistan and most of Sindh are best done between November and March. From April to September it is too hot, especially in the desert areas.
*** Know that itineraries can always change, we try to do our best to see as much as possible.
*** For this trip you need a special permit for the national park, to be arranged two weeks before!
Meaning: you need to book this tour at least two weeks before to get the permit!!
Kirthar National Park, home to the Ranikot fort is a vast national park north of Karachi and is over 3.000 km² big. It consists of dry arid desert landscapes with rocky hills, dry valleys and is home to a large number of animals with the Sindh Ibex one of the most symbolic animals in the park. The park is known for its unique, jaw-dropping landscapes and natural beauty.
Before Pakistan’s independence it was a hunting park, but it was declared a game reserve in 1970 and four years later it became a national park, although this didn’t stop the last leopard being shot in 1977, sadly. The park was once home to striped hyenas and desert wolves, but it is feared they are no longer around. We can still find desert lynx, foxes, jungle cats, jackals, urials, sindh ibex, chikara gazelles, mongooses and others in the park.
It is advised to avoid the period between March and August as temperatures become extreme, although July and August are the greenest because of the rains, treating us with views of blooming flowers and green lush vegetation. October to January is the most comfortable temperature-wise.
On our tour we’ll go on a 4×4, but if you want we can also arrange a motorbike.
On our first day we’ll go to Hub Dam and check out the surrounding area, we’ll eventually go to visit Karchat, located deep in the park. On our second day we’ll also go to see the Ranikot Fort, which is located inside the park. The Ranikot fort is built on the hills in the north-east of the park and is one of the largest forts in the world and with its 10 meter walls made from lime-cut sandstone it’s 26 km in circumference.
Driving on the hilly network of the dirt roads in Kirthar National Park is a true adventure and you need to be prepared for a bumpy road. We’ll make sure to have enough stops to do some short hikes.
We’ll stay for a total of two nights and three days in the park during which we’ll camp, eat simple meals and enjoy a campfire under a billion stars each night! We’ll most likely arrive back in Karachi somewhere around noon/early afternoon.
Included:
– Professional English speaking guide
– All entrance fees
– Private vehicle (not a tour group!)
– Accommodation
– All meals
*** Trips to Balochistan and most of Sindh are best done between November and March. From April to September it is too hot, especially in the desert areas.
Price:
1 person: 1.690 usd
2 persons: 999 usd per person
3 persons: 699 usd per person
4 persons: 589 usd per person
** Single supplement: 100 usd
Please, bring enough clothes, plenty of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, mosquito repellent, towels, swimming clothes and anything else you think you might need.
