Chitral

Chitral is the capital of Chitral District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of Pakistan.

How to travel to Chitral

Fly to Chitral

• Chitral Airport IATA Flight Code: CJL PIA operates Flights from Islamabad and Peshawar daily.

By car

It takes about 8 to 10 hours drive from Islamabad to Chitral.

The more popular route by land is from Gilgit - taking 14 hours if all the jeeps on the 5-7 steps of the route are co-ordinated. This route is considered the safest and most scenic.

Another land route is from Peshawar. Jeeps leave Chirtal Mayoon (600 rs) at 4am in Khyber Bazaar and take 14 hours, crossing over the beautiful Lowri Pass. However, this route has sometimes been closed due to fighting, so check on current conditions before planning your journey.

As regards the Kalash Valleys, jeeps are available in the morning and mid afternoon (8o rs or 1000 for 'special taxi') which run via Ayun. Roads to Valley are unmetalled and on one side of the jeep are Hindukush and on the other side is the river. A 200rs toll applies to enter the valleys. Most people only visit central valley Bambore at where there are many hotels & other amenities. Rumbur is less often visited but has a higher proportion of kalash and a greater historical significance to the kalash people (but watch out for the converted Afghan-Kalash at the northern end of the valley who, while not dangerous, are unfriendly to Foreign Muslims and enemies to the kalash as the result of them squatting on kalash lands).

Travel on a Bus in Chitral

When the passes are open, microbuses run from Pershawar to Chitral. The journey takes around 12 hours and crosses the Malakand and Lowari passes. The route is often closed in winter due to snow. Direct buses only run at night. If you travel during the day you will have to switch buses at Dir.

Shared jeeps run from Chitral to Mastuj and Chitral to Khot Valley from where it's feasible to pick up the NATCO bus to Gilgit. This will require a night in Mastuj.

What to See

• Kalasha Valleys - home to the waning and fascinating Kalasha people.
• Tirich Mir, at 7708 m the highest mountain in the region

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Chitral

• Fishing
• Sightseeing

Kalash Festivals

The Kalash are a tribe with a long history, who have a religion and culture of their own. The Kalash are famous for their festivals. Locally brewed mulberry is drunk in copious quantities. The Kalash people celebrate three main festivals in a year.

• Joshio Chilmjusht (14-15 May)

Organized to pay thanks to the Almighty on the arrival of spring season.

• Uchao O Utchal (19-20 August)

To pay homage to Almighty because of grapes and other ripe fruit. They prepare none-alcoholic drinks, Cheese, corn, etc.

• Choimusk (7th to 22nd December)

A winter festival celebrated to welcome the New Year. It is celebrated by feasting, drinking, merry making and giving thanks to God. Winter is full of snow, rain and cold wind. People rejoice with none-alcoholic drinks, fruit, assemble for dancing, singing and enjoy every event and moment.

Halal Restaurants

Please be informed that on some destination such as Chitral we had no local Muslim/a that has researched some of the area. If you are a Muslim/a and have been to Chitral or would like to maintain the eHalal Guide to Chitral, please contact us at guides@ehalal.io or email us your updates.

• Free Food | In Nisar village there are a lot of grapes, dry fruits and corn trees. So you can eat them directly.

• Wine | In this valley every house prepares a made up of dry fruit, salt, oil, wet wheat and grapes that is drunk in the winter season.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Chitral

Chitral - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Chitral, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Chitral. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Chitral and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Chitral. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Chitral. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Chitral, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Chitral, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Chitral without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Chitral is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Chitral.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Hindukush Heights ☎ +92 943 413151, +92 943 413152, +92 344 97 00 800, +92 300 85 21 887 +92 943 413153 - Not preferred for local residents as it is the most expensive hotel in the Chitral area. It is mostly visited by foreigners. Though it is very beautiful and luxurious with a stepped construction, it offers the same views as other hotels in the Chitral region.

• Terichmir View Hotel, Shahi Masjid Rd. Situated on the bank of the Kunar, Chitral River. Has nice lodging and a beautiful view of the city at the footstep of Terichmir Mountain.
• Mountain Inn. Situated in the bazaar, this hotel has a beautiful apple orchard and nice rooms that are relatively affordable. Does not offer much view, but if you are in Chitral for work or plan on travelling all day, thit is a good place to stay.
• Barakai, Near AKRSP office and WWF field office. Thit is a very secluded hotel, if you want your privacy. Recently built (as of 2022), with new furnishings.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Chitral

• Gilgit - jeep rides are feasible via the Shandur Pass

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