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KPK
Kalam
2,000 m66 trips available
Best time
April – October
Trip cost
PKR 400 – 616,000
Typical length
2 – 22 days
How to reach
Located 100 km from Mingora in Swat Valley. Accessible by road from Mingora (2.5 hrs). From Islamabad, drive to Mingora first (3–4 hrs), then to Kalam. Regular vans ply the route.
Kalam is a valley located in the Swat Kohistan region of Upper Swat District in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It is the site where the Swat River forms as a result of the confluence of two major tributaries, the Gabral and Ushu rivers. Kalam valley is predominantly inhabited by Gawri people.
Trips to Kalam
66 trips · from PKR 400
USD 400USD 4,001
Andarab Lake Tour Kalam Swat | 2026-27
Apricot Tours3D / 2Nfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 112,000
Price on request
Trip to Swat and Kalam (4 days)
Exploria4D / 3Nfrom islamabad
≈ PKR 182,000
Price on request
Swat and Kalam Valley Tour (5 Days)
Exploria5 Daysfrom Gilgit
≈ $21
Price on request
5 Days Swat Kalam Valley Trip Package
Nature Adventure Club5 Daysfrom Karachi
≈ $23
Price on request
4 Days Swat Kalam Family Holiday Package
Nature Adventure Club4 Daysfrom Karachi
≈ $23
Price on request
5 Days Swat Honeymoon Vacation Package
Nature Adventure Club5 Daysfrom Karachi
≈ $23
PKR 6,500
4 Days Swat Kalam Couple Tour Package
Nature Adventure Club4 Daysfrom Karachi
≈ $23
Price on request
3 Days Swat Malam Jabba Travel Package
Nature Adventure Club3 Daysfrom Karachi
≈ $23
Price on request
Laspur to Mahodand via Katchi Khani Pass | 2026-27
Apricot Tours9D / 8Nfrom islamabad
≈ $29
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Kalam?
Located 100 km from Mingora in Swat Valley. Accessible by road from Mingora (2.5 hrs). From Islamabad, drive to Mingora first (3–4 hrs), then to Kalam. Regular vans ply the route.
What is the best time to visit Kalam?
The best months to visit Kalam are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. During these months the weather is most favourable for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Do I need a permit to visit Kalam?
No special permit is required for most visitors to this destination. Some high-altitude trekking routes nearby may need an NOC — your tour agency will arrange this if applicable.
Is Kalam safe for foreign tourists?
Kalam is considered safe and welcoming for tourists. Pakistan's northern regions have seen a significant tourism boom and locals are well accustomed to visitors. Standard travel precautions apply — follow your guide's advice on weather and trail conditions.
Good to know
Permit
No special permit is required for most visitors to this destination. Some high-altitude trekking routes nearby may need an NOC — your tour agency will arrange this if applicable.
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