TRIP OVERVIEW
Uchal marks the harvest in the Kalash valleys, when the wheat and cheese come in and the villages gather for days of ritual, music and dancing.
It is a quieter festival than Chilam Joshi and, for many travellers, the more intimate of the two.
Visits are arranged through families we have known for years, and we travel with a guide who can explain what is happening without intruding on it.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Kalash harvest rituals and offerings
- Traditional music and dancing
- Village life at close quarters
- Small groups, hosted through long-standing local contacts
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport transfers and all ground transport on the itinerary
- Accommodation as listed — hotels on twin-share, camping on trekking days
- All meals on trek and expedition days, breakfast in hotels
- Licensed English-speaking guide and local support crew
- Permits, paperwork, campsite and bridge fees
- Group camping equipment including dining, toilet and shower tents
- Porter support for personal luggage within the stated allowance
- Basic first aid and emergency satellite communication
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights and Pakistan visa
- Travel and high-altitude rescue insurance
- Personal trekking or climbing equipment
- Extra nights in Islamabad and personal expenses
- Tips for guides, cooks and porters
Every trip can be run privately and customised on request. Detailed day-by-day dossiers and pricing are sent with each enquiry.
