Malam Jabba is a breathtaking Hill Station located 42 kilometers west of Saidu Sharif and approximately 300 kilometers northwest of Islamabad, in Swat Valley. Malam Jabba, a famous ski resort & tourist attraction that has become the most popular holiday location in recent years, has welcomed visitors from all over Pakistan with the same passion and zest every year.
It’s a winter tourist destination that provides breathtaking scenery and has a variety of thrilling activities available that people would previously travel to other countries for. And after establishing a five-star hotel named pearl continental on the top of the hill giving a spectacular view of the valley from its rooms and installation of the zipline is also attracts the tourists who are experiencing this thrilling ride of the zipline. Here are the reasons why we think you should visit Malam Jabba on your next holiday.
Malam Jabba is Pakistan’s largest and finest ski resort, with skiers swirling around it every year. The Malam Jabba Ski Resort, which the Samsons Group now owns, has a ski slope of 800 meters and a height of 2804 m (9200 ft) above sea level. During the Taliban’s occupation of Swat, some militants destroyed it. However, now that Swat is free and safe again, the resort has been rebuilt to its former splendor.
Other than skiing, guests may participate in a variety of other activities such as hiking and trekking. Every year a ski championship is also held in which skiers participate from across the world. The government of KPK does support this championship and makes security and other arrangements to make it happen smoothly.
There are two trekking routes close to the resort that provide stunning panoramic views. The Shangla Top is a trek of about 18 kilometers from the facility. With breathtaking views, you may also enjoy a heavenly chairlift ride. Ice skating and ziplining services are also available.
The Swat Valley is chock-full of ancient, important relics from past civilizations that ruled over these areas. Some of them may be found in Malam Jabba as well. Six Buddhist stupas and six monasteries dating back almost 2000 years can be found throughout the vast region of Malam Jabba, which is home to six Buddhist temples.
Pakistan has been exceptionally fortunate when it comes to breathtaking scenery. Malam Jabba is one of the most exciting, action-packed places to take in the magnificent, godly vistas of Hindu Kush. The snow-capped buildings, along with the cold weather and crystal clear streams, and the hospitality of locals, all are a treat for the tourists traveling to this beautiful place.
There are six Buddhist Stupas and almost six Monasteries on the island, as we previously said. All of the stupas and monasteries are open to the public, and you can learn more about Buddhism’s history by going there. In ancient times, all of these locations were owned by Buddhists, who erected stone god sculptures. Near Malam Jabba Resort, there are two hiking trails. One journey goes through the Ghorband Valley and Shangla Top, while the other passes by the Sabonev Valley.
After the construction of the Swat motorway, it has become very comfortable and scenic to travel to Swat. The distance between Malam Jabba and Islamabad is approximately 314 kilometers. So how can you get there? It is determined by the mode of transportation you use.
If you’re driving your automobile there, the new Swat motorway is open for use. In addition, people from Islamabad can utilize the Islamabad-Peshawar road to reach Malam Jabba. The Kernal Sher Khan interchange connects the Swat motorway with the Islamabad-Peshawar highway.
There are many best things to do in Malam Jabba at affordable prices. Some of the Malam Jabba activities as follows:
There is a wide diversity of landscapes, cultures, and social factors in Pakistan. In addition to Samson’s resort Malam Jabba, there are many other tourist attractions. You can go skiing, riding a chairlift, and zip lining. In winter, the best time to visit is during the holiday season. Snow sports such as skiing and snowboarding are available in the winter.
A ski area is not easily accessible in Pakistan, and there are relatively few places that have a short journey to one. The road is good enough to drive a regular car with two-wheel drive on it. However, if easy access can be obtained, visitors should consider taking a 4WD. There are some cracks in the road and it’s under construction, but it’s wide and safe. Nevertheless, please allow a relatively long time for reach due to bad road conditions.
There is a reasonable distance between Mingora and the lake, so a day trip is possible. A number of hotels are on Malam Jabba’s top, but the most impressive hotel is still under construction: the resort. There are plans to make this resort a five-star hotel.
A chair lift takes one to the top point of the mountain, where a walking track is one of the main attractions. You will find simple refreshments available, but there will be no fine dining. A good meal can be taken from Mingora or can be prepared in one of the hotels around.
Although zip lines make more noise than speed, they are extremely popular with young children.
It was beautiful there during summer, but I hope that a winter visit will reveal even more of its beauty. Check the weather before visit this attraction.
Stunning scenery and a beautiful location. The construction of a star-level hotel is currently underway. Several other non-rated good hotels are located nearby. You may need up to two hours to go up from Madian Road. All types of transportation, including normal cars, are accessible in fair weather. When it rains, it is not recommended for cars because of flowing debris, stones, and flooded dips.
There were quite a few bumps in the road, so we had to hire a local car to get there. There are a lot of Toyota Fielder cars in the town; I have no idea why! During our visit to Mallam Jabba, I saw cable cars and we hopped on them. The tickets cost PKR 1500 each. Children are offered rides by some horse riders.
On the mountain top are only makeshift canteens and hiking tracks when you get off the cable car. It was an incredible scene from above with the clouds lower than you. Hiking up on the mountain is also quite rewarding. However, there are no facilities for the elderly or children. In July, the temperature was slightly cooler 25 degrees Celsius.
There are a lot of fun things to do in Malam Jabba Swat Valley. There are great skiing opportunities there. Bring extra warm clothing for changing after your snow fun. Make sure your shoes and clothing are waterproof. Snowy Mountain is a great place for slides, and you can sit on the tyre and take them. The price is very nominal at 1500 PKR per person.
On the mountaintop, you can take the chairlift to the top, and then slip on the tyre to return to the foothills. Having fun is a real treat. You will need to bring your food and drinks since there are no restaurants. It is not a good idea to rent boots from the temporary shops there. Additionally, there are no bathrooms.