Discover Baluchistan

Baluchistan is the largest province of Pakistan in terms of land in the country. Besides being blessed with nature’s bounty of mineral resources, it also has immense natural beauty. There are a number of valleys brimming with wildlife and natural marvels. Mountains, plateaus, an oasis, deserts, waterfalls, etc. Baluchistan is home to beautiful places like Kanrach Valley – a land of waterfalls, Hingol National Park, Moola Chatok – a hidden paradise for adventurers, Kund Malir is one of the many crystal-clear water beaches dotting Makran Coastal Highway, Gaddani Beach, Gwadar is one of the major trading ports of Pakistan, and Ziarat that will fascinate any visitor or traveler. Bolan Pass is among the most famous mountain passes in Pakistan, which runs through the Toba Kakar range. It is often referred to as the southern counterpart of Khyber Pass. Both of these passes served as two of the most important trade routes in the Indian subcontinent. Due to its strategic location traders, and nomadic tribes used it as a gateway to enter South Asia. A trip to Baluchistan is a perfect option for those who want to enjoy nature and its rustic beauty.

Trip Highlights

TripCode:	ATP-UNB-01
Route:	Karachi-Gaddani Ship breaking- Damb Mangrove Forest- Kund Malir Beach- Hingol National Park- Princes of Hope- Ormara Beach-Gwadar-Jiwani Beach-Khuzdar-Quetta
BestTime:	October to March
Duration:	11 days/11 nights (shorter & longer trip itineraries available)

Day To Day Itinerary

Day	Visiting Location	Overnight
01	Karachi	Arrival Karachi. Full day tour of Karachi the financial capital of Pakistan. National Museum- Showcases a complete vista of Pakistan’s cultural Heritage from the Stone Age till the birth of Pakistan. Frere Hall – old town hall and homes a library and Sadequain Art Gallery Mohatta Palace- a luxurious summer house of Mohatta family lived till 1947 Tuba Mosque- A flat dome structured mosque also known as Gol Masjid Quaid -e-Azam tomb (Mazar-e-Quaid) Merewether Clock Tower- built during the Victorian era Note: Visit of all above sights is subject to the time spent on each site.
02	Karachi-Kund Malir	Karachi-Gadani: 48 kms/1 hour drive Gadani-Damb: 58 kms/ 1 hour drive Damb-Kund malir: 174 kms/2 hours’ drive After breakfast departure from Karachi. Visit Gadani ship breaking yard, visit Damb to see the mangrove forest & dolphins by boat (2 hours). Drive to Kund Malir Beach. Overnight in Kund Malir. KEY ATTRACTIONS Gadani ship breaking yard Damb beach and fishermen village Mangrove Forest and Dolphins Drive along the Koh-e-Sulaiman (Sulaiman Mountain range)
03	Kund Malir -Hingol National Park-Ormara	Kund Malir- Ormara: 110 kms/2 hours’ drive Full day to explore the Hingol National Park including the Princes of Hope and other formations in the wilderness. Overnight stay at Ormara beach. KEY ATTRACTIONS Hingol National Park- the largest national park in Pakistan Princes of Hope Mud formations Afternoon/evening walk along Ormara Beach
04	Ormara-Gwardar	Ormara Beach-Gwadar: 278 kms/3.5 hours’ drive Morning walk along Ormara beach and drive to Gwadar. Explore Gwadar old town and cricket stadium. Overnight in Gwadar KEY ATTRACTIONS Gwadar Town Gwadar Cricket Stadium
05	Gwadar – Jiwani Beach-Ormara	Gwadar-Ganz: 60 kms/1.5 hours’ drive Ganz-Jiwani Beach: 17 kms/ 30 minutes’ drive Jiwani Beach- Ormara: 345 kms/4.5 hours’ drive In the morning drive to Jiwani beach. On the way visit Ganz and Victoria Hut. Drive back to Ormara for overnight stay. KEY ATTRACTIONS Naturally carved sphinx Ganz beach Victoria hut (subject to permission) Jiwani Beach
06	Ormara – Uthal	Ormara- Uthal: 260 kms/3.5 hours’ drive (excluding time to visit Mud volcanos) Drive from Ormara to Uthal. En-route visit the Chandragup mud volcanos. Overnight in Uthal town. KEY ATTRACTIONS Chandragup mud volcanos
07	Uthal – Khuzdar	Uthal – Gondrani Caves: 85 kms/1.5 hours’ drive Gondrani- Khuzdar: 200 kms/3 hours’ drive Drive to Khuzdar from Uthal visiting the antient archaeological Gondrani caves on the way. Overnight in Khuzdar. KEY ATTRACTIONS Gondrani Caves also known as Shahr-e-Roghan, Puraney Gar and House of spirit ect.
08	Khuzdar- Quetta	Khuzdar- Kalat: 165 kms/2 hours’ drive Qalat- Quetta: 140 kms/2 hours’ drive Drive from Khuzdar to Quetta visiting Meeri Fort in Kalat. Overnight in Quetta. KEY ATTRACTIONS Meeri Fort Kalat
09	Quetta -Bolan Pass-Quetta	Quetta- Bolan Pass: 116 kms/3-4 hours by train Day trip to Bolan Pass by train and drive back to Quetta. Overnight in Quetta KEY ATTRACTIONS Bolan Pass- an historic trade route, a natural gateway and through the Central Brahui Range Take breathtaking train journey which drops up to 1000 meters
10	Quetta -Karachi	Half day tour of Quetta. Afternoon flight to Karachi or overnight stay in Quetta to the return international flight KEY ATTRACTIONS Quetta Bazaar
11	Departure	Final departure from Quetta or Karachi.

Standard Itinerary

(Shorter & Longer Itineraries Available)

DAY 1: KARACHI

Upon arrival at Jinnah International Airport Karachi, transfer to the hotel.
Explore Karachi, the financial capital of Pakistan and its vibrant cultural heritage. Today’s attractions include:
National Museum
Frere Hall
Mohatta Palace
Tuba Mosque (Gol Masjid)
Merewether Clock Tower
Quaid-e-Azam Tomb (Mazar-e-Quaid)

DAY 2: KARACHI-KUND MALIR

Karachi-Gadani: 48 kms/1 hour drive
Gadani-Damb: 58 kms/1 hour drive
Damb-Kund Malir: 174 kms/2 hours’ drive
Visit Gadani ship breaking yard.
Visit Damb fishing town and see the mangrove forest & dolphins by boat.
Drive to Kund Malir Beach for overnight stay.

DAY 3: KUND MALIR -HINGOL NATIONAL PARK-ORMARA

Kund Malir- Ormara: 110 kms/2 hours’ drive
Explore Hingol National Park including Princes of Hope and mud formations.
Overnight stay at Ormara beach.

DAY 4: ORMARA-GWADAR

Ormara-Gwadar: 278 kms/3.5 hours’ drive
Explore Gwadar, including the old town and cricket stadium.
Overnight stay in Gwadar.

DAY 5: GWADAR – JIWANI BEACH-ORMARA

Gwadar-Ganz: 60 kms/1.5 hours’ drive
Ganz-Jiwani Beach: 17 kms/30 minutes’ drive
Jiwani Beach- Ormara: 345 kms/4.5 hours’ drive
Visit Ganz and Victoria Hut.
Conclude the day at Jiwani Beach.
Overnight stay at Ormara.

DAY 6: ORMARA – UTHAL

Ormara-Uthal: 260 kms/3.5 hours’ drive (excluding time to visit Mud volcanoes)
Visit the Chandragup mud volcanoes and Hinglaj Mata Mandir.
Overnight stay in Uthal.

DAY 7: UTHAL – KHUZDAR

Uthal-Gondrani Caves: 85 kms/1.5 hours’ drive
Gondrani-Khuzdar: 200 kms/3 hours’ drive
Visit the Gondrani caves on the way.
Overnight stay in Khuzdar.

DAY 8: KHUZDAR- QUETTA

Khuzdar-Kalat: 85 kms/1.5 hours’ drive
Kalat-Quetta: 155 kms/3 hours’ drive
Visit the Kalat Fort.
Arrive in Quetta and overnight stay.

DAY 9: QUETTA – BOLAN PASS – QUETTA

Quetta- Bolan Pass: 116 kms/3-4 hours by train
Day trip to Bolan Pass by train and drive back to Quetta, enjoying breathtaking views and historical significance.
Overnight in Quetta.
Today’s attractions/places of interest include:
- Bolan Pass: A historic trade route, a natural gateway through the Central Brahui Range.
- Train Journey: Take a spectacular train journey which drops up to 1000 meters.

DAY 10: QUETTA – KARACHI

Delve into the vibrant culture of Quetta with a half-day tour, exploring the lively Quetta Bazaar.
If your international departure flight is from Quetta, spend another night here. If your international flight is from Karachi, take an Afternoon flight to Karachi for overnight stay.
Today’s attractions/places of interest include:
- Quetta Bazaar: Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Quetta Bazaar, a vibrant marketplace reflecting the city’s cultural diversity.

DAY 11: DEPARTURE

Final departure from Quetta or Karachi.
Bid farewell to Pakistan, concluding your journey in either Quetta or Karachi, with memories of diverse landscapes, rich history, and cultural encounters.