Chitral

Qaqlasht Meadows

High meadows above Chitral on Invoice I-89 day 3.

Qaqlasht Meadows quick facts

Height above sea level: 8,200 ft; about 2,500 m
Nearest city: Booni; Just above Booni; about 80 km north of Chitral town (about 2.5–3 hours by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 12°C to 27°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -10°C to 4°C (meadow usually snowbound)

Famous for

A vast plateau above Booni in Upper Chitral that turns green with wildflowers in spring, and hosts the traditional Qaqlasht Festival each spring with polo, folk music and sports.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Qaqlasht Meadows

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 8,200 ft (about 2,500 m)
Nearest city: Booni — Just above Booni; about 80 km north of Chitral town (about 2.5–3 hours by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 12°C to 27°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -10°C to 4°C (meadow usually snowbound)

Famous for: A vast plateau above Booni in Upper Chitral that turns green with wildflowers in spring, and hosts the traditional Qaqlasht Festival each spring with polo, folk music and sports.

Qaqlasht Meadows is day-3 sightseeing on the 9 Days Chitral Kumrat Kalam Tour with Garam Chashma and Chitral Museum.