Swat

Swat Motorway Tunnels

Tunnel stretches on the Swat Motorway corridor.

Swat Motorway Tunnels quick facts

Height above sea level: 2,800 ft; about 850 m
Nearest city: Chakdara; About 15–20 km south of Chakdara near Zalam Kot, Malakand (about 15 minutes on the motorway)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 23°C to 38°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 3°C to 17°C

Famous for

Three twin-tube tunnels (1,266 m, 271 m and 324 m) through the Malakand hills, led by the Zalam Kot tunnel. Built by FWO and inaugurated in March 2021, they replace the winding Malakand Pass road.

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

About Swat Motorway Tunnels

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 2,800 ft (about 850 m)
Nearest city: Chakdara — About 15–20 km south of Chakdara near Zalam Kot, Malakand (about 15 minutes on the motorway)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 23°C to 38°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 3°C to 17°C

Famous for: Three twin-tube tunnels (1,266 m, 271 m and 324 m) through the Malakand hills, led by the Zalam Kot tunnel. Built by FWO and inaugurated in March 2021, they replace the winding Malakand Pass road.

Swat Motorway tunnels are a scenic drive highlight en route to Kalam.