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Pakistan: PIA to resume scenic air safari flight to boost tourism

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Islamabad: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is all set to resume its air safari flight to take travellers on a scenic journey with stunning views of the world’s highest mountains and turquoise lakes. The move is aimed at attracting more tourists to the country’s picturesque northern region.

Pakistan’s flag carrier will resume the service on June 12 after two years of suspension due to operational issues. The flight service has been renamed ‘Sadpara Air Safari’ to honour Pakistan’s celebrated mountaineer who tragically lost his life during the K2 winter expedition this year.

PIA in its official statement invited the travellers to be part of “once in a lifetime experience where you will have an excellent view of the world highest snowy mountains” and nature’s magnificence.

From the comfort of an aircraft, the passengers can enjoy the unique experience of being on top of the world and relish the panoramic views of K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, and other mighty towering Nanga Parbat and Gasherbrum peaks, the lush green Deosai plains and the sparkling Saif ul Malook lake.

During the one hour flight, the travellers will enjoy the up-close gorgeous scenes with the pilot narrating the facts about the peaks and the places. The inaugural flight of PIA air safari will fly every Saturday from Islamabad to Skardu and the one-way fare will be Rs25,000 (US$161).

After landing at Skardu Airport, the adventure will continue as the passengers can enjoy complimentary hi-tea at the Shangrila Hotel. The return flight would depart after two hours of arrival.

Pakistan is home to five of the 14 highest peaks (8,000m) in the world. There are more than a hundred peaks that are above 7,000 meters. The country’s scenic northern Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions attract hundreds of tourists from all over the world.

Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) recently issued license to a new private airline ‘North Air’ to promote Pakistan as a global tourist destination.

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KHAPLU, Gilgit-Baltistan: The Pakistan International Airlines launched Sadpara Air Safari on Saturday to benefit the tourism industry in the country’s northern areas by offering passengers a spectacular view of some of the world’s tallest snowy mountains, glaciers and lakes. Named after Pakistan’s iconic high-altitude mountaineer Muhammad Ali Sadpara, who tragically lost his life earlier this year while attempting a winter ascent of K2, the air safari will take tourists from Islamabad to Skardu and charge them a one-way fare of Rs24,000. “Our flight will depart from the Islamabad International Airport and fly over K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum peaks, Deosai Plain and the famous Saif-ul-Malook Lake where every passenger will wonder at the beauty of the air safari from their personal window seat,” said the airline’s official statement. While most flights to Gilgit-Baltistan offer a clear view of the world’s ninth tallest Nanga Parbat mountain, not many people get a glimpse of K2, also known as “Savage Mountain,” which hides in a remote corner of the region. Hundreds of domestic and international tourists have already started visiting Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region in the north after the government eased the COVID-19 restrictions and opened the tourism sector on May 24. “People living abroad usually fear security deficit while planning a trip to Pakistan,” PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafiz Sheikh recently told Arab News over the phone. “Many of them are not aware of the beautiful and scenic locations of the country. Once they experience the air safari and fly over these places, they will surely come back to explore them again.” Sheikh informed that the airline would only sell window seats. “The return flight will depart from Skardu after two hours of arrival,” he continued. “It will be entirely up to our passengers if they want to take the same flight back to Islamabad or prolong their trip to the region to experience more magical moments.” Asghar Ali Porik, who leads the Pakistan Association of Tour Operators, applauded the initiative, saying it would positively impact Pakistan’s image. “Allowing travelers to decide when to get back after experiencing the air safari will also help the residents of Gilgit-Baltistan since they mostly rely on tourism to make a living,” he said. “Like the air safari, the authorities should also start a helicopter service for backpackers in Skardu because that is what most foreigners demand in the area. If the helicopter service is launched, it will also make things easier for international climbers who will be able to reach Concordia, K2’s basecamp, in a short span,” he added.

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Pakistan appoint kirsten, gillespie head coaches for white-ball, test formats.

Former South African batter Gary Kirsten coached Inda to World Cup glory in 2011, number 1 spot in Test format
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced it had roped in Gary Kirsten as the national squad’s new head coach for limited-overs cricket and Jason Gillespie for the Test format, with less than two months to go before the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 kicks off in the West Indies and USA.

Pakistan were without head coaches for both formats of the game after former team director Mickey Arthur and coaches Grant Bradburn and Andrew Puttick were transferred to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore after a change in their portfolios in November 2023.

The trio left their respective positions in January this year, months after Pakistan’s abysmal performance in last year’s 50-over World Cup in India.

“The three appointments have been made for a two-year period following a recruitment process,” the PCB said in a statement, adding that former cricketer Azhar Mahmood has been confirmed as assistant coach in all three formats of the game.

“I extend my congratulations to Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten on their appointments as the red and white-ball head coaches of the Pakistan men’s cricket team, respectively,” PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said at a news conference on Sunday.

“Their stellar track records precede them, and I warmly welcome them to the Pakistan cricket family.”

Kirsten, 56, is a former South African top-order batter who played 101 Test matches and 185 ODIs from 1993-2004 in which he scored a total of 14,087 runs and 34 centuries.

The 56-year-old former South Africa top-order batter played 101 Tests and 185 ODIs from 1993-2004 in which he accumulated a total of 14,087 runs with 34 centuries.

Kirsten coached India from 2008-2011 and helped them win the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2011 title and attain the number one position on the ICC Test Team Rankings.

He also coached South Africa men’s cricket team from 2011-2013 and inspired them to the number one position on the ICC Test Team Rankings.

Kirsten has coached Indian Premier League (IPL) teams Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and is presently the batting coach and mentor of Gujarat Titans, who won the 2022 IPL tournament.

“It’s a tremendous honor to be entrusted with the responsibility of coaching the Pakistan men’s national team in white-ball cricket and to rejoin the international cricket arena after some time,” Kirsten told PCB Digital.

“I eagerly anticipate this opportunity and aim to contribute positively to the Pakistan men’s national team in limited-overs cricket.”

Kirsten will take charge of the side immediately after completing his assignment in the IPL. During his tenure, besides the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 and other bilateral white-ball series, Kirsten will also be in charge of the side for next year’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, ACC T20 Asia Cup 2025 and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

Meanwhile, former Australia fast bowler Gillespie will assume responsibilities for Pakistan’s ICC World Test Championship fixtures against Bangladesh (at home in August), which will be followed by Tests against England (at home in October) and South Africa (away in December) in the 2024-25 season.

“I am grateful to the PCB for their faith in my abilities and giving me the honor of coaching one of the most highly-regarded and talented cricket teams in the traditional format of the sport,” Gillespie told PCB Digital.

“Leading the Pakistan cricket team is a big achievement for any coach, given its rich legacy and passionate fan base.”

Gillespie said he wanted to win Tests for Pakistan, which is why he had taken up the coaching assignment.

“Within Pakistan we have a number of high-quality fast bowlers and being able to utilize them will be a key part of any success we enjoy,” Gillespie said.

“But we have quality in all departments – pace, spin, batting and keeping. We have all bases covered. It is exciting to know we have that talent and I am looking forward to working with such talented players.”

Gillespie, 49, has played 71 Tests, 97 ODIs and 1 T20I from 1996-2006. He has taken a total of 402 wickets and accumulated 1,531 runs. The former pacer was part of the Australia squad that won the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2003 in South Africa.

Gillespie has coached Yorkshire County Cricket Club to back-to-back County Championship titles in 2014 and 2015 and is credited with developing England stars Jonny Bairstow, Gary Ballance and Joe Root during his time with Yorkshire.

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Kp cm directs authorities to remain alert as rains kill 5, injure 8 in two days .

Heavy rains in northwestern Pakistan since Apr. 12 have killed at least 65, injured over 80
KP chief minister asks authorities to submit detailed report on losses suffered due to heavy rains

PESHAWAR: The chief minister of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on Sunday directed authorities to remain alert after heavy rains in the northwestern province killed five and injured eight in the last two days.

At least 65 people have been killed and over 80 injured in KP from rain-related incidents since Apr. 12. Three men and two women were killed in the last two days from rain-related incidents while five children, two men and one woman were reported to be injured, the latest report from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said.

“Fourteen houses in total were damaged due to lightning strikes and from the walls or roofs of the house collapsing,” the report said. “One house was completely destroyed while 13 were damaged.”

The deaths were reported in KP’s Bajaur, Battagram, Mansehra, Buner, Dir Upper and Lower districts, the PDMA said.

“KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur has directed district administrations and other concerned departments to remain alert in view of the upcoming rain spell in the province,” the state-run Radio Pakistan said.

Gandapur asked authorities to submit a detailed report on the losses suffered due to heavy rains in the province.

“The provincial government is with the affected people during this hour of grief,” Gandapur said, according to a statement from his office. “Those affected will not be left alone and they will be offered every help.”

Separately, the PDMA has issued an alert about rains and snowfall in different parts of the province, adding that the current spell of rain will continue in the city till Tuesday.

“The PDMA has advised all the relevant departments to stay alert for restoring road links for traffic in case of closure due to landslides,” Radio Pakistan reported.

“The control room of PDMA is operational round the clock and people can contact by dialing 1700 in case of any emergency.”

A Hindu festival in southwestern Pakistan brings a mountainous region to life

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HINGLAJ, Pakistan: The ascent of steep mud volcanoes marks the start of Hindu pilgrims’ religious rituals in southwestern Pakistan.

They climb hundreds of stairs or clamber over rocks to reach the summit, tossing coconuts and rose petals into the shallow crater while seeking divine permission to visit Hinglaj Mata, an ancient cave temple that is the focus of their three-day worship.

The dramatic surroundings of Hingol National Park in Baluchistan province are the setting for Pakistan’s largest Hindu festival, Hinglaj Yatra, which started on Friday and ends on Sunday. Organizers say more than 100,000 Hindus are expected to participate.

Muslim-majority Pakistan is home to 4.4 million Hindus, just 2.14 percent of the population, and Hinglaj Mata is one of the few Hindu sites that continues to draw large numbers of pilgrims every year from across the country.

Muslims and Hindus generally live peacefully in Pakistan, from where most of the Hindus migrated to India when it was divided by British colonialists in 1947. But there have been attacks on Hindu temples in recent years as relations between the rivals remain tense.

Hindus believe Hinglaj Mata is one the places where the remains of Sati, the goddess of marital felicity and longevity, fell to earth after she ended her life.

Maharaj Gopal, the temple’s most senior cleric, explains why people flock to it.

“It is the most sacred pilgrimage in the Hindu religion,” said Gopal. “Whoever visits the temple and worships accordingly during these three days will have all of their sins forgiven.”

The journeys begin hundreds of kilometers (miles) away, mostly from neighboring Sindh province. Hundreds of packed buses set off from cities like Hyderabad and Karachi, traveling along the Makran Coastal Highway that hugs Pakistan’s south and southwest.

But there’s scant parking and vehicular access to the holy sites, so many pilgrims disembark and complete their travel by walking over parched and rocky terrain, sometimes barefoot and carrying children or luggage.

It’s a few kilometers (miles) from the main road to the mud volcano and then, from there, almost 45 kilometers (25 miles) to Hinglaj Mata.

Winds buffet the desert-like conditions, churning up dust that whips the eyes, nose and mouth. The pilgrims’ festive cheer and brightly colored apparel are a contrast to the arid landscape. Strong gusts distort people’s celebratory cries of “Jai mata di” and “Jai shiv shankar.”

Kanwal Kumar, 28, was visiting the temple for the first time with her husband. “We have yet to conceive a child after six years of marriage, so we are hopeful for help from the goddess,” she said. “We believe that no one returns empty-handed. All wishes are granted by Hinglaj Mata.”

The Hindu festival brings the Pakistani park to life. Hundreds of stalls spring up to sell snacks, drinks, jewelry, and clothing. Vats of hot food are prepared in the open air or thatched huts. Pilgrims purchase coconuts, sweetmeats, flowers, and incense for their ritualistic offerings.

Aloo Kumar, 55, wanted to express her gratitude to Lord Shiva, one of Hinduism’s three most important deities. “He blessed our family with a grandson,” Kumar said, gesturing toward the boy beside her cradling his baby sibling. “We prayed for a grandson during last year’s festival.”

Hinglaj Mata thrums with activity, even after dark. Fairy lights and other decorations adorn the shrine and pilgrims jostle for position in front of it, sometimes holding up babies so the deities can bless them. Stewards urge them to pay their respects and move along.

The park’s Hingol River provides Hindu pilgrims with the opportunity for ritual bathing, like the Ganges in India.

While there is no ban on Hindu worship in Pakistan, openly practicing the faith is not routine as ties between India and Pakistan are broken. Their interactions are riddled with animosity and suspicion after having fought three wars, built up their armies and armed them with nuclear weapons.

Travel restrictions and hostile bureaucracies largely keep people from crossing the border for leisure, study and work, although the countries sometimes make exceptions for religious pilgrimages, usually for India’s Sikhs.

The decades of political hostility present a challenge for the minority Hindu community, as many in Pakistan equate Hindus with India. The reverse exists in India, where Muslims complain of discrimination.

Versimal Divani, the general secretary of Hinglaj Mata, lamented that only Hindus in Pakistan can attend the festival.

“We can visit this temple in our beloved country whenever our heart desires,” said Divani. “But this is not the case for the rest of the world’s Hindus. I would like the Pakistani government to issue them visas so they can come here and take blessings with them. It’s good for people-to-people contact and it’s good for the economy too.”

Pakistan considers Chinese nationals’ security its ‘core responsibility,’ says interior minister

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ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi this week assured China’s consul general that the security of Chinese nationals in the South Asian country is Pakistan’s “core responsibility,” state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) said, as Islamabad looks to bolster security of foreign nationals amid a surge in attacks.

Pakistan says it has taken steps to enhance Chinese nationals’ security in the country after a suicide bomber last month attacked a convoy of Chinese engineers working on a hydropower project in the northwestern town of Dasu. Five Chinese engineers and their Pakistani driver were killed in the attack.

The attack was the third major one in a little over a week on China’s interests in the South Asian nation, where Beijing has invested over $65 billion in energy, infrastructure and other projects as part of its wider Belt and Road initiative.

“Chinese nationals’ safety is our core responsibility, instructions have been issued to the concerned agencies to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens,” Naqvi told Chinese Consul General Zhao Shiren during a meeting in Islamabad on Saturday.

“The minister informed about the measures taken about the security of Chinese citizens, adding that it is our national responsibility.”

The minister assured Shiren that Pakistani authorities would not allow conspiracies to harm Pakistan’s friendship with China.

Meanwhile, the Chinese envoy said the two countries were all-weather friends.

Chinese interests in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province have also been under attack primarily by the militants, who seek to push Beijing out of the mineral-rich territory.

Pakistan is home to an insurgency launched by ethnic Baloch separatists who seek secession from the central government in the country, blaming it for the inequitable division of natural resources in the southwestern Balochistan province. The government denies this.

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Pakistan and Afghanistan are the only two countries in the world where the poliovirus, which causes paralysis and can be a life-threatening disease, is endemic.

“A week-long National Immunization Campaign will begin in twenty-five districts of Sindh and thirteen districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tomorrow,” Radio Pakistan said in a report.

Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah chaired a meeting of the Provincial Task Force for Eradication of Polio in Karachi on Saturday. Shah directed all district administrations to cooperate with the polio teams and make the drive successful, the report said.

“The meeting was informed that around eight million children up to the age of five years would be administered anti-polio vaccines during the campaign,” the report said.

Meanwhile, over 2.8 million children will be administered anti-polio drops during the drive, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Emergency Operation Center said.

“Twenty-one thousand teams have been constituted for this purpose,” the report added.

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Many believe in the conspiracy theory that polio vaccines are part of a plot by Western outsiders to sterilize Pakistan’s population.

Pakistani masses’ doubts regarding polio campaigns were exacerbated in 2011 when the US Central Intelligence Agency set up a fake hepatitis vaccination program to gather intelligence on former Al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden.

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines on Saturday launched its first safari flight for Skardu from Islamabad, offering travellers a scenic journey with stunning views of some of the world’s highest mountains and a picturesque northern region.

91 travellers from 13 countries were aboard the maiden flight including Minister for Energy Hammad Azhar in his personal capacity, Associated Press of Pakistan reported.

The Sadpara Air Safari flight, named after iconic high-altitude mountaineer Muhammad Ali Sadpara, will brief the passengers about the wonders of the country’s north and the secret of tourism including K2, Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak and other mountains in the region.

The air safari will take tourists from Islamabad to Skardu, charging a one-way fare of Rs24,000.

“Our flight will depart from the Islamabad International Airport and fly over K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum peaks, Deosai Plain and the famous Saif-ul-Malook Lake where every passenger will wonder at the beauty of the air safari from their personal window seat,” said an official statement.

Per the reports, after landing at Skardu Airport, the passengers will be able to enjoy complimentary hi-tea at the Shangrila Resort Hotel.

The departing flight will take off after two hours. However, “it will be entirely up to our passengers if they want to take the same flight back to Islamabad or prolong their trip to the region to experience more magical moments,” PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Niazi told Arab News .

Another spokesperson for the airline said that the move is aimed at attracting more tourists to the turquoise lakes.

“People living abroad usually fear security deficit while planning a trip to Pakistan,” Arab News quoted Niazi as saying.

“Many of them are not aware of the beautiful and scenic locations of the country. Once they experience the air safari and fly over these places, they will surely come back to explore them again.”

Niazi further said that the airline would only sell window seats.

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Pia resumes air safari flight after 14 years.

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan International Airlines on Saturday resumed its Air Safari flight from Islamabad after 14 years to promote tourism.

The PIA’s first Air Safari flight with 91 tourists from 13 countries on board departed from Islamabad International Airport on Saturday for Skardu.

The Air Safari flight will fly over K-2 to Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak glacier before landing in Skardu and then will return back to Islamabad.

Federal minister for power Hammad Azhar was among the tourists.

A PIA spokesman said the foreign tourists expressed enthusiasm to see Pakistan’s beautiful mountain range. He said Air Safari was popular among the tourists and it would help promote tourism in Pakistan.

PIA will operate a one-weekly Air Safari flight for Skardu from Islamabad during the flight the tourists will see 13 places and its one-way fare will be Rs25,000.

According to the schedule, the tourist would spend one-and-a-half hour in Skurdu where they would have refreshments after which they would be flown back to Islamabad.

PIA had recently started its flight for Saidu Sharif, whereas the PIA flights from Lahore to Skardu had also been started.

Earlier, the PIA had announced the cancellation of its inaugural Safari flight for one-week due to bad weather in northern areas. The first flight was scheduled to be operated on June 12.

The spokesman had said that clear weather conditions had been important for seeing the world’s highest mountains.

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PIA plans to start air safari

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday decided to relaunch its Air Safari flight

In a move meant to cater to rising tourism in the country, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday decided to relaunch its Air Safari flight.

After being shut for nearly two years due to operational difficulties, the airliner will resume operating the flights from June 12.

The inaugural flight of Air Safari will fly from Islamabad to Skardu and one-way fare for Air Safari service will be Rs25,000, according to PIA spokesperson.

Renamed after the prominent mountaineer Ali Sadpara, ‘Sadpara Air Safari’ will operate every Saturday from the New Islamabad Airport and fly over the snow-capped peaks including K2, Nanga Parbat and the famous Saif ul Maluk lake.

The full schedule is expected to be announced in the upcoming days. The spokesperson said all preparations have been completed and the schedule will be released in the next few months, noting that Air Safari will also boost tourism in the country.

He said that earlier the national airline PIA had successfully operated nearly 8 flights per day from Skardu airport for the first time in its history.

The national flag carrier plans to operate flights for Gilgit, Skardu, Chitral and Gwadar. Initially, the airline will operate flights between Islamabad-Gilgit, Islamabad-Skardu, Islamabad-Chitral and Islamabad-Gwadar.

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First PIA Air Safari flight takes to skies with 91 tourists on board

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) launched on Saturday its Air Safari flight to boost tourism in the country, reported ARY News.

According to details, the airline’s first scenic Air Safari flight took off from the Islamabad International Airport with 91 tourists, including foreign nationals from as many as 13 countries, on board.

Minister for Power Hammad Azhar was also among the tourists abroad the inaugural Air Safari flight that flew over the country’s breathtaking snow-capped peaks, including K2, Nanga Parbat and Broad Peak before landing in Skardu.

Named after the prominent mountaineer Ali Sadpara , “Sadpara Air Safari” will operate every Saturday from the Islamabad airport and its one-way fare will cost Rs25,000.

Back in 2018, the national flag carrier had announced to launch Air Safari service. However, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) had put on hold its planned commercial launch of the Safari flight, days after reportedly announcing the service due to operational difficulties.

In order to boost tourism, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) last week had issued TPRI (Tourism Promotion and Regional Integration) license to a newly launched private airline named North Air.

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PIA To Resume ‘Sadpara’ Air Safari Service

PIA will resume “Sadpara” Air-Safari service

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to restart the aerial hunting service. The national airline announced the news in a press release on Monday. He said that all preparations have been made in this regard, and added that the first flight will be from Islamabad to Skardu on June 12, 2021.

PIA named the service “ Sadpara Air Safari ” in memory of the famous climber Ali Sadpara, who lost their lives in the winter defeat of K2 with two international climbers.

In memory of Late Ali Sadpara (The Legend)

The national airline said that every Saturday there will be a safari flight from Islamabad’s new airport that will pass through the snow-capped mountains in the north of the country, including K2 and Nanga Parbat.

Are you ready for an exciting adventure? Launching Sadpara Air Safari from 12th June, 2021. Join us to fly over dreamy views for 1 hour straight! #PIA #FlyPIA #GreatPeopleToFlyWith pic.twitter.com/4GiqA388Eg — PIA (@Official_PIA) June 5, 2021

Pakistan International Airlines first launched this service in 2018. However, due to operational challenges, the service was shut down shortly after its launch.

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PIA’s Official Statement

Now, with the improvement of safety and the reduction of COVID-related restrictions, the country’s tourism industry has returned to normal, and the national airline plans to seize the opportunity.

Recently, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) issued a Tourism Promotion and Regional Integration License (TPRI) for a new airline, North Air.

The airline will operate flights to Gilgit, Skardu, Chitral and Gwadar. In addition, PIA has 17 weekly flights from all over Pakistan to Gilgit.

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Discover all the Corners of Karakoram in Helicopter Safari Pakistan
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Explore The Remote Corners Of The Karakoram By Helicopter
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See Medieval Forts Hidden Among Pakistan’s Towering Mountains.

Helicopter Safari Pakistan combines the thrill of Touring in the glacial surroundings around Baltoro Glacier with the pleasure of flying over the colourful valleys of Skardu, Shigar and Askole which offers magnificent mountain scenery with glimpses of Paiyu, Trango Towers , Masherbrum, Mitre Peak, Chogolisa, Golden Throne, Broad Peak, K2 , Gasherbrums and the entire Baltoro Massif. Helicopter Tour in Pakistan is very popular with people who are short on time and yet want to have a lifetime experience of the thrill of this wonderful flight into the heart of Karakoram and want a short holiday in the mountains with its physical and visual pleasures. Heli tour in Pakistan is one of the best tours in the world, where you will experience the world’s best climbing and trekking routes, and also explore the Ancient Silk Route, Hunza Valley , and the old kingdom of Baltistan. For many years Trango Adventure Hase has been offering services to Helicopter Safari Pakistan enthusiasts from around the World. Trango Adventures operatesana 1113-dayy Helicopter Tour to the heart of Karakoram . The duration may be longer or shorter depending on the client’s experience, ability and time.

Our Helicopter Safari Pakistan Tour starts from Islamabad. Your tour guide will Meet and Greet you at Islamabad International Airport then transfer you to the hotel, The rest of the day in Islamabad is to recover from the journey. We will meet in the afternoon for a briefing about the Air Safari. The next day subject to weather) we will catch the spectacular mountain view flights to Skardu, Baltistan. On route,e you will have the first glimpse of the great Nanga Parbat , K2 and the other stunning Himalayan & Karakoram Mountain Peaks. After checking in to our Hotel, will have a rest and sightseeing in Skardu.

Skardu is the Capital City of Baltistan and it is the getaway to the Mighty K2 , Deosai Plato, Masherbrum, Gasherbrums , Broad Peak and many other famous Karakoram Peaks. In Skardu , Trekkers and climbers usually do their final purchasing and top-up for their journey. The following day we will do our first Heli Safari into the heart of Karakoram, Concordia then return to Skardu Town. Overnight in the hotel and the next day you will do your Helicopter Tour to Khapulu Valley.

Khapulu is the Capital of the Gangche District of Baltistan. Today will be your last Heli Tour day, if the weather is not pleasant then free day in Skardu to explore the local bazaars and surroundings. After a few spectacular Helicopter tours, you will drive Through lush green villages along the Indus River to the Karakoram Highway , KKH will lead us to the ancient Hunza Valley. It is a gateway to China and Central Asia. Overnight in Karim Abad then visit the 987 years old Altit Fort, and the 610 years old Restored Unesco listed BaltitFortt, the old residence of the Royal Family of Hunza .

From Hunz, we will continue our tour on the Ancient Silk Route (KKH) towards Bisham Village. Along the KKh we will have a fantastic opportunity to view Rakaposhi, the junction of three Amazing Mountain Giants, the Himalaya, Karakoram, Hindukusch and the famous Nanga Parbat. Night in Bisham then Drive Via the historical Taxilla to the Capital Islamabad. The next day you will be transferred to the Airport to fly back home. We believe that Our “Helicopter Safari Pakistan” will create an amazing lifelong memory for you.

Brief Itinerary:

Arrival day in islamabad-pakistan:, spectacular flight to skardu:, sightseeing in skardu:, heli tour day-(1):, heli tour day-(2):, heli tour day-(3):, drive to gilgit(200km) 4 hours drive:, drive to karimabad (105 km) 3-hours drive:, rest day & sightseeing in karimabad:, drive to besham, (445km) 9-hours drive:, drive to islamabad via taxila (275km) 7 hours drive:, departure day-fly back home:, map of gilgit baltistan, pakistan.

Introduction

Trango Adventure has a long track record of organising Helicopter Safari in Pakistan . We have had groups complete Heli Tours on many previous occasions. We designed our itinerary based on Over 40 Years of experience, which is the best in terms of acclimatization, safety and enjoyment.

We intend to keep to the day-by-day itinerary detailed below, although there might be some flexibility due to local conditions, weather or other factors beyond our control. If this is the case the Heli Tour Guide will do everything possible to work out the changes to the itinerary to minimise your inconvenience.

Adventure travel and helicopter Tours require an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions, unpredictable weather and last-minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in a team is an important aspect of all of our trips.

Detailed Itinerary:

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If cancelled Drive KKH to Chilas, Isb to chilas, 461km. 8-9 H-Drive.

Today we travel to Islamabad Airport to take a spectacular flight (weather permitting) across the mountains to Skardu, the Capital of Baltistan. It’s a 45-minute flight which offers Spectacular Mountains views of the Himalayas & Karakoram mountain range, you can also enjoy the breathtaking views of the world’s 9th highest peak, Nanga Parbat (8126m), if the weather is clear then we might be able to see K2 and Gondogoro Pass as well. Check in to the Hotel, rest of the day will be spent visiting the local Bazar, historical forts, and scenic lakes or visiting ancient rock inscriptions, one of which is of 8th century Manthal Lord Buddha Rock that shows traces of Buddhist monks and pilgrims who influenced the area before Islam.

Summit Hotel or similar
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Skardu is the Capital of Baltistan Valley. Baltistan was one of the oldest Himalayan kingdoms before being incorporated into Pakistan. It lies along the Indus River in the very heart of the Karakoram mountains, comprising the northern edge of the Himalayas and nearly the entire Karakoram Range. The Balti people speak an ancient form of Tibetan and have a strong and fascinating culture. after breakfast, we will visit the Sadpara Lake, have a tea there and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. We will head back to Skardu town for lunch. after lunch, we will visit the Famous Organic Village, where everything grows organically. Dinner will be served in the hotel.

If the weather conditions are bad then in the morning we will walk up to the remains of Kharpocho Fort (built in early 1700), which overlooks the town and has a great view of the Indus River . If you are into photography then this is a perfect location to take photos of Skaradu Town at sunrise or sunset. (we can arrange this for you). The afternoon is free to explore. perhaps you would like to take an optional jeep tour to Satpara Lake or explore the bazaar.

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DRIVE TO ISLAMABAD VIA TAXILA (275KM) 7 HOURS:

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Helicopter Safari Pakistan prices are for the Itinerary starting and finishing in Islamabad. Group, couples and family discounts are available, Please contact us before booking. included Domestic flights. (If it applies). Islamabad has good flight connections from most International cities, return flights will depart from I slamabad International Airport on the last day of the itinerary. Our experience Guide will Meet and Greet you at Islamabad Airport, will stay with you throughout the Journey and see you off at Islamabad Airport. We recommend you book as early as possible, especially during peak times.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE – NO SURCHARGE GUARANTEE

The price of our holidays can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators , Trango Adventure have undertaken to guarantee the price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best prices and take advantage of our ‘ No Surcharge Guarantee ‘. Trango Adventure is a Government-licensed and bonded tour operator that follows the strict Regulations set by the Tourism Department of Pakistan.

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What’s included.

Professional Culture & Mountain Guide. (Government requirement)
Airport transfers for Domestic & international flights.
Internal flights and associated airport transfers
All land transport involved in the itinerary
Accommodation as described
All permit fees.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

Travel Insurance
Pakistan Visa fee
Tips for local guides and support staff
Guided Islamabad sightseeing
Miscellaneous expenses
souvenirs etc
PLEASE NOTE: an airport departure tax of Rs1500 is sometimes payable

Fully inclusive of all meals throughout, from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 11.

ACCOMMODATION

During this trip, the group will spend all night in good International tourist standard hotels. Accommodation at each of these hotels is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. It is possible to hire a single room for an additional cost. For our hotel names, prices and single supplement costs, please contact us. Hotels are subject to availability and prices may vary.

INTERNAL FLIGHTS

SKARDU FLIGHTS

SKARDU is a weather-dependent airport. Since the valley is surrounded by high mountains, planes can only land here in good visibility and this means flights to and from SKARDU are never guaranteed. Planes do fly more often than not, but cancellations can and do occur and in these circumstances, we will travel by road.

HEALTH & VACCINATION

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you specifically require any vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella), along with hepatitis A and typhoid. Malarial prophylaxis is discretionary for this trip. Malaria exists in the area around Islamabad. However, incidences of urban transmission of malaria are extremely low. In Skardu and the mountains, there is no malaria risk. On holidays to more remote areas, you should also have a dentist check-up. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro. Dengue fever is a known risk in places near Islamabad. It is a tropical viral disease spread by daytime-biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take precautions to avoid mosquito bites

We highly recommend that you have adequate travel insurance for your trip with Trango Adventure Pakistan. We recognise the complexity and variety of choices in the insurance market and know that many of you either have your preferred insurer or have annual multi-trip cover in place already. If this is the case, please ensure that your insurer is aware of your Adventure itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken.

Trango Adventure does not provide any advice on travel insurance, although it is highly recommended that you have travel insurance which covers the activities which you are likely to be undertaking on your Pakistan holiday .

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HCC Medical Insurance Services LLC Tel: +1-800 605 2282
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Austrian Alpine Club (UK) Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
Snowcard Tel: +44 (0)1295 660836
The B.M.C. Tel: +44 (0)161 445 6111 (please note the BMC cannot cover Mt Damavand)
Dogtag Tel: 0800 036 4824 (UK residents only)
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Treks only:

Campbell Irvine Tel: +44 (0)207 938 1737
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J S Insurance Tel: +44 (0)844 848 1500

GROUP LEADER & SUPPORTING STAFF

The group will be led by an experienced Licence Mountain/Culture Guide. During the Tour, the group will be accompanied by a full support crew.

Helicopter Safari Pakistan holiday involves going to high altitudes. During your trip, you will be above 2,000 metres for 1-2 days. This is not something that you should worry about; the human body is quite capable of adapting to a very wide range of altitudes, but we must follow some simple rules to acclimatize successfully. Before coming on this holiday you should get some basic advice on Tours at high altitudes.

From mid-June to August, we can expect to encounter temperatures as high as 40°C at Karachi, Multan and Lahore, and 25°C in The Gilgit & Baltistan regions. Weather is generally good throughout the summer season, with clear skies and little rain or snow. However, weather in mountainous areas is difficult to predict, and short-lived storms can occur at any time.

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PASSPORT & VISAS

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your Pakistan holiday . Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. You should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit.

PAKISTAN VISA

All nationalities require a visa to enter Pakistan. The visa fee is approximately GBP 134 and you must apply for it before departure. To obtain a visa for Pakistan you will require a letter of introduction from an approved agency which will be provided by Trango Adventure. Visa applications can be made online or in person at your nearest Pakistan Embassy. For more information about Pakistan visas, Please visit our Blog and news section.

Please visit the Government of Pakistan official Visa website for online visa Application requirements.

www.visa.nadra.gov.pk

EQUIPMENT LIST

As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your tour bag whilst tours should be no more than 25.00 kgs. Anything not required on the tour can be left at the group hotel in Islamabad.

We will send you a list of detailed items closer to your Holiday departure.

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See from pilot's eye, a very unique and excellent opportunity for enthusiast to see lahore from skies, tour attractions.

Following attractions are included in this tour package

15-20 mins Flying time
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Gulberg and Surrounding Areas
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Tour package includes following things

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Tea, Snacks & Cold Drinks

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Available in following pricing and discounts are also listed below.

Econo Package Price: 6500 PKR
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Includes Tea, Snacks, Water & Cold Drinks
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22000 PKR per head
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Pakistan's national air carrier launches scenic air safari for tourism
KHAPLU, Gilgit-Baltistan: The Pakistan International Airlines launched Sadpara Air Safari on Saturday to benefit the tourism industry in the country's northern areas by offering passengers a spectacular view of some of the world's tallest snowy mountains, glaciers and lakes. Named after Pakistan's iconic high-altitude mountaineer Muhammad Ali Sadpara, who tragically lost his life earlier ...
PIA launches scenic air safari to Skardu
The air safari will take tourists from Islamabad to Skardu, charging a one-way fare of Rs24,000. "Our flight will depart from the Islamabad International Airport and fly over K2, Nanga Parbat ...
Sadpara Air Safari inaugurated by Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan's national flag carrier PIA (Pakistan International Airlines) has relaunched its scenic Air Safari service and, in doing so, has officially renamed it Sadpara Air Safari in honour of Muhammad Ali Sadpara who lost his life in February this year along with John Snorri Sigurjónsson and Juan Pablo Mohr Prieto while attempting a winter ascent of K2.
PIA announces 'Sadpara Air Safari' service from Karachi
In the first phase, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced to operate a 'Sadpara Air Safari' flight from Islamabad on June 12. According to PIA spokesperson, the inaugural flight ...
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PIA resumes Air Safari flight after 14 years
He said Air Safari was popular among the tourists and it would help promote tourism in Pakistan. PIA will operate a one-weekly Air Safari flight for Skardu from Islamabad during the flight the ...
PIA announces to resume Air Safari service
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the relaunch of its Air Safari service, ARY News reported. Close 24.9 C. Karachi. Friday, April 12, 2024. LIVE STREAM; URDU NEWS; VIDEOS ...
PIA is Resuming 'Sadpara' Air Safari Service
Pakistan International Airline (PIA) has decided to relaunch its Air Safari service. The national flag carrier announced this in a press release on Monday. All preparations have been made in this ...
PIA plans to start air safari
The inaugural flight of Air Safari will fly from Islamabad to Skardu and one-way fare for Air Safari service will be Rs25,000, according to PIA spokesperson. Renamed after the prominent ...
PIA to resumes Air Safari flight after 14 years to promote tourism
The national flag carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has recently announced to continue its Scenic Air Safaris Flight to boost up tourism in the country. Read: PM discusses Ravi City, and different projects They aimed at attracting more tourists to the country's picturesque northern region. A PIA presenter said the foreign tourists expressed excitement to […]
PIA announces to relaunch Air Safari service
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the relaunch of its Air Safari service on Monday. The inaugural flight of Air Safari will fly from Islamabad to Skardu as all preparations have ...
PIA to resume Air Safari service
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the relaunch of its Air Safari service, which will fly passengers over snow-capped peaks in the country's north from July 16.
First PIA Air Safari flight takes to skies with 91 tourists on board
According to details, the airline's first scenic Air Safari flight took off from the Islamabad International Airport with 91 tourists, including foreign nationals from as many as 13 countries ...
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PIA To Resume 'Sadpara' Air Safari Service
PIA will resume "Sadpara" Air-Safari service. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to restart the aerial hunting service. The national airline announced the news in a press release on Monday. He said that all preparations have been made in this regard, and added that the first flight will be from Islamabad to Skardu on June 12 ...
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