Adventure Club /Photography/Trips: ADVENTURE WEEKEND IN SHOGRAN, KAGHAN VALLEY
Shogran, one of the most beautiful plateaus in Kaghan Valley is situated 219 km from Islamabad. It takes about five hours to reach here via Mansehra, Balakot and Kawai. Surrounded by thick pine forests and with an altitude of 2,362m, the summer climate of Shogran is pleasantly cold. From Shogran you have a breathtaking view of Kaghan Valley’s snow covered peaks such as Musa Ka Musalla (4,419m), Makra (3,885m) and Malika Parbat (5,290m).Programme:
On Friday morning we will drive in a van to Shogran with couple of photo/refreshment stops en route. Shogran will be our base station where we will stay for two nights in a comfortable hotel. Afternoon will be free to walk around Shogran to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery.
On Saturday, we will go by 4x4 jeeps to Sari and Paya in one hour. Group members will walk around the place and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of mountains from the ridge of Paya, Paya at 3,079 is a lush green meadow with spectacular view of Malika Parbat and other snow covered mountains of Kaghan Valley. We will come back to Shogran by 4x4 jeeps. Afternoon will be free for rest and recreation at Shogran.
On Sunday, morning will be free for rest and recreation in Shogran till 11.am. We will leave for Islamabad at around 11.30 am and reach Islamabad in the afternoon with a lunch stop at Abbottabad.

Film: Palestine 36 (2025) – Palestine/UK
Language: Arabic with English subtitles
Director: Annemarie Jacir
Screenplay: Annemarie Jacir & Salma Dabbagh
Cast: Jeremy Irons, Robeert Aramayo, Liam Cunningham, Hiam Abbas, Billy Howle, Christopher Villiers, Sam Hoare, Yasmine Al Massri

Historical drama about the Great Palestinian Revolt of 1936-1939, which was fought against British rule and British support for Zionism, that puts the Palestinian outlook front and center.
The main antagonists of the film are not jews of Mandatory Palestine, who are mostly seen building settlements in the distance, but rather the British authorities who took over control of Palestine after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in World War I. British imperialism feared the rise of Arab national consciousness as a threat to their interests and cynically backed Zionism as part of their divide-and-rule strategy. That the Zionist project required the dispossession of Palestinians from their homeland was of no consequence to the imperialists, represented in the film by High Commissioner Arthur Wauchope (Jeremy Irons). The film reminds us that all imperialists enforce their rule through brutal violence and atrocities. Scenes of British soldiers demanding papers, terrorizing Palestinian villages, burning crops, blowing up houses with inhabitants still inside, and committing summary executions recall actions we are more used to seeing from Nazis in World War II films. Today, as in the 1930s, the viability of the Zionist project would not be possible without the backing of foreign imperialist powers who are complicit in its crimes.
On-location shooting gives the film an authenticity that captures the beauty of Palestine, underscoring both the tragedy of dispossession of its native inhabitants and their determination to fight for their land.

Unity, Faith & Discipline is the guiding principle of Pakistan.

Commemorating this Independence Day we will pay homage to Pakistan by "The Azadi Ride" ( The freedom ride).

Leading sports clubs of Islamabad will come together for a run, walk and ride. All 'runs & rides' will converge at the iconic landmark of Chand Tara Shakarparian at 6 AM for the National Anthem... and after that we will start the ride.

Looking forward to an active participation!

Those returning during the ride please inform the coordinators.

It is an easy ride and it’s on the road so all kinds of bicycle can join.

Escape the city heat and step into the refreshing wilderness of the beautiful Bruti Water Stream, hidden deep within the lush green valleys of the Margalla Hills National Park.

Join us for a scenic monsoon-season adventure featuring shaded forest trails, flowing mountain streams, rocky crossings, and the soothing sounds of nature all around. The Bruti area becomes especially magical during the rainy season, with vibrant greenery, cool breezes, and crystal-clear water making it one of the most refreshing escapes near Islamabad.

The hike is designed for nature lovers, adventure seekers, photographers, and anyone looking to reconnect with the outdoors away from the noise of the city. Along the way, we’ll enjoy streamside breaks, explore hidden sections of the valley, and experience the unique beauty of the Margallas in their monsoon form.

• We will gather at the meeting point
• Travel as a convoy to the starting point
• We will park our cars at the base.
• Hike Distance: 6Km round trip
• Hike Rating: Easy
• Wear sturdy shoes; bring refreshments. Also do not forget your camera/phone as you do not want to miss taking shots of the beautiful views!
• Bring refreshmets

Film: It Was Just an Accident (2025) – Iran
Language: Persian / Azerbaijani with English subtitles
Director: Jafar Panahi
Screenplay: Jafar Panahi, Nader Saeivar, Shadmehr Rastin, Mehdi Mahmoudisn
Awards: Academy Award Nomination for International Feature & Screenplay
Cast: Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr, Dalmaz Najafi
A tense, slow-burn thriller about trauma, revenge, and the blurry lines between justice and wrongdoing... a complex tale about human nature, about people trying to reclaim their dignity after being dehumanized, and it asks whether it’s possible to hold onto your humanity while staring down the person you believe destroyed it. It’s tense, emotional and uncomfortably honest, and it’s one of the best films of the year. ..
The story begins with a man (Ebrahim Azizi) driving his family home at night when he is involved in a minor traffic accident. Seeking help at a nearby repair shop, he is met by Vahid (Vahid Mobasseri), who hears the man’s squeaking prosthetic leg and becomes convinced the man is the prison torturer who once brutalized him.

What follows is a tense claustrophobic journey as Vahid becomes unsure whether his impulsive act has caught the right man. He gathers a group of others to confirm the captive’s identity – wedding photographer Shiva (Mariam Ashari) bride-to-be Goli (Hadis Paak Baten), her fiancé Ali (Majid Panahi), and the volatile Hamid (Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr). All but Ali were once victims of the man they call ‘‘Peg Leg”. As they debate the man’s fate the lines between justice and vengeance blur.

Pl. NOTE: NOC may be required for foreigners/ diplomats. The Second Ridge is just outside Islamabad, in the KPK region.

The Second Ridge is one of our favourite hiking tracks!

The views of the Himalayas make this very special, as it shows the diversity of the flora of the Margalla Hills. The whole track is covered with tall pine trees, and listening to the whispering of pines in the cool breeze is an experience on its own! The tree cover makes sure that it stays pleasant in any weather.

The climax of the hike is the lake's viewpoint from where both Khanpur and Rawal Lake can be seen!

The total distance is 12 km (return trip).

The hike rating is Medium (Easy long walk on top of the ridge)

We will go together in our own cars in a convoy.

Wear sturdy shoes; bring your own refreshments. Dress appropriately. Don’t forget your camera/phone for some special memories!

Foreigners: NOC required

Nanga Parbat (8126m) is the second highest mountain peak of Pakistan and ninth highest in the world. Its base camp is one the most beautiful and most accessable base camps of any 8000-meter peak in the world. Fairy Meadows, named by German mountaineers is an alpine pasture at an elevation of 3300 feet from sea level and offers excellent view of Nanga Parbat and other high peaks.
On this 5 days adventure trip planned in collaboration with Sustainable Tourism Foundation, we will take you to the Fairy Meadows side of Nanga Parbat. This area offers excellent trekking opportunities with lush green meadows, pine covered slopes and superb views of Nanga Parbat and other high peaks. It is a lifetime opportunity for adventure and nature lovers. On this trail, porters will carry the heavy luggage while you hike carrying your day pack to the Fairy Meadows camping site (an easy to moderate hike of about 3 hrs.).
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Departure from Islamabad at 05:00 a.m. for Chilas. Travel via Naran and Babusar Pass in air conditioned transport and cover distance in about 11 to 12 hrs. with break for lunch and refreshments. Overnight stay at hotel in Chilas.

Day 2: Early Breakfast at hotel. Leave for Roikot Bridge (about 1 ½ hrs. drive). Roikot to Jhel on 4x4 jeeps (1 ½ hrs. jeep ride). Trek from Jhel to Fairy Meadows (3 to 4 hrs.). Those who are not interested in trekking can hire a pony to reach Fairy Meadows in about 3 hrs. Overnight stay in wooden huts/tents at Fairy Meadows.

Day 3: One day trekking excursion to explore Bial Camp and Nanga Parbat base camp (8 to 9 hrs. both ways) Those who are not interested to go on a long hike can stay back at Fairy Meadows and explore area around camping site and enjoy nature walk, photography and spend time at leisure. Overnight stay in wooden huts/tents at Fairy Meadows. Dinner with Bonfire.

Day 4: Breakfast at camping site. Enjoy morning hours to do photography, explore area towards Fantori or relax in the beautiful mountain environment. After lunch trek back to Jhel (easy downhill trekking of about 2 ½ hrs.). Jhel to Raikot bridge travel by 4x4 jeeps in 1 ½ hrs. Raikot to Chilas by van in another 1 ½ hrs.). Overnight stay at hotel in Chilas.

Day 5: Early morning departure for Islamabad. Travel on KKH via Dasu, Besham, Thakot, Mansehra and Abbottabad. Enroute stop for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. Reach Islamabad at around 9:00 p.m.

Shakarparian (Urdu: شکر پڑیاں; also known as Shakarparian Hills) is a hill and a national park area. This hill has a great importance in the history of Pakistan. There is a small monument to mark the spot where President Ayub Khan stood with other members and decided that this will be new capital of Pakistan. At a height of 609 meters, the terraced gardens offer pleasant and sweeping vistas of Margalla and Murree hills, Rawal Lake, Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

Summer Time: Bring along your family & friends and join us on an early morning ride around Shakarparian to take in the fresh environment.

Looking forward to an active participation!

Those returning during the ride please inform the coordinators.

It is an easy ride and it’s on the road so all kinds of bicycle can join.

As we hike along the Margalla Ridge from Pir Sohawa, a narrow and curvy stretch of the scenic Pharilla track offers pine trees, small streams, and a panoramic view of the nearby areas.

An old forest rest house from the British Era is located at Pharilla, approximately 8Km from Pir Sohawa. It was maintained by the CDA until a big forest fire destroyed it a couple of years ago. It still provides a perfect picnic spot!

• We will gather at the meeting point
• Travel as a convoy to the starting point
• We will park our cars at Dino Valley parking.
• Distance: 18Km round trip (from/to Pir Shoawa)
• Elevation Gain: 450m
• Hike Rating: Strenuous (because of the distance and heat)
• Wear sturdy shoes; bring refreshments. Also do not forget your camera/phone as you do not want to miss taking shots of the beautiful views!
• Bring enough water and fluids to survive the heat.

Please Note: People who have not registered will not be allowed to join the hike.

Language: Arabic with English subtitles
Director: Kaouther Ben Hania
Screenplay: Kaouther Ben Hania

Cast: Saja Kilani, Motaz Malhees, Amer Hlehel, Clara Khoury, Nesbet Serhan, Ramy Brahem, Firas Khoury, Ali Talel Yacoub
Awards: Academy Award Nomination for Best International Feature Film.

• “The Voice of Hind Rajab” has won around 10 awards so far. It earned the Grand Jury Prize at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival plus six parallel awards: ARCA CinemaGiovani, CICT‑UNESCO Enrico Fulchignoni, Croce Rossa Italiana, Edipo Re, Leoncino d’Oro, Sorriso Diverso Venezia, and UNIMED. It also snagged the Audience Award at San Sebastián, the Grand Prize at Film Fest Gent, a Jury Award at Chicago International Film Festival, the Brizzola Family Foundation Award at Hamptons, and the Cinema for Peace Dove at the Cinema for Peace Awards.

The film uses the real audio recording of the heart-wrenching voice of Hind Rajab, while fictionally reconstructing the drama of the emergency responders in the call-center office, with real people played by actors, talking, shouting and emoting in response to the voice of the little girl... A taut docu-drama that combines real-life imagery and sounds to create a haunting depiction of war- a harrowing portrait of an attempted rescue that is captivating and emotionally intense...
The film unfolds like a thriller by following the drama in a call center in almost real time. A man receives a dispatch at the Red Crescent call center. It is a request from a man in Germany desperate for the Palestinian response center to connect with his brother in Gaza, who is trapped in a car with his family. The call is heeded and the man briefly connects with a young woman in the car. She frantically mentions that tanks are beside them and that Israeli soldiers are shooting.

As bullets pop violently she screams in horror and the call goes dead. When the man calls back to ease his fear that the worst has happened, a little girl answers the phone. She is six years old and her name is Hind. She is alone, and very scared...