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

The Second Ridge has been one of our favourite hiking tracks, the views of the snowclad 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 cool breeze is an experience on its own!

The climax of the hike is the lake's view point from where both Khanpur and Rawal Lake can be seen, if the weather is clear.

The total distance is 12Km (return trip). Hike rating is Medium (Easy long walk on top of the ridge)

We will go together in our own cars as a convoy. Due to the pandemic, we discourage carpooling.

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

special memories!

Outside Islamabad : Foreigners/ diplomats will require NOC to participate.

Miranjani at 2980m (9800ft) is the highest mountain of the Galiyat region. The hike is around 5Km long (one way) and has stunning views of the beautiful valleys and the Himalayas of Kashmir. If lucky, we may get a glimpse of the mighty Nanga Parbat from the top. We will take the road via Murree and it will take us about an hour and half to reach Nathia gali from where the hike will start.

Our transport will be coaster with limited seats due to the pandemic, hence the extra cost. It is recommended to bring your own snacks and drinks to avoid depending on the local shops as much as possible.

Wear sturdy shoes; bring bottle of drinking water, and your picnic lunch/ snacks. Dress appropriately.

Don’t forget your camera/phone for some special memories!

Hike Rating is Hard (same as Trail3 hike) with a distance of around 10Km for the complete loop.

Due to the unforeseen circumstances, we could not do this hike in May. So it is being rescheduled on the first weekend of June.

Don't forget to bring your cameras !

We will be exploring the beautiful western part of the Margalla Hills. This includes some lovely meadows at the top of the hills, and an optional hike to a small peak called Kohani. Kohani is the local word for the camel's hump, a name given by the locals due to its similarities with the shape! On a clear day you can have a totally unobstructed view of the whole of Islamabad from the top.

It is an easy hike to the top of the Margalla Ridge and then a bit of a climb to the Kohani top. Those who do not want to make this effort can relax at the meadows... but the views from the Kohani top are totally worth that extra effort!!!

Hike rating is Easy to Moderate. (Easy part is 6Km, and the harder one i.e. Kohani top is around 14Km). Bring refreshments,wear sturdy walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the hike!

This hike has been rescheduled from April. It was cancelled because of excessive road construction at Shah Allah Ditta.

Don't forget to bring your cameras !

We will be exploring the beautiful western part of the Margalla Hills. This includes some lovely meadows at the top of the hills, and an optional hike to a small peak called Kohani. Kohani is the local word for the camel's hump, a name given by the locals due to its similarities with the shape! On a clear day you can have a totally unobstructed view of the whole of Islamabad from the top.

It is an easy hike to the top of the Margalla Ridge and then a bit of a climb to the Kohani top. Those who do not want to make this effort can relax at the meadows... but the views from the Kohani top are totally worth that extra effort!!!

Hike rating is Easy to Moderate. (Easy part is 6Km, and the harder one i.e. Kohani top is around 14Km). Bring refreshments,wear sturdy walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the hike!

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

An old forest rest house from the British Era is located at Pharilla, approximately 8Km from Pir Sohawa. Maintained by the CDA, it provides the perfect picnic spot!

All SOP’s to be strictly observed.

Travel by convoy. Car Pooling to be avoided.

Distance: 20Km round trip (from/to PirShoawa)

Elevation Gain: 450m

Hike Rating: Strenuous (because of the distance)

Wear sturdy shoes; bring refreshments.Also do not forget camera/phone as you do not want to miss taking shots of the beautiful views!

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

A day trip/ hike

Travel by coaster observing strict SOP's.

Alberuni in his travelogue “Kitab ul Hind” has mentioned the legendary ‘Tilla Jogian’ (Peak of Jogis) near Jhelum as the center of Jogis (Ascetics). This centuries-old monastery of Jogis was in existence when Alexander the Great fought the famous battle with Raja Porus near this ‘Tilla’ in 326 BC. It has also been known as ‘Tilla Gorakh Nath’ and ‘Tilla Bal Nath’ at different times. The remnants of the monastery and shrine still exist like a big pond with balconies, masonry tombs, places for meditation, banyan trees, etc.

Tilla Jogian is the highest peak in the Salt Range 3200 feet above sea level. It offers a panoramic view of the Potohar plateau and splendid scenic beauty throughout the trip.

We will travel on the G T road and then about 35km off-G T road to reach (via Domaili & Gattat villages) at the village ‘Bheet’ located at the base of Tilla Jogian Mountain.

One-way travel time is about one and a half hour or slightly more. The hill is quite steep and after a maximum one & half hour’s moderate to strenuous hike, we will reach the top .

Wear sturdy shoes; bring own refreshments.

One of the most regular hikes in the ASG Hiking calendar- not to be missed!

The Tila Charauni, at 1490m, is the highest peak of the Margalla Hills ridge, adjacent to Islamabad. Categorized as a moderate level hike the total distance is 10Km, half of which is the climb to the top.

We will take the old route from the foothill village of Noorpur to Pir Sohawa through the valley. This is an old route developed and used by local villagers.It offers a fascinating experience of walking past the old villages in the hills, besides offering views of the valleys below…

We will pool cars to go to the actual starting point of the hike: the parking of Loh Dandi. From there we will start the hike which is around 8-9Km long .We will climb up a track through the valley and loop back via the Loh Dandi track.

At Talhar Village, we will cross a freshwater stream and start our hike towards Khanpur. This is an old route developed and used by local villagers and it offers an opportunity of walking past old villages in the hills besides taking in the lovely views of the valleys. At the top of the ridge, we will stop for refreshments/ photographs and return back to the starting point through a different path.

Let’s kick off the fall season with a hike on this beautiful Margalla Ridge behind the Shah Allah Ditta Caves…a trail slightly off the beaten track!

We will go to the the Ban Faqiran Stupa and Mosque and then carry on to reach the ridge. From there turn right and keep on walking on top of the ridge till the Losar Baoli. Losar Baoli is the the 16th century step well made by Sher Shah Suri for travelers .Though it has survived the test of times, unfortunately the recent constructions around it have affected its maintenance., but it’s still well worth a visit!