Stop 12 of 19 · Main base · ≈ 2,400 m
Naran
The heart of the valley: bazaar, rafting, the legend caves and the jeep up to Saif-ul-Malook.
- Height
- 2,400 m
- From Balakot on the N-15
- 80 km
Places to visit in Naran
Naran Bazaar & Kunhar River
Naran River Rafting PointNEW2 km from Naran.
Cave Naran PrincessNEWSmall cave in town, opposite the Saif-ul-Malook road near Markhoor Hotel. About 12 ft deep, tied to the fairy-and-giant legend.
Rose ParkNEWA park in Naran.
Saif-ul-Malook Lake & National ParkBy jeep from Naran.
Saif-ul-Malook CaveThe original legend cave, beside the lake.
Kach GaliNEWJust beyond Saif-ul-Malook, recommended by a visitor.
Ansoo LakeTrek from Saif-ul-Malook, about 10 hours return.Don’t start after 9 am. Two streams to cross, so a horse is better.
Malika Parbat
Lalazar to Saif-ul-Malook trek
Fairy Land & Baby Saral LakeNear Naran. Ask locally for the way.
Jeep tracks & hikes from here
| ROUTE | MODE | STARTS FROM | STOP | TIME / NOTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naran → Saif-ul-Malook | Jeep | Naran | Naran | Jeeps from town |
| Saif-ul-Malook → Ansoo Lake | Hike | Saif-ul-Malook | Naran | ≈ 10 hrs return |
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List it freeNaran: questions people ask
How high is Naran?
Naran is at about 2,400 m above sea level.
How far is Naran from Balakot?
Naran is about 80 km from Balakot along the N-15.
What is there to see in Naran?
Places to visit in and around Naran: Naran Bazaar & Kunhar River, Naran River Rafting Point, Cave Naran Princess, Rose Park, Saif-ul-Malook Lake & National Park, Saif-ul-Malook Cave, Kach Gali, Ansoo Lake, Malika Parbat, Lalazar to Saif-ul-Malook trek and Fairy Land & Baby Saral Lake.
What is the next stop after Naran?
Heading up the valley, the next stop on the N-15 is Batakundi. Roadside waterfalls on the way, then the jeep track up to Lalazar. Batakundi is about 16 km from Naran.