
Highest Polo Ground of World
At an altitude of 3738 meters, Shandur is known as the Highest Polo Ground in the World. Every summer (start of August), the Famous Polo Festival is held here; where the most anticipated match between Gilgit and Chitral happens. Paratroopers, Paraglider’s, cultural dances and music performances adds up to the overall appeal of event.
7 flexible packages — your dates, your tier
2 tours to choose from
3 hotels & properties
April – May
Poor timeShandur Pass snowbound — road stays closed until late May in most years.
June – August
Best timePass fully open — the July polo festival, wide plateau camping, and clear alpine light at 3,700m.
September – October
ShoulderWide grass turns tawny and the first snow arrives — quiet crossing before winter closure.
November – March
Poor timePass closed by heavy snow — Chitral–Ghizer link severed until late May.