2-Day Tour of Gwadar beaches, Balochistan, Pakistan

(Kund Malir beach, Ormara, Golden beach, Kohe Batil (Mount Batil), Statue of Hope, back to Karachi)

About Gwadar: Located on the southwestern coast of Balochistan, Gwadar is a port city that has been a

regional settlement for centuries. However, many hidden gems of Balochistan have recently come to the fore, including Moola Chotok, Hingol National Park, Astola Island, and many others, boosting tourism in the region.
Weather: Gwadar usually boasts a hot and arid climate that is typical of Balochistan, in spite of being a coastal town. The best time to visit Gwadar is from September to March during the low tide season, but December to February are the coldest months here, with temperatures as low as one to two degrees centigrade. This is why the peak travel season is from September to November and then in March.

Highlights of the trip:
a)      Kund Malir beach: Kund Malir is one of the many crystal clear beaches that dot the Makran Coastal Highway. The beach also has a small restaurant close by for meals and hills all around that are perfect for hiking.

b)     Hingol National Park: Established in 1988, this enormous national park is home to at least 35 species

of mammals, 65 species of reptiles and amphibians, 185 species of birds, and over 250 species of plants. It is also where you’ll find the Princess of Hope and the Sphinx.

c)      Princess of Hope: A uniquely shaped natural rock formation, the Princess of Hope is located in Hingol National Park and was given its name by Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie on her visit to the area. It is shaped like a statue of a female and is quite impressive due to its immense size and seemingly man-made shape. It is believed

to be the result of mud volcano eruptions in the region.

d)     Ormara Beach: Lying between Karachi and Gwadar on the Makran Coastal Highway, Ormara Beach is a naval base with one of the few untouched beaches in Pakistan.

e)     Gwadar Port: Since Gwadar Port has a naval base and is also the hub of development activity in the region, it is fascinating to visit the place and witness the hustle and bustle in the area. The port offers fishing and boating opportunities for enthusiasts.
f)       Koh-e-Batil: The hammerhead-shaped peninsula is home to the Old Town of Gwadar with hills on both ends.

The most famous one among these is Koh-e-Batil since it offers magnificent views from the top after climbing nearly 700 steps on a steep staircase built into the mountain. Gwadar’s Pearl Continental (PC) Hotel is also built on this mountaintop.

Note: The hikes to the Princess of Hope and Koh-e-Batil require stamina. Avoid this part of the trip if you are afraid of heights.

The road is as pretty as it could be. Traffic is very thin and the road is designed to allow high speeds. The landscape changes at a very low pace giving one enough time to fall in love with Balochistan all over again and again. When you experience the sea for the first time at Kund Malir you would be running and jumping like a kid who just got his favorite toy. The seashells at Ormara beach will remain engraved in your mind. God's fine work with winds

in Hingol National Park is beyond description.

The sunset on the beach is truly unforgettable.  It takes a few minutes for the sun to be drowned into the sea with the most beautiful colors on the sky.
Lastly the aerial view of Gwadar to say good bye to the city is the best idea you can pull off.

Itinerary

Day 1: Karachi to Gwadar via Kund Malir

12:00 midnight: Set off from Karachi, the Southern Port city.
02:00 a.m.  Stop at Winder, Balochistan for about 20 minutes. (about 85 kms in 1h45)
05:00 a.m. Arrival at Kund Malir. (165 kms in about 3 hours)
05:30 a.m.  Breakfast and Sunrise at Kund Malir beach.
07:45 a.m.  Sightseeing at Princess of Hope. (about 26 kms in 30 minutes)
08:30 a.m. Departure for Ormara beach. (90 kms in 1h15 min)
11:00 a.m.  Stop at Ormara Beach.  You may collect seashells from here.
11:45 a.m.  Departure from Ormara for Gwadar. (275 kms in 3h30 min)
03:00 p.m.  Arrival and check-in at Gwadar Tourist Motel. Have your lunch and some rest.
04:30 p.m. Tour of Gwadar Port.
05:30 p.m. Gul Point Beach.
06:00 p.m. Enjoy the view of Sunset from Deewan-e-Jah
07:30 p.m. Return to the hotel/guesthouse. Dinner and night stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Gwadar to Karachi return via Hingol National Park

05:30 a.m. Wakeup early to witness the Sunrise at Gwadar Beach.
06:30 a.m. Breakfast at the hotel.
07:00 a.m. Sightseeing of Gwadar from Koh-e-Batil (mountain) via stairs.
09:30 Packing up bags and check-out from the hotel.
09:45 a.m. Departure from Gwadar.
10:15 a.m. Visit the Gwadar Market. (7kms)
11:30 a.m. Visit the Chandragup Mud Volcanoes in Hingol National Park. (5kms)
02:00 p.m. Arrival and Lunch at Ormara beach. (145 kms in 2h15 min)
04:30 p.m. Stop at Buzzi Pass (20 minutes). (80 kms in 1hr)
10:00 p.m. Reach Karachi. (275 kms in 4h30 minutes)

****End of tour ****

Note: The itinerary may vary slightly due to time constraints

Supplementary  (If all given single rooms instead of double):  For 2 Persons: $510 for 2 (255 each). 

For 3 persons: $553 (184 each)  

For 4 Persons: $663 (166 each)

Inclusions:

* Standard Hotel/Guesthouse Accommodation single/double room for 1 night
* 2 Breakfasts, 2 lunch and 1 standard dinner
* 1.5 liter mineral water per day
* Experienced driver cum guide
* Driver’s 2 meals per day and accommodation
* Comfortable vehicle with fuel

Package does not Include:

* Any expense of personal nature or based on act of God
* Entry Entrance Fees of tourist sites etc.
* Any other expense which is not mentioned in above “inclusions”

Participants are advised to bring:

Proper ID; Hand-carry Bag; Sun Block; Sun Glasses (if required); Joggers (if required), A light jacket, Flashlight, A change of clothes, A winter hat, Wet wipes and hand sanitizer for the road, A water bottle, Light snacks for the
journey.

*****Do's and Don'ts*****

1. Cooperate with the check-posts staff. They are there for your security.
2. Don't miss the sunrise and sunset over the beach.
3. Prefer visiting places in Gwadar with slippers.