15-Day Coastal and Heritage Tour of Pakistan with Astola Island

• Arrival at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. Meet and greet by our representative, then transfer to the hotel for check-in.
• After refreshment, explore the city's main landmarks.
• Visit Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum (60 mins).
• Visit Frere Hall and its colonial gardens (40 mins).
• Enjoy an evening stroll at Clifton Beach (60 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Tip: Use refillable water bottles and avoid plastic waste during city excursions.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

Elevation: 8 m | Average January Weather: 17°C - 26°C, mild and dry

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Full-day exploration of Karachi's cultural and historical sites.
• Drive 30 mins to Mohatta Palace and admire its Indo-Islamic architecture (visit 60 mins).
• Drive 20 mins to Empress Market (visit 60 mins).
• Visit the Pakistan Maritime Museum (90 mins) for its naval exhibits.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• In the evening, drive 25 mins to Port Grand for dinner by the sea (90 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Support local artisans and purchase eco-friendly souvenirs.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

• Early breakfast.
• Drive 120 mins to Mubarak Village, one of Karachi's oldest fishing communities.
• Take a boat transfer (40 mins) to Churna Island, known for its coral reefs and marine life.
• Enjoy snorkeling, swimming, and eco-marine exploration (180 mins).
• Return to Karachi in the evening (120 mins drive).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Use reef-safe sunscreen and do not touch or collect coral.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

Elevation: Sea Level | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Breakfast, then drive 180 mins to Thatta, the ancient Mughal capital of Sindh.
• Visit Makli Necropolis (90 mins), a UNESCO World Heritage Site with intricately carved tombs.
• Visit Shah Jahan Mosque (40 mins), famous for its acoustics and tile work.
• Drive 30 mins to Keenjhar Lake for boating (60 mins) and birdwatching.
• Eco-Friendly Practice: Avoid feeding wild birds or fish, and keep the lakeshore litter-free.

Overnight stay in Thatta.

Elevation: 10 m | Weather: 16°C - 25°C

• Breakfast, then begin a 300-min scenic drive along the Makran Coastal Highway.
• Photo stops at the following locations.
• Hingol River Bridge (20 mins).
• Buzi Pass Viewpoint (20 mins).
• Princess of Hope and Baloch Sphinx formations (30 mins each).
• Arrive at Kund Malir Beach in the evening and relax (60 mins).
• Dinner and overnight stay at beach huts.
• Eco-Friendly Action: Participate in a beach cleanup before the sunset walk.

Elevation: Sea Level | Weather: 17°C - 26°C

• Breakfast at camp.
• Full-day exploration of Hingol National Park.
• Drive 60 mins to Hinglaj Mata Temple, an ancient Hindu pilgrimage site (visit 90 mins).
• Visit the Mud Volcanoes (30 mins).
• Enjoy wildlife viewing and short hikes in the park area (120 mins).
• Return to Kund Malir Beach (60 mins).
• Evening bonfire and stargazing (90 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Follow Leave No Trace principles and use reusable dining utensils.

Overnight stay at Kund Malir.

Elevation: 150 m | Weather: 15°C - 24°C

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Drive 240 mins along the coastal highway to Ormara, a tranquil fishing town.
• Photo stops at Golden Beach and Buzi Pass (20 mins each).
• Free time to relax on the beach (90 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Tip: Support local fishermen by purchasing handmade crafts.

Overnight stay in Ormara.

Elevation: Sea Level | Weather: 18°C - 27°C

• Breakfast, then continue 300 mins to Gwadar, the deep-sea port city.
• Check in to the hotel and rest.
• In the evening, drive 20 mins to Koh-e-Batil for sunset views (60 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Respect marine life and coastal flora, and avoid plastic packaging.

Overnight stay in Gwadar.

Elevation: 10 m | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• City sightseeing includes the following stops.
• Gwadar Port Viewpoint (45 mins).
• Hammerhead Rock (30 mins).
• Gwadar Fish Harbor (60 mins).
• Drive along Marine Drive (30 mins).
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Evening free (120 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Use local transport where possible and minimize vehicle idling.

Overnight stay in Gwadar.

Elevation: 10 m | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Early breakfast.
• Drive 120 mins to Pasni Jetty.
• Take a boat transfer (90 mins) to Astola Island, Pakistan's largest offshore island.
• Enjoy snorkeling, photography, and a short island trek (180 mins).
• Return to Gwadar (90 mins by boat + 120 mins drive).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Leave nothing behind and bring back all waste.

Overnight stay in Gwadar.

Elevation: Sea Level | Weather: 19°C - 27°C

• Breakfast, then drive 180 mins to Jewani and Ganz, near the Iran border.
• Explore quiet mangrove ecosystems and beaches (150 mins).
• Picnic lunch in eco-friendly packaging.
• Return to Gwadar (180 mins).
• Eco-Friendly Action: Avoid disturbing mangrove roots and nesting birds.

Overnight stay in Gwadar.

Elevation: 15 m | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Breakfast, then begin the return journey.
• Stops for rest and photography (60 mins total).
• Arrive in Ormara by evening.
• Dinner and overnight stay in Ormara.

Elevation: Sea Level | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Drive 240 mins to the Hingol area.
• Visit the Mud Volcano Field (40 mins) and enjoy a short nature hike (60 mins).
• Relax at Kund Malir Beach in the afternoon (120 mins).
• Dinner and overnight stay at Kund Malir.
• Eco-Friendly Action: Participate in a sand dune conservation awareness walk.

Elevation: 100 m | Weather: 17°C - 25°C.

• Breakfast, then drive 300 mins back to Karachi along the scenic coastal route.
• Stop at Makran viewpoints (30 mins) for final photography.
• Dinner at a city restaurant.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

Elevation: 8 m | Weather: 18°C - 26°C

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Free time for shopping (90 mins) or relaxation before transfer to Jinnah International Airport.
• The tour ends with cherished memories of Pakistan's coastal beauty and sustainable travel experiences.

Elevation: 8 m | Weather: 17°C - 26°C