What is the Kalash Joshi Festival?

The Kalash Joshi Festival is a traditional celebration observed by the Kalash people to mark the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter.

When is the festival celebrated?

The festival typically occurs in late October or early November, depending on the local calendar.

Where is the festival celebrated?

It is celebrated in the Kalash Valleys of Chitral, Pakistan.

What are the key traditions of the festival?

The festival includes singing, dancing, ritual sacrifices, and prayers to deities for protection during the winter.

Who participates in the festival?

All members of the Kalash community, including men, women, and children, take part in the festivities

Why is the Kalash Joshi Festival important?

It is a cultural and religious event that helps preserve the unique identity and customs of the Kalash people

Kalash Joshi Festival Tour | Experience Spring Celebrations

Accomodation
2-3 stars hotels (in some places best available)
Arrival City
Islamabad
Departure City
Islamabad
Guide
Guided
Language
English
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner (normally included)
Mineral Water
Yes
Transportation
Transportation: Car or Van/ grand Cabin 13 seats or Coaster/minibus, 21seats (4 x4 landcrouisers or 4x 4 classical jeeps)
Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
75

KALASH JOSHI FESTIVAL TOUR

The Kalash Valley is a distinctive cultural region situated in the Chitral District of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. The Kalash people are renowned for their unique culture, religion, and festivals, which differ significantly from the surrounding Muslim-majority areas.

One of the most significant festivals celebrated by the Kalash community is the Joshi Festival. This festival typically occurs in the spring, around May 14th to 16th, and marks the arrival of spring and the blossoming of flowers. During this festival, the Kalash people engage in various rituals, dances, and ceremonies to pray for a bountiful harvest, prosperity, and protection from evil spirits.

The festival is characterized by vibrant traditional attire, lively music, and dances performed by both men and women. It also serves as a time for the community to gather, socialize, and strengthen their cultural bonds. The Joshi Festival attracts tourists from around the globe who are interested in experiencing the unique culture and traditions of the Kalash people.

The Kalash Spring Festival is not only a celebration of nature and a new season but also an important cultural event that contributes to the preservation of the unique traditions and heritage of the Kalash people.

KALASH JOSHI FESTIVAL TOUR

-Meet the Kalasha people and experience their unique history, religion, culture, and hospitality.
-Witness amazing views of the Chitral Valley from the Chitral Gol National Park.
-Follow the Chitral River as you drive along a spectacular road through the Hindu Kush mountain range.
-Visit the lush plateau of the Shandur Pass 3800m, wonderful landcape
- Visit of Hunza- Nagar Valley, the highest Mountain valley of Karakorum
- Travel on the Karakorum Highway, “the 8 th wonder of the Wold”.

Day 01 :

12th May/Day-01: Arrival at Islamabad airport and transfer to hotel, in the rest of the time sightseeing of Islamabad and Rawalpindi

Day 02 :

13th May/Day-02: Drive to Swat Valley, overnight at hotel in Swat

Day 03 :

14th May/Day-04: Drive from Swat to Kalash Bumburet 7-9 hrs,

Day 04 :

15th May/Day-05: Festival attending/hotel

Day 05 :

16th May/Day-06: Festival/hotel

Day 06 :

17th May/Day-07: Festival attend and evening drive to Chitral/hotel