📍 Destinations: Keran, Sharda, Kel, Arang Kel, Ratti Gali Lake
Starting Point: Muzaffarabad / Islamabad
📅 Day 1: Islamabad – Muzaffarabad – Keran
- Early morning departure from Islamabad
- Drive through Murree, Kohala, and Muzaffarabad
- Stop at Dhani Waterfall (optional)
- Continue towards Keran (beautiful riverside town along the Neelum River)
- Evening: River view and local exploration
- Overnight Stay: Hotel/Guesthouse in Keran
📅 Day 2: Keran – Sharda – Kel
- Breakfast at Keran
- Drive to Sharda, visit Sharda University Ruins
- Scenic drive along Neelum River to Kel (approx 3–4 hrs)
- Explore local Kel town, rest for next day’s trek
- Overnight Stay: Kel (basic hotel or guesthouse)
📅 Day 3: Kel – Arang Kel (Trek Day)
- Morning chairlift ride or hike to Arang Kel (30-40 min uphill trek)
- Spend the day in the lush green meadows of Arang Kel, known as “Mini Switzerland”
- Optional: Hike around or relax in wooden cottages
- Evening bonfire (optional, weather-permitting)
- Overnight Stay: Arang Kel wooden hut/cabin
📅 Day 4: Kel – Dowarian – Ratti Gali Basecamp – Lake
- Early breakfast, descend back to Kel
- Drive to Dowarian and transfer to 4×4 jeep for Ratti Gali Basecamp
- Hike or horseback ride to Ratti Gali Lake (approx 1.5–2 hrs moderate trek)
- Spend time at the lake, enjoy picnic and photography
- Return to Dowarian or Keran
- Overnight Stay: Dowarian / Keran
📅 Day 5: Return to Islamabad
- Breakfast and check out
- Scenic drive back to Muzaffarabad and onward to Islamabad
- Optional stop at Red Fort Muzaffarabad
- Drop-off by evening/night
✅ Package Highlights
- ✅ Off-road adventure to Ratti Gali
- ✅ Alpine meadows of Arang Kel
- ✅ Sharda Ruins and River Neelum views
- ✅ Trekking, bonfires, and cultural exposure
🚙 Recommended Travel Mode:
- 4×4 vehicle or comfortable Hiace for group
- Local jeeps for Ratti Gali & Arang Kel access