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Jashne-e-Mayfung – Fire Festival of Baltistan

The Jashne-e-Mayfung, or Mayfung Fire Festival, is one of the most vibrant and ancient celebrations of Baltistan. Held annually on December 21st, this fiery winter solstice festival symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and marks the Balti New Year (Losar). Rooted in pre-Islamic traditions with ties to the Bön religion and Tibetan Buddhist culture, Mayfung brings warmth, joy, and spiritual cleansing during the longest night of the year. The tour offers an unforgettable immersion in this unique heritage through bonfires, fire dances, cultural shows, and community gatherings in Skardu and Khaplu.
  • 10 Days
  • December (Winter Solstice)
  • 6-12 people
  • 4.5 (224 reviews)
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Tour Overview

The Jashne-e-Mayfung, or Mayfung Fire Festival, is one of the most vibrant and ancient celebrations of Baltistan. Held annually on December 21st, this fiery winter solstice festival symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and marks the Balti New Year (Losar). Rooted in pre-Islamic traditions with ties to the Bön religion and Tibetan Buddhist culture, Mayfung brings warmth, joy, and spiritual cleansing during the longest night of the year. The tour offers an unforgettable immersion in this unique heritage through bonfires, fire dances, cultural shows, and community gatherings in Skardu and Khaplu.
  • Route Highlights
Islamabad – Chilas – Skardu – Khaplu – Skardu – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Ancient Fire Festival

Celebrate the winter solstice with bonfires, fire throwing, and cultural rituals.

Balti New Year

Mark Losar with joy, symbolizing the transition from darkness to light.

Deep Cultural Roots

Experience a tradition influenced by Bön religion and Tibetan Buddhism.

Mountain Community Spirit

Join locals in keeping an age-old tradition alive in the heart of Baltistan.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ISLAMABAD

Arrival in Islamabad and transfer to hotel

Day 02

ISLAMABAD – SKARDU/CHILAS

Flight to Skardu or drive to Chilas in case of flight cancellation

Day 03

CHILAS – SKARDU

Drive from Chilas to Skardu through mountain roads

Day 04

SKARDU – MAYFUNG FESTIVAL

Participate in Jashne-e-Mayfung fire festival in Skardu

Day 05

SKARDU – KHAPLU

2½ hrs scenic drive to Khaplu for Mayfung celebrations

Day 06

KHAPLU – MAYFUNG FESTIVAL

Day to explore Khaplu and enjoy the fire festival events

Day 07

Free Day in Khaplu

Optional village walks and local interactions

Day 08

KHAPLU – SKARDU

Return drive to Skardu

Day 09

SKARDU – ISLAMABAD/BISHAM

Fly back to Islamabad or drive to Bisham (weather dependent)

Day 10

ISLAMABAD – DEPARTURE

Transfer to airport for onward international flight

What's Included

  • Assistance upon arrival/departure
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Road transfers between airport/hotel and within city as per itinerary
  • Wages of English/Urdu speaking guide
  • All sightseeing entrance fees
  • Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fees
  • A bottle of mineral water per person per day in cities

What's Not Included

  • International airfare, airport tax, excess baggage charges
  • Medications, ground evacuations and helicopter rescue charges of any kind
  • Meals (dinner & lunch), room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills, and items of personal nature
  • Insurance liability of member(s) and other under force majeure conditions
  • Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet

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Duration

10 Days

Season

December (Winter Solstice)

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate
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