Shandur Polo Festival – The World’s Highest Polo Ground Celebration

The Shandur Polo Festival is an annual traditional polo event held at Shandur Top, the world’s highest polo ground at about 3,700 meters altitude in Pakistan. Dating back to 1936, it features freestyle polo matches between teams from Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan, attracting thousands of spectators globally. The festival celebrates not only the sport but also local culture through music, dance, crafts, and community camping under the open sky, symbolizing unity and cultural exchange in the region.

Tour Overview

Rawalpindi – Peshawar – Chitral – Shandur – Chitral – Peshawar – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Historic Polo Legacy

Learn about the festival’s origins dating back to 1936 and the creation of ‘Mas Junali’ – the moonlit polo ground.

Traditional Freestyle Polo

Watch matches played under classic freestyle rules, emphasizing speed and skill.

Cultural Extravaganza

Enjoy music, dance, and crafts that highlight the region’s rich heritage.

Community Spirit

Camp alongside visitors and locals, sharing in the festive atmosphere under the open sky.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

RAWALPINDI

Arrival and briefing session

Day 02

RAWALPINDI – PESHAWAR

Drive to Peshawar (3 hours)

Day 03

PESHAWAR – CHITRAL

Flight from Peshawar to Chitral (1 hour)

Day 04

CHITRAL – SHANDUR

Jeep drive to Shandur (6 hours)

Days 05-07