Lowari Pass

Lowari Pass (3,118 m), the lowest pass into Chitral, crossing the Hindu Raj from Upper Dir.

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Lowari Top, at about 10,230 feet, crosses the Hindu Raj between Upper Dir and Chitral and is by far the lowest way into the Chitral valley; the other passes are 12,000 to 15,000 feet. It is the shortest route from Chitral to Peshawar. Heavy snow closes the pass to vehicles from late November to late May, and avalanches are a real danger.

Why go

✦The shortest road from Chitral to Peshawar
✦About 3,118 m over the Hindu Raj
✦Views of the mountains on both sides

How to Reach

On the road from Upper Dir to Chitral. In winter traffic uses the Lowari Tunnel below the pass.

Planning tip

Best Time to Visit, June to October; the pass is snowbound from late November to late May.

Getting there, On the road from Upper Dir to Chitral. In winter traffic uses the Lowari Tunnel below the pass.

Allow, A stop on the Dir–Chitral journey.

What to Do

◆Cross on the road between Dir and Chitral

◆Stop at the top for the views

◆Use the Lowari Tunnel when the pass is closed

Nearby

Straight-line distance from Lowari Pass, within 5 km.

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