The lushest valley in Swat valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan is known as its Gabin Jabba famous for its unique camping pods, and calm atmosphere is situated at a distance of about 65 km from Mingora city.
Gabin Jabba (Swat) Pakistan
This area is becoming very popular due to its lush meadows, dense forests, high snowy peaks, and beautiful landscape that can be seen everywhere. Gabin Jabba is also known as the tourist hot-spot of locals here as it is not yet explored by tourists from other regions, so it is very clean and amazing up till now.
I urge you to please keep this paradise-like place nice and clean as it is now and bring your trash back. Many tourists travel toward Swat from Islamabad to enjoy a scenic journey of a heaven-like place on the earth, so it is our primary duty to keep this paradise heaven.
In the Pashto language, Gabin Jabba means "honey marshes" because honey bees are found in a large number here as compared to other regions of the country, and the honey of Gabin Jabba is very famous throughout the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Gabin Jabba height
Gabin Jabba is situated in the Swat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with an altitude of about 8470 ft (2582 m) from sea level.
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Where is Gabin Jabba Pakistan?
Gabin Jabba is located in the Hindu Kush mountain range, at a distance of about 55 km from Saidu Sharif Airport, and takes about one and half hours drive to reach.
Gabin Jabba from Islamabad
You need to cover a distance of about 295 km from Islamabad to Gabin Jabba via M-1 and then M-16.
Mingora to Gabin Jabba
You can easily reach Gabin Jabba from Mingora city of Swat in about two hours as the distance between Mingora and Gabin Jabba is just 60 km.
How do you reach Gabin Jabba?
You need to travel from Mingora towards the beautiful Kalam valley of Swat, there is a small town just before Madyan named Rahat Kot. There is a road on your left side at this area of Rahat Kot that will lead you to the Gabin Jabba. From Rahat Kot to Gabin Jabba distance is about 20 km.
Is Gabin Jabba worth visiting?
Gabin Jabba is not very famous but visiting Gabin Jabba is highly recommended because it offers striking scenery and a healthy atmosphere. It is just like a paradise on earth, you can see lush meadows surrounded by dense forests on the top of a mountain which is located underneath snow-capped peaks all around.
Gabin Jabba road conditions
The roads conditions to travel on are quite good and fine, The local Government (Administration) has constructed a paved road that causes a safe journey towards Gabin Jabba and you can bring your own vehicles of any kind as well till its base camp.
Gabin Jabba trek
To reach Gabin Jabba top from its base camp you need to hike for about an hour, or you can opt to hire a four-by-four jeep as well at a cost of PKR 2500 only.
But hiking at this marvelous place on the earth is highly recommended as it will give you a feel like walking on the moon. Moreover, some adventure seekers try this hiking trek from its very beginning to make their journey more joyful and memorable.
Gabin Jabba weather
The weather here at Gabin Jabba remains cool, calm, nice, and healthy throughout the summer season, and becomes unfavorable during the winter season due to heavy rain and snow.
But with the help of some private firms and investors administration (local government) is trying to boost tourism activities here in the winter season as well, by developing this paradise-like place and facilitating tourists.
Facilities for tourists
It is not that much-developed a tourist destination till now so its lack of facilities there, I would suggest you avoid spending a night there with your family. But spending a night at Gabin Jabba with adult friends (male) would be enjoyable and adventurous.
Best time to visit Gabin Jabba
According to me the best time to visit Gabin Jabba is summer i.e. April to September because during the summer season it becomes accessible, moreover, the gardens of apples and other seasonal fruits will add joy to your journey.
But I am waiting to go there in the winter season that can only be possible by increasing facilities for tourists and development and allowing them some activities in a safe atmosphere.
Gabin Jabba camping pods
The main reason for the popularity of Gabin Jabba is its newest addition of camping pods by the local government (administration). These wooden camping pods have really been very attractive and admirable.
These are of two beds and four beds with attached bath, a small sitting arrangement with a light lamp and a small window for scenic views are really fascinating.
These have been installed on a very lush meadow surrounded by tall trees underneath of sky touching peaks, and the noise of flowing spring nearing these pods adds to its beauty.
For more details and online booking from KPCTA for these pods click here.
Note:
All camping pods will be closed from 3rd October 2022 due to maintenance and season off. Moreover, don't forget to bring your Covid-19 vaccination certificate along with you.
For Rest Houses Booking Dial
0348-9122250
For Camping Pods Booking Dial
0316-9763575
Booking Timing: 10:00AM to 06:00PM
How do you reach Gabin Jabba's camping pods?
You can hire a four-by-four jeep at minimal cost to reach Gabin Jabba camping pods because this track is not so fit for other vehicles, but adventure seekers should go hiking because it is just a 3 km long track, and the most beautiful and amazing in the area.
Facilities at Camping pods
These beautiful pods are specially designed and available for a family's stay, with an open-air sitting arrangement between the pods. These camping pods are covered with strong barbed wire protective walls for safety purposes.
Kitchen facilities with a cook/chef are also available where you can order food of your taste. Moreover, you can cook in the kitchen on your own as well.
Gabin Jabba Pictures
Recommendations
It is highly recommended and advised that you must have an advance booking (online) to avoid any unfavorable circumstances because normally these pods remain booked and you can be exhausted and frustrated.