Kalash Festivals
The Kalasha community celebrates many festivals throughout the year, often referred to as the Kalash Festival. Inhabited in three main villages of Chitral, including Bumburet, Rumbur, and Birir, the Kalash community celebrate Chilam Joshi Festival upon the arrival of spring, the Uchal Festival paying homage to nature for the good harvest, and the Choimus Festival marking the end of the fieldworks or the festival dedicated especially for the Bolumain Spirit.
Apart from the three predominant festivals, another celebration is held in Birir Valley known as the Phool Festival. The event takes place in mid-October, celebrating the harvest of grapes and walnuts.
The Kalash Festival Tour features.
- Observing the local culture, rituals, and traditions of the Kalasha community
- Participation in the rituals of the festivals, with the opportunity of observing the traditional music, local dance, and ceremonial sacrifices honoring their gods.
- Savoring the local cuisines, prepared for the festivals.
Travel Mode
Travel by-road
Number of Days
Total Days 6
Suitability
Family Friendly
Custom Option
Itinerary Flexible
Chitral Valley Tour (8-days)
Kalash Valley Tour (6-days)
Chilam Joshi Festival Kalash (7-days)