Shogran is a picturesque hill station at 2,362 metres, 80 km from Islamabad. Famous for panoramic views of Malka Parbat (5,290m). Seven kilometres above Shogran by 4×4 jeep lies Siri Paye — vast alpine meadow at 2,895m carpeted in wildflowers from June through August.
Activities include horse riding (Rs. 500–800), paragliding, camping and photography. The Kiwai Waterfall — a 30-minute walk through dense pine forest — is accessible on foot from the main Shogran road.
How to Get There
From Islamabad: Hazara Motorway (M-1) to Havelian, then Kiwai forest road to Shogran. Total: 80km, 2.5–3 hours. For Siri Paye, hire 4×4 jeeps at the Shogran jeep stand.
Visitor Tips
Start from Islamabad at 5 AM for a full Shogran day trip. Book Shogran hotel well in advance in peak season. Hire the Siri Paye jeep early — stands open at 7 AM.