These 7 Khanpur Dam Activities Will Make your Day

Make your Khanpur dam tour worthy by doing these 7 activities.

There is an adventurer in you. A traveler who wants to see the whole of the world. A fantasy lover who wants to stay outside all night.

Hey! why are you wasting your life by only thinking of that? Don’t you know about the Khanpur dam?

It is the most suitable place for extraordinary people.

A blend of beauty for nature lovers. And a mixture of sports activities. Everything is available here, which a picnic spot should have.

Do you want to know more? Try to read the blog till the end.

Khanpur dam

Khanpur dam is on the dazzling river Haro in Haripur. The river Haro originates from the mesmeric district of Abbottabad.

The dam was completed in 1983 and is open to every tourist.

The beauty, the calmness, and the stunning weather at Khanpur dam fascinate the tourists.
Small but green and attractive hills sweep off one’s feet.

Khanpur dam location

Khanpur dam is in the small town of the district Haripur, located at the height of 167ft from sea level.

This beautiful picnic point is generating great revenue for Pakistan.

Islamabad to Khanpur Dam

The mesmeric blue and green water dam host many tourists every year. Most of the tourists who visit there are Islamabadian.

The reason is the Khanpur dam is very near to Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Islamabad to Khanpur dam is just 50km. It means you can reach it in an hour from Islamabad to the Khanpur dam.

Khanpur Lake

Khanpur lake is formed on the dam. The lake is performing two vital functions at once.

It is an important picnic point and it also provides drinking water to twin cities.

Islamabad and Rawalpindi rely on the water of this dam.

Moreover, vast land is irrigated by the water of the Khanpur dam lake.

Activities at Khanpur dam

Khanpur dam is made for the adventurers. The sportsmen love visiting this magnificently beautiful picnic point.

There are many sports and adventure activities available for the visitors.
These include some water sports and air adventure activities.
Here is the list

• Khanpur dam paragliding
• Parasailing in Khanpur dam
• Khanpur dam jet ski
• Khanpur dam cliff diving
• Zipline Khanpur dam
• Khanpur dam boating
• Scuba diving in Khanpur Dam

Khanpur Dam Paragliding

Paragliding is the most attractive and adventurous activity of all time at the Khanpur dam.
Most of the visitors visit Khanopur dam just for the sake of this amazing Khanpurdam activity.

Flying like a bird in the sky without any fear of falling is just amazing. Khanpur dam paragliding is the most recommended activity for visitors.

Parasailing in Khanpur dam

People who fear paragliding enjoy Parasailing in the Khanpur dam.
The same is the way of flying high in the sky but this time a parachute is attached to the boat.
This recreational activity also forces many adventurers to visit the beautiful dam.

The blue water of the dam cools down the eyes of visitors when they look at the dam from height.
Those small hills look smaller than usual from the height.

Don’t you want to see the world under your feet? So why are you getting late? Hurry up! plan for the Khanpur dam trip and enjoy the best of nature with adventure.

Khanpur dam jet ski

Jet skiing is another level of pleasure. You will feel regret if you will not enjoy this adventure.
Dare yourself to ride on the water and enjoy the roaring sound of scattering waves around your jet bike.

Nothing could be more satisfying than seeing the waves coming in and going out from your jet ski. Must ensure safety precautions before going to jet ski or jet bike ride.

Khanpur Dam Cliff Diving

Cliff diving is the sport of daredevils. They dive from a hill into the dam and enjoy their adventure.

Cliff diving height is approximately 20-25ft. Who dares to do this? The daredevils.

When the water level rises, this height lowers down to 15ft only. So the best time to do cliff diving is September to October at the Khanpur dam.

Khanpur Dam Boating

Boating is also a popular recreational activity at the Khanpur dam. Families love boating as it is safe and easy.

Bring your family to the Khanpur dam and enjoy the fun of boating.

This blue water will make you fall in love with the dam. Bear in the mind this activity only suits the family and kids. It will produce nothing but boredom for young people.

Khanpur Dam Snorkeling

Snorkeling is now getting popular in the waters of Khanpur dam. Float on the surface of the water and enjoy the best experience of your life.

Snorkeling is just 3000 rupees away from you. So what are you waiting for? Go in a hurry! life doesn’t give too many chances.

Khanpur Dam Scuba Diving

Khanpur dam also has the facility of scuba diving. Swim in the depth of water and enjoy meeting trout.

Moreover, you can become PADI certified diver there, by learning diving skills.

This is the most fascinating activity at the Khanpur dam. To be honest, I have watched this in movies only.

What do you need to know now? Pack your bags for the extremely beautiful tour.

Zipline Khanpur Dam

The last but not the least activity of Khanpur dam is zipline at the Mabali island.

I personally don’t like zipline but it’s somehow adventurous and hosts many tourists.

From all the above activities paragliding and parasailing can take your heart.

If you are planning to visit Khanpur keep in mind all the activities and all the things to do there.

But wait! These activities are not for free. You have to pay for these luxurious Khanpur dam activities.

Khanpur Dam Activities Prices

The price of activities depends upon your travel agency and the number of persons.

Here I am to share with you the prices of different activities.

Khanpur Dam Ticket Price

Many travel agencies provide tickets for the whole tour and activities at the Khanpur dam.

I couldn’t share with you their names. Just check them out by searching on google.

Moreover, different travel agencies have different rates for different activities.

But mainly they charge the same. Let’s have a look at different activities prices at the dam.

Paragliding Khanpur Dam price

Many different packages are available but 4500 rupees per person for 10 to 15 minutes is recommended.

If somebody agrees with these charges, book the deal.

Khanpur Dam Parasailing charges

Price 3500 for 10 to 15 minutes is recommended for one person.

Khanpur Dam Jet Ski rates

Jet Ski or Jet bike is available at the price of 1000 rupees per person.

Cliff Diving Charges

Cliff diving is available at only 600 rupees. It depends upon the number of people.

Khanpur Dam Boating Charges

Boating is popular yet cheap and affordable. You can enjoy boating for just 1000 rupees.

Khanpur Dam Scuba Diving Charges

Scuba diving is available at 5000 rupees per person.

Jet Ski rates

You can enjoy Jet Ski by paying 1000 rupees only.

Mabali Island Zipline Charges

Rupees 600 per person are required to enjoy this beautiful ride.

Hotels And Resorts In Khanpur Dam

There are many hotels and resorts to stay in Khanpur dam but some resorts are up to mark.
These are

• Orange Lake Resort Khanpur Dam
• Gandhara Resort Khanpur Dam
• Canadian Resort Khanpur Dam

Orange Lake Resort

Orange Lake Resort provides free parking and restaurant to visitors.
One thing more special the orange lake resort provides free wifi to guests in public places.
The resort is just 15 minutes away from the Khanpur dam viewpoint.

Gandhara Resort

This Gandhara castle Resort Khanpur is a purely scenic resort in the area.
It also provides onsite dinner and free parking to the guests.

Canadian Resort

Canadian resort at Khanpur dam is heavenly beautiful. It is just 5km away from the largest sleeping Budha statue at the Bhamala site.

Khanpur Dam Mabali Island

Mabali Island is the most scenic and most crowded place in Khanpur.
There are many huts and camps to stay there at night. Many fun and adventurous activities are provided by admins of Mabali Island.

Moreover, there are many romantic huts and camps available for a night’s stay at Mabali Island.
These include SAVI Hut, RATTI Hut, Blue Lake Caravan, and honeymoon Hut.

Many other huts are also available but these stand the test of time.

You can also do lakeside camping at Mabali Island.

I recommend Mabali Island for the night stay in Khanpur dam.

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