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Tilla Chourani
HardIslamabad (Margalla Hills)

Tilla Chourani

Difficulty
Hard
Distance
17.2km
Elevation gain
1,156 m
Duration
7h
Best season
Oct – Apr

The journey

Tilla Chourani is a 17.2km hard hike in Islamabad (Margalla Hills). It climbs 1,156 m and takes about 7h.

Trail Statistics

17.2km
Distance
Total trail length
7h
Duration
Estimated hiking time
+1,156m
Elevation Gain
Total ascent
Hard
Difficulty
Trail difficulty level
Point to point
Route Type
Shape of the trail
1,557m
High Point
Highest elevation
-522m
Descent
Total descent

Trail map

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Ways up

2 recorded routes to the same place. Pick the one that suits the day you have.

RouteDistanceAscentTimeGrade
Tilla Chourani Via Bruti10.4km+104m3hHard
Tilla Chourani From Trail 517.2km+1,156m6hExpert

Elevation profile

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Elevation5821,554 m · +1,156 m gain
0 km8.6 km17.2 km

Weather

Five-day forecast at the trailhead, 582 m.

  1. Today

    27°20°

  2. Tomorrow

    30°18°

  3. Sat

    31°20°

  4. Sun

    29°20°

  5. Mon

    29°20°

Expect roughly 6°C colder at the high point (1,557 m), before wind chill. Mountain weather turns faster than any forecast.

Forecast from MET Norway, updated hourly.

Frequently asked questions

What is special about Tilla Chourani?

It is a Margalla-area high point offering a quieter alternative to Islamabad's better-known hiking routes.

Is Tilla Chourani a good alternative to the main Margalla trails?

Yes, it is a good option for hikers looking for a less conventional route.

Is the route suitable for first-time hikers?

It is best suited to experienced hikers who are comfortable navigating less-developed mountain routes.

Is navigation important on Tilla Chourani?

Yes, an offline map or GPX track is particularly useful on less-established sections.

What is the best reason to hike Tilla Chourani?

The route offers a quieter mountain experience away from Islamabad's busiest hiking trails.

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