Ziarat Valley and Ancient Juniper Forest Balochistan
Ziarat Valley in Balochistan is a historic high-altitude hill station famous for harboring the second largest ancient UNESCO-recognized Juniper Forest ecosystem in the world.
ExploreWali Tangi Lake Quetta Balochistan
Quetta, Balochistan
Overview
Situated approximately 20 kilometers east of Quetta city center past Urak Valley at an elevation of over 2500 meters above sea level Wali Tangi Lake is a pristine secluded high-altitude mountain reservoir and eco-tourism paradise. Constructed by the Pakistan Army Engineers in 1962 across a narrow mountain gorge to supply clean drinking water to Quetta city Wali Tangi is famous for its crystal clear emerald turquoise waters dramatic limestone canyon walls wild juniper trees and peaceful solitude. Accessible via a scenic winding mountain road Wali Tangi Lake offers an exclusive high-altitude retreat for mountain trekking nature walks photography and serene eco-adventure near Quetta.
Highlights
- High-altitude pristine mountain dam reservoir constructed in 1962 at an elevation of 2500 meters
- Located 20 kilometers east of Quetta city past Urak Valley in a dramatic mountain gorge
- Crystal clear emerald turquoise waters fed by pure mountain snowmelt and freshwater springs
- Surrounded by towering grey limestone canyon cliffs ancient junipers and wild pine groves
- Key source of fresh drinking water supply for Quetta city protected by security checkpoints
- Exclusive eco-tourism location ideal for mountain trekking landscape photography and solitude
Things To Do
- Admire the crystal clear emerald turquoise lake waters framed by dramatic limestone canyon cliffs
- Photograph high-altitude reflections of mountain peaks and juniper trees on the still water surface
- Hike along mountain canyon trails through wild juniper trees and freshwater mountain streams
- Enjoy peaceful nature walks crisp alpine mountain air and high-altitude solitude
- Combine your visit with nearby Urak Valley fruit orchards and Hanna Lake excursions
Local Transportation
Located along Urak-Wali Tangi Road 20 km east of Quetta city center 45 minutes drive. Accessible via SUV 4x4 high-clearance car or local Quetta taxi.
Accommodation
Visited exclusively as a day trip from Quetta. Luxury hotels including Serena Hotel Quetta boutique guest houses and budget stays are widely available in Quetta city center 45 minutes drive away.
Food & Cuisine
Remote eco-tourism destination. Bring your own snacks picnic rations and drinking water. Local dhabas in nearby Urak Valley serve fresh Shinwari Mutton Karahi Sajji and hot cardamom green tea.
Safety Information
Security-restricted mountain water reservoir managed by local administration and security checkposts. Visitors must carry original physical CNIC cards or Passports, obtain routine checkpost entry permission, drive carefully on narrow mountain inclines, and respect water protection rules.
Travel Tips
Carry physical CNIC cards for security checkposts, travel in a high-clearance car or 4x4, carry your own snacks and water as no commercial shops exist at the lake, avoid swimming in the deep reservoir, and pack away all trash.