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Ayubia Chairlift: The Complete Guide

๐Ÿ“… Aug 16, 2026โฑ 5 min read
Editorial note: Prepared by the Pakistan Tours local operations team. Visa, permit, safety, access and price information can change; confirm current official requirements and your written quotation before travel.

The Ayubia chairlift, within Ayubia National Park near Nathiagali, offers one of the most accessible scenic rides in the Galiyat hill-station region, a relaxed way to take in pine-forested valley views without a strenuous hike.

What the ride is like: The chairlift carries visitors over dense pine forest along a ridge within Ayubia National Park, with clear views across the surrounding Galiyat hills on a good-weather day, a short, easy activity suited to all ages rather than a serious adventure attraction.

Combining with the wider park: Ayubia National Park itself offers walking trails through the same pine forest, meaning the chairlift is typically one part of a half-day visit rather than a standalone stop, many visitors combine it with a short forest walk before or after the ride.

Getting there: Ayubia sits along the same general Galiyat road as Nathiagali, roughly 3-3.5 hours from Islamabad, most visitors combine it with a wider Nathiagali or Murree-area itinerary rather than a dedicated day trip solely for the chairlift.

Best time to visit: April-October for clear views and comfortable weather; the chairlift typically operates on a seasonal basis, so confirm current operating status if visiting outside peak season.

How it compares to Malam Jabba's chairlift: Ayubia's ride is generally considered the gentler, more scenic option, set within a national park's forest rather than a resort development, see our separate Malam Jabba Chairlift guide for how that experience differs.

See our Nathiagali destination guide for the full Galiyat itinerary including this stop.

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