I have recently visited Kalam on my own car GLi 2017 with family. The road from Behrain to Kalam is not in good condition but one can go till Kalam on his own car if driving carefully 10-20KM/hrs. I also visited Malam Jabba on my own car and road is in reasonable condition except at the end but most of the people going by their own cars. After visiting I would recommend not to visit as its good point for Winter with snow but not worth visiting after 2 hours of drive on this hectic road.
In Kalam I stayed in Ali Hotel which is very economical and in main bazar near Joy Land. I got a room with double bed and two mattress for just Rs. 1500 per Night. You can also get room with 4 bed (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds) in just Rs. 3000/2500. The staff was very cooperative in all aspects.
From Kalam to different points Jeep fares are different like
- For Mohudand (Rs. 3000-4000)
- For Atror, Gabral, Kharkhari Lack (Rs. 5000)
- You should also visit Blue Water which is just 5-6 KM from Kalam and you can go on your own car or hire simple car for Rs. 2000
You have to negotiate to get better rates as they ask for more. You can get simple cars for low fares but its better to higher jeeps. I hired one driver for 3 days to travel to different points and he was very cooperative and expert. I am sharing his details below
Name: Ameer Zaad
Phone: 0314-4044146
Vehicle: Toyota Surf
Note: The good time to contact either early morning before 8 AM or after 8 PM.
