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In This Post
<\/strong>– What is ice fishing?<\/a>
– Ice fishing in Pakistan<\/a>
– Safety tips for ice fishing<\/a>
– Winter tourism in Pakistan<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever gone ice fishing in Pakistan? The chances are that this is the first time you are even hearing of it. Although it\u2019s considered a popular activity in the Scandinavian countries and parts of North America, which have extremely cold winters, a large number of frozen lakes and lots of open spaces, it has never drawn much attention among those living in Pakistan \u2013 well, until now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As it turns out, ice fishing has become one of the new tourist attractions in Pakistan, especially among international travellers who are enjoying the sub-zero temperatures in the northern areas by indulging in this winter-time sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Ice Fishing?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ice fishing is on its way to becoming a major tourist attraction in Pakistan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

As the name suggests, ice fishing refers to the practice of catching fish by cutting a hole in the ice on a frozen lake. In the most basic setting, fishermen would carve a small opening in the ice above a frozen body of water, put some bait on a hook, set a line and then wait for the fish to bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to mention that this activity is not always sustenance-driven and is mostly about the experience itself, though you can always eat what you catch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ice Fishing in Pakistan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A panoramic view of the stunning Malam Jabba hill station during winter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ice fishing in Pakistan is a relatively new phenomenon. Though people living in the upper reaches of Gilgit Baltistan and other northern parts of the country have been catching fish from frozen lakes as a means of sustenance for ages, there weren\u2019t any renowned ice fishing places in Pakistan until recently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As reported by a leading English daily, ice fishing has been introduced as a winter activity for the first time in Malam Jabba, which happens to be one of the most beautiful places to visit in Pakistan. Located about 50 kilometer away from the picturesque city of Saidu Sharif in the stunning Swat Valley, Malam Jabba is considered one of the top winter tourist destinations in Pakistan<\/a>. The breathtakingly beautiful hill station remains a popular spot among holidaymakers all throughout the year. It is also home to one of the most popular ski resorts in Pakistan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tourists, both local and foreign, have apparently seemed to show great interest in ice fishing. According to the reports, a large number of visitors have been fishing trout amidst snowfall and falling temperatures. Some also called it a unique experience \u2013 after all, when else would you get a chance to crack the ice on a frozen pond and catch fresh trout in such a scenic environment? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, after catching the fish, you can also grill it for lunch or dinner, which only adds to the appeal of ice fishing in Malam Jabba. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If this trend grows and spreads to other tourist destinations, it can soon become one of the top winter activities for foreigners in Pakistan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety Tips for Ice Fishing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Looking out for thin ice is one of the most important precautionary measures for ice fishing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you are planning to travel to Swat Valley or any other winter tourist destinations in Pakistan for ice fishing, here are a few things you need to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n