IN THIS POST:
– Timings
– Ticket prices
– Ticket booking
– Location
– Contact details
– Safety guidelines
– Main features
Looking for a reprieve from the scorching summer heat? If you live in Karachi, you have a unique opportunity to experience snowfall while indulging in a range of fun-filled activities with your friends and family – that too without having to leave the city limits.
Yes, you read that right.
Winterland in Karachi is the perfect destination for those who want to beat the heat this summer. Located inside the beautiful and well-maintained Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Museum on Shahrah-e-Faisal, this one-of-its-kind winter wonderland offers visitors a chance to enjoy live snowfall in sub-zero temperatures as well as a number of other winter-themed attractions. Considered the first indoor ice park in Pakistan, Winterland is open to people of all ages and is easily accessible from all parts of the city.
So, if you don’t have any plans for the weekend, you should consider heading over to Winterland with your loved ones.
Winterland in Karachi – An Overview
Winterland in Karachi offers a ton of fun activities to its visitors – including a snow play area, stunning ice sculptures, ice slides, ice air hockey, merry snow round, and much more – in a climate-controlled environment. No matter how old you are, you are bound to find something to your liking at this impeccably planned indoor snow park.
While this winter wonderland is full of beautifully sculpted ice monuments and stunning animal figurines, its most exciting feature is undoubtedly its live snowfall. The park has over 7,000 tons of solid ice, which is created using high pressure and a fine mist of air, as per their website. It means the snow is going to be 100 percent real and not synthetic. So, if you’ve ever dreamed of playing around in the snow or having a snowball fight with your friends, now’s your chance!
Moreover, the park is open seven days a week and visitors are able to enjoy all of the activities at Winterland after purchasing their ticket. One ticket will only be valid for one session, which will be 60-minute long.
Also, did we mention that the temperature inside the park is set at -10 degrees centigrade?
Although Winterland provides rental jackets and accessories to the visitors. Therefore, make sure to put on some sweaters before entering the enchanting winter-themed snow park.
When to Visit Winterland in Karachi
Winterland Timings: Monday to Sunday 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
The first session starts at 3:00 PM and the last session ends at 11:00 PM. Each session is an hour long.
Winterland Ticket Prices
Regular Ticket Price: PKR 1,500 (including all activities)
Family Pass (4-Tickets): PKR 5,500 (including all activities)
Family Pass (6-Tickets): PKR 7,500 (including all activities)
Group Pass (9-Tickets): PKR 10,500 (including all activities)
Important note: All tickets must be booked in advance either online, through a call, or at the venue. Tickets cannot be purchased on arrival. Also, all ticket-holders must report to the booking office at least 10 minutes before their session is due to start.
Children younger than 2 years of age and senior citizens are allowed to enter Winterland in Karachi free of charge. As for the jacket and other rental accessories, please note that they are subject to availability, according to the official website.
Therefore, make sure to bundle up before visiting this winter wonderland in Karachi for some snowy fun.
How to Book Your Tickets for Winterland
There are three ways to book a ticket for Winterland: you can visit the venue and buy a ticket for a future date, call them on the number mentioned below or book one online.
For online booking, you will need to visit the official website of Winterland and click on the yellow ‘Request a Ticket’ button in the top navigation panel. You will then be redirected to the booking page and asked to fill out a form.
For the convenience of the visitors, the online booking process has divided into three steps:
Step 1
- Select the date you want to visit Winterland
- Select the session timings
- Select the total number of people
- Click on the ‘Add to Cart’ button
Step 2
You’ll be asked to confirm all the details you’ve entered online. If you have a promotional coupon, you can enter it in the relevant field on the webpage. After reviewing the total amount, please click on ‘Proceed to Checkout.’
Step 3
Enter your name, address, and contact details in the relevant fields to complete the checkout process.
Where is Winterland Located?
Winterland Location: Pakistan Air Force Museum, near Gate 4, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Faisal Cantt., Karachi.
Those living in Faisal Cantonment, Gulshan-e-Iqbal and near Stadium Road in Karachi can easily access this recreational spot.
Winterland Contact Details
You can either call 0304-111-7669(SNOW) or send an email to info@winterland.pk for booking details and other queries.
Winterland Safety Rules and Guidelines
The management of Winterland in Karachi has introduced some rules to ensure the comfort and safety of their visitors.
- All ticket holders must be wearing long trousers and socks. Given the sub-zero temperature inside the winter wonderland in Karachi, it is compulsory to wear warm clothing.
- Pregnant women as well as children and adults suffering from a cold, allergies or any other medical condition, have been advised not to enter the snow chambers at Winterland.
- Visitors are strictly prohibited from bringing eatables, cigarettes, firearms, inflammable objects and weapons of any sort inside the park.
It is important to mention that in case of an emergency, first aid service will be available at the venue.
Why You Should Visit Winterland in Karachi
Here is a list of major attractions you can enjoy at Winterland.
- Ice play area
- Live snowfall
- Ice slides
- Ice sculptures
- Merry snow round
- Ice air hockey
As the name suggests, the ice play area allows visitors to jump around and play in the snow, while the ice slides let the ticket-holders slide down its slopes and curves while sitting safely on a rubber seat as many times as they would like. The fantasy arcade features an amazing ice sculpture of popular children’s cartoons and characters. You can even take shelter from the cold inside an igloo.
Meanwhile, Merry Snow Round is an icy take on the classic Merry Go Round. You can also get into a friendly competition with your companions and have an ice air hockey tournament.
So, when are you planning to visit Winterland in Karachi for a day full of exciting games and activities? Let us know your thoughts and comments about this wonderful tourist attraction by dropping an email at blog@zameen.com.
Moreover, please note that this blog will be updated as needed. Therefore, please make sure to check it regularly.
In the meantime, make sure to check out some other famous places to visit in Karachi with your family. If you love amusement parks, you might also enjoy a trip to Bahria Adventure Land in Bahria Town Karachi — the first international-standard theme park in the city.
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Update (Jan 20, 2021): To mark its one-year anniversary, Winterland in Karachi is offering a 30% discount on the tickets purchased from its counter at the Pakistan Air Force Museum located on main Shahrah-e-Faisal. So, if you are planning to visit the indoor snow park before February 2, 2021, you’ll be able to buy tickets at a discounted price of PKR 1,050.
Presently, Winterland in Karachi is open from Monday to Sunday between 1:00 PM and 9:00 PM, whereas the timings for Friday as from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, as per the park’s social media page.
Update (Sept 21, 2020): Winterland in Karachi has recently reopened its doors to the public. The one-of-its-kind indoor snow park located inside the Pakistan Air Force Museum on Shahrah-e-Faisal claims it is following all the COVID-19 SOPS to ensure the safety of those visiting this popular attraction in the City of Lights.
Owing to the ongoing pandemic, Winterland is currently allowing 50% occupancy. It has also installed a sanitization gate, conducts temperature checks and provides the visitors with masks, sanitized gloves and sanitized jackets.
Moreover, instead of booking a ticket for Winterland in advance, you can now buy it on the spot for PKR 1500. It is also important to mention that social distancing is maintained at the ticket counter set up at PAF Museum.
For more information and booking details, contact the following numbers.
Contact: 0305-9916555, 0306-9691444
