Folkways Travel & Tours

Name: Folkways Travel & Tours
Address: Clifton Block 2, Karachi, 75600, PK
Telephone: +923134471280
Price range: $$$
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We seek to inspire and connect, and help forge memories to last your life-times.

Travel with Folkways to discover novel cultures, glorious landscapes, delicious cuisine, exquisite art and music, and make new friends and memories along the way.

01/03/2025

At Folkways, I've been busy for the past few months with a project that has been a lifelong dream of mine. To build a place for people to come together, where they may freely exist immersed in art, music, song, dance, food, writing, and all the other personal pursuits of life. A place where people can come to connect with others or even isolate themselves from the world for a while.

I am grateful for the opportunity and plans that lie ahead, and to the people who supported me, worked with me, and cheered me on as I set out to build this place and community.

It is in sight. We're at the starting line. I'm excited and I can't wait to show it to you all.

28/02/2025

It was such a pleasure for Folkways to design the honeymoon tour for our lovely guests, Maham & Ammad. Their journey took them along the Makran Coastal Highway for 5-days exploring the iconic beaches of Kund Malir, Ormara, and Gwadar with all the majestic sights in between.

We are overjoyed and grateful that they shared these beautiful moments with us, and we wish that their love only grows from here with many more adventures all around the world.

01/02/2025

✨ Hidden Oasis of Sindh ✨
Pariyun Jo Tar (Pond of Fairies), a serene pond surrounded by rugged cliffs and breathtaking landscapes near Mohan Gate of Ranikot Fort. Experience Serene vivbes with shimmering turquoise waters to golden sunsets embracing rugged landscapes, this hidden gem offers a perfect escape into nature's untouched beauty. 🌿🐟
A place so enchanting, you’ll believe in fairies too! ✨🐠

Pariyun Jo Tar near Ranikot Fort is a breathtaking oasis waiting to be discovered. Golden cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and serene vibes—what more could you ask for? 🌿✨

28/01/2025

Our adventure began where tradition meets artistry—the workshop where Ghariyos, the traditional houseboats of Manchar Lake, are crafted with skill and care. The artisans walked us through the process of wood selection, shared the meaning behind the intricate Sindhi motifs, and revealed how these boats hold the legacy of the Mohanna community.

Organized by , we then boarded Sohni, one of the newly crafted Ghariyos, and set sail across the glimmering expanse of Manchar Lake. The stillness of the water was alive with movement—White Pelicans, Cotton Pygmy Geese, and other water birds danced around us, offering moments of awe.

As we sailed deeper into the lake, the revived houseboat village came into view—a serene cluster of floating homes, symbolizing resilience and hope. It’s a testament to the incredible efforts of the MANCHAR LAKE MOHANNAS project to safeguard this unique heritage.

And then, the feast! Freshly caught fish, fried to perfection, and a piping hot fish karahi were prepared right on the boat. The flavors, paired with the lake’s tranquility, made this meal unforgettable.

This inaugural trip was a celebration of heritage and community, made possible through the dedication of Dr. Anila Naeem, Ar. Farida Abdul Ghaffar, and the team at .dapned, in partnership with , , and .

Here’s to honoring traditions, supporting communities, and exploring the beauty of our shared history. 💙🛶

21/01/2025

Graveyard of Dynasties - Makli Necropolis
Makli Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Thatta, Sindh, is a remarkable resting place of royalty, saints, and scholars. Known as one of the largest funerary sites in the world, its breathtaking tombs reflect a blend of Mughal, Persian, and Sindhi architectural brilliance.
🌌 Join us to Experience the Spiritual and Cultural Heritage of Tharparkar 🌠
YOUR EXPERIENCE
🏕️ Stay at Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune – A unique art retreat in the desert offering cultural immersion.
🎶 Live Performance by Abdullah Faqeer at Rooplo Kohli and Zulfiqar Faqeer, the last boreendo player, at the Commune sharing the soul of Thar’s folk music.
🕌 Explore ancient Jain & Hindu temples, forts, mosques, and markets– Journey into the history and spirituality of Tharparkar.
🍛 Savor Thar’s Local Cuisine – Enjoy seasonal specialties and traditional dishes prepared fresh daily.
🎨 Pottery Workshops – Hands-on experience with local artisans at the Commune.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
🚐 Round-trip Transport from Karachi – Comfortable, scenic drive to and from Tharparkar.
🏨 3 Nights Stay at the Marvi Guesthouse, Rooplo Kohli Resort, and Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune.
🎨 Cultural & Artistic Experiences – Pottery workshops, live folk music, and historical tours.
🍛 All Meals + Snacks – Delicious local meals, plus chai breaks and snacks during the journey.
📸 Souvenir Video & Photos – Relive the memories with a digital photo album and video post-tour.

TOUR DATES
🗓️ February 20-23, 2025

PRICING
💰 Rs. 49,500 per person (double occupancy)
💰 Rs. 46,500 per person (triple occupancy)

Don’t miss this incredible journey! Book your spot now with Folkways Experiences:
📱 Call/WhatsApp: +923455658992
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Note: This tour is suitable for adults and children, 16 years & older.

✨ Limited spots available! Book yours today.

16/01/2025

🌌 Experience the Spiritual and Cultural Heritage of Tharparkar 🌠

✨ Experience Tharparkar like never before and witness its breathtaking beauty with an authentic stay at the artistic Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune. Immerse yourself in Thar’s rich culture, ancient temples, and magical nights under the stars. Don’t miss out on this all-inclusive adventure designed to inspire and rejuvenate!

YOUR EXPERIENCE
🏕️ Stay at Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune – A unique art retreat in the desert offering cultural immersion.
🎶 Live Performance by Abdullah Faqeer at Rooplo Kohli and Zulfiqar Faqeer, the last boreendo player, at the Commune sharing the soul of Thar’s folk music.
🕌 Explore ancient Jain & Hindu temples, forts, mosques, and markets– Journey into the history and spirituality of Tharparkar.
🍛 Savor Thar’s Local Cuisine – Enjoy seasonal specialties and traditional dishes prepared fresh daily.
🎨 Pottery Workshops – Hands-on experience with local artisans at the Commune.

EXPERT GUIDES + LOCAL INSIGHTS
🌄 Local Guides – Love Kumar, who grew up in Tharparkar, and Uzair Mirza, who brings his experience leading tours across Pakistan.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
🚐 Round-trip Transport from Karachi – Comfortable, scenic drive to and from Tharparkar.
🏨 3 Nights Stay at the Marvi Guesthouse, Rooplo Kohli Resort, and Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune.
🎨 Cultural & Artistic Experiences – Pottery workshops, live folk music, and historical tours.
🍛 All Meals + Snacks – Delicious local meals, plus chai breaks and snacks during the journey.
📸 Souvenir Video & Photos – Relive the memories with a digital photo album and video post-tour.

TOUR DATES
🗓️ February 20-23, 2025

PRICING
💰 Rs. 49,500 per person (double occupancy)
💰 Rs. 46,500 per person (triple occupancy)

Don’t miss this incredible journey! Book your spot now with Folkways Experiences:
📱 Call/WhatsApp: +923455658992
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Note: This tour is suitable for adults and children, 16 years & older.

✨ Limited spots available! Book yours today.

08/12/2024

🎇 Magical moments at Gadhi Bhitt, Mithi!🎇

Under the starry skies of Tharparkar, we lit up the night with sparklers, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Gadhi Bhitt, with its serene charm and breathtaking city views in the background, was the perfect backdrop for celebrating the beauty of connection and culture.

✨ Experience Tharparkar like never before and witness the breathtaking Geminids Meteor Shower, paired with an authentic stay at the artistic Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune. Immerse yourself in Thar’s rich culture, ancient temples, and magical nights under the stars. Don’t miss out on this all-inclusive adventure designed to inspire and rejuvenate!

TOUR DATES
🗓️ December 12-15, 2024

PRICING
💰 Rs. 59,500 per person (double occupancy)
💰 Rs. 56,500 per person (triple occupancy)

Don’t miss this incredible journey! Book your spot now with Folkways Experiences:
📱 Call/WhatsApp: +923455658992
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Note: This tour is suitable for adults and children, 16 years & older.

✨ Limited spots available!

01/12/2024

🌌 Geminids Meteor Shower & Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune Experience in Tharparkar 🌠

✨ Experience Tharparkar like never before and witness the breathtaking Geminids Meteor Shower, paired with an authentic stay at the artistic Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune. Immerse yourself in Thar’s rich culture, ancient temples, and magical nights under the stars. Don’t miss out on this all-inclusive adventure designed to inspire and rejuvenate!

YOUR EXPERIENCE
🌠 Geminids Meteor Shower – Catch the peak of the Geminids under the clearest desert skies.
🏕️ Stay at Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune – A unique art retreat in the desert offering cultural immersion.
🎶 Live Performance by Zulfiqar Faqeer – The last boreendo player, sharing the soul of Thar’s folk music.
🕌 Explore Ancient Jain & Hindu Temples – Journey into the history and spirituality of Tharparkar.
🍛 Savor Thar’s Local Cuisine – Enjoy seasonal specialties and traditional dishes prepared fresh daily.
🎨 Pottery Workshops – Hands-on experience with local artisans at the Commune.

EXPERT GUIDES + LOCAL INSIGHTS
🌄 Local Guides – Love Kumar, who grew up in Tharparkar, and Uzair Mirza, who brings his experience leading tours across Pakistan.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
🚐 Round-trip Transport from Karachi – Comfortable, scenic drive to and from Tharparkar.
🏨 3 Nights Stay at the Marvi Guesthouse (1) and Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune (2).
🎨 Cultural & Artistic Experiences – Pottery workshops, live folk music, and historical tours.
🍛 All Meals + Snacks – Delicious local meals, plus chai breaks and snacks during the journey.
📸 Souvenir Video & Photos – Relive the memories with a digital photo album and video post-tour.

TOUR DATES
🗓️ December 12-15, 2024

PRICING
💰 Rs. 59,500 per person (double occupancy)
💰 Rs. 56,500 per person (triple occupancy)

Don’t miss this incredible journey! Book your spot now with Folkways Experiences:
📱 Call/WhatsApp: +923455658992
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Note: This tour is suitable for adults and children, 16 years & older.

✨ Limited spots available!

25/11/2024

Under the moonlit skies of Tharparkar, magic unfolded... ✨

On the last night of the Tharparkar Experience, November 18th, at the Lahooti Karoonjhar Commune, we were transported to the timeless realms of Umar Marvi and Sassui Punnhun. Through the soul-stirring voice of Faqeer Zulfiqar Ali, these legendary tales came alive, weaving together the essence of Tharparkar—the enduring love for its land, its people, and its stories. 🌙

As the gentle breeze carried the notes of music and the whispers of folktales, a profound connection was felt—a connection to this enchanting desert, to its rich heritage, and to one another. It was a spiritual experience, a reminder of the beauty that lies in shared moments and ancient stories that refuse to fade with time.

We at Folkways Experiences are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us on this journey. Your presence added warmth to the stories and made the night even more unforgettable. And to Faqeer Zulfiqar Ali, thank you for gifting us this glimpse into the soul of Tharparkar.

Here’s to the magic of togetherness, the power of stories, and the heart of a land that never stops inspiring. 💛

12/11/2024

Leaving Rehman Homestay in Gulkin, our attention is drawn to a cow tied up nearby, waiting to be milked.

As we approach, a woman greets us warmly and begins chatting almost immediately.

Before we know it, she’s jokingly swearing at the cow with humor that would cause a stir on any school playground.

We can’t help but burst into laughter. Once she’s done milking, she invites us in for tea and bread, an offer we’re quick to accept.

Inside, we gather around a stove typical in Gilgit-Baltistan homes—a two-chamber unit in the center of the kitchen, doubling as a living room.

She places more wood into the fire, filling the room with warmth as she shares stories about her life.

Her husband, like many in Hunza, works as a guide and spends much of his time traveling.

While some might find the solitude challenging, she appreciates the peace and enjoys her routines with the fields and animals.

Though she’s traveled across Pakistan, nothing compares to her home in Gulkin.

We ask about her work in the fields, curious if she manages the planting and harvesting herself. Smiling, she explains that she only handles the harvest—field workers from near Gilgit arrive on their own to plant the fields.

They know exactly when and where to come, another reminder of the resourceful community dynamics here in the mountains.

She shares her winter stores of crunchy apples and mentions the potatoes and root vegetables she has stocked, enough to last through spring.

Despite our interest in her stories, we’re also eager to explore more of the village. We thank her and head out, enriched by her hospitality.

She was the second of four families we met in Gulkin during our short two-day stay—each offering kindness, warmth, and a glimpse into the everyday life in this beautiful region.

In Pakistan hospitality is instinguishable from our culture. They are one and the same.

At Folkways, we dont have clients or guests on our tours instead we take our friends and community on experiences and show them the raw Pakistan.

11/11/2024

Spontaneity takes time. It’s about waiting for the right moments, and sometimes, even creating the conditions for them to arise.

As counterintuitive as it sounds, you have to set the stage for spontaneity.

I love the feeling of pausing, waiting, letting moments come to me.

It’s like a cat waiting to be pet—sometimes the best interactions are the ones that happen naturally, without forcing anything.

When I travel—and I’ve traveled a lot—I’ve learned to trust that the best experiences come when I’m open to whatever unfolds.

And honestly, I have no intention of stopping; if anything, I’m keen to keep traveling with more people, more often.

One memory that sticks with me is a night in Ha Giang, Vietnam, a place famous for its motorbike loop.

I arrived early at my hostel, and the place was empty. I grabbed some food, including a few snacks I could share, then waited in the common room.

Gradually, other travelers started showing up. I broke the ice with a simple offer to share some snacks, and soon we were five people, sitting and talking, getting a feel for each other’s vibe.

By the end of the night, we’d decided to hit the road together the next morning.

When we woke up, we barely remembered each other’s names, but that didn’t matter.

We all had the same goal, the same excitement for what lay ahead.

Some were in it for a few days, others for a few weeks, but we knew we’d at least start the journey together.

It was a blend of shared purpose and that immediate sense of belonging—you find your pack, and off you go.

That energy of shared spontaneity is exactly what we bring into Folkways. We gather people with a common goal and set off on an adventure together.

It’s all about the thrill of exploring, making memories, and enjoying each other’s company in the moment.

06/11/2024

Karachi is one of those cities where everyone seems to have a link to it.

It’s where people from all across Pakistan – and every corner within those corners – come to build a life, take chances, and make things happen.

You meet someone from Skardu, and they have an uncle who lived here in the ‘90s. Or someone from Bahawalpur whose parents spent their youth here.

Somehow, everyone and their grandmother has called Karachi home at some point, and that creates a familiar yet surprising energy.

This city runs on the hustle of its people – here, hustling isn’t just a word but a lifestyle. Karachi pushes you to keep moving, make connections, and create something from nothing.

You meet everyone from Makranis and Hazaras to Sheedis, Bohris, and Memons, as well as people from Chitral, Hunza, and Dera Ghazi Khan, all contributing to the pulse of the city.

Karachi is an adventure in flavor. There are Bun Kabab stalls run by the same family for decades, each recipe almost sacred.

Biryani here can be anything from Sindhi to Bohri to Memoni. Or you can try katakat from a street cart, seafood at a grill by the sea, or Dhamthal-style halwa puri that makes breakfast an experience.

Every dish is part of someone’s story, a bit of their history adapted to Karachi’s unique flavor, which is better than everywhere else in Pakistan (facts).

Then there’s the people. Ask anyone if you can take their photo, and they’re ready with a pose.

Karachiites have this mix of pride and playfulness, an unspoken camaraderie. They know the city isn’t perfect, but they know how to thrive here.

There’s a warmth that makes you feel part of something bigger.

Karachi doesn’t pretend to be anything it’s not. It’s gritty, resilient, and real. For all its intensity, it’s a place that keeps you curious and makes you feel like you’re part of its story, even if just for a while.

At Folkways we take that energy and turn it into experiences, sharing other people's stories and creating our own while slowly chipping away at creating our dreams.

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Clifton Block 2
Karachi
75600

Telephone

+923134471280

Website

http://www.folkwaystravels.com/

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FOLKWAYS TRAVEL & TOURS is a collective of travellers, trainers, and creatives who believe in the transformative power of travel. Our peregrinations around the world has shown us that immersive and culturally conscious travel is one of the greatest tools for learning about our world, and thereby, growing as individuals in personal and professional capacities.

Folkways is an inbound and outbound travel company based in Karachi, Pakistan. We specialise in crafting transformative experiential journeys around the world for travellers with a desire to immersively explore the world they live in.

Our mission is to deliver world-class deeply personalised experiential travel opportunities to travellers from all walks of life. We envision to become industry leaders in providing cultural and environmental conscious transformative travel experiences.