Drive to Rawal Lake for a Memorable Excursion

A snapshot of Rawal Lake

Rent our cars to visit a variety of places situated in the scenic landscapes of Islamabad. The city boasts of natural forest beauty, lakes, rivers, and reservoirs and is considered to be one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world.

One such place is the Lake View Park situated near the famous Rawal dam in Islamabad. Located on the Islamabad-Murree highway, Lake View Park offers panoramic landscapes, lush greenery and a beautiful artificial lake that serves as a reservoir to cater to the water consumption needs of Islamabad.

History of Rawal Dam

Built in 1962 on the Korang river, Rawal dam is one of the largest dams in the Pakistan that boasts of one of the most intricately planned water network systems in the world. Its management comes under the jurisdiction of the Punjab Irrigation Department’s Small Dam Association. Covering a wide area of approximately 8.8 square kilometers, the Rawal Lake is situated at the foothills of the Margalla hill range. Over the decades its picturesque beauty has attracted many tourists and it has evolved into a tourist spot for people from all over the country. The beautiful dam surrounding the lake has been constructed from stone masonry and remains a spectacle to behold.

Recreational Activities near the Rawal Dam

Surrounding the magnificent Rawal Dam is the Lake view park. The park is a sanctuary for wildlife and offers beautiful landscapes and scenery. It was built by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) in an attempt to preserve the natural forest beauty of Islamabad and to attract tourists to this destination. Lake View Park has been built to offer visitors scenic views of lush-green landscapes stretched across a lake with crystalline waters. It also provides a plethora of recreational activities that visitors can benefit from to entertain themselves. Whether it is a beautiful day out for a picnic that you want to enjoy or taking your family out for that much-awaited bar-be-que, Lake View Park is the destination to visit. Apart from the scenic beauty of the park, there are a variety of sports and nature’s retreat offered by the park. You can take your family and friends out for a boating trip on the crystal-clear waters of the Rawal Lake and indulge in some fishing to catch the scrumptious fish of the Korang river. This beautiful lake also boasts of a variety of outdoor sports activities such as rock-climbing, car racing, and train rides. You can take that long-awaited vacation or manage a day trip to the Rawal Lake and enjoy some bird watching during migratory season as exotic birds from all over the world flock to this sanctuary during the winters.

How we can help you make the most of your trip

Our team of car-rental professionals offer a variety of rental services and cars that you can hire for a day or more to make a trip to this scenic destination. Rent a car with a driver who will take you to your destination with the utmost professionalism and who can show you around the

beautiful landscapes of the Lake view park. If you are a pro and wish to drive yourself, you can Rent a car without a driver and go on this adventure by yourself and your family. We provide car rental services to our clients that come with a driver as well as without a driver so you can get the best value from your investment. On a slight premium you can rent a car with a trained driver who can help you navigate through the capital city. However, if you wish to drive to the Lake view park and enjoy the ride yourself, we offer a fleet of cars that can help you do just that. Feel free to call us so that we can further help facilitate your travel plans.