Shandur Pass, located in northern Pakistan, is a remote and high-altitude mountain pass renowned for hosting the world's highest polo ground. Accessibility is challenging, requiring 4x4 vehicles, and the pass is typically open only from late May/early June to late October/early November due to heavy snowfall. For safety and logistics, particularly for foreign visitors, a guided tour is highly recommended over solo travel. The highlight is often the annual Shandur Polo Festival in July. Costs vary significantly depending on the tour package, vehicle hire, and duration, but expect a multi-day journey costing several hundred to over a thousand USD, as there's no direct entrance fee but significant travel expenses. A typical visit to the pass itself may be a few hours, but the entire journey from Chitral or Gilgit can span 1-2 days, with festival visits extending to 3 days. Visitors should prepare for high altitude (around 3,700m) and limited facilities.