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Gulmarg

India’s ski capital and Asia’s highest gondola

Best time to visit
December–March for snow; May–September for meadows
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Timings and entry
Gondola: book online in advance, phase 1 + 2
Located in
Jammu & Kashmir
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A meadow of flowers in summer and a deep-snow ski resort in winter, reached in two hours from Srinagar. The two-phase gondola climbs to Apharwat at nearly 4,000 m.

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When to go & what to know

Best season

December–March for snow; May–September for meadows

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Apharwat Ski School

4.7 (6)
VerifiedFree cancellation
From₹3,500₹4,200

Customer reviews

5.0/5★★★★★Based on 2 reviews
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Review summary

Things to see
5.0
Food
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
4.5
JJames Miller – United States6 August 2026 · ★★★★★
Great food, safe streets and lots to see within a short drive. We are already planning to return.
EEmily Tan – Singapore11 June 2026 · ★★★★★
Give yourself more days than you think. Mornings are magical before the crowds arrive.

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James Miller – United States6 August 2026 · Travelled as friends
★★★★★

Our favourite stop

Great food, safe streets and lots to see within a short drive. We are already planning to return.

Things to see 5/5Food 5/5Safety 5/5Value for money 4/5
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Emily Tan – Singapore11 June 2026 · Travelled as couple
★★★★★

Worth every minute

Give yourself more days than you think. Mornings are magical before the crowds arrive.

Things to see 5/5Food 5/5Safety 5/5Value for money 5/5
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