Sonamarg-Golden Meadow-gateway to Ladakh-forests of sycamore and alpine flowers, silver birch, fir and pine-3 lakes Kishensar, Vishensar and Gangabal viewed from Nichnai Pass-Zoji-La Pass

Sonamarg-Golden Meadow-gateway to Ladakh-forests of sycamore and alpine flowers, silver birch, fir and pine-3 lakes Kishensar, Vishensar and Gangabal viewed from Nichnai Pass-Zoji-La Pass

Sonammarg : The Golden Meadow is at an altitude of 2740 meters and is gateway to Ladakh.It has brilliant forests of sycamore and alpine flowers, silver birch,fir and pine; Sonamarg is a place of enthralling beauty. Three lakes viz Kishensar, Vishensar and Gangabal can be viewed from Nichnai Pass. 20 Kms east of Sonamarg is Zoji-La Pass at 3540 mtrs which leads into Ladakh Plateau.

How to Reach ?

Sonamarg is in Srinagar District on the Srinagar Leh Highway approx.110 Kms from Srinagar.The nearest Airport is in Badgam Distt. This Airport is connected with major cities of India.The nearest Rail Head is at Jammu and from there National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with

India. Every sort of transport to suit every budget from Buses to Taxisply on this Highway. It Takesaround 10 to 12 hours to cross this mountaineous road whichcrosses some beautiful spots andthe famous Jawahar Tunnel linking Kashmir Valley with India. Bus service is available from Srinagar which leave at fixed time from the Srinagar Bus stand. Taxis and other sort of transport can be hired from Srinagar at pre-fixed rates. Assistance isavailable at Tourist Reception Centre Srinagar.

Where to stay ?

Sonamarg has a number of Hotels and lodges of various types which are open only during summer months. JKTDC has a Dak Banglow and number of Huts which are available on hire. The tarrifs depand on the type of accomodation to be hired. Accomodation needs to be booked well in advance from srinagar. Tourists are advised to contact Manager Tourist Reception centre Jammu/Srinagar for booking and Tarrifs.

What to do ?

Lots of recreational activities are on the offer :

Sonamarg mainly offers trekking adventure.

Trekking can be undertaken to Thajiwas Glacier which is very beautiful.

Sledging at the frozen Glaciers is also offered by locals.

Angling (a license is required)

You can take long walks in the jungles and explore rich lora and fauna.

Sonamarg is also the base camp to Amarnath Cave for the route of Bal Tal.

Alpine Skiing is also available at high altitudes.

A Popular trek from Sonamarg to Pahalgam can also be undertaken.

Prior arrangements can be had from JKTDC at Srinagar or various tour operators in the valley.

Some probability of white water rafting is also available downstrean from sonamarg.