Gulmarg
India's most serious ski terrain and one of the world's highest cable cars, 105 minutes from Srinagar.
2,650 m2 hr from Srinagar
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Gulmarg Gondola: Timings, Season & What to Know
Gulmarg Gondola is at Gulmarg, 1h 45m from Srinagar. Allow about 3h, and the months that work are Dec–Jun. Runs in two phases.
- Where
- Gulmarg
- Allow
- 3h
- Best months
- Dec–Jun
- Effort
- easy
Gulmarg Gondola is at Gulmarg, 1h 45m from Srinagar. Allow about 3h, and the months that work are Dec–Jun. Runs in two phases.
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Gulmarg Gondola at a glance
- Where
- Gulmarg
- Allow
- 3h
- Best months
- Dec–Jun
- Effort
- easy
- Suits
- families, first-time visitors, photographers, skiers
- Booking notes
- Runs in two phases. Phase 1 climbs from Gulmarg to Kongdoori and operates in most conditions. Phase 2 continues to Apharwat at roughly 3,950 m and closes in high wind and on heavy-snow mornings. Buy Phase 2 at the Phase 1 counter on the day rather than in advance, and expect queues to be longest between 11am and 2pm in peak season.
- Altitude
- 2,650 m
- District
- Baramulla
Before you book
How it works
Runs in two phases. Phase 1 climbs from Gulmarg to Kongdoori and operates in most conditions. Phase 2 continues to Apharwat at roughly 3,950 m and closes in high wind and on heavy-snow mornings. Buy Phase 2 at the Phase 1 counter on the day rather than in advance, and expect queues to be longest between 11am and 2pm in peak season.
At Gulmarg
Gondola Phase 2 to Apharwat closes on heavy-snow mornings and in high wind — check at the Phase 1 counter on the day, not the night before.
Where it is
Kashmir in pictures
Dal Lake, Srinagar — evening shikara ride 
Gulmarg Gondola — Phase 1 towards Kongdoori 
The Lidder valley at Pahalgam 
Sonamarg under snow — open May to September 
Tulip garden, Srinagar — a short window each April 
Mughal gardens above Dal Lake, Srinagar 
Houseboat and shikara, Dal Lake 
Group departures across the three main valleys
Our current packages
Printed rates for our standard Kashmir itineraries. Tap any sheet to read it at full size, or send us your dates for a quote against them.
4N/5D · ₹27,200 per car · private sedanFull size
5N/6D · ₹29,700 per car · houseboat nightFull size
4N/5D · ₹38,200 for 4 · InnovaFull size
4N/5D · ₹70,500 for 8 · Tempo TravellerFull size
4N/5D · ₹96,600 for 12 · Tempo TravellerFull size
Prices shown are package totals on the terms printed on each sheet. Airfare, gondola tickets and local union taxi charges are excluded — ask us for a quote against your dates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kashmir?
April to June for tulips, green meadows and mild weather; December to February for reliable snow at Gulmarg. March and October are the best value — usable weather at noticeably lower prices. September is the quiet compromise: summer warmth without summer crowds.
How many days are enough for Kashmir?
Five nights covers Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam at a reasonable pace. Four nights works if you drop one valley. Three nights only makes sense from Delhi, and Sonamarg almost never fits into it.
How reliable is snow at Gulmarg?
Reliable from roughly late December through February. November and early December are a gamble. If snow is the entire reason for the trip, January and February are the safest months.
Does the Gulmarg gondola always run?
Phase 1 to Kongdoori runs in most conditions. Phase 2 to Apharwat closes in high wind and on heavy-snow mornings. Check at the Phase 1 counter on the day rather than buying a combined ticket in advance.
Do Indian nationals need a permit for Kashmir?
No permit is required for Indian nationals visiting Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg. High-altitude treks such as Tarsar–Marsar do require registration and a licensed guide, arranged locally.
What is not included in a typical Kashmir package?
Most packages exclude return airfare, Gulmarg gondola tickets, local union taxis at Pahalgam and Sonamarg, pony rides, and entry tickets at ticketed gardens. Union taxi charges in particular surprise people, because they are compulsory and separate from your package vehicle.
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