
How to reach Kashmir Great Lakes
Sonamarg · Ganderbal, J&K
Airport SXRRailhead JATTrailhead 2740 m
How the journey stacks up
- Nearest airportSrinagar (SXR)
- RailheadJammu Tawi (JAT)
- Gateway townSonamarg
- Road ends atShitkadi
- TrailheadShitkadi · 2740 m
Season
JulAugSepavoid Novavoid Decavoid Janavoid Febavoid Maravoid Apr
Permits
None for Indians. Foreign nationals must register with local police.
Know before you book
- •Check the current security advisory before booking. Srinagar–Sonamarg is 80 km / 3 h.
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