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How to reach Kashmir Great Lakes

Sonamarg · Ganderbal, J&K

Airport SXRRailhead JATTrailhead 2740 m

How the journey stacks up

  1. Nearest airportSrinagar (SXR)
  2. RailheadJammu Tawi (JAT)
  3. Gateway townSonamarg
  4. Road ends atShitkadi
  5. 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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