Your itinerary would be incomplete without taking a ride on Shiakara on Dal Lake and Nagin Lake. This is the most beautiful moment for every tourist where you can feel relaxed, and see the glories of nature, Kashmiri lifestyle, floating market and variety of flowers. Floating amidst the clear blue waters is an amazing feeling that you would love to visit this place again and again.
One of the main attractions in Jammu and Kashmir for adventure seekers is skiing. With the snow-capped peaks and slopes of the Himalayan mountain range, the state is blessed with world famous sites like Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg which are great places for skiing as well. The Jammu and Kashmir government maintains several skiers' accommodations at Patnitop, Sanasar and Kud in Gulmarg.
Spending a night in a houseboat docked at Dal Lake Ghat is also one of the top things to do in Kashmir. Be it honeymooners, families or solo travelers; A night stay in a houseboat in Srinagar is something that you simply cannot miss. WiFi and airport transfer facility is available in the houseboat. You can also take advantage of the food facilities they provide. If you are here with your family, group of friends or your partner then it is best to experience the convenience of houseboat stay in Jammu and Kashmir.
The best view of snow-capped mountains, serene lakes and green meadows can be enjoyed only through a gondola ride in Gulmarg Valley. You must try the Gonodala Ride to enjoy the most pleasing view of the valley. This is the second longest running cable car in the world which you should not miss. Enjoy the panoramic view of Gulmarg Valley in summer and winter season and experience the best of both worlds.
This is one of the offbeat things to do in Jammu and Kashmir. Gulmarg Golf Club is reputed as one of the largest and highest 18-hole golf courses in the world. Playing golf in this 'Meadow of Flowers' is indeed one of the most fun activities in Jammu and Kashmir. This destination has a natural golf course so enjoy this game in the lap of nature.
There is also an option of paragliding for all those adventure lovers. The beautiful valley looks more artistic as it blows in the wind. The wonderful view of the lush green meadows and the majestic valley below is a sight to behold. You must go for paragliding for the most thrilling experience during your visit to Gulamarg, Sonmarg and Srinagar.
When we talk about the best places to enjoy winter sports in India, Jammu and Kashmir invariably makes its way to the top. Apart from skiing and heli-skiing, snowboarding is another favourite activity to do in the state during winters. And undoubtedly Gulmarg emerges as the best place as it has the world’s best sloping hills.
Pony is a common mode of transport in the valleys of Kashmir. Taking a short pony ride in the beautiful valleys is another interesting thing to do in Kashmir. Pony rides in Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Yusmarg, and Gulmarg are very popular. Pony rides are more common in places where transport cannot be motorized. Taking a pony ride is a great way to enjoy the real lifestyle of Jammu and Kashmir.
Like any other destination across the globe, trying the local cuisine is one of the most important things to do in Kashmir. We all have heard of Kashmiri Kahwa (tea) and Lamb Mutton Rogan Josh. But there are many more great dishes in the cuisine. These include nadru yakhni (curd based kashmiri curry with lotus stems), paneer chaman (paneer fried in tomato sauce and flavored with spices and fennel powder), dum aloo, matsyagand (minced meat cooked in spicy red gravy). meatballs), and gushtaba (minced mutton cooked in delicious curd gravy and spices).
There are many things to do and enjoy in Jammu & Kashmir but nothing can be more challenging and exciting than trekking. Kashmir Great Lakes, Vishansar Naranag Trek, Naranag Gangabal Trek, Pahalgam Tarsar Marsar Trek are some of the most popular trekking trails in Jammu & Kashmir