Gulmarg
Overview
Gulmarg — ‘meadow of flowers’ — transforms completely with the seasons: a rolling green golf-course-and-meadow landscape in summer, and one of South Asia’s premier ski destinations in winter, home to the Gulmarg Gondola, the world’s highest-altitude cable car, which lifts visitors to 4,200m for uninterrupted Himalayan views including Nanga Parbat on clear days.
Best Time to Visit
December – February for snow, April – June for meadows
Highlights
Why Visit This Destination
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World-Class Skiing
Reliable powder snow December-February, beginner to backcountry terrain.
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Gondola to Apharwat Peak
Two-stage cable car ride to 4,200m for panoramic Himalayan views.
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Summer Meadows
Golf course, pony rides and alpine wildflowers June-August.
Seasonal Guide
Plan Around the Seasons
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winter
December – February
Weather: Heavy snowfall, -5°C to 5°C
Pack: Thermal layers, waterproof boots, gloves
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summer
April – June
Weather: Mild, 10°C to 20°C
Pack: Light layers, waterproof jacket for afternoon showers
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A Closer Look
How to Reach
Gulmarg is 50km / roughly 2 hours by road from Srinagar International Airport. Triposcape arranges private transfers as part of every Gulmarg package.
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