Good to know before your Kashmir trip

Best timeApril to October for meadows; December to February for snow
Getting thereDirect flights to Srinagar from Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities
PermitsNo permit needed – carry photo ID; prepaid SIMs from other states don't work
Do I need a permit to visit Kashmir?

No permit is needed for Indian tourists to visit Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg – just carry a valid photo ID. Note that prepaid mobile SIMs from other states don't work in Jammu and Kashmir, so carry a postpaid connection.

When can I see snow in Kashmir?

Gulmarg and Sonamarg usually have snow from December to February, and the upper Gulmarg Gondola often has snow into April. April to October is best for meadows, tulips (in April) and green valleys.

How many days are enough for Kashmir?

5 nights covers Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam. With 6 to 7 nights you can add Sonamarg and a night on a Dal Lake houseboat.

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