Sonmarg Tour and Travel Guide

Sonmarg (Sonamarg)–Golden Meadow of Kashmir of Exemplary Beauty

About Sonmarg Tour and Travel Guide

Sonamarg is a well-known hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, situated 80km northeast of Srinagar. At a height of around 2800 km from sea level, Sonamarg is renowned for its snow-covered fields, engulfed by mesmerizing glaciers as well as pristine lakes.

Sonamarg is engulfed by the famous Himalayan glaciers - Kolahoi Glacier and Machoi Glacier giving rise to the well-known three sisters of Kashmir Valley. Towering over this mesmerizing hill area are the peaks like Kolahoi Peak, Amarnath Peak, and Machoi Peak making Songamarg a well-known place for adventure tourism.

Sonamarg is the base camp for the trek routes leading to the mountain lakes like Gangabal, Vishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, and Kishansar. The Sonamarg Valley is bifurcated into two halves by the Thajiwas range - on one side you have fir. Thajiwas spur is well known for its camping site. The other side has stunning waterfalls as well as the Thajiwas glacier being the principal prime attraction of this place.

Sonamarg is closed during winters because NH1D that connects it to the nearing places remains closed because of the heavy snowfall as well as avalanches. Enjoy the beauty of Sonmarg through Kashmir holiday packages.

Things to do in Sonmarg

Sonmarg is a well-known place for trekking. You can enjoy glimpses of valleys, passes, and glaciers.

Best time to visit Sonmarg

The best time to see Sonmarg is from May to September. Winters are chilly and cold light

How to reach Sonmarg

Via flight:-There is no airport at Sonmarg. You can reach here via a flight through Leh or Srinagar.

Via Train:-Train does not connect to Sonmarg.

Via Road:-There is road connectivity from Srinagar, Ladakh, and Manali. 

 Things and Places to see in Sonmarg

Thajiwas Glacier

Thajiwas Glacier is at a location of 3 km from Sonamarg in Kashmir is a mesmerizing place situated 3000 m above sea level and engulfed in snow throughout the year. The glacier is among the prime assets of Jammu and Kashmir and a crucial spot for nature and trek lovers. One has to experience the pristine of the glacier by trek from Sonamarg. There is also the option to hire a pony to get to the glacier. On the path to the glacier, the tourist sees the pristine of the silver shining frozen lake along with mesmerizing greenery all around. On the way, the travelers also interact with Gujjar tribes who have camps set up and their livelihood here.

Apart from this, alpine meadows are spread all over the Thajiwas Glacier apart from various waterfalls making the region look like paradise on earth. This transforms the glacier into a much-visited travel attraction of Sonamarg. You can sled in the summer season as well. The glacier is a fine spot for treks as well as camping. Enjoy this place through Kashmir travel packages. 

This glacier provides an escape from the piercing heat of the summers apart from an environment of peace to rejuvenate your senses. The pristine glimpses of horses that graze in the grasslands, fir as well as pine trees in the forests adjacent, little streams that engulf the place, as well as local Gujjar kids playing in the vicinity, makes the glacier a treat for the eye. It is engulfed in snow all over the year, so winter visitors need not fret. Establish a camp, have some tea, and see the mesmerizing surroundings. Come here through Jammu and Kashmir tour packages organized by Helovisit. 

Zoji-La Pass

Zoji La is a high elevated mountain pass situated in the Dras, near Ladakh, at an elevation of 3528 m above the level of the sea. It connects Kashmir to Dress as well as Suru Valley, Zoji La is known as one of the most dangerous mountain roads in the world. Translated to "mountain pass of blizzards' ', it is closed in winter because of snowfall as well as avalanches.

Keeping in mind the elevation and the places it reaches, Zoji La pass is known for its exemplary pristine views as well as landscapes. Since it is dangerous, an expert driver is recommended. Enjoy this place through the Kashmir trip package through Hellovisit.

Vishansar Lake

Just outside Sonamarg, Vishansar Lake is an alpine high elevated oligotrophic lake. At a height of 3710 m, it is an exotic blue lake covered by green meadow, alpine flowers as well as white and silver mountains at a  distance. Known as the Lake of Vishnu, the Vishansar Lake has various species of fish, the main being the brown trout.

The Vishansar Lake totally freezes in winter while in summer it is covered by exotic green meadows. The pristine lake is a splendid attraction among trek lovers in the Kashmir Valley. Come here through Jammu Kashmir honeymoon tour packages and enjoy the bliss. 

White River Rafting

White water rafting is among the popular adventure sports to enjoy in Sonamarg. One can take a long rafting expedition commencing from Baltal and culminating at Shutkari Bridge. With many stretches available, one has a pleasure rafting trip, be it a fresh adventure seeker or a veteran rafter. Come here through the Jammu Kashmir adventure package tour. 

Nilagrad river

Nilagrad River is a revered river, at a distance of 6km from Sonamarg. The red water of the river has medicinal properties which make it a much-loved travel attraction. Many locals reach here each Sunday for a dip in its waters. The exotic beauty near the lake soothes. You can come here through the Jammu Kashmir holiday package.

Kashmir great lakes trek

Called paradise on Earth, Kashmir provides some exciting treks in India. The Great Lakes Trek is among one of them but not much publicized. Engulfed by lush beauty, the trek commences from Sonamarg.

The complete trail is a wonderful experience to have a glimpse of the different ecological zones in the Himalayas. Commencing with temperate pine forests and spruces, firs, and deodars to green meadows as well as grasslands, the complete trek also provides views of snow-covered peaks as well as exotic blue lakes. The frothy streams, rocky terrains as well as beautiful villages make this trip distinct and memorable. The trek is to explore the inside valleys and raw beauty of Kashmir, not accessible through motorable roads. Come here through the Hellovisit adventure package.

Gangabal Trek

Considered a highly pious place by the Hindus, famous for Harmuk Ganga at an elevation of 3570 m above sea level, you find Gangabal Lake. The lake has a big population of fish, the rainbow trout fish is the prime attraction of the lake.

You can reach the lake from Sonamarg through Krishnasar and Vishansar, after a trek through some exotic scenery. The trekking season commences from July to October and the fishing season commences from March to October. Come here through the Kashmir adventure trip.

Krishnasar Lake

Set at an elevation of 3801 m above sea level, Krishnasar Lake is among the pristine lakes in Sonamarg. Engulfed by thick alpines, the place gives a cool and pleasant sensation. The lake is well known for trout fishing and people also enjoy various other water-related activities here.