TREKKING IN GULMARG

Gulmarg or "The Meadow of Flowers," is a charming hill station at 2,653 m, situated at a distance of 51 km from Srinagar, amidst tall pines, gigantic  firs and the snow-molded mountains. Gulmarg makes an excellent base for trekking in the northern Pir Panjal Range. Nanga Parbat can be seen to the  north from several view points, including Khilanmarg, west and over 1,500 feet up the forested hillside from Gulmarg.

Gulmarg-khilanmarg  {One day trek}

1. Trekking in Gulmarg is not complete without going to khilanmarg vallaey situated 5.5kms from Gulmarg this trek will begin from Gulmarg and will  take almost 2 hours to reach there and enjoy this one day trek. It gives you a beautiful view of Nun & Kun peaks in the south-west along with the  mesmerizing view of Nanga Parbat.

 Gulmarg-Alpathar lake  {one day trek}

2. Trekking along Alpather Lake takes you to another world.it is situated at a distance of  13kms from Gulmarg[height 14,700ft] it takes almost 5 hours  to reach there so  you need  to start trekking early in the morning otherwise you will have to do camping there for  night.

Gulmarg-Drung {One day trek}

3.One more place where you can enjoy trekking is the path from Gulmarg Drung. Drung is situated at a distance of 3kms from Gulmarg and takes 1.5  hours  to cover this distance.The day trekking allow its participants to enjoy the beauty of  green forests, above tree line meadows and the spectacular view of sunshine peak  and great Himalayan range.

TIPS FOR GULMARG TREKS

• It is essential to carry your Rain coat and warm jacket.The weather in gulmarg changes instantly.
• Carry your own bagpack,and a lighter backpack always helps you have a better trek,so try and carry just as much as needed.
• Always carry your id-proof with you.