Sonamarg travel guide

Things to do in Sonamarg

1. Thajiwas Glacier

   3 h · Free

   Thajiwas Glacier in Sonamarg is a stunning snowfield tucked in the Himalayas. Visitors can walk or take a pony ride to reach the snow and enjoy the scenic mountain landscape.

   Tip: Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for snowy or muddy tracks

2. Sindh River Rafting

   2 h · ₹1,000 entry

   Sindh River Rafting offers a chance to experience the glacier-fed Sindh river in Sonamarg. Visitors can enjoy rafting down the fast-flowing Himalayan waters surrounded by scenic valley landscapes.

   Tip: Wear quick-drying clothes and secure your spectacles with a strap before getting on the raft.

3. Zoji La

   3 h · Free

   Zoji La is a high mountain pass situated on the Srinagar-Leh Highway in Jammu & Kashmir, serving as a vital gateway toward Ladakh. The area features rugged Himalayan landscapes and is undergoing infrastructure development with the Zoji-La Tunnel project to improve connectivity.

   Tip: Carry warm clothing as temperatures at the high altitude can drop suddenly

4. Kashmir Great Lakes Trek

   8 h · Free

   A multi-day trek starting near Shitkadi in Sonamarg, taking you through high-altitude alpine lakes and stunning mountain landscapes. It is a physically demanding outdoor adventure best undertaken with a professional trekking operator.

   Tip: Book your trek with a trusted local operator who provides guides, tents, and meals.

Where to stay in Sonamarg

• Sonamarg market

  ₹2,500–7,000

  Hotels and huts on the meadow.

• Riverside camps

  ₹1,500–3,500

  Tents on the Sindh.

What to eat

• Kashmiri wazwan

  local dish

  At the hotel restaurants.

• Noon chai

  local dish · veg

  Pink salt tea with bread.