Winter wonderland awaits: 5 must-try snow adventures in Kashmir after 2024¡¯s first snowfall
Kashmir welcomed its first snowfall of 2024, making it an ideal winter getaway. Tourist spots like Gulmarg and Sonamarg are blanketed in snow, offering a range of exciting snow sports. Top activities include skiing on Gulmarg's Apharwat Peak, ATV rides across snowy fields, thrilling snowboarding and more.
The season of cosy hoodies and hot chocolate is officially here. While other towns have yet to experience winter, Kashmir, the season's most popular tourist destination, has already seen its first snowfall of 2024. The snowfall and showers resulted in a considerable drop in temperatures, signalling the start of winter. Snowfall was seen in tourist spots such as Gulmarg and Sonamarg. As Kashmir embraces winter, it is the ideal time for tourists to visit. If you're planning a trip to Kashmir, here are five exciting snow sports to do.
1. One of the best places in India for adventure sports like skiing is Gulmarg in Kashmir. The wide slopes of Apharwat Peak offer a variety of skiing options thanks to the fluffy snow sheets. Amidst stunning alpine scenery, Gulmarg's ski tracks offer an excellent winter playground.
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2. Taking an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) ride is another exciting option to see Kashmir's top features. On some of the better courses in Gulmarg, ATV riders can traverse the snowy fields, steep slopes, and scenic routes.
3. Another well-liked winter sport in Kashmir is snowboarding. Travelers from all around the nation come here. The snow-covered slopes provide a stunning and thrilling snowboarding environment. Additionally, Gulmarg Snowboarding is thought to be among Asia's top experiences.
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4. A snowmobile ride across Kashmir's snow-covered meadows is the perfect way to experience something novel and enjoyable. This allows you to speed across large expanses of snow, climb slopes, and see the city's pristine beauty. It is available in places like Gulmarg and Sonamarg.
5. In Kashmir, winter snow trekking is very well-known, especially in places like Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg. A different kind of adrenaline rush can be experienced when hiking in the stunning, snow-covered surroundings. The Marchoi trip, which gives stunning views of the mountains along the way, is one of the most popular treks in November and December.
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