Immerse yourself in the heart of Gulmargs snowy paradise with this 5-night skiing adventure. Designed for skiers of all levels, this package combines professional instruction, high-altitude gondola rides, and access to legendary slopes like Apharwat Peak. Stay in cozy ski-in/ski-out lodges, refine your technique with certified guides, and experience the thrill of carving through pristine Himalayan powder. Perfect for beginners craving lessons or experts chasing backcountry challenges.
Arrive at Srinagar Airport; transfer directly to Gulmarg (2-hour drive).
Check into a slope-side lodge with easy access to the ski lifts.
Evening briefing with your ski instructor; gear fitting (skis, boots, poles, helmet).
Relax with a hearty dinner and acclimatize to the mountain air.
Breakfast at the lodge.
Full-day beginner session: Master balance, turns, and stops on gentle slopes (Marys Slope/Kongdoori).
Aprs-ski: Warm up with Kashmiri Kahwa (saffron tea) and local snacks.
Evening debrief with your instructor.
Early breakfast; ride the Gondola (Phase 1 & 2) to Apharwat Peak (3,780m).
Ski advanced trails like Shark Fin or Kongdoori Bowl with panoramic Himalayan views.
Packed lunch on the slopes.
Free evening to unwind in the lodges sauna.
Guided off-piste skiing in Gulmargs backcountry (e.g., Baby Apharwat, Monkey Hill).
Learn avalanche safety basics and terrain navigation.
Return to the lodge; share stories over a bonfire dinner.
Choose your focus:
Freeride: Explore ungroomed terrain with a guide.
Freestyle: Test tricks in Gulmargs terrain park (jumps, rails).
Optional Add-On: Heli-Skiing for expert skiers (extra cost).
Morning last-chance skiing on your favorite slope.
Return gear; drive back to Srinagar Airport.
Depart with unforgettable memories of Himalayan powder.
Accommodation: 5 nights in a slope-side lodge (ski-in/ski-out access).
Meals: Daily breakfast + 5 dinners (energy-packed menus).
Ski Essentials:
Ski equipment rental (skis, boots, poles, helmet).
5-day Gulmarg Ski Pass (Phase 1 Gondola included).
Certified ski instructor (1:4 ratio for groups).
Safety Gear: Avalanche kit (transceiver, probe, shovel) for backcountry days.
Transfers: Private SUV (Srinagar Airport to Gulmarg roundtrip).
Flights/train tickets to Srinagar.
Lunches, beverages (including alcohol), and personal expenses.
Phase 2 Gondola tickets (if not covered in ski pass).
Heli-skiing, GoPro rentals, or private coaching (optional add-ons).
Travel insurance.