The drive to Sonamarg is through the Sindh Valley, which is a spectacular part of the countryside in Kashmir. Situated at an altitude of 2730m, Sonamarg (The Meadow of Gold) has a backdrop of snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River meanders through the valley and abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer months.

Sonamarg is the base of a major trek that passes along several mountain lakes – Vishansar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal.  Sonamarg is also the take-off point for the drive to Ladakh across the Zojila, a major pass in the Great Himalayan Range through which the Srinagar-Leh road also passes.

TOURIST INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

The Tourist Office at Sonamarg is within the premises of the Tourist Complex, behind the
central cafeteria. Tourists are advised to visit the office for information and assistance. In
particular, trekking trips into the mountains should be undertaken only after consulting the
Tourist Office at Srinagar or Sonamarg on up-to-date safety and feasibility information.