Kashmir With Real Wildlife

DURATION
04 Night 05 Day

  TYPE OF TRIP
Road Trip

  START CITY
Srinagar

  END CITY
Srinagar

Kashmir With Real Wildlife Tour Package


Kashmir is known for cosseting some of the finest gifts of Mother Nature and wildlife is one of them. In order to witness the world of the wilds dwelling in Kashmir, Dachigam National Park is the best place. Thus, we offer you a Kashmir with Real Wildlife Tour Package that lets you explore the scenic beauty of the place along with the marvels of the wild world. First we take you to the most splendid locations of Kashmir – Srinagar, Sonmarg and Gulmarg. While you bask in the splendor of the place, you actually witness some of the most picturesque setting. Thereafter, we take you to the Dachigam National Park. It is an abode to various wild species like Himalayan Black Bear, Jungle Cat, Long-tailed Marmot, Musk Deer, Babbler, Koklass Pheasant and Bearded Vulture. The best time to visit this park is the spring season.

1
Day

Arrive Srinagar

Meet on arrival at Srinagar Airport and transfer to check-in at houseboat. Rest day free for your own activity. Overnight stay at houseboat.

2
Day

Srinagar

After morning breakfast take a ride to Shikara (Optional) on the lake Its one of the most peaceful & relaxing aspects in Kashmir. Later visit Nishat Bagh or the Abode of pleasure, which was built by Asif Khan in 1632 AD. Asif Khan is the brother in law of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. Also visit the delightful Shalimar Bagh or the Abode of love. Shalimar Bagh was built by Jahangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. This gardens situated on the bank of Dal Lake, have the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is near about 12 and 15 kms respectively. Later you can also visit the carpet-weaving factory on the way. Enjoy the dinner and spend the night in the Deluxe Houseboat

3
Day

Srinagar-Sonmarg-Srinagar

After morning breakfast take a ride to Shikara (Optional) on the lake Its one of the most peaceful & relaxing aspects in Kashmir. Later you will be driven for full day excursion trip to Sonmarg. Sonamarg (Meadow of Gold) – It is a place of enthralling beauty, lies in Sindh Valley, streamed with flowers, surrounded by mountains and perched at an altitude of 2690 m above sea level. Visited less frequently by tourists, it has as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a clear sky. It is a quiet alpine retreat surrounded with sycamore, silver birch, fir and pine trees and the last halt on the Kashmir side for the drive from Srinagar to Leh. It is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes. After having your lunch at local restaurant, feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains. You can enjoy Horse ride at Sonmarg (Optional). Afternoon drive back from Sonmarg to Srinagar. Overnight stay at houseboat.

4
Day

Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar

After breakfast proceed for a scenic drive to Gulmarg. Gulmarg (Meadow of Gold). Gulmark was discovered as a tourist destination by the British in the 19th century. Prior to that, Mughal emperors vacationed in the Gulmarg valley which is about 03 kms long and up-to 01 km wide. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek upto Khilangmarg which can be covered in about 3 to 4 hrs or enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a Cable Car Known as (Gondola). Later drive back to Srinagar. On arrival check-in at houseboat. Overnight stay at houseboat.

5
Day

Srinagar-Dachigam – Srinagar

After breakfast go for excursion to Dachigam National Park. Dachigam National Park is situated around 22kms North-East of Srinagar. It was the private hunting grounds of Maharaja Gulab Singh. Dachigam National Park is divided into two areas the lower and upper Dachigam. The best time to be in Dachigam National Park is when spring has just arrived with its pastel colors and blossoms of apricots, peaches and plums. Enjoy the safari at Dachigam National Park. Later drive back to Srinagar. On arrival check-in at houseboat. Overnight stay at houseboat.

6
Day

Srinagar

After breakfast transfer to Airport for your onward destination.