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Gulmarg Gondola Ticket Price 2026 Guide

Ride the world's highest cable car above pine forests and snow peaks this summer.

Gondola Overview

Route
Phase 1 Gulmarg to Kongdoori, Phase 2 to Apharwat Peak
Altitude
Up to 13,000 ft at top station
Duration
Around 10-15 min per phase

Phase 1 Ticket Price

Adult fare
Roughly Rs 700-900 return
Child fare
Around 50-60% of adult price
Booking
Online slots or counter tickets at Gulmarg

Phase 2 Ticket Price

Adult fare
Approx Rs 1500-1900 return
Includes
Phase 1 + Phase 2 combined ride
Note
Prices revise seasonally, check current rate

Best Time in Summer

Season
May to August pleasant weather
Morning slot
9 AM to 11 AM has shorter queues
Weather
Sunny valley, snow still on top peak

What to Wear

Light jacket for valley, warm layer for peak
Comfortable trekking shoes with grip
Sunglasses and sunscreen for glare
Woolen cap and gloves if going Phase 2
Carry a light raincoat, weather changes fast

How to Reach Gulmarg

From Srinagar
About 50-55 km, 1.5-2 hr taxi ride
Base point
Gondola station near Gulmarg main market
Parking
Paid parking near ticket counters

Insider Tips

Tip 1
Book Phase 2 tickets early, limited daily slots
Tip 2
Avoid weekends for shorter waiting lines
Tip 3
Carry ID proof, mandatory for ticket verification

Phase 1 vs Phase 2

Phase 1 Ride
Gulmarg to Kongdoori station
Lower altitude, easier for kids and elders
Lower ticket cost, quick 10 min ride
Phase 2 Ride
Kongdoori to Apharwat Peak top
Higher altitude, cold and windy
Best views but higher ticket price

Honest Travel Note

Weather at Gulmarg can shift quickly even in summer, so gondola rides sometimes pause for safety. Keep a flexible plan and check operational status locally before heading up.

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