Prime Day & Hours: Monday to Saturday 7 AM - 2 PM
Suggested Duration: 3-4 days
Tickets: Free entry
Nearest Railway Station: Jammu Tawi Railway Station, approx 250 kms away.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh-ul Alam International Airport, approx. 177 km away.
Nearest Bus Stop: Srinagar Bus Stand, approx 166.6 km away.
The Tulail Valley, sometimes referred to as "Little Ladakh," is a secret gem in Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez region. With its location on the Kishanganga River, it is home to the Dard people, who still follow their traditional ways and speak the Shina language. It has more than 20 towns, such as Barnoi, Zedagay, and Sheikhpora. You can witness wooden homes, see people in woolen Pherans, and feel the warmth of the residents as part of the Kashmir tour packages. Around Gadsar Lake and Satsar Pass, you can set out on hiking trails that connect Tulail to Sonamarg and Naranag.
Additionally, you can check out Rakhi-Sin, a freshwater pond, and enjoy stunning views of the icy-blue Kishanganga River. Since fishing is popular here, you can fish the river for rainbow, brown, and snow trout. You can play sports with the locals, such as cricket, kabaddi, and gulli danda.
Must-Try Experiences
1. Trek to High-Altitude Lakes and Passes: You can walk along glacier paths and through alpine meadows to reach Nanga Parbat Base Camp, which is reached via high mountain trails. Get to the beautiful Shounter Lake on the Shounter Pass trip, which is one of the best places to visit in Jammu and Kashmir. You can see a clear blue glacial lake from the Ratti Gali Lake walk. You can also take shorter, less well-known trails to get to quiet valleys and towns that are far away.
2. Camp by the River and Forest: You can camp near the Kishanganga River or in the woods high up in the mountains. Set up your tents on flat ground and bring your gear for an unforgettable outdoor experience. The clear night skies offer incredible stargazing opportunities, making it a romantic option often featured in Kashmir honeymoon packages. Since this area is close to the border, it’s important to get permission from the local authorities or the army before you camp.
3. Watch people weave wool and herd sheep: Go to the homes of people who make goat-hair mats, jarabias, and pherans. During the winter, observe ladies gathering wood and spinning yarn. You can see the movement of sheep and zoomie cows between high and low pastures. In neighbouring towns like Bandipora and Ganderbal, families witness engage in wool trading.
4. Explore Remote Villages: Seeing localities such as Sheikhpora and Purana Tulail is one of the unmissable things to do in Jammu and Kashmir. Explore the old wooden houses that line the tiny, narrow streets. You could talk to people there or watch them do things they do every day. You can see how the Dardic community thrives in these towns and learn more about the people who live in the valley.
