The Gulmarg Gondola Cable Car in Gulmarg is one of the premier attractions in Kashmir's tourism sector. A gondola ride in Gulmarg is a must-do experience, as it is the highest cable car in Asia.
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The gondola has two phases:
**Phase I** starts and ends at Affarwat, ascending to an altitude of 2,600 meters (8,530 feet) above sea level. **Phase II** commences at Kongdori and takes you to the top of Affarwat Peak, reaching an elevation of 4,600 meters (15,091 feet) above sea level.
Both phases can be booked online during the peak season, which runs from March to June. It is advisable to pre-book your tickets at least 40 days in advance through the official website or by contacting Kashmir Travelport for gondola cable car bookings during the off-peak months. Booking is essential.
The cost for a gondola ride is 810 rupees for Phase I and 1,010 rupees for Phase II. The combined cost for both phases is 1,820 rupees per person. This pricing applies to individuals aged three and older; children under three ride for free.
A Tatkal booking option is available daily from 5 PM to 7 PM. Prices for Tatkal tickets are higher, costing 1,110 rupees for Phase I and 1,310 rupees for Phase II, totalling 2,420 rupees for both phases.
How much time does it take to reach Phase I and Phase II?
From Gulmarg to Kongdori, which is Phase I, it typically takes around 10 minutes to reach Kongdori. From Kongdori to Affarwat, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach Phase II.