Tips from Passprt Community

• Vehicle Restrictions: Due to local taxi union rules, Srinagar / outside vehicles cannot roam inside Pahalgam, Gulmarg, or Sonmarg. Only local union vehicle / Pony can be used at Pahalgam or Sonmarg for local sightseeing.
• For Sonmarg sightseeing, our vehicle will take the guest to the Sonmarg taxi stand. From there, the guest needs to hire a pony/local union cab for sightseeing like Thajwas Glacier, Zero Point
• During winter, the road to Sonmarg remains closed and vehicles can only go up to Gagangir.
• For visiting Aru Valley, Chanadanwadi or Betab Valley in Pahalgam, local union taxi has to be booked from Pahalgam.
• Cab Timings & Duty: Cabs are available until 6:00 PM with a maximum duty of 10 hrs. Discuss with Passprt team for any exception.
• Weather and Clothing:
• Summer (May to August): Light woolens and cotton clothes.
• Winter (November to February): Heavy woolens and thermal wear.
• Monsoon (July to September): Waterproof jackets and umbrellas.
• Carry sufficient cash as ATMs might not be available in remote areas or might run out of cash.
• Respect local customs and traditions. Dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
  
  Due to local union rules in Pahalgam, the booked cab will take you upto Pahalgam/Stay booked. For visiting Aru Valley, Chanadanwadi or Betab Valley, local union taxi has to be booked.
• Due to local union rules in Sonmarg, the booked cab will take you upto Sonmarg taxi stand/Stay booked. From there, you need to take a local taxi to visit places like Zero Point or hire a pony to reach Thajiwas Glacier.