Kashmir Houseboats

Houseboat is a Novel type of accommodation available in Kashmir as you have Hotels available throughout the world but unlike a Houseboat being available in Kerala which is totally different and hence cannot prove compatible to what we have in Kashmir in any respect.

Kashmir Houseboats

The Kashmir Houseboats are run in economy and luxurious grades, fairly all suitable rates. Each houseboat is having the capacity of two to five bedrooms, adjoining bathrooms, a drawing room, a pantry, the upper deck, with a separate kitchen boat, partly occupied by the staff (family). Grade one houseboats favourably compete with any of the fine hotels on land so far as furniture, fixtures and requirements are concerned. Houseboats are managed by joint family members who have wide experience in catering menus of both Eastern and Western styles. Famed owners also arrange for trekking, site-seeing and mountaineering and other activities of the visitors in the summer. But these subsidiary vocations of the boatsmen have been snatched by the upstart business men.

Gulmarg Kashmir Skiing

Gulmarg was first recognized as a ski hotel by the English who had set up the Ski Team of Indian here in 1927. Snowboarding at Gulmarg had become very popular during the pre-independence years. The accommodation used to variety two significant skiing activities, one each during Xmas and Easter time. In 1938-39, about 500 skiers and snowboarders are said to have attended Xmas and Easter time ski activities. Gulmarg Kashmir Skiing environment was determined with Western ski hotels of the 70's and 1950s  - the 'Alps of excellent old days'. It has excellent sunlight as well as excellent  snowfall.
The skiing year usually begins just before Xmas (mid December) and carries on until finishing April. During 1998, Gulmarg organised the first Nationwide Winter year Activities of Indian, for which the features were substantially enhanced and enhanced. Contemporary devices like Kasse Bohrer Snow Defeating Devices and snow sleds were brought in, as also the first stage of the Gulmarg Gondola Wire Car was requested. The accommodation features were further enhanced and enhanced for the 4th Nationwide Winter year Activities, which were also organised here during 2003-2004. Thereafter , every year national winter games are organised at Gulmarg. Winter year Activities Federation of Indian has announced Gulmarg as the Winter year Activities Investment of Indian.

Kashmir Houseboats - Himalayan Experience

A fairy tale land defining Sufi way of life sits manifested atop northern India, and we call it Kashmir! Snow peaked Himalayas, the Ladakh and the Karakoram fold around the valley, envying, and at the same time adoring its charm. Srinagar, the capital city, bears imprints of the influence of Mughals who left their flavour in the magnificent gardens skirting the famous Dal lake, a popular host of Victorian houseboats.

Sukoon, the first eco-luxury houseboat decked on the quiet waters of the Dal Lake offers 5 rooms, adorned with traditional walnut carved furniture and pine wood flooring, and offers magnificient views of the snow covered Pir Panjal Mountains. Luscious food offered in Kashmiri, Indian and Continental cruise on its large sun deck by highly hospitable staff assures you a quality and a dreamy stay.

Take a look at the website of this fine retreat.

http://www.discoveryjourneysindia.com/lotus-retreat.html

Various shrines like Hazratbal mosque adorn Kashmir with bewildering charm, and moving from one to another offers you an opportunity to drink the lip smacking traditional Kashmiri tea – Kahwa. Kashmir is also one of the very few places to grow Saffron, the magical herb Phoenicians came hunting for in 600 B.C. It is in fact considered the secret of Cleopatra’s romantic aroma.Gulmarg Kashmir Skiing, paragliding over the slippery snow of Gulmarg, and mountain cycling through ancient routes are worth a special trip.With highly hospitable locals to complement its jaw dropping beauty and topography, Kashmir without mentioning becomes a paradise for families, honeymooners and adventurists alike. Shop for the world renowned Pashmina shawls; play golf at the Golfing Mecca of India – Gulmarg; or go bird watching in the wetlands of Surinsar, but don’t leave Kashmir awaiting your arrival for long!

The tour takes you through the vibrant alpine valleys of Kashmir and up the desolate heights of Zanskar and Ladakh for a glimpse at India's grandest natural wonder. You'll pull up the anchor at Srinagar for a relaxing houseboat cruise, gliding over the tranquil Backwaters of Dal Lake for panoramic views of the snowcapped Pir Panjal Mountains. After docking, you'll disembark and then head to the hills for Gandola cable car mountain ride or a round at one of highest golf courses in the world. Continuing your climb, you'll drive through the Suru Valley to the hidden kingdom of Zanskar. Surrounded by prehistoric glaciers and the skyscraping peaks of Nun (7,135m) and Kun (7,085m), you'll visit 1,000 years old mountain monasteries at Lamayuru & Alchi before concluding the tour at the largest gompa in lower Ladakh. Peaking through Kashmir’s whisps clouds, Gulmarg’s towering ski slopes rank among the highest in the world. Its multitude of mixed runs challenge beginners and ski veterans alike while serving up breathtaking views of the frosted Himalayas. Skiers can climb into one of Gulmarg’s 6- seater gondolas, lifting them to the summit of Mount Apharwat, the region’s tallest mountain with an elevation of 4,100 mts ! On clear days, it’s also possible to glimpse one of the world’s ninth highest mountain “Nanga Parbat” soaring up from valley floor. In – between ski runs, guests can enjoy ice-skating or cross –country skiing across the stunning powered landscape.