Aru Valley - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Aru Valley is a small yet self-sufficient scenic village located 12 km from Pahalgam. The drive up to the village is alluring too. The location of the village among the grasslands, make this place a tourist delight. It is reachable by walking along a mountain path. The village also serves as the start point for trekking to Kolahoi glacier. 

 Overlooking the majestic snow-capped peaks of Himalayan Range, Aru Valley is a pristine scenic village situated in the region of Trans-Himalaya. Clear blue canopy over the head, misty surroundings, whispers of the native pines and conifer forests and beautiful meadows create a captivating diorama for travelers thronging the place.

The village is located among the grasslands which give a picturesque beauty to the village, making it a famous tourist destination.

Aru Valley is a rather peaceful locale. Like other villages of Kashmir this too is acclaimed for its glistening lakes, meadows and ice-capped that it looks upon.

Hiking, fishing and horse-riding are other popular activities in Aru Valley. If someone is interested in wildlife safari, there is Overa-Aru Biosphere 76 kilometers away.

It is one of the most unforgettable experiences you will ever have. While visiting this place, the natural beautiful sceneries, greenery, refreshing air, peaceful silence of this place will capture your mind for a long lasting time, and once you are here you may want to come back to this place again and again.

Aru Valley enriches the glory of Jammu and Kashmir tourism by being the starting point of trekking expeditions to Kolahoi Glacier and Sonmarg.

Apart from the trekkers, the village also caters to the skiing desires of tourists who love to visit the place during winters.

It is also a wonderful place for photography enthusiasts- the sheer beauty of the green grass, the vast meadow, and the grazing horses make for a very picturesque location.

It is surrounded by mountains on three sides and is famous for trout fishing. One can often see animals like the snow leopards, Himalayan wolf and black bear while travelling through this uninhibited place on earth.

Though the village is the smallest hill station in the state, but still its breathtaking beauty and interesting activities like trekking, hiking and horse riding make it one of the most popular tourist places to visit in Pahalgam.

How to Reach

By Taxi

This place is Well connected by road. Aru valley is 15 km from pahalgam to reach pahalgam Taxi from Srinagar Airport or town center to should be Rs 2,200 and is a 2 1/2 hour trip one way. From Jammu is 8 hours to get Pahalgam. To reach aru valley you can get taxi or poni ride.

By Bus 

Pahlagam is connected by Jammu and Kashmir state owned road transport corporation buses. Pahalgam is well connected to Srinagar (95 km, Rs 50) by buses. Special luxurious buses will also be available from Jammu and Srinagar to Pahalgam.

By Train 

The nearest major railhead is at Jammu, which is 255 km away. One can reach Pahalgam from railway station by taxis or buses. Taxi fare is about Rs 3,000.and Aru can be reached by taxi for an onward track to Lidderwat, Kolohoi Glaciers, etc.

By Air 

The nearest airport to Pahalgam is at Srinagar. It is placed at a distance of about 95 km from Pahalgam. Srinagar is air connected to Delhi with regular flight services. Taxi services are available at the airport and taxi fare from Srinagar to Pahalgam will be about Rs 1,000.

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