Kolahoi Glacier vs Pahalgam
Pick Kolahoi Glacier for
camping, adventure, a real challenge, fewer people, a smaller budget
Pick Pahalgam for
family trips, couples, first-timers, an easier walk, fewer days
| Kolahoi Glacier | Pahalgam | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Aru, Anantnag | Kashmir, Anantnag |
| Highest point | 4,300 m | 2,400 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 55 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 3–4 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹4,000 |
| Gateway | Srinagar | Srinagar |
| With kids | Not advised | Great |
| With seniors | Not advised | Great |
| Permits | Forest permit via operator; ID for checkpoints. | None. |
Kolahoi Glacier: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Pahalgam: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely