Baltal Valley

Baltal Valley is a name that every travel fan knows, especially the one that loves the mountains. As per the name, Baltal is a valley located 40 km from Sonamarg near Zojila in Ganderbal, Jammu-Kashmir. It is a famous valley that is known as the base-camp from where the Hindu pilgrims start their holy journey for Amarnath.

It Is Known For:-
1)    Baltal is a beautiful valley that provides a shorter route to the Amarnath Cave pilgrims.

2)    It serves as the base camp from where the groups of the pilgrims begin their journey.

3)    This valley is surrounded by the beauty of Mother Nature in all directions. It is located amid the mountains that remain covered in snow for a major portion of the year.

4)    It is seen as a major trekking destination by the trek lovers and one can spot numerous trek lovers at the site.

Best Time To Visit:-
Baltal Valley can be visited best during the holy Amarnath Yatra. The authorities make the proper arrangements for the pilgrims like food, accommodation, first-aid etc. The CRPF is always active for maintaining law & order and providing protection to the pilgrims. However, it can also be visited for the purpose of trekking.

Watch Out!
Visitors are recommended to carry the warm clothes when visiting Baltal Valley. For a major portion of the year, this valley remains cold and thus, it would be safe carrying the warm clothes. Trekking should be avoided during a rainy weather in order to avoid the mishaps.

Reaching There:-
Ganderbal is well-connected via major roads, railways, and airways in Kashmir. It can be reached by any of the above-listed means. Traveling within the town is done by the local transit like taxis, sharing shuttles, and buses.

Nearest Railway Station:- Udhampur Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Srinagar Airports