Pahalgam guide
Packing List
What to pack for Pahalgam
In June, Pahalgam is typically warm, expect showers (12 to 26°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Pahalgam essentials
- Warm layers. Waterproofs useful.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A light jacket for evenings
- Light summer clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Light rain jacket or poncho
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Insect / mosquito repellent
- Stick to busy places with high turnover. Avoid tap water. Freshly cooked hot food is safest.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Limited. BSNL most reliable. Jio/Airtel postpaid in Pahalgam town; no signal at Baisaran meadow and Aru...
- Transport drivers from Srinagar overcharging for taxi day trips vs fixed rate with licensed operators
- Peak season in June: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery