Srinagar guide
Packing List
What to pack for Srinagar
In June, Srinagar is typically warm, light rain possible (14 to 29°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Srinagar essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
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
- 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
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Good 4G with Jio and Airtel (postpaid only for non-locals). Prepaid SIM requires J&K verification. BSNL most...
- Pocket tissues: some island toilets are squat-style or limited