Frequently Asked Questions : Himlaya House and Kashmir

Where is Himalaya House?

Himalaya House is a small Guest House situated right on the River Lidder foreshore in Laripora with beautiful views of the surrounding pine forests and mountains.  Laripora is 5 minutes by taxi or a 20 minute walk into the centre of Pahalgam.

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How do I get to Himalaya House?

By Air from Delhi, Jammu and Leh

Flights available on all major airlines into Srinagar.  We can arrange an airport pick-up for the 2 hour drive to Himalaya House for Rs 1,500.

From Delhi

Jeep Delhi via Jammu to Himalaya House takes 24 hours and we recommend an overnight stay in Jammu.  It will cost you approximately Rs 10,000.
Bus Tesharzi, Delhi is where you catch the JK SRTC bus to Srinagar.  We can arrange a pick-up from Srinagar for the 2 hours drive to Himalaya House for Rs 1,500.
By Train and Road Take the train from Delhi to Jammu, overnight in Jammu and catch a taxi or bust from Jammu to Srinagar.  We can arrange a pick-up from Srinagar for the 2 hours drive to Himalaya House for Rs 1,500.

From Jammu

Jeep Jammu to Himalaya House takes 5 hours and will cost you approximately Rs 4,000.
Bus Bus from Jammu to Srinagar.  We can arrange a pick-up from Srinagar for the 2 hours drive to Himalaya House for Rs 1,500.

From Leh

Jeep Leh to Himalaya House takes 2 days with an overnight stay in Kargil or Drass  and will cost you approximately Rs 10,000.
Bus Bus from Leh to Srinagar takes 2 days with an overnight stay in Kargil or Drass.  We can arrange a pick-up from Srinagar for the 2 hours drive to Himalaya House for Rs 1,500.

What are the room rates for Himalaya House?

Peak Season (May to October)

Room Only – Rs 1,300*
Room & Breakfast – Rs 1,500*
Room & Full Board – Rs 2,400*

Off Peak Season (November to April)

Room Only – Rs 1,000*
Room & Breakfast – Rs 1,300*
Room & Full Board – Rs 1,900*

* All rates inclusive of tax. 

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What is there to do in Pahalgam?

You can explore the spectacular forests, mountains and rivers by trekking, hourse riding or white water rafting in the local area.

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