First registered backcountry guiding company in Gulmarg since 1999!

Gulmarg Ski Resort

Gulmarg is the worlds highest ski resort, 4300 metres high Mt Apharwat in the Pir Panjal range of the western Himalayas of Kashmir India gives you access to 1800-2200 ski vertical metres. Gulmarg ski resort is a paradise for freeriding and Backcountry riders with ungroomed and steep terrain. The Himalayas are known for remarkably deep and dry powder snow.

Gulmarg ski resort sits on a mountain plateau at 2600 metres beneath the 4300 metres Mt Apharwat.  

 Gulmarg is a very young ski destination with unlimited terrain.

Himalayan Ski Trip

 

  • Starting dates  from 10th January to 10th march 2024
  • 7 nights accommodation at one of  the best hotels in Gulmarg Ski resort
  • Hotel Highlands /Rosewood /HillTop include breakfast and Dinner, and last night in Srinagar Dal Lake HouseBoat.
  • 6 Days Guided backcountry /touring skiing and Snowboarding
  • Our guides have experience of 10-20 years of Heliski and Backcountry in the Himalayas.
  • 20000 to 24000 guided ski vertical metres guaranteed.
  • Heli Rescue back up, from 15th January to 10th March  and one avalanche class training
  • All lift passes include
  • Transport from Srinagar airport and return.
  • Ski and Avalanche gear are complimentary from our Ski shop
  • 24 hrs Hosting.
Hotel roomHighlands ParkHilltopHotel Rosewood
Single Occupancy 2312 USD2200 USD1950 USD
Shared Occupancy 2000 USD1812 USD1562 USD

Our Values

Location
Gulmarg Ski Resort is a small village sits at an elevation 2600 metres nestled in western Himalayas of Kashmir India. It is an amazing ski village with one of the best deep dry snow conditions, you can ride from 4300 meters to an elevation of 2600 meters. Huge Skiing verticals 1600-1700 metres. Ski the worldwide unique terrain and one of the highest skiable terrain in the world. Our mountains and the team assure you an unforgettable powder experience in Gulmarg, Kashmir. Basically Gulmarg is a Backcountry ski resort accessible by worlds highest Gondola.
Accommodation
Gulmarg has a lot of nice Hotels. We from Gulmarg powder guides work together with the Khyber Resort and Spa, Highlands Park and the Rosewood Hotel. The Hotels are the perfect place to relax after an exhausting outdoor day.
Terrain
You will be riding incredible Himalayas with Gulmarg Powder Guides. Gulmarg ski resort has number of open Alpine bowls with huge verticals, virgin and end less terrain. Ride the worlds 4300 metres highest and unique terrain. Skiing and snowboarding in Himalayas is full day Orgasm!
Safety
Your safety is our ultimate ambition. Read more at safety and check our team. Our guides study and check the snow pack everyday.
Gulmarg Ski Guides
Gulmarg powder guides provides you the most qualified and experienced ski guides in Gulmarg , each guide has 10 years of heli guiding and many years of Backcountry Guiding experience in Himalayas.
Travel information & FAQ
We're sure you have a lot of questions about skiing and traveling to Kashmir. Have a look at our travel information & FAQ page. If you have more questions don't hesitate to ask!

THE TEAM

SKI GUIDES

billa majeed bakshi
Billa Majeed Bakshi

Director & Lead Guide

  • Gulmarg, Kashmir Kashmir India - 193403
  • +9195962 51399
  • ski@gulmargpowderguides.com

Billa was born in Kashmir in the Gulmarg area and he started ski guiding from a very young age. He is the founder of Kashmir Heli ski and also the lead Guide for Gulmarg Powder Guides. Billa has almost more than 17 years of Guiding experience From New Zealand to the Himalayas and Canada. He is working as a Heli-Ski Guide since 2011 with Kashmir Heliski, and in summer he lives in Canada.

Showkat (ALI)

Ski Guide

  • Gulmarg, Baramula, J&K, India

Ali joined Gulmarg Powder Guides in 2006 and has been working as a Heli guide for Kashmir Heliski since 2011. He’s also a local and has more than 18 years of ski guiding experience in the Himalayas. He is the favourite guide of our backcountry clients; he knows the mountains like the back of his hand. Ali spends almost 340 days a year in the mountains, he guides every day to guests even in summer, he is a real mountain goat, Ali is a very friendly ski guide, you will always miss him after your ski trip.

Ali has almost 12 years of Heli ski guiding experience with zero accidental records.

Mir Mushtaq

Ski Guide

  • Gulmarg, Baramula, J&K, India

Mir is guiding here in our Pir Panjal Range for the last 14 years. He’s one of our very experienced local ski guides. He has won a couple of national free-ride skiing competitions. Mir loves backcountry skiing and of course, Heli guiding. He’s been a Heli guide with Kashmir Heliski since the beginning, and he is working for us with Gulmarg Powder Guides.  Mir has almost 18 years of Guiding experience in the Himalayas with zero accidental records.

Our Blog

News & Updates

heli skiing 2024

01

Mar
2024
Experience Unmatched Skiing Thrills: Book Your March Adventure Now!
Posted by: Billa Bakshi /6
Over the past three weeks, Gulmarg Ski Resort has been bustling with activity, marking the peak of the season. The good news? We’re open for business until the end of March, offering prime skiing conditions. Currently, we boast the finest snow conditions, and brace yourself for an impending storm predicted to bring over a meter […]
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PirPanjal Skiing

21

Jan
2024
Update on Operations Amidst Unprecedented Snow Conditions In Gulmarg
Posted by: Billa Bakshi /11
We commenced operations on January 12, 2024. However, we’ve encountered the most challenging snow conditions in decades. The good news is that it seems the worst time is behind us. A snowstorm is expected on January 25, offering significant relief for powder enthusiasts. Unfortunately, many January bookings had to be postponed or cancelled. On a […]
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