★★★★★
Experience Dachigam National Park in its golden afternoon light on a guided walking safari through one of Kashmir’s most biodiverse and protected Himalayan wildernesses.
Full Description
Step into the forests of Dachigam National Park as the afternoon sun filters through the pines on this expertly guided walking safari. Spread across 141 sq km in the Zabarwan Range, Dachigam is home to the critically endangered Hangul deer, Himalayan bears, leopards, and over 150 species of birds. Late afternoon is when the forest stirs back to life, predators begin to move, and the golden hour light turns every sighting into a photographer’s dream. Your certified naturalist guide leads you through carefully chosen trails, reading tracks, calls, and behaviour to bring the wilderness up close. As dusk approaches and the valley fills with birdsong, Dachigam reveals a quieter, more intimate side that few visitors ever witness.
Includes
🗸 Private walk for a personalised experience
🗸 Expert certified wildlife naturalist guide
🗸 All wildlife sanctuary entry permits and fees
🗸 Bottled water during the walk
🗸 Wildlife spotting binoculars
Exclude
✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off across Srinagar
✕ Gratuities (Optional)
✕ Meals and personal snacks
✕ Personal travel insurance
Important information
Meeting time 6:45 AM
Dachigam National Park Main Gate
Entry time 7:00 AM
Safari walk begins
What to bring
Warm layered clothing, sturdy walking shoes, camera, insect repellent, personal medications
Know before you go
Wear muted earth-tone colors. Bright clothing and strong perfumes are not permitted near wildlife
Trail terrain involves moderate walking on uneven forest paths. Reasonable fitness is required
Flash photography near wildlife is strictly prohibited. Binoculars and cameras are welcome
Safari route is adjusted daily based on live wildlife movement and forest department conditions
If the tour falls on a Friday, the route follows forest roads only as inner zones may be restricted. Tours are subject to weather and are governed by terms of bookings listed on www.dachigam.com/termsofbooking