Thajiwas Glacier

About Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg, Kashmir

Thajiwas Glacier, located at an altitude of 9,186 feet at a short distance from Sonmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, is enormous and blessed with magnificent beauty. Overlooked by the Thajiwas mountain and surrounded by meadows, conifer trees and frozen lakes, it is one of the most beautiful sights you will ever come across. Tourists visit Thajiwas Glacier for enjoying its breathtaking sights, building snowmen & enjoying a sledding ride. You can also take a short hike to the several waterfalls surrounding the Thajiwas Glacier.

Top Things to Do at Thajiwas Glacier

• Sledding
• Building snowmen & snowcastles
• Photography
• Hiking

Best Time to Visit Thajiwas Glacier

April to October is the best time to visit Thajiwas Glacier, when the climate is pleasant and cool & great for enjoying various kinds of activities.

How to Reach Thajiwas Glacier?

Thajiwas Glacier is located 2.3 kilometers approx. from Sonmarg, and can be reached by taking a 30 minutes hike. Ponies are also available for hire from Sonmarg.