Aru Valley
Aru Valley is a small, picture-postcard mountain village located 12 km from Pahalgam. Known for its log-style houses, lush green camping grounds, and as the base camp for treks to Tarsar-Marsar Lakes and Kolahoi Glacier.
Altitude
2,410 meters (7,910 ft)
Weather / Climate
Pleasant summers (12°C to 24°C), snowy and quiet winters (-4°C to 10°C)
Best Time to Visit
April to November (hiking/trekking) & December to March for winter snow stays
Distance from Srinagar
107 km from Srinagar (12 km from Pahalgam)
Top Things to Do in Aru Valley
Trek to Lidderwat
Take a day-hike along stream banks into dense pine meadows leading toward glaciers.
Pony riding in Aru Meadow
Take a relaxed pony ride around the boundary fence of the village valley.
Camp under the stars
Set up tents on green lawns beside local streams under clear mountain skies.
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