Kargil to Budgam

• Permits

  Carry valid ID proof for security checks.
• Weather

  Check weather reports for Zoji La pass before starting.
• Clothing

  Carry warm clothes even in summer.
• Food

  Carry snacks and water as there are limited options on the highway.
• Connectivity

  Mobile network can be intermittent on the highway.

• Road Safety

  Drive slowly on the Zoji La pass.
• Health

  Carry motion sickness medication.
• Security

  Follow instructions from security personnel.
• Emergency

  Keep local emergency numbers saved.

• Is the road from Kargil to Budgam open all year?
  No, it closes in winter due to snow.
• How long does it take to reach Budgam?
  It takes about 7 hours by road.
• Are there buses from Kargil to Budgam?
  Yes, but they are infrequent.
• What is the best time to visit Budgam?
  Summer months are the best.
• Is it safe to travel to Budgam?
  Yes, but check the current security situation.

• From Kargil, Jammu and Kashmir, India
• To Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India
• Modes

May to September when the Zoji La pass is open and the weather is pleasant.