Zero Point, Sonamarg: Where the Snow Begins

Zero Point lies about 25 km beyond Sonamarg town, on the road that climbs over the Zoji La pass towards Ladakh. It is under snow for most of the year: glaciers, white mountains and a cold wind.

What to do

It is the place to play in the snow, with sledge rides, snow bikes and yak rides, and some of the best glacier views near Sonamarg. There is no mobile network and there are no shops, just the mountains.

At a glance

• Where: beyond Sonamarg towards Zoji La, Ganderbal district
• Distance: 25 km from Sonamarg, about 115 km from Srinagar
• Best time: May to September; the road closes in winter
• Bring: warm jackets and sunglasses, as the sun on the snow is strong