Hey I would like to take a moment to welcome you to this blog post about “Golfing in Gulmarg”. I will try to keep this post short and sweet as well as to the point. Over the years, of conducting special golf tours for our visitors, we at kashmiradventuretours.com have come across many frequently asked questions from tourists about golfing facilities here in Gulmarg. So, I have compiled this post in the FAQ style to make it easy for you. So read on!

  1. Does Gulmarg really have a Golf course?

Many people who hear about Gulmarg think it’s just a hilly resort full of pine and deodar forests, but contrary to that myth Gulmarg is much much more. Infact, the second part of the name “marg” actually translates to a meadow. So, Gulmarg does really have a golf course.

  1. What’s different about the Gulmarg golf course?

Well, first of all it’s the highest green golf course in the world above sea level. It’s something which in and out of itself makes it unique in comparison.  The other thing I want mention is that it’s one of the oldest in India.

  1. Who established the Gulmarg golf course?

Now that’s a strange question and an unexpected one. Quite honestly, we had to do our own research on that one the first time and found that it was established by the British and designed by Colonel Neville Chamberlain who was an officer in the British India Army.

  1. Is Gulmarg golf Course open in march?

That’s another query that we receive on a consistent basis from spring golfers. The answer is no, Gulmarg usually remains snow clad longer than the rest of the Kashmir Valley.

  1. When is the Gulmarg Golf Course open?

It’s open between late April to late October as there’s usually no snow during this time.

  1. What are the charges/fees at Gulmarg Golf Course?

The Gulmarg Golf Course charges a green fee of approx ₹800 for 9-hole, ₹1,200 for 18-hole.

We recommend you check out our special golfing package, so everything is taken care of for you by a professional team to make this a memorable experience.

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