EP 4 Exploring Gurez Valley | Season -2 | Dawar | Offbeat Kashmir

Gurez Valley is about 140 km away from Srinagar, We visited Gurez valley in the month of June, which is the peak season time. Road from srinagar to Gurez is good, we didn’t face any issue.

Gurez valley is cut off from the rest of the kashmir during winter time i.e. November to March. In fact even in April month sometimes the routes are not open bcoz the road passes through Razdan pass which has snow till april.

This Video was shot on 27th June 2023.

Below are the activities / key destinations we visited in Gurez valley.

Log Hut Cafe is a perfect place for bikers, hikers, and locals to stop for a cup of coffee. This cafe is in Dawar, Gurez Valley. Log Hut Cafe is exclusively run by the Indian army.

Dawar is the largest town of Gurez Valley.

Khandyal Top is a beautiful spot in Gurez Valley. Khandyal is a medium size village located in Gurez Valley.
Camping Charges: 4 person Rs 1500
1 person Rs 1000

KishanGanga River - It is a major tributary of the west-flowing Jhelum River. It is also known as Neelum River. Kishanganga River originates from Vishansar Lake, which lies on the mountains above Sonamarg.

Tulail valley is surrounded by mountains similar to every other place in Kashmir lies mostly on the bank of the Kishanganga River. Tulail gives you the feel of old Kashmir where one can spot old structured houses of Kashmir.

Sheikhpora Village is the second last village of Kashmir after Sheikhpora Village the last village is the Chakwali Village where tourists are not allowed in the Army and local villagers are allowed. We visited the Sheikhpora Village and had local food there.

Habba Khatoon Peak is the dominant peak in Gurez Valley. Habba Khatoon, named Zoon (meaning moon) by her parents, was a Kashmiri poetess in the 16th century. There is the Habba Khatoon spring near the peak.

We ended our day at Log Hut Cafe in the evening and had coffee.

We stayed at Dawar - Kaka palace - tariff rs 4500 double occupancy incudes breakfast and dinner for two.

Driver - Showkhat Bhai - 9906876232 - he is a good guy but as it happens when there is a rush he may send someone in his place, so do check out with that someone your self before you book the cab.

Hope you enjoyed watching this episode.

In the next video you will see our journey from Gurez to Srinagar.

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[vitthumaulee]

Very l❤vely place, incredible scenic gorgeous views captivating one's ❤for Nature and the beautiful valleies and landscapes 😊

[suniljohnson]

Beautiful.Dekhkar anand hi anand aa jata hai.IShwar aapki jaha bhi jate hai raksha kare.

[JaswinderSingh-zeft]

Not a single weekend day we have missed you watching.when I was 15 years old in 1975 I been to jammu kashmir with 200 indian railway staff students and 50 offices senior.on those days no social media now I am trying to take my family with your help visa 2explore great achievement 👍 you have helped many people ❤

[samoonaabid]

As a resident of Gurez I can say that this is the best video on YouTube I have ever seen about Gurez... Though I have seen enough vlogs but this one is unique...Thank you Sir for showing the beauty of our hidden Homeland

[sandeeppatwardhan]

Thanks for Gurez, the next level Pahalgam!
I am sure that after this episode and coming months there will be a beeline of tourists towards Gurez.
Thanks Harish Ji For This Wonderful Video 🎉

[guruprasadkaushik]

Pure heaven enjoyed this episode very nice thanks keep travelling. 👍🏻😇

[amritagita]

Absolutely incredible place. Love those layers of mountains and the rivers. Beautiful valley. People are humble and so sweet. Great food too! Thank you

[ashwinkumart]

This was a very special episode. Remarkably beautiful landscapes. After seeing this I am very much wanting to go to Gurez valley.

[tbhattacharya]

Gurez has a virgin beauty and spectacular. The way you covered your journey through your lenses is awesome. Hope this place remains like this otherwise most tourist places become so commercial that one doesnt feel like visiting.

[jayashreeshankar]

What a beautiful place... thanks for showing this part of India which we can never imagine visiting.

[travelwithdatascientist]

So elegant so beautiful just looking like wow

[ritachhatwal]

Hanks for showing amazing video beautiful place

[poojasoni-stwb]

This series is absolutely stunning and very enjoyable. It is highly commendable the way you have covered the interior part of Kashmir. Just Awesome

[geetusharma]

Thankyou for exploring and making us part of this beautiful journey 👍🏻👍🏻

[mohicanlives]

Wonderful vlog Sir....such detail about Kashmir...such interesting places and facts...mind-blowing😊

[surenderrathee]

Your every journey is very very good, knowledgeable and enjoyable. Thank you for guidelines. May you live healthy long.

[chinmaypatel]

Awesome gurez valley. Nature at the best. Will definitely come to gurez for sure in future time. Loved this place and Kashmir series. Thank you @visa2explore harish sirji 🙏😍

[exxtraagyaanofficialm]

2:55 So many shades 🤩 I have never seen in any valley so far.
Looks like crayon painting 🎨 🌄

[gururajaacharya]

Wonderful locations, wonderful video really enjoyed watching river flows in midst of beautiful valley's.

[dvsh]

Heavenly beautiful experience.... amazing photography and lovely locations captured....but i laughed whole heartedly when you put your hands in spring water n the expression you gave was so loveing...n honest...just love all your videos....
God bless you