Hot Air Balloon in Kashmir

Drift gently above Kashmir at first light on a hot air balloon flight over Srinagar and Pahalgam. From the basket you look down on Dal Lake, the Mughal gardens, city rooftops and, near Pahalgam, the Lidder valley threading through pine forest. A licensed pilot controls the ascent and descent while you simply take in the calm, wide angle views. Flights run only in suitable weather, with a full pre flight briefing and trained ground crew for every launch.

Duration: About 1 hour, plus briefing time | Best time: April to June and September to October, in calm morning weather | Price: Rs. 4,999 per person