Good news for adventure lovers! The Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has officially announced the resumption of the exciting Chair Lift Ride from Kongdoori to Mary Shoulder, covering a total distance of 3.2 kilometres. The joy ride starts on 26 June 2025, tourists can enjoy this amazing ride again up to the hills of the Kondoori mountains. The chair lift has 90 chairs and 16 towers with breathtaking views of the snow-covered peaks and green valleys.

How to book a joy ride in Gulmarg?

You have a first booking on the Gondola Phase 1 cable car to (Kongdoori station) From Kongdoori station, the chair lift starts towards Mary Shoulder. You don’t need any hike or walk for the most and it’s operated by trained professionals they follow all important safety protocols, just sit back and enjoy the ride worry free.

Joy Ride Guidelines

The ride has age restrictions from 15 to 55 years. Kindly note that there will be no stop at Mary Shoulder.

The Joy ride ticket price is just Rs. 500 per person.

If you are planning a Kashmir trip, don’t miss to enjoy a Joy ride in Gulmarg.

This unique joy ride covers a distance of 3.2 kilometres from Kongdoori to Mary Shoulder and the vertical rise of 498 meters, which makes it one of the most breathtaking adventurous rides in India. The chair lift has 90 chairs and 16 strong towers, with full safety and comfort for passengers that ensuring the smooth and enjoyabe ride and complete safety for tourists.

JKCCC has set the age limit for the ride between 15 and 55 years, keeping safety in mind. Children below 15 and senior citizens above 55 are currently not allowed on this ride for safety reasons. Also, it is important to remember there will be no halt at Mary Shoulder, which means the ride from start to end doesn’t have any top point or station.

Another great thing is the ticket price. The cost of the chair lift ride is only Rs. 500 per person, which makes it an affordable activity in Gulmarg The experience you will enjoy is truly worth it as compared to other adventure rides this joy ride chair lift offers a great deal at a low price.

The Kongdoori to Mary Shoulder Chair Lift Ride is not just a fun ride is a real experience that will bring you closer to the natural beauty of Gulmarg is one of the top 10 tourist hill stations of India. Gulmarg is known for its world-famous activities such as skiing, Gondola cable car rides, snow adventures, ATV snow biking and trekking trails.

If you are planning to create a Kashmir travel itinerary, don’t miss out on the JKCCC Chair Lift Ride in Gulmarg. Day by day, it’s gaining popularity as the tourists always search for new activities. Yo Kashmir Tour and Travels have started to offer this enjoyable ride from Kongdoori to the Mary Shoulder Chair Lift ride in their packages. You can also book your chair lift tickets at the Gulmarg ticket counter or contact us. We recommend booking early peak tourist season, from mid-March to June end.

In the short, the resumption of the Chair Lift Ride from Kongdoori to Mary Shoulder by JKCCC is great news for travellers visiting Kashmir. You will defitenily enjoy a safe a scenic, and budget-friendly ride that offers a bird’s-eye view to the natural beauty of Gulmarg, one of the most loved hill stations in India. So, get ready for an unforgettable chairlift ride in Gulmarg. Mark your calendars – starting 26th June 2025, this joy ride is back to add more excitement to your Kashmir holiday!