Thank you for your video. During my visit to Gulmarg a similar incident happened. For pony ride 4000 and my friend agreed but I refused and almost a fight erupted. Later we a group of 4 cancelled. Then someone from Bengal came and told us they are cheating. They were cheated by charging 12000 for one hour.
same issue with us in last week they demanded 3000/- per person we bargain @1800/- but we are surprised when on the way we asked other tourist in marathi / english language the price is 1100/1200/1500 so dear tourist pls don't give more then 1200/-
I trekked the route and it was just the easiest walk i have ever done...guys if u can walk pls dont take pony ride in sonamarg...just walk..its very easy trekk...u will enjoy walking
yaaa u r right.... thanx for the info..... kashmir me berozgari itna bar gaya hai ki toursit k upar bhooke bheriyon ki tarah toot parte hai .....sorry to say mam.....waha pe apke religion wise price v liya jata hai kavi kavi...which is also wrong ... i am a muslim mere samne mujhse 1000 liya aur mere bagal me ek hindu family se same chiz k liye 5000 manga ....
Thank you very much Bhoomi ji. This will help my friends who will have Kashmir tour henceforth. I was there in April and faced similar situation of hard bargaining and in several places, we avoided ponies and went by walk. One of my friend's pony returned within 10 minutes to stand in Baisaran, he was annoyed, went straight to Police and in the end, Police after thorough investigation, fined that pony wallah.
Thanks for sharing. Very sad that such loot is happening in sonmarg and other parts of Kashmir. I think J and K government should take strict actions to curb such non sences. We as tourist also should write and report such incidences to concerned authorities.
The more I read and see these scams happening in srinagar I don't think many would want to comeback here. People do tend to go back to himachal, uttarakhand, kerala or any other state as they enjoy it there but srinagar seems to be making everyone think twice to go back. Place is good no doubt but people are bad. We only see scammers all around. I don't think any other state would loot as much as j&k does.
Same thing happened with us they charged 3500 per person slage riding 1600 per person after returning back we had filed the complained to the kashmir tourism dept we got our money back
Thanks for this video. I went to Kashmir last week and the first attraction is “Greed”, second is “Tourist scams” and last is beauty of nature. Forced tipping is so rampant, it looks like looting without gun is going on. There is no value of 100 rupees in Kashmir, its like 50 paise in rest of india. Now, i am never going back to Kashmir and will advise people to go to Himachal or Sikkim.
Kashmir is hyped to much. There are much better in bharat to see. Before spending huge amount we should remember history of that place. Because history repeats itself.
We paid 6600 for two persons for horse ride... we couldn't bargain much as we are South Indians..they have cheated us well. Our driver (arranged through package tour) didnot help us in bargaining too
Actually tourists don't understand, it's not the pony wala's, shikara wala's, shawl wala's scamming you, it's your cab driver, who charges 20-40% commission for every service or thing you buy.
Mai sonamarg me 1000 me 3 ghnte ke liye gya tha thajiwas glacier mere jo uncle the unhone hmse btaya tha ki yhn agent log rhte h aap unse bchke rehna apne yhn jake logon ko btana
The scam is there everywhere in Kashmir. The bargain will spoil your moode. The drivers are sweet talkers but they are with locals. There are much better places to visit in India than Kashmir
I gave 3500 for 2 person on 27 jan 2024, for Thajiwas glacier after so much bargaining, I think if u resist for some more time you may finalise for 1500/ person
How much time it take by walking for thajiwas glacier? By walking is it safe because I have heard that they come behind you while walking and also many theft complaints about wallet missing and mobile missing.....
Thank you for sharing the phone number of Mr. Aslam. It will help us. Where can we get the information for fixed price by Tourism department. Thank you.
Last year I went 2 sonmarg with family,that day there is raining,but locals are looted tourist,they are talking in their own language,they asked 4 pony ride Rs 7000/to 8000/even they are abusing in own language,so I return back 4m sonmarg without any activities,so I will never go to Kashmir in future.
400 ruppes lagte hai for per person.i had done it..loot liya apko 6000 for 2 people...mistake aap logo ki hai...ase hi dai diye 6000 without bargain..2000 per person bhi loot hai..8 km baisaran valley kai 1000 lagte hai..
Sohanmarg me Mere bhut bura hua Sohan Marg me 28 July 2019 ke din me apne gf ke sath gya tha 😢😢😢 Vaha ke logo ne 1 min nature feal nhi krne diya activity’s ke liye force kiya mene mana bola ladai hui or mere gf ke sath bhi meri ladai hui or bhut bekar tha 3 Sal ho gyeh mujhe abhi tk regrate hota h kash me ache se time de pata gf ko😢😢😢😢
Kashmir is still not best place to visit. Can not trust them after seeing this video. Also, there is somewhat danger of terrorist activities. Better to visit Leh and Laddakh, people seems to be more honest there.
Our country has lovely places to visit. From the South we have visited so many states..... Gujarat recently.... and loved every one of them. We're not hearing nice things about holidays in Kashmir. So I guess we will not consider travelling there any time soon.
Sonmarg is a scammer place . These union people talk sweetly at the beginning and convince the people to do pony ride and after finishing the pony ride they say when did I say this regarding the amount ?
Thank you for your video. During my visit to Gulmarg a similar incident happened. For pony ride 4000 and my friend agreed but I refused and almost a fight erupted. Later we a group of 4 cancelled. Then someone from Bengal came and told us they are cheating. They were cheated by charging 12000 for one hour.
Pure Kashmir me local logon ka Association hai.. Koi Govt official nai dikhta. Kudos to you aapne sabak sikhaya brave hai aap..
same issue with us in last week they demanded 3000/- per person we bargain @1800/- but we are surprised when on the way we asked other tourist in marathi / english language the price is 1100/1200/1500
so dear tourist pls don't give more then 1200/-
Thank you very much for this information. Going to help a lot. Much appreciated.
I walked from Sonmarg to Glacier, because previous day, pony people had played lot of drama at Gulmarg .
Yes.. it's manageable.. We can walk from Sonmarg to Glacier..
I trekked the route and it was just the easiest walk i have ever done...guys if u can walk pls dont take pony ride in sonamarg...just walk..its very easy trekk...u will enjoy walking
yaaa u r right.... thanx for the info..... kashmir me berozgari itna bar gaya hai ki toursit k upar bhooke bheriyon ki tarah toot parte hai .....sorry to say mam.....waha pe apke religion wise price v liya jata hai kavi kavi...which is also wrong ... i am a muslim mere samne mujhse 1000 liya aur mere bagal me ek hindu family se same chiz k liye 5000 manga ....
Isliye tourist aana pasand nhi karte aajata hai ek baar fir dubara kbhi nhi aata
God bless you, mam! ❤❤😊😊
Thank you very much Bhoomi ji. This will help my friends who will have Kashmir tour henceforth. I was there in April and faced similar situation of hard bargaining and in several places, we avoided ponies and went by walk. One of my friend's pony returned within 10 minutes to stand in Baisaran, he was annoyed, went straight to Police and in the end, Police after thorough investigation, fined that pony wallah.
Thanks for sharing. Very sad that such loot is happening in sonmarg and other parts of Kashmir. I think J and K government should take strict actions to curb such non sences. We as tourist also should write and report such incidences to concerned authorities.
Exactly sir.
The more I read and see these scams happening in srinagar I don't think many would want to comeback here. People do tend to go back to himachal, uttarakhand, kerala or any other state as they enjoy it there but srinagar seems to be making everyone think twice to go back. Place is good no doubt but people are bad. We only see scammers all around. I don't think any other state would loot as much as j&k does.
Thank you for sharing this information. 👍🏼
Glad it was helpful!
Thank You for this information, really helpful
Thank you for Tourism dept sir's number
Hope you got the help of sir.
@@flywithbhoomi I am going in may, if any issue this number should help.
Bhut badiya 🎉🎉 Thanks 👍
Same thing happened with us they charged 3500 per person slage riding 1600 per person after returning back we had filed the complained to the kashmir tourism dept we got our money back
Ohh great ... At least u filed a complaint n got ur money back. . . This is an inspiration to other tourists as well..
Please can you suggest where to complain
Thank you Mam very helpful video
Thank you sooooo much for such invaluable information..
Thanks mam for the information 🙏
Similar scams happen with pashmina shawls and kesar/dry fruits as well. Heard alot of stories of people getting cheated on these things.
This is true, at Sonmarg my pony person told me the same about brokers,
bhai sonamarg aao to ghoda ride mat lena bhaiii
Thanks mam , it's really helpful information.
Thanks for this video. I went to Kashmir last week and the first attraction is “Greed”, second is “Tourist scams” and last is beauty of nature. Forced tipping is so rampant, it looks like looting without gun is going on. There is no value of 100 rupees in Kashmir, its like 50 paise in rest of india. Now, i am never going back to Kashmir and will advise people to go to Himachal or Sikkim.
We also had same experience. But u need to be very careful n cautious if u really want to explore the beauty of Kashmir.
@@flywithbhoomi ......kashmir was good when pandits were there.....but with these radicals its too much risky to go there
This is what I've been reading lately about kashmir. Soon I'll be visiting there hope its not as bad as I read.
Why can't the tourism department fix a rate and issue tickets for rides .
It is there sir. But not followed by ...
Nice information it will help us mam thanks🙏
Mam, can you please suggest a reliable tour operator if you have any information?
For first Hour 400 hundred hai aur agle hour ke liye 200 hi hai ....hamare saath bhi aisa hone wala tha..14/4/2022 Gulmarg me
Kashmir is hyped to much. There are much better in bharat to see. Before spending huge amount we should remember history of that place. Because history repeats itself.
I completely agree
Then you have not seen Kashmir...Kashmir is so beautiful
Bhai history nehi, IT cell ka chamcha he tu. Vagh
Nyc joke
Me abhi ho kar aaya hu 11th November ko hi…i agree scam hota hai waha…but aapko careful rehna pdega baaki kashmir sach me beautiful hai…
Can we walk from sonmarg(point where our taxi from srinagar would drop us) to glacier???
Yes dear... but roads are not soo good
You can, but the store txn of 2 km is having iOS and down
Ups and down
Thanks for the video
Thank you for the info mam.
Thank you for sharing useful information
Helpful video....thax
Nice information .I am going on 17 june 22 pls tell me the travel agency name where you booked ur itinerary. At least the hotel where u stayed.
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Same happened with us...in sonmarg to zero point we paid 6500 for 4 person. ..
We paid 6600 for two persons for horse ride... we couldn't bargain much as we are South Indians..they have cheated us well.
Our driver (arranged through package tour) didnot help us in bargaining too
We paid 5500 for two person after 1hour fighting
Disgraceful and shameful! Thanks for the video!
Thank u for information
Actually tourists don't understand, it's not the pony wala's, shikara wala's, shawl wala's scamming you, it's your cab driver, who charges 20-40% commission for every service or thing you buy.
U r right but fault is in ur cab driver...Aapka taxi wala commission ke peeche pade hotey hai
Yes Aatif... U r right.
Sb ek jasa ni hota thoda tamij sa
Thank you very much what do you advice for solo traveller
Kashmir is a safe place for solo traveller. However, be careful in some sensitive areas.
THANKU SO MUCH DEAR 👍👍👍❤️❤️
Can anyone explain the jist of the story in english….cuz im visiting kashmir week. It would be helpful.
Very very thanks mam,,, 🙏
very useful info, thankyou.
Good information 👍🏼
Thank you
Customer be aware. There are rate cards displayed on the boards there.
This scam has been happening for years now.
Thanks for the information
Thanks
Gud information
Me had similar experience at jojila pass.
Pahalgam me bhi government rate 2000 he pr hm bargain krke 900 me gye
Wish you happy New year 2023.GOd bless you
Yor are so busy👌👌👌
Thanks for sharing this.
Mai sonamarg me 1000 me 3 ghnte ke liye gya tha thajiwas glacier mere jo uncle the unhone hmse btaya tha ki yhn agent log rhte h aap unse bchke rehna apne yhn jake logon ko btana
The scam is there everywhere in Kashmir. The bargain will spoil your moode. The drivers are sweet talkers but they are with locals. There are much better places to visit in India than Kashmir
Aap thik bol rehe ho people is not good here ...
Yes sir..
I gave 3500 for 2 person on 27 jan 2024, for Thajiwas glacier after so much bargaining, I think if u resist for some more time you may finalise for 1500/ person
Mam Srinagar se sonamrg jaane ke taxi charges kya hai???
Hi... Our transportation n hotel was pre-booked by the tour operator . So don't know exactly how much they ll charge.
Tour operators contact no .. can you plz provide.. we vl planning for Kashmir in jan 2023
It was happened with us in 2012….so bad experience
Actually kasmir is not only blamed for terrorism but also for turist scam
Thanks for the information and warning. Is the pony ride price for one way or return? What is the phone number of the superintendent?
Including onward n back. Pl find the contact details in the description.
gulmarg me hmne mini swizerland k lye 13200 6 person k lye
Veri good mem
Maine srf 1 person ka 500 diya tha aur mera manna ye h ki sonamarg me kbhi bhi horse mt lo asli view to trekking ka h
For how many hours.????....and one way or return
Scam to Package se he start ho jata hai
At least you will not find such scammers at Darjeeling,Gangtok,Simla.
Thankyou mam
I also feel, we should avoid Kashmir, they are looting the tourist, and making the trip very unpleasant
😂😂hamko to 3000 pr person bola lekin hm bargain krwa k 600 per person me gye😂😂
Just visited Kashmir and all this places except pahalgam. Enjoyed it. But it will be my last trip. Just because of these shit anti-tourist scams
How much time it take by walking for thajiwas glacier? By walking is it safe because I have heard that they come behind you while walking and also many theft complaints about wallet missing and mobile missing.....
True. It's not safe if u r travelling with family. Be in group only.
Gulmarg me bhi aaisa hi he .sab taraf lut lete he
Who's going to visit Kashmir then.
Can u pls share number of the superintendent officer ?
Mr. Mohd Aslam - Tourist Officer, Tourism Dept. 9419743697
Thanks for sharing
Thank you mam
I have never been more scare before going on a trip!
Very Good ...lootera dal...
Thank you for sharing the phone number of Mr. Aslam. It will help us. Where can we get the information for fixed price by Tourism department. Thank you.
Pl get the fixed price board at the end of the video.
i am also from kashmir they should be booked
They charged 10000 for 3 people on 3 june
Nice mam ❤ iam frm sonamarg and i provide taxi service to -Zeropoint #zojila pass
In discrimination no number shown please send number of the person who helped you
Mohd Aslam - Tourist officer - Sonmarg - 9419743697
I'm all so pay 4 week's ago 12500
Very good madum
Driver log ka v kuch % hota h isiliye ye bhi btaya tha horse wale uncle ne hme
The govt pony rates at Thajiwas are also high
Apko jane se pahle mera video dekhna chahiye tha.
I am going to visit on 5th nov.22
Last year I went 2 sonmarg with family,that day there is raining,but locals are looted tourist,they are talking in their own language,they asked 4 pony ride Rs 7000/to 8000/even they are abusing in own language,so I return back 4m sonmarg without any activities,so I will never go to Kashmir in future.
Yes even if they are using bad words In their own language we ll not be able to understand.
We had a very bad experience in all places .Bohot fraud jagah hai kashmir
That's why we need army in Kashmir
400 ruppes lagte hai for per person.i had done it..loot liya apko 6000 for 2 people...mistake aap logo ki hai...ase hi dai diye 6000 without bargain..2000 per person bhi loot hai..8 km baisaran valley kai 1000 lagte hai..
4 chappal dunga bhag jayega hoorami
hum logo ko hourse ride m loot liya 9000 rupee liye 3 logo k mujhe bhot dukh ho rha hai
Sohanmarg me Mere bhut bura hua Sohan Marg me 28 July 2019 ke din me apne gf ke sath gya tha 😢😢😢 Vaha ke logo ne 1 min nature feal nhi krne diya activity’s ke liye force kiya mene mana bola ladai hui or mere gf ke sath bhi meri ladai hui or bhut bekar tha 3 Sal ho gyeh mujhe abhi tk regrate hota h kash me ache se time de pata gf ko😢😢😢😢
Oh.. really bad..
Kashmir is still not best place to visit. Can not trust them after seeing this video.
Also, there is somewhat danger of terrorist activities.
Better to visit Leh and Laddakh, people seems to be more honest there.
Then why every year approximately 1.2cr tourists visit hear because kashmir is great
@@suhailfayazsheikh5445 ......those are fake number to promote tourism in terrorist state.....but reality is very few peoples visit kashmir
ऐसे जिहादियों के जगह जाना ही कयो ?
😂😂😂
वाकई सब चोर हैं लूटते हैं
Don't feel like visiting this place.
Our country has lovely places to visit. From the South we have visited so many states..... Gujarat recently.... and loved every one of them. We're not hearing nice things about holidays in Kashmir. So I guess we will not consider travelling there any time soon.
@@prabhavenkatesh7931 ......skip jihadi kashmir......go to sikkim it was best place to visit
Sonmarg is a scammer place .
These union people talk sweetly at the beginning and convince the people to do pony ride and after finishing the pony ride they say when did I say this regarding the amount ?
Ye log bina baat ka issue bana ke...jada paise demand krne lgte h....jese hi mene record krne ki kosis ki...sare log bhag gye