Around Katra...

Kud

106 kms from Jammu, this popular resort is situated on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, at an altitude of 1738 metres. An ideal picnic spot this place has a bracing climate. Heavy woolens are required in winters while as light/medium clothing is required in summers. It is a very well developed hill station in Udhampur District.It also experiences heavy rainfall in the rainy season.


Food and Beverage Services

Restaurant serving Indian food of choice.

Accommodation

Tourist Bungalow No. - I & Tourist Bungalow No. - II

Private Hotels
Several hotels in the private sector are also available. They provide good accomodation as well as restaurant services. Boarding and lodging tarrifs are subject to change and should be confirmed before leaving.The information about these properties can be ascertained from JKTDC counters at TRC Jammu and at Railway station Jammu.

How to Reach?
Regular transport is available from Jammu. Buses are available from General Bus stand Jammu. JKTDC also makes available chartered luxury coaches and buses. Alternatively Taxis can also be hired from scores of Tour/Travel operators from across the city. Similar services towards Kud are available from Railway Station. Fares are pre determined by the Govt. and are subject to change.

What to Do?

Trekking
A range of Trekking options is available here.Ask for a free Trekking Brochure. There are excellent camping site in the adjoining areas in the widerness. the Sundarani-Jangal Gali-JasarKote-Sanasar route can be taken from here. The tourism Department has Trekking equipment Hire shop here. These Shops stock local and Imported trekking gear.Equipment is available against a security deposit. If you are a foregn national then your passport will be kept as deposit. Some travel agencies also organise trekking around this area.