Skiing is another important sports which is coming up very fast in Jammu region. The gentle slopes here are ideal for skiing particularly for the beginners. Through out winter there are introductory courses in skiing for tourists. Madha, some 118 kms from Jammu has slopes which are good for skiing at all levels. Skiing equipments are available at the tourist offices at Patnitop and Sanasar.
Wooden sledges are also for hire here.
Paragliding is also catching fast among tourists in Jammu region. Sanasar is being developed as paragliding center. Sanasar is approachable by roads from Jammu via Kud and Patnitop. About 2.5 lakh People resides in this city. To all tourist - beware of touts, if, new to the place.