Di5 Adventures is the result of friendships formed in the alpine zones of Mt Affarwat. A concoction of local knowledge and international experience we came together with the purpose of sharing our love for the mountains and, in particular, our unique familiarity with the Kashmiri Himalaya. Over 5 years, we have succeeded in developing our vision for the ultimate Gulmarg experience. 

OMAR HAJAM

Omar is the beating heart of Di5 Adventures, a third generation Gulmarg skier and a former Indian National Ski Team member. The son of a local skiing legend, he literally grew up on the slopes of Mt Affarwat. After years of racing, Omar turned to Guiding as a way to share his passion for his home with the increasing number of foreigners visiting Gulmarg in Winter. Respected as a local heavy hitter, Omar is one of the most accomplished guides in Gulmarg. As the Director Of Mountain Operations and Head Guide, Omar is responsible for day to day operations during the winter months. He keeps the stoke high on the tough hikes with his infectious positivity and penchant for teaching you Kashmiri whilst you are gasping for thin Himalayan air.  

andy turland

There couldn't be Di5 Adventures without Andy. It was his foresight and hard work that brought the crew together and got the company up and running. A veteran of the Australian snowboard scene Andy was hucking himself around the nineties as a sponsored twenty-something. Now a little more refined he pulls big lines and pow slashes with a keen eye for terrain features and a smooth surfy style. He is also a dreamer who, upon arriving in Gulmarg, decided it would be a great place for a Himalayan Banked Slalom; now into the third year! This guy saw the potential to celebrate snowboarding in a unique environment and has made that happen.