As travellers, we are all students of the same world. Every guest who steps into my home carries a story, and every story has a lesson. I open my doors not just to host, but to listen, to share, and to learn.

My name is Tariq, born and raised in the peaceful valleys of Srinagar. For three generations, my family has welcomed visitors on our houseboat, and I continue this tradition with a simple intention to offer warmth, kindness, and guidance to anyone who arrives with an open heart.

I travel whenever life allows, meeting new souls, learning new ways of seeing the world. These journeys remind me of a simple truth:
the more we share, the richer we become.

When you stay with me, I will gladly guide you through the culture, the stories, the mountains, and the silence of Kashmir. Whether we walk the old streets, sit by Dal Lake, or talk about life over a cup of kehwa, I hope our time feels like meeting an old friend you didn’t know you had.

I believe in respect, compassion, and curiosity the small things that make the world gentler.

“You are not just passing through Kashmir Kashmir also passes through you.”

Welcome, always.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing to welcome wandering souls, exchange stories, and learn from the journeys written in each heart.
For me, hosting is not duty but devotion
a gentle way to share kindness and discover the divine in human connection.

Interests

Deep talk.

• traveling
• swimming
• sufism
• deep conversations
• listening music
• watching series
• roaming

Music, Movies, and Books

Music

I’m deeply drawn to old Hindi songs with soulful lyrics and timeless meaning, along with the spiritual calm of Kashmiri Sufi music. These melodies feel rooted in history and emotion, carrying stories of love, longing, and peace that I enjoy sharing over quiet evenings and thoughtful conversations.

Books
I’m drawn to books that speak of life, love, and the soul’s journey stories that stay with you long after the pages close...I am drawn to stories that ache and heal at the same time. A Thousand Splendid Suns remains closest to my heart, a reminder of resilience, love, and quiet strength. Through the words of Khaled Hosseini, Paulo Coelho, Khalil Gibran, and the timeless verses of Rumi, I find meaning, hope, and the courage to feel deeply.

Movie.
I love old and historical films for their depth and timeless storytelling, and I’m equally drawn to gripping crime dramas. On Netflix, I’ve enjoyed series like Money Heist, The Blacklist, The Night Agent, Crash Landing on You, and other intense crime dramas stories that keep you thinking long after the screen goes dark.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One amazing thing I’ve done is guide travellers through Kashmir not just as a host, but as a friend showing them the mountains, the silence, and the stories that live here. Watching strangers feel at home in my homeland has been one of the most beautiful experiences of my life

Teach, Learn, Share

Can teach you paddling boat in dallake

What I Can Share with Hosts

I offer a cozy houseboat with private bathrooms and serene mountain views, a place where you can rest in peace.
You’ll enjoy warm Kashmiri kawa, modern comfort, and high-speed Wi-Fi a blend of tradition and ease for your journey.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, England, France, Germany, India, Thailand