Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
- 7D/6N
- Available slots - 22
- UTTRAKHAND
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek Highlights
Get your expectations as a trekker fulfilled by experiencing the ‘Kashmir Great Lakes Trek’ as this trek will provide a perfect flavour of all hues of terrain- innumerable meadows, snow clad glaciers, passes, rocky barren lands, struggling streams.
Make your experience international as you would be questioning your own existence in India while on this trek as you will be bound to feel that the sights are photoshopped pictures from some Scandinavian country.
Get mesmerized by the the views of Vishansar Lake which is referred as the colour changing lake while witnessing the out of the world sight of reflection of 4 valleys in the lake
Camp near the most alluring – Gangabal Lake where one side of the lake opens out to lush meadows while the other is overlooked by mountains covered by playful clouds
Walk through the beautiful valley next to a water-stream with a waterfall over-looking all of us where you will behold the views that it offers and embrace the time with open arms while you are here.
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek Overview
About Kashmir Great Lakes Trek:
Cuddled up cosily amidst the mountains, Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is yet another hidden jewel of Kashmir as it validates Kashmir’s mythical status as heaven on earth. The beautiful Alpine and snow-clad mountains will walk through the paths, and green meadows, and rocky terrains are there to bound the journey.
Every day is a 360° panorama of wild, rugged mountains, rolling meadows and turquoise alpine lakes and you get more than seven of these lakes and five very different valleys to explore! The Kashmir Great Lakes, however, is an IMAX 3D experience – such is the grandeur of the trek. If you have not done this trek, put it on your bucket list!
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek Quick Facts:
Duration: 7D/6N
Trekking distance: 72km
Maximum Altitude: 13,800ft
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Kashmir Great Lakes TrekTemperature: 17°C-20°C (Max. During Day Time) to 3°C-4°C ( Min. During Night Time)
Best Time to do Kashmir Great Lake Treks: July to September
Railway Station: Jammu is the nearest railway station
Airport: Srinagar Airport
Start Point: Sonmarg
End Point: Naranag
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek Itinerary
Day 1
Srinagar to Sonmarg | Welcome to the ‘Meadow of Gold’
Altitude: 7,800 ft – 3 hours drive
- Reach Srinagar and begin your beautiful journey to Sonmarg by yourself.
- Leave by the afternoon and be driven to Sonmarg by evening
- On the first day of the Kashmir Lakes Trek, spend time in the dreamlike place of Srinagar known for its refreshing gardens, lakes, and houseboats
- If you wish, you can take an iconic Shikara experience at Dal Lake or amble through Mughal Gardens that unravels many beauties along the way
- Spend overnight at a campsite in Sonmarg
Day 2
Sonmarg to Nichnai via Shekdur | Walk beside the Over-looking Waterfalls
Altitude: 11,500 ft – 6 hours – 11.6 km
- Today will be the first day of this enthralling Kashmir great lakes trek!
- After having breakfast at the guesthouse, start with a 3-4km trek from the Sonamarg and reach a roadside eatery, from where you can bag up all the required commodities for the day.
- Here onwards, the trek will be a gradual one and alongside the Sindh River, it will take you through maple and pine forests.
- Completing the hike through the forests, you will be rewarded with the stunning views of the Sonamarg Valley and pictorial streams.
- Here onwards, the trek will descend down and will take you to the snow-covered Shekdur Range.
- Relax around the vicinity for a while before you start trekking towards the Nichnai, which is located around 11,500ft above sea level.
- Upon arrival in Nichnai, check-in into the campsite
- Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 3
Nichnai to Vishansar Lake | The Colour Changing Lake
Altitude: 12,000 ft – 6 hours – 13.5 km
- Starting early in the morning, around 08:00 AM, wake up to the scenic views and start the trek towards the Nichnai Pass and enjoy the stunning views of the lush valleys and the untouched beauty of the region.
- Hereafter, cross the river and continue hiking through the banks of the river and arrive at the Nichnai Pass or the Vishansar Berry.
- Arriving at the pass, which is located 13,500m above sea level, witness, and enjoy the meticulous beauty of the pass and the snow-covered peaks all around it.
- Hereafter, the trek will undergo a steep descend and will lead you to a pictorial meadow of colorful flowers; while on Kashmire Great lakes trek, you can also catch glimpses of a cascade that finally joins a river.
- Here onwards, continue with the hike and upon arriving at a flat valley, continue towards its end and arrive at the campsite. Gazing on the left of this trail, you can also behold captivating views of the Himalayan Range and also the Vishansar Lake
- Overnight stay in the camp at Vishansar Lake
Day 4
Vishansar to Gadsar | The Mysterious Lake of Demon
Altitude – 13,800 ft – 5 hours – 16 km
- Wake up, this chilly morning, witness the Kishansar Peak casting its reflection on the azure lake waters.
- Start the trek for the day towards the lakeside and reach the Kishansar Peak, which is situated around 500ft above the campsite.
- Here onwards, ascend to the other side of the water reservoir. The trek till here comprises both easy and tough terrains.
- Later part of the day, trek towards the Kishansar Lake and finally make it to the Gadsar Pass that is perched at a height of 13,800ft and is the highest point of this trek.
- From the pass, pass through a flowery meadow and some of the pictorial lakes; Yamsar is one of these lakes.
- From here, continue with the descend and after crossing Iris, reach the Gadsar Lake. A picturesque lake, it is adorned with the stunning beauty of exotic flowers and snow on both sides.
- Arriving at the lakeside, report to the nearest Army Camp, and complete the formalities of getting permission to pass Gadsar; ID proofs are a must for this.
- Overnight stay at Gadsar Lak
Day 5
Gadsar to Satsar | Cross the First Glacier of your Trek
Altitude: 12,000 ft – 6 hours – 11.3 km
- Your day will begin with a walk from the army camp towards the stream.
- Brace yourself for varied terrains from super steep, flat, and even land. Take a short break at Maengandob that is fringed by mountains.
- Reach the first of Satsar lakes, which is a group of seven different lakes, and follow the same procedure of yesterday with the army officials and set camps near the surreal first lake of Satsar.
- Overnight stay at Satsar
Day 6
Satsar to Gangabal Twin Lakes | The Serene Nature’s Delight
Altitude – 11,500 ft – 6 hours – 9 km
- A true test of caliber, this is the day when you will have to push your physical and mental limits!
- Trudge through rocks and boulders ridden terrain, pass the last of the Satsar lakes, and start hiking downwards for half an hour till you arrive at the forest line.
- Here onwards, start ascending upward and reach an altitude of 13,400ft; during this climb, you can witness several ridges at different heights and the quaint Gujjar huts as well.
- From the summit, you can also behold the fascinating views of the twin lakes: Gangabal and Nundkol, which are connected to each other by a picturesque stream and are known for trout fishing.
- Post this; trek through a sharp and rocky trail and make it to a gurgling stream, passing which, you will reach a lush meadow that advent towards the Nundkol Lake, which is also a popular weekend getaway among the locals.
- Trekking for around 20 minutes from Nundkol Lake, you will finally arrive at Gangabal Lake, and by crossing the bridge across the lake; you will arrive at the campsite
- Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 7
Gangabal to Naranag | Descend with the Tradiotional Nomadic Hamlets
Altitude – 7,450 ft – 6 hours – 13 km
- On your final day of the Kashmir Great Lake Trek, start from the Gangabal camp, ramble on grassy land dotted with yellow flowers and pine forest.
- Descend are reach Naranag, the last leg of your trek. Reach Naranag Village in Ganderbal District. If you wish, you can visit Naranag Temple.
- Be driven back to Srinagar with wonderful memories
Sonmarg to Naranag
INR 16,500
7 Days, 6 Nights
On Kashmir great lakes trek, we explore the most pristine combination of alpine lakes, far-reaching meadows, high altitude passes and the vast unexplored vistas of Kashmir Himalayas.
As they say it, once you visit Kashmir, your heart stays there forever.
- Stay
Stay in Tent on sharing basis.
- Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Permits
Permits required for the trek
- Guide
Qualified trek leader, guide, and support staff
Hamta Pass Trek, from Delhi Policies
Confirmation Policy
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.
Refund Policy
The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.
All applicable refunds will be done in the traveler’s BACKPACKERS INDIA wallet
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
Payment Terms Policy
- 100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of booking
Know Before You Go for Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
- Do not bring non-bio gradable materials.
- Pay heed to the instructions given by the trek leader and guide.
- Do check with your doctor if you are medically fit for the trek.
- Though transportation from Srinagar-Sonamarg and Naranag to Srinagar is not included in the package, it can be arranged at an additional cost on prior notice.
- In case you do not want the Srinagar-Sonamarg pick-up, inform us at least 15 days prior to the starting date as there are fix transportation timings in Srinagar.
- If you wish to offload your luggage kindly inform the guide on Day 1 itself. The offloading charges has to be paid in cash to guide itself.
Things To Carry for Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
- Back pack (50-60l) (Mandatory Item)
- Head torch (Mandatory Item)
- Walking stick (Mandatory Item)
- Hiking shoes (Mandatory Item)
- Day pack (20-30l) (Mandatory Item)
- Rain cover
- Extra pair of socks
- Water bottle
- Warm clothes
- Caps
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek FAQs
What is the best time to go for the Kashmir Great Lakes trek?
The best time to enroute a trek to the Kashmir Great Lakes is between the months of July to September. This is the time climatic conditions here are moderate and you can explore the best of natural surroundings without any hassles like a severe cold or scorching sun.
How do I get to Kashmir for the Great Lakes Trek?
Kashmir is well connected to the other cities through steady rail services, proper airports, and well-connected roads. To reach here, you can easily book tickets online or can take your own vehicle via NH1.
What is the temperature at Kashmir Great Lakes Trek?
You will experience a vast difference in day and night temperatures during Kashmir Great Lake Trek. The temperatures range from 17-20 degrees Celsius during daytime, which drops to 3-5 degrees Celsius in the night. So carry enough pair of warm clothes and good quality trekking boots so that you do not face any difficulty in acclimatization.
Which all lakes will be covered in this trek?
Kashmiri Great Lake is an adventurous trip, which shall be enjoyed by the people watching the serene flowing of lakes in the place. Some of the lakes that are covered in this trip are, Dal lake, Vishansar lake, Gangabal and Nundkol lake, Azure lake waters, Yamsar lake, Gadsar lake, and Satsar lakes (group of seven lakes). It is overwhelmingly joyous and at the same time it will be a daring trip to cover. Just be prepared and plan adequate before visiting these places.How much will it cost to do Kashmir great lakes trek?
The price of trekking to Kashmir Great Lakes can cost you around INR 13,000 to INR 20,000 per person. The final cost of the package further depends on the inclusions as well as the types of facilities. From the type of accommodation to the travel assistance, various factors affect the overall price of the Kashmir Great lakes trekking package.
What is the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek height?
The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek covers the captivating seven lakes, stunning snow-clad mountains and the beautiful valleys of maples, pine, etc. in 8 days. You will trek to the different heights on different days and will trek to the highest altitude of 13,800 ft above sea level.
Day to day height reached on this trek is as follows:
- Sonmarg to Nichnai: 7,800 ft to 11,500 ft
- Nichnai to Vishnasar lake: 11,500 ft to 12,000 ft
- Vishnasar to Gadsar via Kishansar lake and Gadsar Pass: 12,000 ft to 12,500 ft via 13,800 ft (highest point)
- Gadsar to Satsar: 12,500 ft to 12,000 ft
- Satsar to Gangabal twin lakes: 12,000 ft to 11,500 ft
- Gangabal to Naranag: 11,500 ft to 7,450 ft
How long is Kashmir Great Lakes Trek?
Kashmir Great Lakes trek is a mesmerizing trekking expedition of approximately 72kms that a trekker covers in a period of 7 days. The expedition starts from Sonmarg, ends at Narang and requires trekking of up to 13 Km in a day.
Day to day distance covered is as follows:
- Sonamarg to Nichnai: 10 km
- Nichnai to Vishansar Lake: 13 km
- Vishansar to Gadsar: 11 km
- Gadsar to Satsar: 12 km
- Satsar to Gangabal Twin lakes: 9 km
- Gangabal to Naranag: 12 km
What is difficulty level of Kashmir Great Lakes trek?
As you come across the word trek, there has to be slight amount of reflexes inside the body as it is going to be time bounded. So as far as this trek is concerned, the difficulty level involved is moderate and people who have much enthusiasm can actually try this trip to have great satisfaction in life. If you are having luggage, it must be prior informed as those luggage can be taken care of. It increases your difficulty level.How can I prepare myself for this trek?
The difficulty level of this trek is moderate, so for those of you who lead a sedentary lifestyle or have a 9 to 5 desk job, it is necessary to undergo some physical training to prepare for the trek. Start training at least a month before the trek starts. Work out leg and calf muscles, as you will spend a lot of time walking and climbing on the trail. The training should focus on endurance and strength workouts to make your body accustomed to the arduous journey. You should also consult your doctor if you have any physical ailments and get medications accordingly.
What is the level of fitness expected from the participants?
Kashmir Great lake trek is a moderate trek and anyone with physical fitness can do this trek. During the trek, you will come across many steep paths and rocky terrain which will require some stamina. But for that, you need to prepare yourself. For this, you can start jogging every day and then do cycling for some time. Always take the stairs without any breaks which will help you to keep fit. Also, start with brisk 10 minutes walk every day and then some physical exercise like stretching. You can also do some yoga every day to regulate your breathing properly. There are high passes which you will have to pass during the trek so you need an optimum level of fitness. Also, keep yourself hydrated which will later help you during your trek.Can I do this trek alone?
You can definitely undertake the Kashmir Great Lakes trek solo if you want. Although traveling with a group can be cost-effective, if that is not a problem for you, you can definitely go alone.
The trek is breathtaking right from the start, and you will find several options for accommodation and food here, unlike the treks in some of the remote parts of Himalayas. So it is possible to undertake the journey alone if you plan the trip well. It is also advisable to take a guide who knows local geography and culture enough, in case there is an emergency.Is Kashmir great lakes trek safe to do?
This is one of the safest treks in Kashmir, with a difficulty level easy to moderate. It is well suited for those of you who are going hiking for the first time. Although the area has political tensions in certain cities, the path of the trail itself is quite peaceful. If you are traveling with a group of people or an experienced guide, you will face no problems. It is not recommended to travel alone if you are going here for the first time. It is prudent to check the state of the region in terms of political unrest before planning your trip.What clothes and equipment should I carry?
Make sure to carry warm and comfortable clothing as temperature can drop, pack good quality trekking shoes, slippers and extra pair of socks. It’s advisable to carry sunscreen lotion or any other skin moisturisers as the sun at the top can be harsh. Water bottles and energy bars/snacks are advisable. A Flashlight (with spare batteries) will help once the sun goes down and it’s always smart to carry insect repellent and emergency medical kit.Which type of shoes will be required for the trek?
Good quality and sturdy trekking shoes that cover your ankles. Refrain from using sport shoes for your own safety and the trails are uneven and tricky hence requiring good grip trekking shoes. If you are buying new shoes for your trek, please remember to use them for at least a month before you commence your holiday.
What about the trek guides and leaders accompanying the trek?
Accompanying you is a professional Trek leader who complete Basic and Advance mountaineering course and certified in first-aid course.What should I keep in mind before going for Trekking at Kashmir Great Lakes?
- From staying in the sight of your group to following all the rules and regulations, you are required to follow various guidelines to enjoy the best of your trekking experience.
- Do not litter or dispose of garbage without consulting first, you will be passing through various reserved areas where littering is prohibited.
- Make sure that your shoes fit properly, have proper grip and are waterproof as this can act as a really big factor for your whole journey.
- Pack some snacks which are rich in protein, like energy bars, dry fruits and others.
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