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Kashmir Great Lakes

Kashmir Great Lakes

The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is one of the most beautiful and picturesque treks in India, often called a dream trek for trekkers. With its chain of alpine lakes, lush meadows, snow-capped peaks, and endless valleys, it feels like walking in a painted canvas. At Lap of Nature, we bring you not just the trek, but also the assurance of repeating it without trek fee if you couldn’t complete it the first time.

Overview

Region

Kashmir, India

Duration

7N/8D

Max Altitude

13,750 ft

Trekking Km

75 KM

Grade

Easy to Moderate

Season

Summer (July–September)

Why Choose Kashmir Great Lakes Trek?

🏞️Seven Alpine Lakes – Each day opens up to a new high-altitude lake like Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar, Gangbal, and Nundkol.
🌄360° Himalayan Views – Stunning vistas of Kolhoi, Harmukh, and other Karakoram & Pir Panjal peaks.
🌸Floral Meadows – Carpet of wildflowers like daisies and blue poppies during summer.
🐏Shepherd Trails – Encounter nomadic Gujjar huts and herds grazing in high-altitude pastures.
❄️Adventure & Serenity – Long, rewarding trekking days with breathtaking scenery at every turn.
👣Moderate Trek – Demands good fitness, making it ideal for trekkers who want a challenge with unmatched rewards.

Highlights

  • Services from Srinagar to Srinagar
  • 5% GST applicable on trek cost and add-ons
  • Meeting Point: Srinagar (Pickup/Drop)
  • Reporting Time: 2:00 PM at Srinagar
  • Drop Time: 6:30–7:30 PM (subject to road & weather conditions)
  • Recommended: Arrive at Srinagar a day earlier to avoid delays

Kashmir Great Lakes Itinerary

  • Pickup from Srinagar in the afternoon.
  • Scenic drive along the Sindh River valley.
  • Reach Sonamarg (7,800 ft), base camp of the trek.
  • Overnight stay in camps/guesthouse.

Meals: Dinner

  • Trek begins with gradual ascent through meadows and pine forests.
  • Stunning views of Thajiwas Glacier.
  • Reach Nichnai (11,500 ft) campsite surrounded by mountains.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Cross Nichnai Pass (13,100 ft).
  • Walk through valleys and streams to reach Vishansar Lake (12,000 ft).
  • Campsite near the lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Rest day for acclimatization.
  • Short hike to Krishansar Lake (12,500 ft).
  • Both lakes reflect surrounding peaks in their clear waters.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Challenging day with ascent to Gadsar Pass (13,750 ft) – the highest point of the trek.
  • Stunning panoramic views of both lakes from the top.
  • Descend to Gadsar Lake (12,000 ft) – known as the "lake of flowers".
  • Camp by the lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Trek through meadows and boulder sections.
  • Cross army checkpoints.
  • Reach Satsar (12,000 ft) – a collection of seven alpine lakes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Ascend to Zaj Pass (13,400 ft) with a steep climb.
  • Breathtaking views of Mount Harmukh (16,870 ft).
  • Descend to the twin lakes of Gangbal & Nundkol (11,500 ft).
  • Camp beside the lakes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Long descent through pine forests.
  • Reach Naranag Village (7,450 ft).
  • Drive back to Srinagar, trek ends.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch