TARSAR MARSAR LAKE TREK (KASHMIR)

Popularly known as the “Paradise on Earth”, Jammu and Kashmir is world famous for its scenic splendour, snow-capped mountains, plentiful wildlife, exquisite monuments, hospitable people and local handicrafts. Nestled in the Himalayan, Pir Panjal and Karakoram mountain ranges are renowned for their natural beauty and gentle people. Jammu and Kashmir is dotted with the most beautiful mountain peaks, massive glaciers, splendid monasteries, blue lakes, rivers, forests, verdant meadows and tall pine trees.
It is a trek encompassing a journey to the two beautiful twin lakes, Tarsar and Marsar, encircled by the peaks of Kolhai Mountain. The lakes are notable for its almond form separated by a mountain, identical in nature and are placed in the Aru District of Jammu and Kashmir. Both the lakes flow into opposite directions, The Tarsar Marsar trek takes you right to the heart of Kashmir. From the quaint village of Aru to the clearing of Lidderwat.

  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Grade – Moderate
  • Season – June – Sept
  • Max Altitude – Around 4200 m
  • Cost – On request (ex Srinagar )

Day 1 – Arrive at Srinagar Airport – transfer to houseboat – explore lake

Day 2 – Drive Srinagar to Phalgam – Aru Valley ( 3 Hrs)Trek to Lidderwat (2800 m-5hrs)

Day 3– Trek from lidderwat to Shekwas (3650 m-5hrs)

Day 4 – Trek from Shekwas to Tarsar lake (3800 m-4 hrs)

Day 5 – Trek from Lidderwat to Shekwas (3650 m-5hrs)

Day 6 – Trek from Sundarsar to Marsar (4024 m) and proceed to Homwas-( 3505 m-7 hrs)

Day 7 – Trek from Homwas to aru (6 hrs) Drive to Srinagar (3 Hrs)

Day 8 – Transfer to Srinagar airport for onward journey

  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 2 nights) Tents (5 nights) Sharing twin /triple / Sleeping Bag/ Sleeping Mattress
  • Meals – Day 2 Breakfast to Day 8  breakfast
  • Tea /Coffee served at fixed time
  • Staff costs including their salary,insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
  • Any Airfare /Train fare from your city (supplement charge)
  • Any Meals not included in package
  • Doctor on call
  • Toiletries, towels
  • Mules or porter to carry luggage
  • The package does not include any expenses of personal nature such as Mineral water, laundry, drinks, tips etc
  • Medical & Travel insurance, emergency evacuation (supplement charge)
  • Cost escalation due to change in itinerary Natural reason of unforeseen conditions like Landslides, Road Blockage, Bad Weather, Social or Political Unrest, Strikes, sudden shut down of any govt office etc
  • GST
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Overview

Popularly known as the “Paradise on Earth”, Jammu and Kashmir is world famous for its scenic splendour, snow-capped mountains, plentiful wildlife, exquisite monuments, hospitable people and local handicrafts. Nestled in the Himalayan, Pir Panjal and Karakoram mountain ranges are renowned for their natural beauty and gentle people. Jammu and Kashmir is dotted with the most beautiful mountain peaks, massive glaciers, splendid monasteries, blue lakes, rivers, forests, verdant meadows and tall pine trees.
It is a trek encompassing a journey to the two beautiful twin lakes, Tarsar and Marsar, encircled by the peaks of Kolhai Mountain. The lakes are notable for its almond form separated by a mountain, identical in nature and are placed in the Aru District of Jammu and Kashmir. Both the lakes flow into opposite directions, The Tarsar Marsar trek takes you right to the heart of Kashmir. From the quaint village of Aru to the clearing of Lidderwat.

TRIP FACTS
  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Grade – Moderate
  • Season – June – Sept
  • Max Altitude – Around 4200 m
  • Cost – On request (ex Srinagar )
BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 – Arrive at Srinagar Airport – transfer to houseboat – explore lake

Day 2 – Drive Srinagar to Phalgam – Aru Valley ( 3 Hrs)Trek to Lidderwat (2800 m-5hrs)

Day 3– Trek from lidderwat to Shekwas (3650 m-5hrs)

Day 4 – Trek from Shekwas to Tarsar lake (3800 m-4 hrs)

Day 5 – Trek from Lidderwat to Shekwas (3650 m-5hrs)

Day 6 – Trek from Sundarsar to Marsar (4024 m) and proceed to Homwas-( 3505 m-7 hrs)

Day 7 – Trek from Homwas to aru (6 hrs) Drive to Srinagar (3 Hrs)

Day 8 – Transfer to Srinagar airport for onward journey

INCLUSIONS
  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 2 nights) Tents (5 nights) Sharing twin /triple / Sleeping Bag/ Sleeping Mattress
  • Meals – Day 2 Breakfast to Day 8  breakfast
  • Tea /Coffee served at fixed time
  • Staff costs including their salary,insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
EXCLUSIONS
  • Any Airfare /Train fare from your city (supplement charge)
  • Any Meals not included in package
  • Doctor on call
  • Toiletries, towels
  • Mules or porter to carry luggage
  • The package does not include any expenses of personal nature such as Mineral water, laundry, drinks, tips etc
  • Medical & Travel insurance, emergency evacuation (supplement charge)
  • Cost escalation due to change in itinerary Natural reason of unforeseen conditions like Landslides, Road Blockage, Bad Weather, Social or Political Unrest, Strikes, sudden shut down of any govt office etc
  • GST
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Trekking Grade
These are subject to individual fitness levels and could differ from person to person.

Grade 2 Moderate
The trek duration each day may span from 4 – 5 hours, but on some days, it may push up to 8 – 9 days It is slightly challenging, uphill and downhill, walking close to mountain views and walking through the beautiful mountainous forests. The elevation from 2500m to 4000m is considered grade 2.