GREAT LAKES 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.
Along with the undaunted beauty of nature, the valley of Kashmir has also emerged as a complete alley of adventurous activities like trekking, hiking and river rafting. With time as the mountain trails has been acclaimed as a safe destination, there has been a gradual increase in the number of adventurous tourists in the valley
The Kashmir Great lake Trek is in no need of an introductory treatise. It presents the poem in itself. You’ll draw a preface of it by simply hearing its name. Kashmir is a fantastic place and if you’re on a Himalayan trek you’re absolute to taste the natural beauty and adventure. With the exception of the lakes, even the barren milky snow clad mountains stand out in might and proud.

  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Grade – Moderate
  • Season – July – 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 Sonmarg (3 Hrs)Trek to Nichnai (3505 m- 3 hrs)

Day 3 – Trek from Nichnai to Krishnsar / Vishansar lake (3658 m-3hrs)

Day 4 – Trek from Vishansar lake to Gadsar lake (4205 m -6hrs)

Day 5 – Trek from Gadsar lake to Satsar Lake (3600 m-5hrs)

Day 6 – Trek from Satsar Lake to Gangabal twin lakes (3505 m-5 hrs)

Day 7 – Rest Day Gangabal

Day 8 – Trek from Gangabal to Naranag (6 hrs) Drive to Srinagar ( 3hrs)

  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 1 night) Tents (6 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.
Along with the undaunted beauty of nature, the valley of Kashmir has also emerged as a complete alley of adventurous activities like trekking, hiking and river rafting. With time as the mountain trails has been acclaimed as a safe destination, there has been a gradual increase in the number of adventurous tourists in the valley
The Kashmir Great lake Trek is in no need of an introductory treatise. It presents the poem in itself. You’ll draw a preface of it by simply hearing its name. Kashmir is a fantastic place and if you’re on a Himalayan trek you’re absolute to taste the natural beauty and adventure. With the exception of the lakes, even the barren milky snow clad mountains stand out in might and proud.

TRIP FACTS
  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Grade – Moderate
  • Season – July – 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 Sonmarg (3 Hrs)Trek to Nichnai (3505 m- 3 hrs)

Day 3 – Trek from Nichnai to Krishnsar / Vishansar lake (3658 m-3hrs)

Day 4 – Trek from Vishansar lake to Gadsar lake (4205 m -6hrs)

Day 5 – Trek from Gadsar lake to Satsar Lake (3600 m-5hrs)

Day 6 – Trek from Satsar Lake to Gangabal twin lakes (3505 m-5 hrs)

Day 7 – Rest Day Gangabal

Day 8 – Trek from Gangabal to Naranag (6 hrs) Drive to Srinagar ( 3hrs)

INCLUSIONS
  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 1 night) Tents (6 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.