HARBHAGWAN 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.
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
For enjoying the real beauty of Kashmir and walking amidst the crystal clear lakes and dense forests, Pahalgam Sonamarg trek is also known as Kashmir Harbhagwan Lake Trek. Pahalgam is a small hill station resting at a height of 7200ft located 95km away from Srinagar. This place is popularly known as the “valley of shepherds” in Jammu and Kashmir. This beautiful place stands at the confluence of the Lidder River and Sheshnag Lake. Surrounded by the lush green pine forests and snow clad mountains, But despite of being a short trek, the route is very challenging which is suitable for people with a good physical health and stamina to walk through the tough terrains.

  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 6 Nights / 7 Days
  • Grade – Moderate to Difficult
  • Season – July – Sept
  • Max Altitude – Around 4000 m
  • Cost – On request (ex Srinagar )

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

Day 2– Drive Srinagar to Pahalgam( 3 Hrs)Trek from pahalgam to Aru village -3 hrs

Day 3– Trek from Aru to Nafran ( 3450 m ) 5 hrs

Day 4 – Trek from Nafran to Harbhagwan lake ( 4000 m) 4 hrs

Day 5 -Trek from Nafran to Baltal – 7 hrs

Day 6 – Trek from Baltal to sonmarg (2 hrs) Drive to Srinagar ( 3hrs)

Day 7 – Transfer to Airport for onward journey

  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Phalgam –Baltal – Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 2 nights) Tents (4 nights) Sharing twin /triple / Sleeping Bag/ Sleeping Mattress
  • Meals – Day 2 Breakfast to Day 7  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
For enjoying the real beauty of Kashmir and walking amidst the crystal clear lakes and dense forests, Pahalgam Sonamarg trek is also known as Kashmir Harbhagwan Lake Trek. Pahalgam is a small hill station resting at a height of 7200ft located 95km away from Srinagar. This place is popularly known as the “valley of shepherds” in Jammu and Kashmir. This beautiful place stands at the confluence of the Lidder River and Sheshnag Lake. Surrounded by the lush green pine forests and snow clad mountains, But despite of being a short trek, the route is very challenging which is suitable for people with a good physical health and stamina to walk through the tough terrains.

TRIP FACTS
  • Region – Kashmir
  • Duration – 6 Nights / 7 Days
  • Grade – Moderate to Difficult
  • Season – July – Sept
  • Max Altitude – Around 4000 m
  • Cost – On request (ex Srinagar )
BRIEF ITINERARY

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

Day 2– Drive Srinagar to Pahalgam( 3 Hrs)Trek from pahalgam to Aru village -3 hrs

Day 3– Trek from Aru to Nafran ( 3450 m ) 5 hrs

Day 4 – Trek from Nafran to Harbhagwan lake ( 4000 m) 4 hrs

Day 5 -Trek from Nafran to Baltal – 7 hrs

Day 6 – Trek from Baltal to sonmarg (2 hrs) Drive to Srinagar ( 3hrs)

Day 7 – Transfer to Airport for onward journey

INCLUSIONS
  • Expert Mountaineering Instructors & Guide
  • Transportation – Srinagar to Phalgam –Baltal – Srinagar
  • Accommodation Equipment – House boat ( 2 nights) Tents (4 nights) Sharing twin /triple / Sleeping Bag/ Sleeping Mattress
  • Meals – Day 2 Breakfast to Day 7  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.

Grade 3 : Difficult
From an altitude of 4000m to 5550m is considered a strenuous trek or grade 3. Most of the trekking of Nepal is in grade 3. You need some previous trekking experiences and have decent physical fitness. Climbing and descending are very usual experiences for these types of trekking and you may have to cross small glaciers as well. This kind of trekking gives you an experience of a lifetime, has very beautiful walking surrounded by spectacular mountains