Explore the world with tourHQ
HomeWitness The Beauty Of Kashmir Over A 10-Day Trip
Description
Embark on an incredible journey to Kashmir- the Heaven on Earth to witness diverse landscapes of valleys, grasslands, scattered forests, and snow-covered mountains. Do steep, challenging climbs, ride shikara and interact with shepherds to dive into the city's culture and customs. The best of all is the scenic lakes you will see; Satsar lakes (7 lakes), Kishansar, Vishansar and Gadsar Lake.
Highlights
- Go for a fun Shikara ride to see the floating market of Kashmir
- Admire beautiful grasslands, valleys, and snow-clad mountainscapes
- Pass through scattered forests with lines of Maple and Pine trees
- Enjoy enchanting view of sprawling glaciers
- Trek up to Satsat Lake, Kishansar Lake, Vishansar Lake and Gadsar Lake
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
-
Day 1- Arrival in Srinagar expand_more
- Upon arrival at Srinagar airport, meet and greet your guide and get transferred to a houseboat.
- In the evening, enjoy a Shikara ride.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
-
Day 2- Srinagar - Sonmarg expand_more
- From Srinagar, transfer to Sonmarg. This will be a scenic drive from Srinagar, and you will see a wonderful mix of grasslands, scattered forests, and snow-covered mountains.
- Overnight stay will be in tents at Sitkari, about 3 km away from Sonmarg.
-
Day 3- Sitkari village - Nichnai expand_more
- Begin the trek by ascending towards the Shokdhari campsite on a route lined with Maple and Pine trees. The highlight of the day’s trek will be the enchanting view of Sonmarg and the sprawling glaciers surrounding Sonmarg. The day ends after we descend into the Nichnai grazing ground (Shepherd’s Valley) through a Silver Birch forest.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 4- Nichnai - Vishansar lake expand_more
- Today’s trek comprises a steep and grueling ascent to cross the Nichnai Pass, which stands tall at 4,080 m, and then descent towards the Vishansar and Kishansar Lakes into the Vishansar campsite. Visit the Vishansar Lake situated about 1 km from the campsite. Surrounded by mountains and being hard to access, the waters of the lake are crystal clear and change color as the day proceeds. You are guaranteed to start feeling rejuvenated just by sitting by the lake listening to the lapping sounds of the water, and soaking in the scenic beauty.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 5- Vishansar lake - Gadsar lake expand_more
- Begin the day with a steep 250 m climb to Krishansar lake, about 1/2 km from Vishansar Lake. Despite being close in the distance, the twin lakes can be seen together only from the top at Gadsar Pass. Getting to the Gadsar Pass at 4,191 m is no easy task and will take a toll on your legs and back. However, the scintillating views at the top of the pass will compensate for all the efforts. From the pass, descend into flat meadows covered with brightly colored wildflowers to reach the Gadsar Lake.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 6- Gadsar lake - Mengandob / Satsar lake expand_more
- Yet another two-hour steep climb up welcomes us in the early morning as we enter into flatlands known as Mengandob. We will continue the trek, cross an army camp, and get close to the Satsar lakes. The Satsar Lakes are a collection of 7 lakes in a cascade formation. Fed by melting snow, a couple of these lakes dry up in summer and autumn.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 7- Satsar lake - Gangbal Twin Lakes expand_more
- You will be physically and mentally challenged today as you cross rocky and boulder-ridden terrain, cross a few ridges, and climb mountains to arrive for a break on a ridge at 3570 m. We proceed further up to reach the final ridge at 3,000 m. From here, you can view the twin lakes of Gangbal and Nundkol. A steep rocky descent, a few ups and downs, and entry into green meadows that lead to the Nundkol Lake and Gangbal Lake.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 8- Leisure Day expand_more
- Today you get to relax by the lakes, explore surrounding meadows, soak in the magnificent mountains’ cape, uncover a few local legends about the lakes, share travel stories, meditate, exercise your photography skills, and do anything that soothes your soul. This day can alternatively be also used as an adjustment day if the weather plays foul and the group is required to spend an additional night at any of the previous campsites.
- Overnight stay in tents.
-
Day 9- Gangabal - Naranag - Srinagar expand_more
- Today is the last and final day of the Kashmir Great Lakes trek. You must be tired. Start trekking towards the tree line alongside the stream and then through Pine forest and grassy land to reach our final destination of Naranag, where our jeeps would be waiting for us and transfer to Srinagar for an overnight stay.
-
Day 10- Departure expand_more
- Transfer to the airport/TRC Bus stand for your onward journey.
What's Included
- 07 Nights / 08 Days trek
- Airport pickup and drop off in Srinagar
- Transport Srinagar to Aru Base and Sumbal to Srinagar
- 02 Nights’ accommodation in Srinagar
- Deluxe category Houseboat in Srinagar
- Breakfast and dinner at the hotel in Srinagar
- Accommodation in tents during the trek
- Meals while on trek (Veg & non-veg)
- Continental breakfast during the trek
- Trek equipment like a sleeping bag, mattress, tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent
- Trekking Permits
- First aid medical kits and oxygen cylinder
- Qualified & experienced English-speaking Kashmiri (Indian) Trek Leader, Guide, and Support staff
- Ponies to carry your stuff and luggage
What's Excluded
- Food during the transit
- Insurance
- Something not specifically mentioned under the pinnacle
- Flight tickets
- Personal expenditures
Know before you go
- The tour is available from 15 June to 15 October on all the days of the week.
Meeting Point
Srinagar International Airport
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Standard | |
| 1 To 2 | INR 25000 Per Person |
| 3 To 4 | INR 24000 Per Person |
| 5 To 6 | INR 23000 Per Person |
| 7 To 12 | INR 22000 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |
Starting From
see details
USD 310 / person