India · Trekking

5 Day Kashmir Naranag-Marchoi and Dumail Private Guided Trek

5 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Srinagar. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 5-day private guided trek in Kashmir
  • 02 Stay on a traditional houseboat in Srinagar
  • 03 Trek through Naranag, Dumail, and Marchoi Meadow
  • 04 Visit the Naranag Archaeological Site
  • 05 Walk through pine, cedar, and forest trails
  • 06 Enjoy mountain views, meadows, and riverside scenery
  • 07 Camp or stay in mud house accommodation during the trek
  • 08 Includes meals, permits, private transport, and trek leader

Discover a lesser-known side of Kashmir on this 5-day private guided trek through Naranag, Dumail, and the beautiful Marchoi Valley. Combining scenic mountain trails, forest paths, meadows, and local heritage, this journey offers a rewarding mix of trekking, camping, and time in nature, with stays that include a houseboat experience in Srinagar.

Starting from Srinagar, the route leads to Naranag before continuing on foot through the Naranag Archaeological Site, the Wangath forest area, and onward to Dumail and Marchoi Meadow. Along the way, enjoy views of pine and cedar forests, mountain peaks, rivers, and highland landscapes, with bonfires and overnight stays in camps, mud houses, or guest accommodation adding to the adventure.

With meals, permits, private transport, and an experienced trek leader included, this trek is a great choice for travellers looking for a guided Himalayan experience that remains accessible even in winter conditions.

Discover a lesser-known side of Kashmir on this 5-day private guided trek through Naranag, Dumail, and the beautiful Marchoi Valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Srinagar
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Srinagar-Arrival: Upon Arrival meet and great by our representative and transfer to Houseboat.Upon Arrival at Srinagar Airport. You will be meet and great by our representative and transfer to Houseboat. Later Enjoy the Shikara Ride. Night Stay in Houseboat .Enjoy the Your dinner in HouseboatHouseboat accommodation

2
Day 02

Srinagar- Naranag campsite.Morning after breakfast You will be pickup and Transfer to Naranag which is 50KM 01:30 Hrs journey. The Naranag Valley is home to every Well-Liked Trekking and Camping. The trail head is accessible via a 14-kilometer hilly road that connects to the Srinagar-Kargil highway at Kangan and Preng. This mountain Village is well-known for camping, trout angling, and short and long treks, with a number of other attractions around. The first-night stay will be at Naranag Campsite at an altitude of 2200 m. Due to the winter season, acclimatization plays an important to remain fit for this short trek. Stay in Naranag Guest House.Home Stay Accommodation

3
Day 03

Naranag - Dumail Campsite Post Breakfast Start your trek distance: 3 km Time Taken: 2 hours Altitude gain: 200 metersTrek distance: 3 km

Time Taken: 2 hours

Altitude gain: 200 meters

Adventurous day after having breakfast at 8 AM. The trek starts at the stunning Naranag Archeological Site and continues into the Wangath Forest Conversation Zone. Following a partially frozen river and through pine forests while enjoying a breathtaking view of sharp mountain peaks from the North. Marchoi meadow is visible from the beginning of the trek even a clear view after completing half of the walk. The adjacent Gujjar tribes use mountain houses known as Doka or Kotha as summer residences. Evening enjoy the Bonfire .Stay Night in Dumail (Mud house or Tent).Mud House / Camping Accommodation

4
Day 04

Dumil to Marchoi meadow -Dumil Post breakfast Trek distance: 12 km Time Taken: 6 – 7 hours Altitude gain: 819 metersTrek distance: 12 km

Time Taken: 6 – 7 hours

Altitude gain: 819 meters

Trek type: The Marchoi Meadow’s actual route, known locally as Shadimarg, begins from the Dumail Campsite. Six kilometres of steady elevation followed by an equal-length descent through tropical dry deciduous forests. Enjoy the evening Bonfire and stay night in Camp/Mud house

Entering the Marchoi meadow route from Dumail Camspite right after the breakfast at 7 Am. Wild Walnuts trees are covering the starting part of the hiking trail with few small springs and boulders. After a small traverse the altitude gain starts and ends in the lap of cedar and pine trees. As you get higher the view of surroundings valleys fill the hike with epic natural scenes. The trail get sneaky at the altitude of 2700 m through the left over of burnt forest cover. The Shadimarg meadow covered by mountain ranges by all sides and most epic is Mt. Harmukh 5142 m from the western side of meadow.Mud House / Camping Accommodation

5
Day 05

Dumail-Naranag Trek then Taxi to Srinagar (Trek: 3 km Time Taken: 1, Altitude Loss: 700 meters)Total distance: 50 km

Time Taken: 3-4 hours

Altitude Loss: 700 meters

Trek type: 2 km of walk to Naranag main market and where our taxi will be ready to pick you up. And transfer to Srinagar. Airport for your onwards journey.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Srinagar. 1 city · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Use of Trikke
  • Private transportation
  • Taxi for - Srinagar to Naranag and Return.
  • 3 time delicious meals, Tea/Coffee and Refreshments.
  • Trekking And Forest Permits.
  • Professional And Experienced Trek Leader.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance.
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks,
  • Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips, laundry & phone call.

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Please note
    Trek Insurance
    Having travel insurance is an important protocol all trekkers should follow. The cost of the trek doesn’t include any sort of insurance. Trekkers/Travelers travel insurance must cover accidents, injury, illness, and death medical expenses including any related to pre-existing medical conditions, emergency repatriation including helicopter rescue and air ambulance where applicable, and personal liability.
  • Physical Fitness
    Getting a medical certificate from a registered medical officer is must before starting your trek. If you suffer from severe lung/heart/muscle disorders or any disease that can turn fatal, You cant take part in any trek with us.
    In case you lack the required fitness or suffering from any disease that can turn fatal in the mountains, Himalayan Bird reserves the right to bar your participation from doing the trek without any refund/compensation.
    Trekkers are advised to focus on physical fitness in order to remain fit during the trek and explore better. Following endurances can help beginners and experienced trekkers to remain fit and explore better during the trek.
  • Note: Sometimes bad weather makes it necessary to wait until the following day to get back on the road.
  • This tour comes with free pickup from Airport, Hotel or place suggest by traveller within Srinagar

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Srinagar.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Srinagar.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Srinagar..

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