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Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
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Trekking · Jammu & Kashmir

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek

challenging7 days / 6 nights

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Price

15,000

Group size

1–15

Best time

Nearest city: SrinagarAltitude: 4180m

Widely considered the most beautiful trek in India, this 72 km circuit takes you past seven stunning alpine lakes - each a different color - through wildflower meadows and over high passes.

Highlights

  • Visit 7 pristine alpine lakes including Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar
  • Cross the Gadsar Pass at 4,180m - the highest point of the trek
  • Traverse through lush wildflower meadows and remote Kashmir valleys

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Drive Srinagar to Sonamarg (80 km, 3 hrs); acclimatization w

    Day 1: Drive Srinagar to Sonamarg (80 km, 3 hrs); acclimatization walk

  2. Day 2: Trek Sonamarg to Nichnai (11 km, 5-6 hrs)

    Day 2: Trek Sonamarg to Nichnai (11 km, 5-6 hrs)

  3. Day 3: Cross Nichnai Pass (3,700m); trek to Vishansar Lake (12 km,

    Day 3: Cross Nichnai Pass (3,700m); trek to Vishansar Lake (12 km, 6-7 hrs)

  4. Day 4: Trek Vishansar to Gadsar Lake via Gadsar Pass (4,180m; 10 km

    Day 4: Trek Vishansar to Gadsar Lake via Gadsar Pass (4,180m; 10 km, 7 hrs)

  5. Day 5: Trek Gadsar to Satsar Lakes (9 km, 5 hrs)

    Day 5: Trek Gadsar to Satsar Lakes (9 km, 5 hrs)

  6. Day 6: Trek Satsar to Gangabal Lake via Zaj Pass (12 km, 6-7 hrs)

    Day 6: Trek Satsar to Gangabal Lake via Zaj Pass (12 km, 6-7 hrs)

  7. Day 7: Trek Gangabal to Naranag (15 km, 6 hrs); drive to Srinagar (

    Day 7: Trek Gangabal to Naranag (15 km, 6 hrs); drive to Srinagar (70 km)

Inclusions

  • Camping accommodation (twin-sharing tents)
  • All meals during trek (veg)
  • Wildlife Department permits
  • Experienced guide, cook, and support staff
  • Sleeping bag, mat, and camp furniture
  • First aid kit and oxygen cylinder

Exclusions

  • Travel to/from Srinagar
  • Personal gear (backpack, shoes, jacket)
  • Porter for personal bag (₹500-₹800 per day)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Safety guidelines

  1. Prior high-altitude trekking experience strongly recommended
  2. Ability to walk 10-15 km daily with elevation gains of 500-1,000m required
  3. Acclimatize properly in Srinagar/Sonamarg before starting
  4. Be prepared for rapidly changing weather
  5. No mobile network for most of the trek
  6. Carry adequate warm layers (temperatures near freezing at night)