Kashmir Great Lakes Trek

8 Days / 7 Nights High Altitude Trek

Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Srinagar & Drive to Sonamarg
Arrival at Srinagar. Drive to Sonamarg (base camp). Briefing and overnight stay in tents at Shitkadi.
Day 02: Sonamarg to Nichnai
Trek starts. Ascent through maple and pine forests. Reach Nichnai (11,500 ft). Overnight in tents.
Day 03: Nichnai to Vishansar Lake
Trek over Nichnai Pass (13,500 ft). Descent to the stunning alpine lake, Vishansar. First of the great lakes.
Day 04: Vishansar to Gadsar Lake
Cross Gadsar Pass (13,800 ft), the highest point. View Kishansar Lake and reach Gadsar Lake (Valley of Flowers).
Day 05: Gadsar to Satsar Lakes
Trek along the ridge with views of the Himalayas. Reach Satsar, a collection of seven small lakes.
Day 06: Satsar to Gangabal Lakes
Cross Zaj Pass. Witness the majestic Mount Harmukh. Camp near the twin lakes of Gangabal and Nundkol.
Day 07: Rest Day at Gangabal
Exploration day at the base of Mt. Harmukh. Optional short hike or trout fishing at the lakes.
Day 08: Gangabal to Naranag & Drive to Srinagar
Final descent through meadows to Naranag village. Drive back to Srinagar for your onward journey.

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