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Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is a classic trek in the Himalayas but in comparison to others trek in the Himalayas it’s not that famous. We at 365hops provides our trekkers a splendid opportunity to experience the nature’s camaraderie in Kashmir – The Paradise on earth. Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is can a wonderful trek for first time trekkers in the Himalayas and considered as beginner’s delight. Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is considered as the best way to see the true beauty of Kashmir lies in the hidden valleys which are not accessible by road.
Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Drive from Srinagar to Sonmarg (9,100 ft, 4 hrs)
Day 02: Trek from Sonmarg to Nichnai (11,500 ft) (9 km, 6 hrs)
Day 03: Trek from Nichnai to Vishansar Lake (12,000 ft) (12 km, 6 hrs) via Nichnai Pass (13,100 ft)
Day 04: Exploration Day (12,000 ft, 6 hrs)
Day 05: Trek from Vishansar Lake to Gadsar (12,500 ft) (10 km, 5 hrs) via Gadsar Pass (13,800 ft)
Day 06: Trek from Gadsar to Satsar (12,000ft) (12 km, 6 hrs)
Day 07: Trek from Satsar to Gangabal Twin Lakes (11,500 ft) (9 km, 6 hrs)
Day 08: Trek from Gangabal to Naranag (7,450 ft) (11 km, 6 hrs)
Itinerary Details
Sonamarg DAY 1
Drive from Srinagar to Sonamarg (9000 ft, 4 hrs)
We will arrange your transport from TRC Srinagar to Sonmarg which is a short drive of around 2 hours. Its picturesque drive from Srinagar to Sonamarg which takes around 2 hrs but prior to that you can make a short trip to famous places of Srinagar like Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens etc. Reach Sonamarg by evening and stay in tents ahead of Sonamarg our trek starting point and enjoy the beauty of Sonamarg at its best. Pickup Cost is Rs 500 one side extra.
Nichnai DAY 2
TREK FROM SONAMARG TO NICHNAI (11500FT, 6 HRS)
Today is the actual start of the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek just few kilometres ahead of Sonamarg. The trekking tail starting point is marked by a nice roadside Dhabha where one can buy packaged food items for the trek. The trekking tail follows the Sindh River through the forest full of Maple and Pine trees. After trekking for few hours turn around to see the superb panorama of Sonamarg valley.
VISHANSAR LAKE DAY 3
TREK FROM NICHNAI TO VISHANSAR LAKE (12500FT, 6 HRS)
Trek from Nichnai to Vishansar Lake is long but a scenic one it passes through beautiful lush green meadows then small ascent to Nichnai Pass and from small descent to Vishansar Lake. The best part of Kashmir Great Lakes trek is that views it offered to trekkers. We cross Nichnai pass which is quite wide open and offer great views of white snow clad peaks.
VISHANSAR LAKE DAY 4
Exploration Day (12500FT, 6 HRS)
The day is free to explore the Vishansar Lake and its surroundings which just few minutes away from our campsite. The must things to do in Kashmir Great Lakes Trek are to capture the reflections of mountain peaks in the lake. We will conduct a basic photography workshop “Stop Shooting Auto”. Also explore the nearby Kishansar Lake which is also big and deep blue in colour.
GADSAR DAY 5
TREK FROM VISHANSAR LAKE TO GADSAR (13750FT, 6 HRS)
After breakfast we will start our trek passing by Kishansar Lake towards Gadsar Pass and to reach there it takes around 2 to 3 hours depending upon your pace and once you reach the top, be ready to absorb the views which you can never imagine both the Vishansar Lake and Kishansar Lake are in full view together. Gadsar is one of the most beautiful and most pristine lake of the Kashmir great lakes trek. On one side of the Gadsar lake lies the snow clad cliffs and on the other side open lush green meadows.
SATSAR DAY 6
TREK FROM GADSAR TO SATSAR (12500FT, 6 HRS)
Start the trek with breathing exercise and nice breakfast beside the army camp. The best way to reach Satsar is after crossing the river and enjoys the dipping of your feet in ice cold water. Satsar is basically a collection of 7 lakes and you can actually find water in various lakes depending upon the season of your trek and all of them are interconnected. Camp at the beautiful campsite near the first lake.
Gangabal LAKE DAY 7
TREK FROM SATSAR TO GANGABAL TWIN LAKES (12500ft, 6 HRS)
Today is a tough day and be prepared for a long arduous trek through the rocky terrain full of boulders. Crossing last Lake of Satsar we will start descending towards Gangabal our today’s destination.
VISHANSAR LAKE DAY 8
TREK FROM GANGABAL TO NARANAG (12500ft, 6 HRS)
Today is the last and final day of Kashmir Great Lakes trek, you must be tired and exhausted. 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.
