Kashmir Great Lakes Trek – A Journey Through Nature’s Finest

The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is a dream adventure for every trekker, offering an unforgettable journey through some of the most stunning landscapes in India. This 10-day trek covers approximately 70 km and takes around 40-45 hours of trekking in total, spread across different campsites. The trail is a mix of moderate to challenging sections, with steep ascents, rocky paths, and high passes that test endurance and stamina. Reaching a maximum altitude of 4,200 meters, this trek demands proper acclimatization, making fitness and preparation essential.

Starting and ending in Srinagar, the trek is best experienced between June and September, when the valleys are in full bloom, and the alpine lakes shimmer under clear skies. The journey includes camping at breathtaking locations like Shitkadi (Base Camp), Nichnai (6-7 hours trek), Vishansar Lake (5-6 hours), Gadsar Pass (7-8 hours), Satsar (5-6 hours), Gangbal Lake (6-7 hours), and Naranag (5-6 hours trek to the endpoint). Each day offers mesmerizing views of alpine meadows, glacial streams, and pristine lakes.

While the trek is rewarding, challenges such as high altitude, unpredictable weather, and long trekking hours require proper planning and fitness. Sudden temperature drops, occasional rain, and rugged terrain make this trek demanding yet exhilarating. If you seek a perfect blend of adventure and scenic beauty, the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is an experience like no other.

📍 Destinations Covered: Sonmarg, Nichnai, Shekdur, Vishansar lake, Gadsar pass, Satsar, Gangabal twin lakes, Zaj pass.
📅 Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days

DAY 1 – Srinagar Arrival | Drive to Sonamarg
(90 Kms, 4 Hrs Approx)

DAY 2 – Trek to Nichnai via Shekdur (11 Kms,
8 hrs Approx)

DAY 3 – Nichnai to Vishansar lake via Nachnai
Pass ( 12 Kms, 7 hrs Approx)

DAY 4 – Vishansar lake to Gadsar via Gadsar Pass
(14 Kms, 8 hrs )

DAY 5 – Gadsar to Satsar (12 Kms, 6 Hrs)

DAY 6 – Satsar to Gangabal twin lakes
via Zaj Pass (11 Kms, 6 Hrs)

DAY 7 – Gangabal to Naranag (11 Kms,
6 Hrs Approx) | Drive to Srinagar.

• Accommodation: 6 Nights of Tented Accommodation on a double/ triple
  -sharing basis.
• Meals: All Veg meals from Day 1st Dinner to Day 7th breakfast.
• Snacks: Morning / Evening Tea / Coffee with light snacks.
• Camping logistics: Tent, Sleeping bags, Mattresses, Dining tent, Toilet tent.
• Trek Leader: Qualified And Experienced Trek Leader And Support Staff.
• Permits: All necessary fees and permits.
• Safety Equipment: Basic First Aid kit wit h Oximeter and Oxygen Cylinder.
• Guide ratio: 1:10
• Others: Cloak Room facility available at base camp for extra luggage.

• Transportation from Srinagar TRC – Sitkari / Naranag – Srinagar TRC.
• Any expenses of personal nature.
• Meals during transit.
• Insurance of any kind.
• Any fees and permits (For Foreigners).
• Unscheduled delay due to a landslide.
• Cost Escalation due to “Force Majeure and Evacuation charges”.
• Anything not mentioned explicitly in the above program.