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9 Nights 10 Days
Daily Tour
30 people
English
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek:
The undulating landscape of Kashmir offers many challenging treks. History is the witness that Kashmir has been a land of splendid natural escapes; it is a land of lush meadows, lofty snow-clad mountains, high passes and sparkling alpine lakes. Each destination has its own charm that makes Kashmir a diverse region. The Kashmir Great Lakes and Himalayas Trek takes 7 days to complete. This trek in Kashmir covers Vishansar Lake, Krishansar Lake, Gadsar Lake and Gangabal Lake. It is flagged from Srinagar and cutting and crossing through lush pastures, gushing rivers and flower-strewn meadows and mountains one accomplishes the Great Lakes in Kashmir.
Where Every Arrival Begins with a Breath of Fresh Kashmirian Air
On arrival Trek-valley tours representative will welcome you at the airport (or the Tourist Reception Centre if you travelled overland) and transferred to the houseboat/hotel for your overnight stay. There will be an afternoon Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Journey to Sonamarg: Gateway to Glacial Beauty and Serene Meadows:
After breakfast start the beautiful picturesque drive from Srinagar to Sonamarg which takes around 3 - 4hrs, on the way we descend through dense forest, past Gujar villages and terraced rice fields, to the road head at Sumbal (2130m). After a couple of hours drive along the Sind River we arrive at Sonamarg, which locally means the ‘meadow of Gold’ in Sonamarg we can have a small visit Thajwas glacier and overnight stay camping at sonamarg
Ascend to Nichinai: Embrace the Heights of Alpine Serenity and Glacial Views:
A short descent through a pine forest brings us to a steel bridge over the Sindh River. From here we climb steeply to Shkoder, a great vantage point for a picturesque view of the Sindh Valley and glacier below. An undulating descent will bring us to our overnight camp at Nichinai.
Traverse to Vishansar: Where Alpine Meadows Meet Turquoise Tranquility:
We trek to the Nichinai Pass(4141 m) enjoying the mountinous panorama, and then descend towards the lakes of Vishansar and Krishansar, passing through colourful meadows and crossing streams.We camp just below Vishansar Lake for two nights.
From Vishansar to Gadsar: Journey Through Glacial Passes to Serene Waters:
Today we begin with a steep ascent to the Beri-Pass (4100). The pass again offers great views of the Karakorum and Gadsar Lake. A gradual descent along the contour Gadsar Lake brings us to our overnight camp. Our camp is beside a pretty stream so we can reward ourselves with a swim in the beautiful cyrstal clear water.
Cross Glacial Passes to Reach the Enchanting Lake of Seven Satsar:
We will have a fresh morning passing through wild-flower valley along with number of springs which will be an eye catching point. A slight climb through the meadow of flowers and camp for the night under twinkling stars with colourful flowers
From Satsar’s Serenity to Gangabal’s Majestic Mirror: A High-Altitude Journey:
We climb gradually to Postpatri (the valley of flowers) and reach the saddle at Mangandub. From here we climb steeply towards Zagibal Peak (4600m). The climb is tough but worth it for the tremendous views of the Gangabal Lakes and Hurmukh Peak. A long zig zag descent brings us to astream crossing followed by a short climb to our camp for a night at Gangabal Lakes.
Descending from Majestic Heights to Srinagar’s Tranquil Embrace: A Journey’s End:
Today, we will leave Gangabal and trek towards Naranag via Trunkhol. We will take the route and cross through meadows of Budpathri, Trunkhol and descend from Butsheri to reach Naranag.
From Naranag, we shall take a car ride for Srinagar. Overnight stay will be at houseboat/Hotel.
Carrying with You the Echoes of Beauty and the Warmth of Memories:
After breakfast, travel to Srinagar airport to board your flight. Go back home with some happy memories from the trip.
