Kashmir Great Lakes Trek Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Srinagar to Sonamarg Base Camp (Shitkadi)

  The beautiful trek to Kashmir great lakes starts from Srinagar, where you arrive on your own. We have made things easier for guests, we are ready to pick you up from the Srinagar airport or Srinagar (Tourist Reception Centre). The pick and drop facility is included in the package for the fixed group departure dates and for private treks too. Getting to the basecamp of the trek through the banks of Dal Lake Srinagar and through the banks of River Sindh. It usually takes up to 4 hours to cover the distance of 80kms (50 Miles).
  The elevation of KGL basecamp at Sonamarg is 2700 m ASL. The landscape of the first camping site is full of wilderness and helps for acclimatization too. Enjoying the mesmerizing views of Thajwas Glacier and Sonamarg meadow reminds the fact that, Kashmir is fully photogenic. The day will end up with delicious meals and trekkers are advised to sleep before 10 PM. Taking proper sleep and getting up fresh for another day of adventure.

  • Hotspots : Dal Lake
  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 2 : Sonamarg Base Camp to Nichnai

  This awesome mountain journey starts from the popular and trending hill station which is Sonamarg. The first day of the trek is the easiest part of the trail. Our campsite for the Kashmir Great lakes trek is located at an elevation of 2500 meters above sea level on the banks of Sind river Sonamarg. Heading towards Shekdur, With the gradual ascent of one hour, we will be touching the tree line of pine forests. While looking behind an amazing panoramic view of Sonamarg, Tajiwas Glacier and surrounding snow-capped mountains make the view magnificent. The route seems to get to an end in between the tree line.

  • Themes : Camping, Mountaineering

• Day 3 : Nichnai to Vishansar Lake

  Acclimatization is one of the reasons to stay overnight at Nichnai. Right after breakfast, we will be climbing towards Nichnai pass (4116 m) which is the second-highest pass of the great lakes trek. During the trek, we could spot the gateway of the Greater Himalayas which is Zoljilla Peak (3,528 m).
  
  The trek from the camping site starts with a normal walk of 30 minutes and a moderate steep ascend of 180 minutes to get over the pass. The terrain towards pass is not too rough but due to high altitude and steepness in the up climb, it needs more push. The water stream of Nichnai comes to an end and the mind blowing view of lofty snow peaks provides the sense of the ore. The toughest part of the trek is over and we are at the elevation of 4114.8 MAMSL. (13500 feet.) The Herd of sheep grazing on slopes, small meadows, gypsy houses, and the mountain range of Zanskar is visible from Nichnai pass. This spot is named also Maggie point and the best match to relax, eat, and experience joyful views.

  • Themes : Trekking, Mountaineering

• Day 4 : Vishansar Lake to Gadsar Campsite via Gadsar Pass

  The Kashmir great lakes trek is considered a moderate + difficult trek but also trek itinerary does have a direct impact on your physical stamina. Camping a full day and 2 nights at two great lakes is enough time to acclimatize and explore. One more step from us which makes your trekking more moderate is that your rucksack (10-15 kg ) is being carried out by horses during the whole trail.
  
  Today is going to be more amazing and adventurous. We are at the elevation of 3600 meters and getting to Gadsar pass (Elevation – 4200 meter) is the first part of today’s trek. ( In the Kashmiri language ” Gad ” means Fish and “ Sar “ means High altitude water body). Starting the trek with a normal walk of 30 minutes and 90 minutes of a steep climb up to the top of Bari (“ Pass” ). On every step towards the ridge, the view of the beautiful mountain range gets bigger and adds a new thrill to the adventure.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 5 : Gadsar to Satsar Lakes

  Satsar Lake trek is a group of 7 lakes small alpine lakes. Few of the lakes get dry right after the glaciers around the lakes are melted away. During the month of July and August, 3 to 4 lakes could be seen easily. Starting the trek from Gadsar campsite with 90 minutes of steep ascent followed by 1 hour of a normal walk. The terrain while descending towards Satsar Lake produces the sound of flowing water but water cant be seen but only heard. In actuality, the water flows beneath the rocks and this place is named Dubta Pani. This part of the Kashmir great lakes trek differs in landscape and looks similar to western gahts.
  The trail bends and forms a traverse to a small valley known as Mengondob, leaving the river of Menandob behind will take us to Satsar Lakes. The Lakes are providing different scenic views which depend on the season. During the month of June and July, the mountains are partially covered with snow which adds glory to the Valley but very few trekkers trek during this season. When it comes to flora, Kashmir’s great lakes trek always remains with wildflowers and a number of herbal plants from the time snow melts till the end of September. Exploring Satsar Lakes right after providing identity proof at Satsar Amry Camp ( 3rd line of control ). Our campsite is going to be an isolated valley of Satsar Valley and getting free after delicious having delicious meals. Tomorrow is going to an epic day of adventure, clear sky can give us chances to spot the 8000 m Peak of Nanga Parbat from Zajiball Top. Get free after dinner and proper rest will keep you ready for another day of adventure.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 6 : Satsar to Harmukh Valley (Gangabal Lakes)

  Waking up in this part of the Himalayan region is an adventure in itself and today is gonna be an epic day of the trek. Getting to Zojiball top from the Satsar campsite will take up to 3 – 4 hours which starts with a gradual ascent and descends with a steep ascent. The 40 percent of trek terrain is tricky and needs a little bit more push. Going through boulder walk and gaining altitude through the rough rocky mountain ridges. Going through zigzag routes over ridges will take you to the summit. The view is mesmerizing from the summit of the Zojiball, a mind-blowing view of two alpine lakes Nundkhol and Gangabal Lake in the lap of Mount Harmukh 5146 m ASL.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 7 : Harmukh Valley (Gangabal Lakes) to Naranag

  Kashmir Great Lakes Trek provides a lifetime adventure experience with picturizing views of Valleys, mountain passes, alpine lakes, cascading waterfalls with exotic wildflower beds. Kashmir Great Lakes but it does have great history too. In 1856 by members of the Great Trigonometric Survey led by Thomas Montgomerie, Mt. Harmukh was climbed for the first time. Montgomerie and other British Climbers made the first survey of the Karakoram mountain range from the summit of this mountain. The climbers sketched the two most prominent peaks, labeling them K1 (Masherbrum) and K2 about 130 miles ( 210 km) to the north of Mt. Harmukh. The surroundings mountains had been part of early climbing expeditions even when Tenzing Norgay wasn’t born. During this period of time, advanced mountaineering was just about conquering 4000 and 5000 m peaks.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

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• Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India, Asia

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