KASHMIR GREAT LAKES
feel the Real heaven on earth
- Region - Kashmir
- Base Camp - Shitkari
- Days - 8
- Altitude - 13,800 ft
- Grade - Moderate
- Distance - 75 km
- Age - 15+
14,999 INR/ Per Person)
From Srinagar to Srinagar
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Rs 290 Insurance (mandatory) (At Arrival )
- Region - Kashmir
- Base Camp - shitkari
- Days - 8
- Altitude - 13,800Ft
- Grade - Moderate
- Distance - 75 kms
- Age - 15 +
- Experience Req. - Beginner to Intermediate
- Fitness Req. - 5 km distance in 30 minutes
Brief Description
Firdaus' words, "heaven." Some call it a heaven on earth, while others call it a paradise unto itself, but Kashmir is actually one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Dal Lake, Vishansar Lake, and the Gangabal Twin Lakes are all unreal and unusual sights around here.
On the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek, we explore the most pristine blend of alpine lakes, far-reaching meadows, high altitude passes, and enormous unexplored vistas of the Kashmir Himalayas. As the saying goes, once you've been to Kashmir, you'll never want to leave. The KGL trek exemplifies the natural beauty of the state.
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Experience : First timer can apply, previous trekking experience is more appreciated
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Fitness: 5 km distance in 30 minutes without any stress.
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Shitkari Base Camp from the airport
Day 2: Trek to Nichnaie from Base Camp
Day 3: Trek from Nichnaie to Vishnusar
Day 4: Vishnusar to Gadsar Trek
Day5: Trek from Gadsar to Satsar
Day 6: Trek from Satsar to Gangbal, with a stop at Nundkul Lake for the night.
Day 7: A day of rest at Gangbal Lake
Day 8: Drive back to Srinagar after trekking from Gangbal Lake to Naranag.
14,999 INR / Per Person
From Srinagar to Srinagar
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Rs 290 Insurance (mandatory)
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Shitkari Base Camp from the airport
Arrive in Srinagar and board a car for a three-hour drive to Shitkari, passing through winding roads that lead to Kashmir's golden Sonamarg meadows. Shitkari, situated 3 kilometres before Sonamarg, is our base camp for the Kashmir Lakes Trek. Spend the night in tents at Shitkari's open grassy campsite.
Day 2: Trek to Nichnaie from Base Camp
Early in the morning, we set out on our trek to Nichnai, aiming for a 2 to 3-hour mild ascent to the tabletop village of Shekdur, passing through a stretch of pine woodland before stopping at the bank of Nichnai Nallah for lunch. After a steady ascent along the Nallah, we arrive at today's campsite, with breathtaking views of the Nichnai Pass ahead.
Day 3: Trek from Nichnaie to Vishnusar
The day's hike starts with a 2-hour moderate to steep ascent to the summit of Nichnai Pass (4100 m). The Nichnai Lake can be seen on the left side as we climb towards the pass. We descend for an hour after crossing the pass, regroup for lunch, and then walk through the valley meadows to today's campsite, which is just below the Vishnusar lake. You should spend the rest of the day visiting the area. Touring the twin lakes of Vishnusar and Kishansar
Day 4: Vishnusar to Gadsar Trek
We start the day by steadily climbing across the twin lakes. A slow descent follows, followed by a simple walk along the meadows towards Gadsar lake, after a steep ascent to the top of Gadsar pass at 4200 m, which provides stunning views of the twin lakes. Before continuing on to the campsite further ahead, we re-group at the lake for lunch.
Day5: Trek from Gadsar to Satsar
Our journey today takes us via SATSAR, a collection of seven lakes. We walk 1.5 to 2 hours uphill from Gadsar campsite before descending to Satsar pass through the Satsar stream. Before continuing on for another hour to our campsite today, we re-group for lunch on the bank of a lake just across the pass. There are 4 or 5 lakes of water depending on the season. Above the cliff, on the right side of the hill, is the Satsar army checkpoint. It's the third line of defence for the LOC. The same methods for identity verification, data collection, and questioning apply. Complete this task today to ensure a safe day of hiking tomorrow. The army camp is 10 minutes away from the first of the Satsar lakes. The lake is enormous, and it is situated in a lush green setting with mountains in the distance.
Day 6: Trek from Satsar to Gangbal, with a stop at Nundkul Lake for the night.
We're on our way to the Nundkol and Gangbal twin lakes today. The Harmukh mountain looms over the Nundkol and Gangbal twin lakes as we begin our ascent to Zach pass at 4100 metres. Before climbing to the Nundkol campsite through a small ridge with views of the lakes, we stop for lunch along a small stream.
Day 7: A day of rest at Gangbal Lake
We'll spend today, the trek's rest day, exploring the area around the twin lakes, including a visit to Gangbal Lake and relaxing on its shores. As Harmukh mountain towers over the entire valley, providing amazing views in all directions, we return to the campsite for our goodbye meal and campfire.
Day 8: Drive back to Srinagar after trekking from Gangbal Lake to Naranag.
Our time in the wilderness has come to an end, and we're going back to civilization. We start with a steady climb out of the valley, then descend to the tree line to reach a forested trail that leads to a Tea-shop, where we will stop for lunch. After that, it's a three-hour steep descent to Naranag, an old temple village with a Srinagar roadhead. Relax and enjoy the ride to Srinagar by transferring your baggage to the waiting transport.
Departure Date
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Price Inclusion
- Accommodation: Hotel/Guest house stay : twins triple / dormitory. Tent : Double /triple sharing.
- Transportation from Srinagar to Srinagar
- Meals: From the Day 1st dinner to the day 8th breakfast, all meals are included. We offer healthy, nutritious and vegetarian food on all days of the trek.
- Camping fees/ Permits : Both trekking permits and woodland camping fees are included in the price.
- Trek Equipments : dinning tent, kitchen tent, sleeping tent, tent with mattress and sleeping bags, utensils, ropes, micro-spikes, and gaiters(if required).
- Muels and porter to carry central equipment.
- Qualified or experience guide, cook, helper, and porters.
- Basic first aid kit with oxygen cylinder and helmet (if required) .
Price Exclusion
- Muels or porter to carry the personal bags.
- Travel insurance- Rs.290 (mandatory)
- Emergency Costs: Any expense arises as a result of any kind of emergency.
- Tips (optional)
- Anything not mention in Inclusion.
- Stay at Srinagar on the last day
- During the transportation meals are not included
- GST - 5%
Things to Carry
↬ Basic Gears
- 45 -60 ltr Bag pack with rain cover & comfortable straps
- Bring hot & cold water bottle like borosil & milton
- Snacks like energy bar , dry fruits & ORS
- Personal medical kit
↬ Clothing
- At least 3/ 4 full sleeves ( non cotton)
- 1 Full fleece t-shirt
- 1 Fleece jacket (woollen or sweater)
- 1 Down feather / Hollofil Jacket
- 1 Water proof jacket / poncho
- 1 Water proof jacket / poncho
- Thermal inners (upper and lower) 1 pairs
- 2 trek paints avoid shorts & denims pant
- 1 Pairs waterproof gloves
- 1 Pairs waterproof gloves
- 1 pairs woollen gloves
- 1 nos sun cap
- 1 nos woollen cap
- 2 no Sunglasses (U/V protected)
- 1 water proof & high ankle Trekking shoes
- 1 pairs of floaters
- 1 pairs of floaters
- 4 pairs Cotton socks
- 1 pairs of woollen socks
- Hand sanaitizer & Suncreen Lotion
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Toilet paper and wet wipes
- Quick dry towel
- Lip balm & Antibackterial powder
- 2 nos buff neck gaiters
- Moisturiser
FAQ's
You need to submit the medicial fitness form & self declaration form at our registered email id : [email protected]
To download the form click on the link below ↴
Bring 1 Goverment ID and 2 passport size photos along with you while coming to the journey.
Guideline for booking a trek with HDT,
- On our website, you can look through a list of available treks.
- Select the route that interests you and check the dates and availability. You may also view each trek's difficulty level, itinerary, and inclusions.
- Once you've chosen on a favrourite trek, go to the trek page and click the "Book Now" option.
- This button will send you to the payment portal, where a mount with 5% GST will be displayed based on the number of people.
- Select your selected payment method and proceed to the payment. HDT offers credit/debit cards, net banking, and UPI as payment methods.
- Once your booking is completed, you will receive an email from HDT with all of the relevant trek details, such as the meeting site, transportation, hotel, and other crucial instructions.
- Make sure you have all of the necessary equipment and clothing before the trek, as detailed in the HDT packing list. If necessary, you can also rent or purchase equipment from HDT.
In some treks yes it included & in some treks you have to ask for transportation.
For More info read inclusion & exclusion in each trek page.
- Before 30 days: 90% of the total Land Package Cost is refundable.
- Between 21-30 days: 75% of the total Land Package Cost is refundable.
- Between 11-20 days: 50% of the total Land Package Cost is refundable.
- Less than 10 days: No refund.
Min. age for most of the trek is above 16 years. But read the itinerary first before booking the trek.
It depends on the fitness level & your capability. For difficult treks please consult with our team before booking.
Yes, you can join the group without any hesitation
During the trek, HDT provides wholesome and nutritional meals. The food is vegetarian and consists of rice, dal, veggies, chapati, paratha, pasta, noodles, and soup. During the trip, we also provide snacks like as biscuits, salty snacks, and dried fruits. Special dietary needs, such as vegan, gluten-free, or Jain meals, can also be accommodated if requested in advance.
Himalayan Dreamtreks is a trekking company that puts all of its participants' safety first, including female trekkers. They have a robust safety system in place, including a dedicated team of experienced and qualified trek leaders and support workers who are prepared to manage emergency situations and administer first aid.
The HDT also takes special precautions to guarantee the safety and comfort of female hikers. They offer separate tents for female hikers, female trek leaders, and support staff. They also have separate restrooms for ladies and promote a safe and respectful environment for all trekkers.
For maximum comfort, we offer three and four person tents with twin-sharing or three-sharing options.
Yes, fitness is essential for a trek, especially if you intend to take on a difficult trek in the Himalayas or other mountainous locations. Trekking entails walking for long periods of time through uneven terrain, often ascending and descending steep hills at high heights. To complete the walk safely and enjoyably, you must have a particular level of physical fitness.
Here are some of the reasons why fitness is essential for a trek:
- Endurance: Trekking is a physically difficult sport that necessitates endurance. You may be walking for several hours each day over several days, therefore it is critical to have a decent degree of cardiovascular fitness to keep up with the pace of the trek.
- Strength: Because you may be climbing steep hills and descending rocky terrain, trekking requires strength, particularly in the lower body. You may also need to carry a rucksack with your gear and supplies, thus strong leg muscles are required to hold the weight.
- Altitude: Many treks in the Himalayas and other hilly places include high-altitude trekking, which can result in altitude sickness. Physical fitness can help lower the risk of altitude sickness since your body adapts better to the thin air at higher elevations.
- Enjoyment: Being physically fit will help you appreciate the journey more since you will be able to keep up with the group and take in the lovely landscape without being too tired.
Departure Date
Call for booking-
+91 80896 93825 / +91 94565 46051
Call for booking-
+91 80896 93825 / +91 94565 46051
Call for booking-
+91 80896 93825 / +91 94565 46051
Call for booking-
+91 80896 93825 / +91 94565 46051