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Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
18 Jul - 24 Jul (6 nights)
LocationsSrinagar | Shitkadi Camp, Sonamarg | Nichnai Lake, Lakes trail, Sonamarg | Vishansar Lake, Sonamarg
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About the trip
Seven alpine lakes, each more unreal than the last. A trail that feels like you’re walking through a painting. From wildflower meadows to snow-draped passes, every day shifts the story. Kashmir Great Lakes isn’t just a trek, it’s a feeling you carry back. Our Fav Trek in India, or maybe the world. DISCLAIMER: Please note that the trek is subject to permits from the government. The official permits are still awaited and we would request you to hold on the flight bookings at the moment. Our team will reach out to you after you book the trip and will brief you regarding the same.
Idea for
Experiences
Lakes/Rivers
Hiking / Trekking
Road Trip
Forest Exploration
Inclusions
4 Experiences
18 Meals
6 AccommodationsOther
Exclusions
- 3 Meals
- 1 Accommodations
Transport
Itinerary
SRINAGAR → SHITKADI BASECAMP
Drive from Srinagar through Sonamarg valley Sindh river accompanies the journey Reach Shitkadi campsite Rest, hydration & acclimatization Drive Details Distance: ~85 km Drive Time: 3–4 hrs Altitude Shitkadi: ~8,900 ft
SHITKADI → NICHNAI VIA SHEKDUR
Trek begins through pine forests Gradual climb beside mountain streams Reach Shekdur meadow Continue ascent towards alpine valley of Nichnai Trek Details Distance: ~11 km Duration: 7–8 hrs Altitude Gain 8,900 ft → 11,500 ft
NICHNAI → VISHANSAR LAKE VIA NICHNAI PASS
Cross Nichnai Pass Landscape shifts dramatically Descend into Vishansar valley First views of Vishansar & Kishansar lakes Trek Details Distance: ~12 km Duration: 7–8 hrs Maximum Altitude Nichnai Pass: ~13,000 ft Camp Altitude Vishansar: ~12,000 ft
VISHANSAR → GADSAR VIA GADSAR PASS
Trek beside Kishansar Lake Steep climb towards Gadsar Pass Highest point of the trek Descend towards the emerald waters of Gadsar Lake Trek Details Distance: ~14 km Duration: 8–9 hrs Maximum Altitude Gadsar Pass: ~13,750 ft Camp Altitude Gadsar Lake: ~12,250 ft
GADSAR → SATSAR
Gentle meadow walks Rocky alpine terrain Cross army checkpoint near Satsar Reach the interconnected Satsar lakes Trek Details Distance: ~12 km Duration: 6–7 hrs Altitude ~12,000 ft
SATSAR → GANGABAL TWIN LAKES VIA ZAJ PASS
Final major climb of the trek Cross Zaj Pass First views of Gangabal & Nundkol lakes Descend into twin lake basin beneath Mt Harmukh Trek Details Distance: ~11 km Duration: 6–7 hrs Maximum Altitude Zaj Pass: ~13,400 ft Camp Altitude Gangabal: ~11,500 ft
GANGABAL → NARANAG → SRINAGAR
Long descent through pine forests Pass Gujjar settlements & meadows Reach Naranag roadhead Drive back to Srinagar Trek Details Distance: ~11 km Duration: 6–7 hrs DriveN aranag → Srinagar: ~70 km
Other Notes:
- Any changes in pick-up location or timings
- will be communicated in advance.
- Good fitness is mandatory (we will assist
- you here)
- Long trekking hours involved
- Weather in Kashmir changes rapidly
- Nights can be cold
- Mobile network becomes almost nil, after
- basecamp
Terms and Condition
The booking amount is non-refundable, as it is used to secure essential reservations in advance. If the cancellation is made 30 days or more before the trip start date, 50% of the total trip cost will be charged. Remaining will be carry forwarded. If the cancellation is made 15–30 days before the trip start date, 75% of the total trip cost will be charged. Remaining will be carry forwarded. If the cancellation is made within 0–15 days before the trip start date, 100% of the total trip cost will be charged.
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18 Jul - 24 Jul 2026
Book by 16 Jul 2026
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