Kashmir Great Lakes Trek

Arrive at Srinagar airport by 12:00 hours and meet the operator. You will be driven to the campsite in Sonamarg where evening snacks will be served to you. Spend time relaxing at your campsite. Post-dinner, retire to your tents at the campsite in Sonamarg.

Overnight in tents at Sonamarg campsite.

Transfer from Srinagar to Sonamarg. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include lunch and dinner.

The first day of your trek is a combination of ascending and descending trails. You will be passing through green meadows, forests abound with Maple, Pine and Bhoj trees. You will reach Nichnai by late afternoon. Overnight at a campsite in Nichnai.

Overnight in tents at Nichnai campsite.

Trek to Nichnai. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis.

Today, you will start your trek early as it's a long walk through meadows. You will approach Vishansar lake via Nichnai Pass and witness the changes in scenery along the way. Vishansar lake is a beautiful Alpine lake amidst the snow-clad mountains. You will be camping at the banks of Vishansar lake.

Overnight in tents at Vishansar campsite.

Trek to Vishansar Lake. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

It's the lake exploration day today. Explore the two magnificent Alpine lakes: Vishansar and Kishansar. Kishansar, the lake famous for trout fishing, is located just 2 km away from Vishankar. These lakes offer a perfect background for stunning pictures. You'll return back to Vishansar lake by evening and camp beside the lake.

Overnight in tents at Vishansar campsite.

HIke to Kishansar Lake and return to Vishansar for the night. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

After breakfast, start trekking upwards to the ridge, followed by a steep descent and a walk through the meadows. On the way to Gadsar lake via Gadsar pass, you will see plenty of small lakes and snowy peaks, and your trail will be flanked by lush meadows. At night, you will camp at the banks of Gadsar lake.

Overnight in tents at Gadsar campsite.

Trek to Gadsar Lake. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Your destination for today is Satsar lake. Satsar is a group of seven interconnected lakes located in a narrow alpine valley stretching from north to south. The lakes drain out into Wagnath Nallah, which is a tributary of the Sind. You'll camp by the lake for the night.

Overnight in tents at Satsar campsite.

Trek to Satsar Lake. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Today's trail is mostly downwards and is abound by huge boulders, followed by a pleasant hike through the meadows. The view of the twin lakes, Gangabal and Nundkol is absolutely fascinating from the top. Camp beside Gangabal lake for the night.

Overnight in tents at Gangabal campsite.

Trek to Gangabal Lake. You will be staying in Alpine tents on twin/triple sharing basis. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The trail on the last day is a steep descent through the pine forests and meadows full of yellow flowers. You will reach the roadhead of Naranag. Drop-off to Srinagar airport will be arranged by the operator. Your Kashmir Great Lakes trek ends here.

Your trip ends today.

Trek to Naranag. Meals for today include breakfast and lunch only.

Please note that this day will be utilized in case of bad weather and any unexpected delays during the trek.

Today is a buffer day for your trek.

No meals will be offered today. You are supposed to buy meals at your own expense.