Kashmir Alpine Lakes Trek

Gangabal Trek, 3 Alpine Lakes in lap of 5142 m mountain peak.

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Trek Duration: 3 N 4 D.

Trek Cost: 10300/Person or $ USD 150.

Difficulty Level: Easy + Moderate.

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This Kashmir alpine lakes trek is most amazing and popular one. The trail which covers 2 major alpine lakes of Kashmir great lakes trek. ( Naranag – Gangabal Lake and Nundkol via Budhsheri ).

Nundkol Lake and Gangabal lake trek commonly known as Gangabal Trek. The lakes are among the oligotrophic Alpine lakes of Kashmir and among the best short alpine lakes trek of Kashmir. The difficulty level of this trek is moderate even 20 percent of the trek is just a normal walk. Nundkol and Gangabal lakes are also the most visited Alpine Lakes of Kashmir because the trekking route starts from the famous tourist village Naranag. The frequent hikers can cover the trek just within 8 to 10 hours. The route starts with up ascending trek from the main road of Naranag which leads to gain elevation from the starting point. The trekking route provides mind-blowing views of snow-capped mountains and the sweet water stream flowing parallel to the route makes the trek melodious. After a half-hour trek, trekkers will get into the alpine tree line called Budhsheri, and getting to the top of Budhsheri is considered the toughest part of the trek. The tree line is full of trees like blue pine, cedar, spruce, and a number of herbs. After Crossing the tree line, a breathtaking view of Trundkhol meadow can be seen and which is going to be the first campsite of the trek.

Next-day Morning it is just 2 hours normal trek to Nundkol and Gangabal Lake. These high altitude lakes are located at an elevation of 3575 meters above the sea level, in the lap of Mount Harmukh (5142 meters peak elevation). The fact about this trek is Mt Harmukh is the second-highest mountain peak of Kashmir Valley after Mt. Kolahoi and Gangabal Lake is the second biggest alpine lakes of Kashmir after Kausarnag Lake. At first, we could see only Nundkol lake only and after crossing a small ridge the Gangabal lake could be seen. The Nundkol gets water flow from the outflow of the Gangabal lake and from nearby glaciers. These lakes are the source of Wangath River which flows down towards Naranag and is the home number of fish species including trout fish.

Tarsar Marsar Lakes Trek.

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Trek Duration: 6 N 7 D.

Trek Cost: 13500/Person or $USD 200.

Difficulty Level: Easy + Moderate.

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Covering 4 Alpine lakes of Himalayas. (Tarsar Marsar Lakes, Sundarsar, and Surfesar Lake). Trekking season is limited to all alpine lakes of Kashmir and the same is the case with Tarsar Marsar Lakes trek. The trek to these lakes can be performed from 15 May to late September but the best time to explore is from June to 15 September. Tarsar Marsar Lakes are located in District Anantnag of Jammu and Kashmir (Forest Block Aru). The trekking route starts from Aru Valley which is 14 km away from world-famous hill resort Pahalgam. The trek is known for its natural beauty with rich biodiversity and for its awesome location. This trekking trail provides a spectacular view of snow-clad mountains, glaciers, and pinnacles, passes, rocky barren lands, snow-fed streams.

The trek covers 4 beautiful alpine lakes of Kashmir which are Tarsar, Marsar, Sundersar, and Surfsar. Many operators cover only two lakes only. If you have not done any high altitude trek before and you want to go for a trek which is not that much difficult than Tarsar Marsar Lakes trek is the best to match you. Tarsar Lake is an oligotrophic alpine lake of Kashmir surrounded by the highest Mountain of Jammu And Kashmir state (Mount Kolahoi) from the east and on the southern side, there is Dagchigam National Park. A mountain route from Tarsar lake connects Pahalgam with Sonamarg and Srinagar. Apart from this trek, we offer a trekking trail named Tarsar Marsar Circuit which covers 5 lakes and includes Submit of third highest Mountain Peak of Kashmir which is Mount Mahadev. The Tarsar lake and Kolahoi glacier are the sources of river Lidder which flows through Pahalgam and connects with river Jehlum. Tarsar Lake is situated at an elevation of 13,000 ft with green lush and rocky snow-capped mountains. The trek provides the ultimate blend of adventure and fun while being close to nature. A famous triangular piece of Land named as Lidderwat is an awesome camping site of the trek. Lidderwat is surrounded by the snow-fed river and alpine forests and used as the base camp for Kolahoi Mountain Expedition and for other multi-day treks.

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek.

 5/5

^{Trek Duration: 6 N 7 D.}

^{Cost: 15000/Person or $ USD 200.}

^{Difficulty Level: Moderate.}

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The Most beautiful trek of the Indian Himalayas. A cross over 3 highly elevated mountain passes, Covering 8 Alpine lakes. The most beautiful and popular alpine lakes trek of the Indian Himalayas. When we are talking about Kashmir alpine lakes trek, Great lakes trek is the most beautiful, popular and trending alpine lakes trek in India. Great lakes trek is a name of awesome trekking experience onto the Himalayas of Kashmir. Covering 8+ breathtaking alpine lakes of the Kashmir region. Kashmir great lakes trek is full of psychedelic scenes of mountains peaks, meadows and feelings of distant planet emerges from the heart while witnessing the sunrise and dawn breaking over the alpine lakes. This wonderful trek is listed among the 5 best treks of India.

After crossing the tree line at an elevation of 2000 meters the route of the great lakes trek provide amazing views of cliff valleys, glaciers views with sweet water flowing streams and the meadows which are full of wildflowers. The trek is permitted for trekking purpose only during the right season by the Department of Tourism Jammu and Kashmir. After leaving the tree line behind, trekkers need to go through up ascend trek and cross the Nichnai pass located at an of 4200 meters. From Nichnai pass onward the trek is normal down ascend for the next 1 hour. Trekkers will get into the beautiful valley of Vishansar meadow where the trek difficulty gets normal. Walking through the meadows of Vishansar and through the lap of snow-capped mountains, the route leads to 2 Great Lakes of Kashmir which are Vishansar and Kishansar Lakes. During the trek, the trekkers will be able to explore the best from what Kashmir has to offer in case of natural beauty. Himalayan-Bird provides a well-managed trekking package of 8 nights and 9 days. The package includes a buffer day, ponies to carry the load and other backpacks. The great lakes trek can be performed within 6 days also. But to reduce the difficulty of the trek, the days have been extended which does help trekkers to explore it is a nice way and also helps to have a perfect photo-shoot to collect awesome memories. Guests are advised to view the full deal for further information. .

Kausarnag trek.

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Trek Duration: 5 N 6 D.

Cost: 20000/Person or $USD 300.

Difficulty Level: Moderate.

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The biggest alpine lake of Kashmir with religious importance to the Hindu faith. The lake is located in the lap of the Pir Panjal Mountain range of Kashmir. This Oligotrophic lake is 2 miles long and half-mile in width and located at an elevation of 4000 meters above the sea level. As per the Hindu belief, Kausarnag lake is among worship places of Vishnu. Every year hundreds of Hindu pilgrims trek to this lake and consider the water of this lake as Holy water.

The main water source of Aharbal fall is Kausarnag Lake and the fact is that the outflow of this lake could not be seen but as per experts the water flows under the ground, beneath the rocky terrains. The trekking route to this beautiful lake starts from the famous Aharbal Fall which is 61 km ( 37.96 miles ) away from Srinagar City. The beauty of the trek incorporates natural wonders and some of the best panoramas of Indian Himalayas. This alpine lake of Kashmir also holds the history of Monsters inside it which were later considered as alligator or Himalayan Turtles. No one has seen those living creatures from centuries but few incidents are mentioned in the books related to geography and history of Kashmir. { Historical Geography of Kashmir by Maqbul Ahmad, Raja Bano (1984) }

Sheshnag Lake trek. Easiest Alpine Lake Trek.

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Trek Duration: 3 N 4 D.

Cost: 14000/Person or $USD 220.

Difficulty Level: Easy.

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Great things happen when humans and mountains meet.

Sheshnag in the Sanskrit language means “the King of Snakes” and As per Hindu Mythology, The Sheshnag Lake was made this Giant snake himself and is still living in the same lake. It is an beautiful high altitude oligotrophic lake in laps of Pir- Panchal and Zanskar Himalayan Mountain Ranges. The route to Sheshnag originates from world famous Tourist Hill Resort “Pahalgam” which is 80 Km away from Srinagar ( Main City of Jammu and Kashmir ).

The Lake remains surrounded by snow even during summers and elevation of this Alpine Lakes is 3590 Meters with the length of 1.1 Kilometers and maximum width of 0.7 Km. The route leading to Holy place of Hindu Faith namely Amarnath Cave is the route for Sheshnag Lake too but we need to follow the Amaranth Trail only for 19 Kilometers and the separate trekking route of 4 Km leads to Sheshnag Lake, the total distance of Sheshnag Lake trek 23 Kms from Main Road of Pahalgam and the trek duration is 3 nights and 4 days.

Vishansar and Krishansar Lakes trek. (Twin Alpine Lakes Trek).

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Trek Duration: 4 N 5 D.

Cost: 16000/Person or $USD 240.

Difficulty Level: Easy + Moderate.

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Sonamarg Kashmir is a famous hill resort located 50 miles (80 km) to the northeast of Srinagar City. This destination is popular for various adventurous activities like skiing, paragliding, hiking. This beautiful meadow is also a famous for leisure tours with a number of 3-star hotels. Sonamarg is the most effective and popular way (Base camp) for a number of multi-day and short treks. Vishansar & Krishansar lakes are the most beautiful part of Kashmir great lakes trek and trek to these beautiful lakes also starts from Sonamarg.

The lakes have got the name from Vishnu. As per Hindu belief, Vishnu is the preserver god, he saves the planets from getting destroyed and keeps it going. The lakes are situated at an elevation of 3710 meters and 115 kilometers (71.4577 miles ) away from the Main City of Kashmir (Srinagar). The trek provides beautiful views of rolling meadows rugged mountains and the number of twinkling streams that are flowing parallel to the trekking route. The trekking route remains disconnected from the rest of Kashmir valley for almost 6 to 7 months and still depends upon the weather conditions and scale of snow present on the mountain passes.

Gangabal Trek, 3 Alpine Lakes in lap of 5142 m mountain peak.

Tarsar Marsar Lakes Trek.

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek.

Kausarnag trek.

Sheshnag Lake trek. Easiest Alpine Lake Trek.

Vishansar and Krishansar Lakes trek. (Twin Alpine Lakes Trek).