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One of the Himalayas' most beautiful high-altitude walks, threaded through a chain of glacial lakes
The Kashmir Great Lakes trek is a summer walk of rare beauty, linking a string of turquoise glacial lakes cradled between grassy passes and snow-dusted peaks. Setting out from the meadows above Sonmarg, the trail unfolds through wildflower valleys, shepherd camps and mirror-still waters such as Vishansar and Gangbal. It is a moderate-to-challenging trek best attempted between July and early September, when the passes are clear and the meadows are at their greenest. Holiday Vibez arranges the well-travelled route with sensible acclimatisation, so you can savour the scenery rather than worry about logistics.
Fly into Srinagar and drive to Sonmarg. Settle in, meet the trek team, and take a gentle walk to aid acclimatisation before an early night.
Begin the trek, climbing through pine forest and open meadows to the Nichnai valley. A steady first day to find your rhythm on the trail.
Cross the Nichnai Pass and descend to camp beside the beautiful Vishansar lake, with Kishansar close by for evening light.
The most scenic day — climb to Gadsar Pass for panoramic lake views, then descend past flower meadows to the Gadsar camp.
Continue through the Satsar lakes towards Gangbal and Nundkol beneath Mount Harmukh, then wind down and transfer back to Srinagar.
Indicative Kashmir package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):
| Trip Duration | Indicative Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Short trip · 2 Nights / 3 Days | from ₹12,999 |
| 3 Nights / 4 Days | from ₹15,499 |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | from ₹21,999 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | from ₹24,999 |
| 6 Nights / 7 Days | from ₹32,999 |
Indicative starting prices from our current Kashmir packages — your final quote depends on hotels/houseboat, season and flights. Share your dates for an exact, itemised quote.
The Kashmir Great Lakes trek is a classic point-to-point Himalayan walk, usually spread over six to eight days on the trail plus travel days. It rewards walkers with an ever-changing procession of alpine lakes, high passes and green shepherd meadows. Fitness and a head for sustained walking help, but it needs no technical climbing skill. We build in acclimatisation and keep to the standard, well-travelled route.
The trek season runs roughly from July to early September, once the winter snow has melted from the passes and the meadows have greened. Earlier or later, high snow and cold can block the route. Days are pleasant and bright; nights at altitude are cold, so warm layers and a good sleeping bag are essential.
This is domestic travel, so no visa or permit is needed for Indian travellers. Fly to Srinagar (SXR) — direct flights operate from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, with one-stop connections via Delhi from most other cities. From Srinagar it is a scenic drive to Sonmarg, the trailhead.
Prepare with regular cardio and a few practice hikes before you travel. Break in your boots, carry warm layers even in summer for the higher meadows, and stay well hydrated. Mobile signal is patchy in the remote valleys, so let family know your rough itinerary in advance.
Our Kashmir trek packages typically bundle Srinagar transfers, accommodation on non-trek nights, the guided trek arrangement and support on the trail. Flights, personal gear and expenses of a personal nature are usually additional. We monitor conditions and share a detailed kit list once you book.
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