Overview
The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is one of the most scenic alpine lake treks in India, offering a breathtaking journey through Kashmir’s pristine meadows, snow-capped peaks, and a series of stunning high-altitude lakes. This trek takes you across dramatic landscapes, from lush valleys and shepherd trails to rocky ridges and glacial-fed lakes like Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, Gangbal, and Nundkol. The trail showcases the true beauty of Kashmir, making it a dream trek for nature lovers and adventure seekers. With moderate to challenging terrain and long trekking days, it is best suited for fit trekkers with prior trekking experience.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi → Srinagar
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey or flight arrangement to Srinagar
Meals: Not included
Day 1
Srinagar → Sonamarg → Nichnai
- Early morning arrival in Srinagar
- Freshen up and breakfast
- Drive to Sonamarg trek starting point
- Begin trek towards Nichnai campsite
- Lunch during the trek
- Dinner and overnight stay in tents
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 2
Nichnai → Vishansar Lake
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek towards Nichnai Pass
- Descend into the Vishansar valley
- Reach Vishansar Lake by afternoon
- Lunch near the lake
- Evening at leisure exploring the surroundings
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 3
Vishansar → Gadsar
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek past Krishansar Lake
- Ascend towards Gadsar Pass
- Descend to Gadsar Lake
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach campsite by afternoon
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 4
Gadsar → Satsar
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek through remote alpine terrain
- Walk past multiple small lakes of Satsar
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Satsar campsite by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 5
Satsar → Gangbal & Nundkol Lakes
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek towards Zajibal Pass
- Descend to the twin lakes Gangbal and Nundkol
- Spectacular views of Mount Harmukh
- Lunch near the lakes
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 6
Gangbal → Naranag → Srinagar
- Early morning breakfast
- Long descent towards Naranag village
- Lunch during descent
- Drive back to Srinagar
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7
Srinagar → Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Begin return journey to Delhi
- Lunch en route
- Arrival in Delhi late night or early morning, tentative
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Visit multiple high-altitude alpine lakes
Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, Gangbal, and Nundkol
Traverse high mountain passes like Nichnai and Gadsar Pass
Lush meadows and dramatic Himalayan landscapes
Views of Mount Harmukh
One of India’s most scenic multi-day treks
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi