Kashmir, India
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
Vishansar · Gadsar · Gangabal
4.9(97 sample reviews)TrekModerate+Friends
- Duration
- 8D / 7N
- Difficulty
- Moderate+
- Group size
- 12–16 trekkers
- Best season
- Jul – Sep
- Pickup / drop
- Srinagar → Srinagar
- Max altitude
- 4,200 m
Overview
One of India's most scenic treks — a chain of high-altitude lakes beneath Harmukh and Kolahoi.
- Seven alpine lakes in a week
- Camp beside Gangabal
- Meadows of wildflowers
- Gadsar pass at 4,200 m
Route: Srinagar → Sonamarg → Vishansar → Gadsar → Gangabal → Naranag
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Srinagar to Sonamarg to ShitkadiTrek begins
Drive to Sonamarg and trek to Shitkadi meadows.
- Trek begins
- Meals
- Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 2,800 m
Day2Shitkadi to NichnaiOver Nichnai pass
Cross the pass at 4,100 m into the lakes region.
- Over Nichnai pass
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,500 m
Day3Nichnai to Vishansar & KishansarTwin lakes
Walk past Vishansar and Kishansar lakes.
- Twin lakes
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,700 m
Day4Kishansar to GadsarThe highest pass of the trek
Cross Gadsar pass at 4,200 m.
- The highest pass of the trek
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,650 m
Day5Gadsar to SatsarSeven small lakes
A shorter day through meadows and lakes.
- Seven small lakes
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,700 m
Day6Satsar to GangabalBeneath Harmukh
Trek to the twin lakes of Gangabal and Nundkol.
- Beneath Harmukh
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,600 m
Day7Gangabal to NaranagDescend
Descend to Naranag village and drive to Srinagar.
- Descend
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Hotel in Srinagar
- Altitude
- 2,200 m
Day8DepartureSrinagar
Transfer to Srinagar airport.
- Srinagar
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- —
What’s included
- Stays7 nights in guesthouses and trek camps
- MealsAll meals on the trek, breakfast at base
- Base-camp transfersPick-up and drop at the base point
- Certified trek leaderTrek leader, guides and support staff
- PermitsForest, camping and trek permits
- Safety kitOxygen cylinder, first aid and emergency evacuation plan
Not included
- Travel to and from the base point
- Porter / mule charges for personal luggage
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
What to pack
- Trekking shoes (broken in) and gaiters
- Three warm layers and a rain shell
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
- 2 L hydration setup
- Personal medication
- ID proof
Good to know
- Stay
- 7 nights in handpicked stays on twin or triple sharing.
- Transport
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, with an experienced local driver.
- Meeting point
- Srinagar — your trip captain holds a BYKO board. Exact timings are shared a week before departure.
- Age group
- 16–45 years
- Itinerary order can change due to weather, road or permit conditions.
- Prices, availability and seat counts shown are demonstration values.
Cancellation: Free reschedule up to 30 days before departure; staged cancellation charges after that. (Placeholder terms — see the cancellation policy page.) Full policy
Upcoming departures
Next dates: 01 Aug 2027 · 15 Aug 2027 · 29 Aug 2027. Pick one in the booking card.
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time travellers?
Difficulty is rated "Moderate+". Our trip captain briefs the group every morning and adjusts the pace so everyone is comfortable.
What is the group size?
We keep groups small — 12–16 trekkers. That means faster check-ins, better conversations and more flexibility on the road.
Can I customise this itinerary?
Yes. For private groups, couples or families we can tailor dates, stays and activities. Send an enquiry from the Custom Trips page or call us.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms depend on how close to departure you cancel. See the cancellation policy page for the (placeholder) schedule used in this demo.
Traveller reviews
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Meera K.
Aug 2025
“Every detail felt considered, but nothing felt over-planned. Exactly how travel should be.”
Rohan & Mira
Aug 2025
“The best kind of luxury is having someone else handle the details while you enjoy the view.”
Nisha P.
Mar 2025
“A beautifully paced escape with the right mix of planning, freedom and surprise.”
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