20/11/2023
Kashmir great lakes trek is one of the most beautiful treks of India. Its is not ideal for the beginners and suggested for experienced trekkers. The trail offers numerous blue alpine lakes and beautiful valleys with crossing 3 high altitude passes. You can also see Nanga Parvat, one of the highest and dangerous peak in the world from the trail on a clear day.
* 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗶𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗸 Itinerary *
Day 1: Pick up from Srinagar TRC at 1 pm and drive to Sitkadi (2,378 mtr / 7,800 ft).
85 Km, 3 hrs by a shared sumo/bolero/similar kind of vehicle.
Day 2: Sh*tkadi (2,378 mtr / 7,800 ft) to Nichnai (3,538 mtr / 11,607 ft) trek. Approx 11.5 Km, 6/7 hrs
Day 3: Nichnai (3,538 mtr / 11,607 ft) to Vishansar Lake (3,661 mtr / 12,011 ft) via Nichnai Pass (4,032 m / 13,229 ft) trek. Approx 13.5 Km, 7/8 hrs
Day 4: Vishansar Lake (3,661 mtr / 12,011 ft) to Gadsar Camp (3,263 mtr / 10,706 ft) via Gadsar Pass (4,180 mtr / 13,715 ft) trek. Approx 16 Km, 8/9 hrs
Day 5: Gadsar Camp (3,263 mtr / 10,706 ft) to Satsar Lake (3,653 mtr / 11,985 ft) trek. Approx 11.5 Km, 4/5 hrs
Day 6: Buffer Day (this day will be used on the trail as and when neccessery)
Day 7: Satsar Lake (3,653 mtr / 11,985 ft) to Gangabal (3,501 mtr / 11,486 ft) via Zaj Pass (4,047 mtr / 13,276 ft) trek. Approx 9 Km, 6/7 hrs
Day 8: Gangabal (3,501 mtr / 11,486 ft) to Naranag (2,378 mtr / 7,800 ft) trek. Approx 13 km 6/7 hrs.
Drive back to Srinagar by car (3 hours journey). You will reach Srinagar by 5 pm. You may book your onward journey accordingly.
*Cost : Srinagar pick up to Srinagar Drop INR 14K per person*
*_Inclusions_* :
* Srinagar to Sitkadi and Naranag to Srinagar transportation in a shared Bolero/Sumo or similar kind of vehicle
* All meals from Day 1 evening till Day 8 Breakfast ( veg + egg). Meals during trek ( Breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks, Dinner ).
* Stay during trek on twin sharing basis in good quality tents
* Tent, Sleeping bag, Mattress, Kitchen tent, Dining Tent, Toilet tent, Kitchen utensils and kitchen equipments
* Mules / Porters to carry central luggage
* Medical kit for common health issues
* All necessary permits and entry fees
* Experienced trek leader and guide
*_Exclusions_*
* Transportation to and from Srinagar, Stay at Srinagar
* All meals during transit
* Any personal or group insurance (Adventure cover insurance is mandatory for this trek)
* Personal Backpack offloading charges ( INR 3000/Bag - your bag should not weigh more than 11 kgs )
* Additional accommodation and food expenses if trek gets delayed due to weather, health or any other reason.
* Expenses for evacuation and rescue operations due to natural calamity, mishaps, injury or any health issues.
* Tips for guide and kitchen staff.
*Anything that is not mentioned under Inclusions
_*Payment terms*_
1. 50% advance payment during trek booking
2. Balance payment before 15 days of Trek start date
*_Cancellations and refund policy_*
1. Cancellations prior to 30 days from the trek start date : 100% money refund
2. Cancellations prior to 15 days from the trek start date : 70% money refund or 100% voucher refund for any of our treks till one year
3. Cancellations prior to 7 days from the trek start date : No cash refund. Transfer your trek (same trek, same batch) to your friend or 100% voucher refund for any of our treks till one year
4. Cancellation within less than 7 days from trek start date, no cash refund or voucher refund.
**In case due to any unforeseen circumstances, if our company cancels the trek before starting, we would refund you your full cash paid amount
Fixed departure batches :
Every Saturday starting from 29th June 2024 till 14th September.