The Kashmir Great Lakes (KGL) Trek is one of the most stunning and scenic treks in India, located in the Kashmir Valley. It takes you through lush meadows, snow-capped peaks, and a series of breathtaking alpine lakes, each more beautiful than the last.
Max Altitude:- 13,750 ft (4,190 m).
Approx. Trekking Km :- 72 Km.
Grade :- Moderate to Difficult
Duration : 10 Days and 09 Nights
Dates :
Batch 1 : 19 to 27 July 2025 (ex Srinagar)
Why to Trek with Us?
– Professional assistance starting from Mumbai.
– One to one meeting before trek for preparation.
– Small group size for better service & more safety
– Practice trek in Sahyadri before your actual trek.
– Experienced / Certified team of leaders from Mumbai & Skilled Local person/guide with every group.
– Service assurance.
Cost : Rs.21,900/- (Srinagar to Srinagar)
Trek Highlights:
– Meadows & Valleys
– The Green Meadow and Wildflowers of Nichnai and Shekdur
– High-Altitude Passes: Nichinai Pass, Gadsar pass. Zaj
– Pass offers a mesmerizing vista of Mt. Harmukh, accompanied by its renowned lakes – Gangabal and Nundkol.
– Alpine Lakes: Vishansar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, Gangbal, Nandkol
– Twin lakes of Gangbal and Nandkol: Largest of the seven lakes
Includes:
● 8N Accommodation (2 Nights Hotel Stay in Srinagar and 06 nights tent stay during trek on Triple sharing basis)
● Meals: All veg meals (6 Breakfast, 5 Lunch , 6 Dinner)
● Transport Services as per the Itinerary & package
● Permits charges
● Camping charges
● Safety equipment and first Aids (Gaiters, Micro Spikes, and Rope if required)
● Camping logistics: Tent, Sleeping bags, Mattresses, Dining tent, Toilet tent
● Experienced & professional trek leaders (From Mumbai)
Excludes:
● Any expenses of personal nature.
● pickup and drop from Airport.
● Meals during transit.
● Porter /Mules to carry personal luggage (offloading charges)
● Insurance of any kind.
● Cost (if Buffer day used during trek): Rs 2500 per day (to be collected by Trek Leader on spot)
● Any fees and permits (for non-Indians).
● Unscheduled delay due to a landslide.
● Cost escalation due to “Force Majeure and Evacuation charges”.
● Anything not mentioned explicitly in the above program.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Reach Srinagar a day before for Acclimatization
Day 02: Drive to Sonamarg- Shitkadi camp
Day 03: Shitkadi camp To Nichinai Via Shekdur
Day 04: Nichnai to Vishansar Lake
Day 05: Vishansar to Gadsar via Kishansar Lake & Gadsar Pass (13,750 ft)
Day 06: Gadsar to Satsar Lakes (12,000 ft)
Day 07: Satsar to Gangbal & Nundkol Lakes via Zach Pass (13,400 ft)
Day 08: Gangbal to Naranag (7,450 ft) → Drive to Srinagar
Day 09: Buffer Day / Srinagar Self Exploration
Day 10: Departure for Hometown
Note: Airport pickup and drop-off are not included, as they depend on your flight schedule. However, they can be arranged on the same day at an additional cost.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Reach Srinagar
Reach Srinagar Hotel. Acclimatization Day or Self exploration
Day 2: Drive from Srinagar to Sonamarg
Altitude: 2730m
Drive Duration: 3-4 hours
Drive Distance: 83 km
Pick-up Point: Pickup Location: Nishat Garden, Near Dal Lake
Transport Arrangement: Departure at 08:00 am from pick-up point
Meal : Dinner
Day 3: Shitkadi camp to Nichinai Via Shekdur
Altitude: Nichinai 3,500 m/ 11,500 ft.
Shekdur 3,350 m/ 11,000 ft.
Trek Distance: 11 km | 8 hrs.
Altitude Gain: 900 m/ 3,000 ft.
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Nichinai to Vishansar Lake via Nichinai pass
Altitude:Vishansar 3,650 m/ 12,000 ft
Nichinai pass 4,000 m/ 13,100 ft.
Trek Distance: 12 km | 7 hr.
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Vishansar Lake to Gadsar Lake Via Gadsar Pass
Altitude:
Gadsar 3,350 m/ 11,000 ft
Gadsar pass 4,200 m/ 13,750 ft.
Trek Distance:14 km | 10 hrs.
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Gadsar to Satsar
Altitude: 3,650 m/ 12000 ft.
Distance: 9 km | 6 hrs.
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Satsar to Gangabal Twin Lakes Via Zaj Pass
Altitude:
Gangabal 3,500 m/ 11,500 ft
Zaj pass 3,950 m/ 13,000 ft.
Trek Distance: 11 km | Duration: 6 hours approx.
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Gangabal to Naranag, Drive To Srinagar
Altitude: 2,250 m/ 7,450 ft.
Trek Distance: 15 km | 7 hrs approx.
overnight stay at Srinagar
Meal : Breakfast
Day 9: Buffer Day/Srinagar Self Exploration
This day can either serve as a buffer day in the itinerary or be dedicated to exploring Srinagar.
Day 10: Departure
Leave on time for Srinagar airport to board your flight to your Hometown with Memories for Lifetime.
Things to carry :
- 1 Big Backpack 30 to 50 Ltr. & 1 Day bag (10 to 20 L) with Rain Cover
- Walking Pole – (Optional but advisable) Also available on rent on prior notice
- Dry Snacks – Energy Bars / Dry Fruits etc.
- Torch with Extra Cell – Mandatory
- Water Bottle / Hydration Bag
- Rainwear- Waterproof Jacket & Pant / Poncho.
- Trekking Shoes with Good Grip
- Breathable Socks – 4 Pairs
- Sandals/Sleepers (as per your requirement)
- Insulation – Down Jacket & Sweater.
- Personal Clothing & quick dry towel (quick dry material preferable)
- T-shirt / Quick Dry Pants / Lowers/Under Garments etc. (Avoid Shorts and fitting denims / Capris)
- Thermal Inners – 2 Pair
- Bandana / Buff / Balaclava & Earplugs
- Personal Medical Kit – Please consult your Family Doctor and bring with you
- Waterproof Gloves
- Hand Sanitizer – Cold Cream – Moisturizer – Antibacterial Powder – Lip Balm- Insect repellent
- Sun Screen Cream – Hat – eye shade/Sun Glasses
- Toilet paper/ toiletry kit/ Hygienic kit
- Cell phone with Charger, Power Bank
- Cash/ Credit/Debit card(as per your requirement)
To book your seat:
– Just pay 14,900 Rs. for reserved Your Slot !
– Remaining Advance payment i.e. Rs. 5,000 /- 2 month prior tour
– Remaining Advance payment i.e. Rs. 5,000 /- 1 month prior tour
You can call us personally for more details about installments, refund policy & other information.
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Terms & Condition:
1) Kindly inform about your medical issue in advance, if any.
2) Participants will be responsible for their own belongings and health issues.
3) Avoid wearing gold or other costly jewelry.
4) Smoking and Drinking during trek are strictly prohibited. Organisers are not going to tolerate such acts.
5) Keep in mind we are going for Backpacking, so maintain the discipline and follow leader’s instructions for your own safety.
6) Trip leader’s decision will be final and binding.
Save Tours (organizers) reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plan without prior notice.
7) In case, due to some unavoidable conditions (like natural disaster, change in government or local authorities policy etc) the event gets cancelled before/on the event date or during trek, Trek fees will be refunded except nominal expenses which are already spent till that point.
8) Save tours will not responsible for any injury, death, property damage or loss resulting there from during trekking and travelling.
9) Save tours will not responsible if participants suffered from any medical issue post trekking and travelling.
10) Note : If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rains, earthquake, landslides, strike/bandh etc.), Organisers are not responsible and will not give any refund.
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