{"product_id":"kashmir-great-lakes-trek-6night-7day","title":"Kashmir Great Lakes 6night 7 days","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrek Overview: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eKashmir Great Lakes (KGL) Trek is widely regarded as\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e“Prettiest Trek in India” and for good reason. This 8-day trek is a high-altitude\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eodyssey that takes adventurers through a surreal landscape of turquoise alpine lakes,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ejagged mountain passes and sprawling wildflower meadows. Stretching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eapproximately 75 kilometers, this trek offers a rare glimpse into the pristine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ewilderness of Kashmir Valley, far beyond reach of motorized roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9012\/9036\/files\/6981c1f264baf_jpg.webp?v=1777142062\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJourney begins with a scenic drive from Srinagar to Shitkadi, basecamp located\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003enear Sonamarg. At an initial altitude of 2,378 meters, this serves as gateway to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003erugged interior. Real challenge commences on Day 2 as trekkers ascend to Nichnai,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003enavigating a sharp incline to 3,538 meters. This section sets the tone for trek,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003etransitioning from lush forests to dramatic, rocky landscapes of higher Himalayas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA defining feature of KGL itinerary is crossing of three formidable high-altitude\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003epasses, each acting as a portal to a new valley: Nichnai Pass (4,032 m), Gadsar Pass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e(4,180 m) and Zaj Pass (4,047 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMidway through trek, landscape shifts toward isolated plateaus of Satsar, a\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ecollection of seven interconnected lakes. This stretch offers a moment of reflection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eand a slightly gentler pace before final push toward Gangabal twin lakes. The buffer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eday included in the itinerary at Nund Kol is a crucial inclusion, allowing trekkers to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eeither recuperate or explore base of Mount Harmukh, ensuring experience is as much\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eabout connection with nature as it is about physical endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis trek concludes with a steep but rewarding descent from high-altitude silence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eof Nund Kol back to ancient village of Naranag. Dropping nearly 1,200 meters, trail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003epasses through dense pine forests before meeting civilization of valley floor. From\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ehere, a short drive returns travelers to comforts of Srinagar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Itinerary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 1: Srinagar → Shitkadi (Sonamarg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Drive: ~75 km | 3 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Altitude: ~7,800 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Acclimatization briefing\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 2: Shitkadi → Nichnai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Start Altitude: 7,800 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Pass: ~13,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Elevation Gain: ~5,500–6,000 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~11–12 km\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 7–9 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 3: Nichnai → Vishansar Lake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Camp Altitude: ~11,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Pass: ~13,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Elevation Gain: ~2,000 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~11–12 km\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 6–8 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp (Lakeside)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 4: Vishansar → Gadsar → Satsar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Gadsar Pass: ~13,700–13,800 ft (Highest Point)\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Elevation Gain: ~1,700 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Descent: ~1,700 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~14–15 km (Longest Day)\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 7–9 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 5: Gadsar → Satsar Lakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Altitude: ~12,000–12,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Elevation Gain: ~500–700 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~9–10 km\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 5–6 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Army checkpoint crossing\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 6: Satsar → Gangbal via Zaj Pass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Zaj Pass: ~13,400–13,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Elevation Gain: ~1,000–1,200 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Descent: ~2,000 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~11–12 km\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 6–8 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Stay: Camp (Gangbal Lake)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 7: Gangbal → Naranag → Srinagar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Altitude: ~11,500 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Total Descent: ~4,000 ft\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Distance: ~11–13 km\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Time: 6–8 hrs\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Drive to Srinagar\u003cbr\u003e•⁠  ⁠Trip ends (No hotel stay)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 8: Departure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•⁠  ⁠Self departure from Srinagar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9012\/9036\/files\/trekkersofindia_20210615_0_png.webp?v=1777142200\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WannaHike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47797071052940,"sku":null,"price":18999.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9012\/9036\/files\/6981c1f264baf_jpg.webp?v=1777142062","url":"https:\/\/wannahike.in\/products\/kashmir-great-lakes-trek-6night-7day","provider":"WannaHike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}