Vishansar Lake and Krishansar Lake Trek Package
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Quick Information TrekRegion: Kashmir
Duration: 07 Days 06 Nights Grade: Moderate Max Altitude: 12,767 ft Approx Trekking: 45 kms Activities: Trekking, Camping and Houseboat Distance Trekked Each Day: 8 to 9 km Destinations: Srinagar, Dal Lake, Sonamarg, Nichnai, Vishansar Lake, Krishansar Lake, Srinagar. |
Destinations Details: Srinagar, Dal Lake, Sonamarg, Nichnai, Vishansar Lake, Krishansar Lake, Srinagar.
Dal Lake is a lake in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the "Jewel in the crown of Kashmir" or "Srinagar's Jewel". The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting.
Sonamarg means a 'meadow of gold'. The most important township in the fertile Sind valley, Sonamarg is the last major township in Kashmir on the road to Ladakh. Sonamarg is also the staging point for some of the most popular treks in the higher altitudes.
The most popular trek originating from Sonamarg is the Vishansar and Krishansar Trek. It covers the lakes of, Vishansar Lake and Kishansar Lake.
Sonamarg means a 'meadow of gold'. The most important township in the fertile Sind valley, Sonamarg is the last major township in Kashmir on the road to Ladakh. Sonamarg is also the staging point for some of the most popular treks in the higher altitudes.
The most popular trek originating from Sonamarg is the Vishansar and Krishansar Trek. It covers the lakes of, Vishansar Lake and Kishansar Lake.
Day 01: Arrival Srinagar and Mughal Gardens Tour
Day 02: Srinagar drive toward Sonamarg (90 km)
Day 03: Trek from Sonamarg to Nichnai (via Shekdur) (9 to 10 km, 6 Hours)
Day 04: Trek from Nichnai to Vishansar Lake (13 km, 7 Hours)
Day 05: Acclimatization Day in Vishansar Lake and Krishansar Lake
Day 06: Trek from Vishansar to Sonamarg ( 22 Km, 8 Hours) and then drive towards Srinagar (90 km)
Day 07: Departure, Transfer to Srinagar Airport
Day 02: Srinagar drive toward Sonamarg (90 km)
Day 03: Trek from Sonamarg to Nichnai (via Shekdur) (9 to 10 km, 6 Hours)
Day 04: Trek from Nichnai to Vishansar Lake (13 km, 7 Hours)
Day 05: Acclimatization Day in Vishansar Lake and Krishansar Lake
Day 06: Trek from Vishansar to Sonamarg ( 22 Km, 8 Hours) and then drive towards Srinagar (90 km)
Day 07: Departure, Transfer to Srinagar Airport
Day 01:- Arrival Srinagar - Mughal Gardens Tour
Day Highlights Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake and Houseboat
Day Details On arrival at Srinagar, you will meet our representative at the airport and transfer to Deluxe Houseboat. Afternoon Visit famous Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar Cheshma Shahi) & Shankaracharaya Temple) & Old and New Srinagar city, overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 02: Srinagar drive toward Sonamarg (90 km)
Day Highlights After breakfast drive towards Sonamarg
Day Details After breakfast we will drive to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque country side drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region. From Kangan, we will drive towards Mammar, famous for its trout farm and stopover for a warm cup of tea before we head towards Sonamarg. We will once again alight from our vehicles at the tourist spot of Gagangir. The spot is built in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island with snow glaciers covering one or the other spot. After reaching to Sonamarg, will set up tents for overnight stay, after that you can have walk around the Sonamarg.
Day 03: Sonamarg to Nichnai via Shekdur (9 to 10 km)
Day Highlights 6 hour Trek, Sindh River, Evergreen Pine and Maple Trees
Day Details Today will be first day of this enthralling Kashmir short trek! After having breakfast at the guesthouse, start with a 3-4 km trek from the Sonamarg and reach a roadside eatery, from where you can bag up all the required commodities for the day. Here onwards, the trek will be a gradual one and alongside the Sindh River, it will take you through maple and pine forests. Completing the hike through the forests, you will be rewarded with the stunning views of the Sonamarg Valley and pictorial streams.
Here onwards, the trek will descend down and will take you to the snow-covered Shekdur Range. Relax around the vicinity for a while before you start trekking towards the Nichnai, which is located at around 11,500 ft above the sea level. Upon arrival in Nichnai, check-in into the campsite; dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 04: Nichnai to Vishansar Lake (13 km)
Day Highlights 8 Hours Trek, Nichnai Pass, Himalayan Range, Vishansar Lake
Day Details Starting early in the morning; around 08:00 AM, start the trek towards the Nichnai Pass and enjoy the stunning views of the lush valleys and the untouched beauty of the region. Hereafter, cross the river and continue hiking through the banks of the river and arrive at the Nichnai Pass or the Vishansar Berry. Arriving at the pass, which is located 12,767 ft above the sea level, witness and enjoy the meticulous beauty of the pass and the snow-covered peaks all around it.
Hereafter, the trek will undergo a steep descend and will lead you to a pictorial meadow of colorful flowers; while on this trek, you can also catch glimpses of a cascade that finally joins a river. Here onwards, continue with the hike and upon arriving a flat valley, continue towards its end and arrive at the campsite. Gazing on the left of this trail, you can also behold captivating views of the Himalayan Range and also the Vishansar Lake; overnight stay in the camp.
Day 05: Acclimatization day in Vishansar and Krishansar
Day Highlights Acclimatize yourself to the weather and rest at Vishansar
Day Details This day of the Lakes in Kashmir Trek would be a light one as you acclimatize yourself to the weather and rest at Vishansar and visit to Krishansar Lake; overnight stay in the camp.
Day 06: Trek from Vishansar to Sonamarg (22 km, 8 hours)
Day Highlights Trek Ends Here and Back to Srinagar for Night Stay.
Day Details On your final day of the Kashmir Short Trek, start from the Vishansar camp, ramble on grassy land dotted with yellow flowers and pine forest. Descend and reach Sonamarg, the last leg of your trek. Reach Sonamarg Village in Ganderbal District. Be driven back to Srinagar and unwind in houseboat for the night.
Day 07: Departure, Transfer to Srinagar Airport
Day Highlights Package Ends Here.
Day Details After a late morning breakfast, we will drive to the airport for your flight home. On your way to the airport you can make a brief stopover for some last minute shopping in the city center. At the airport the driver will assist you with the luggage and will later drop you at the terminal.
Day Highlights Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake and Houseboat
Day Details On arrival at Srinagar, you will meet our representative at the airport and transfer to Deluxe Houseboat. Afternoon Visit famous Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar Cheshma Shahi) & Shankaracharaya Temple) & Old and New Srinagar city, overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 02: Srinagar drive toward Sonamarg (90 km)
Day Highlights After breakfast drive towards Sonamarg
Day Details After breakfast we will drive to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque country side drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region. From Kangan, we will drive towards Mammar, famous for its trout farm and stopover for a warm cup of tea before we head towards Sonamarg. We will once again alight from our vehicles at the tourist spot of Gagangir. The spot is built in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island with snow glaciers covering one or the other spot. After reaching to Sonamarg, will set up tents for overnight stay, after that you can have walk around the Sonamarg.
Day 03: Sonamarg to Nichnai via Shekdur (9 to 10 km)
Day Highlights 6 hour Trek, Sindh River, Evergreen Pine and Maple Trees
Day Details Today will be first day of this enthralling Kashmir short trek! After having breakfast at the guesthouse, start with a 3-4 km trek from the Sonamarg and reach a roadside eatery, from where you can bag up all the required commodities for the day. Here onwards, the trek will be a gradual one and alongside the Sindh River, it will take you through maple and pine forests. Completing the hike through the forests, you will be rewarded with the stunning views of the Sonamarg Valley and pictorial streams.
Here onwards, the trek will descend down and will take you to the snow-covered Shekdur Range. Relax around the vicinity for a while before you start trekking towards the Nichnai, which is located at around 11,500 ft above the sea level. Upon arrival in Nichnai, check-in into the campsite; dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 04: Nichnai to Vishansar Lake (13 km)
Day Highlights 8 Hours Trek, Nichnai Pass, Himalayan Range, Vishansar Lake
Day Details Starting early in the morning; around 08:00 AM, start the trek towards the Nichnai Pass and enjoy the stunning views of the lush valleys and the untouched beauty of the region. Hereafter, cross the river and continue hiking through the banks of the river and arrive at the Nichnai Pass or the Vishansar Berry. Arriving at the pass, which is located 12,767 ft above the sea level, witness and enjoy the meticulous beauty of the pass and the snow-covered peaks all around it.
Hereafter, the trek will undergo a steep descend and will lead you to a pictorial meadow of colorful flowers; while on this trek, you can also catch glimpses of a cascade that finally joins a river. Here onwards, continue with the hike and upon arriving a flat valley, continue towards its end and arrive at the campsite. Gazing on the left of this trail, you can also behold captivating views of the Himalayan Range and also the Vishansar Lake; overnight stay in the camp.
Day 05: Acclimatization day in Vishansar and Krishansar
Day Highlights Acclimatize yourself to the weather and rest at Vishansar
Day Details This day of the Lakes in Kashmir Trek would be a light one as you acclimatize yourself to the weather and rest at Vishansar and visit to Krishansar Lake; overnight stay in the camp.
Day 06: Trek from Vishansar to Sonamarg (22 km, 8 hours)
Day Highlights Trek Ends Here and Back to Srinagar for Night Stay.
Day Details On your final day of the Kashmir Short Trek, start from the Vishansar camp, ramble on grassy land dotted with yellow flowers and pine forest. Descend and reach Sonamarg, the last leg of your trek. Reach Sonamarg Village in Ganderbal District. Be driven back to Srinagar and unwind in houseboat for the night.
Day 07: Departure, Transfer to Srinagar Airport
Day Highlights Package Ends Here.
Day Details After a late morning breakfast, we will drive to the airport for your flight home. On your way to the airport you can make a brief stopover for some last minute shopping in the city center. At the airport the driver will assist you with the luggage and will later drop you at the terminal.
Cost Includes
Cost Excludes
Tour Ends But Sweet Memories Remains Always.
Please don't hesitate to contact us for any kind of travel inquiries for Kashmir and beyond its borders.
Let us to wish you a pleasant time, and hope to see you in Kashmir soon!
From all of us invite you to join hands for Love and Peace.
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- 02 Nights accommodation at Srinagar in Houseboat.
- 04 Nights accommodation at Mountain in Tents.
- Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon tea & Dinner.
- Free WiFi in Houseboat only.
- Trek equipment's like Sleeping bag, mattress, tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, trekking permits, first aid medical kits and oxygen cylinder, qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
- All transfers and sightseeing by Exclusive car as per Itinerary.
Cost Excludes
- Air fare.
- Medical Insurance.
- Any other expenses of personal nature.
- Entry at Mughal Gardens.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head
- Mineral Water/Soft Drinks/Hard drinks, Laundry, and Tips etc.
Tour Ends But Sweet Memories Remains Always.
Please don't hesitate to contact us for any kind of travel inquiries for Kashmir and beyond its borders.
Let us to wish you a pleasant time, and hope to see you in Kashmir soon!
From all of us invite you to join hands for Love and Peace.
A waiting for your positive reply.
