Moderate–Difficult
Jammu & Kashmir
Kolahoi Glacier Trek
The Kolahoi Glacier Trek is a moderate-to-challenging 6-day route from Aru Valley near Pahalgam to Kashmir's largest glacier at 4,100 m.
6 days 5,425 mJul – Sep
Region · India
Kashmir
Alpine lakes & turquoise meadows
Kashmir's high-altitude meadow treks are unrivalled in India. The Great Lakes trek alone draws trekkers from around the world.
5
Treks documented
1
Beginner routes
Jul – Sep
Peak season
Varies by trek
Permits
Alpine lakes & turquoise meadows
Why trek in Kashmir?
The high meadows of Kashmir are simply unrivalled in India. The Great Lakes trek strings together a chain of turquoise alpine lakes below jagged peaks, and Tarsar Marsar delivers the same beauty with far fewer people. Lush pasture, wildflowers and a short but spectacular summer window make Kashmir the country's premier destination for meadow and lake trekking.
Top treks in Kashmir
Moderate–Difficult
Jammu & Kashmir
Naranag Gangabal Trek
The Naranag Gangabal Trek is a 4–5 day moderate-difficult alpine trek in Kashmir, covering ~26–30 km from Naranag (2,150 m) to Gangabal Lake (3,570 m).
5 days 3,570 mJul – Sep
BeginnerEasy–Moderate
Jammu & Kashmir
Doodhpathri Trek
The Doodhpathri trek is an easy-to-moderate alpine meadow trek in Budgam, Kashmir, 42 km from Srinagar, rising to ~3,100 m.
3 days 3,100 mJul – Sep
Difficult
Jammu & Kashmir
Warwan Valley Trek
The Warwan Valley trek is an 85–100 km, 8–10 day difficult trek through the Pir Panjal ranges of J&K, reaching 2,900m to 4,800m elevation.
9 days 4,800 mJul – Sep
Moderate–Difficult
Jammu & Kashmir
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is an 8-day, 72 km moderate-difficult route from Sonamarg to Naranag, crossing 7 alpine lakes and 4 passes up to 4,191 m, open July-mid-September.
8 days 4,191 mJul – Sep
Compare treks in Kashmir
How the top Kashmir treks compare on difficulty, duration, season and altitude.
| Trek | Difficulty | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kolahoi Glacier Trek | Moderate–Difficult | 6 days |
| Naranag Gangabal Trek | Moderate–Difficult | 5 days |
| Doodhpathri Trek | Easy–Moderate | 3 days |
| Warwan Valley Trek | Difficult | 9 days |
| Kashmir Great Lakes Trek | Moderate–Difficult | 8 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
TrekYatra documents 5 treks across Kashmir, each with a detailed route breakdown, permits, cost estimates, and live trail conditions.
When to trek in Kashmir
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Kolahoi Glacier Trek
Jul – Sep
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Naranag Gangabal Trek
Jul – Sep
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Doodhpathri Trek
Jul – Sep
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Warwan Valley Trek
Jul – Sep
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Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
Jul – Sep
Peak trekking months vary by altitude and route. Always check current conditions before departing.
Getting there
Logistics & access points
Delhi
Overnight train or bus to the base towns, around 8 to 12 hours.
Mumbai
Flight to the nearest hub, then a 6 to 10 hour drive.
Bengaluru
Flight to Delhi or Chandigarh, then onward by road.
Chandigarh
The closest hub for most Himachal and Uttarakhand treks.
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