Last Updated on March 31, 2024 by Ali Hamza
Overview
The Kashmir Great Lake Trek, also known as “Gateway to Eden”, is still a stunning place to behold. You’ll find out why in the blog’s second section.
The Great Lake Trek is one of the most popular treks in Kashmir. The Great Lake Trek is a place where beauty is valued so highly that it exceeds any other stunning locations around the world.
It is hard to believe the beauty of these hiking trails.
You can travel through four passes in one day
The Kashmir Great Lake Trek is often called the “Gateway to Eden”, but it’s still beautiful. You’ll find out why in the blog’s last section.
The trail offers many romantic views
The entire trail is filled with stunning views. This means that there are no obstructions to the views. It doesn’t mean that there are any areas of densely populated mountain ranges that might block your view at such high altitudes.
For an unforgettable experience, hike close to the POK border
This trek in Kashmir has stunning views and an exciting section. You might consider hiking near the POK border. This trek takes you through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. It can be either terrifying or amazing. It’s up to you.
Clear blue lakes and snow-capped peaks are abundant
KGL is all about the journey, not the destination. This is a key point to remember about KGL. You will find seven beautiful Kashmiri great lakes and six flower-decorated grasslands. Beauty is a competition.
To have some amazing trekking experience you can also do the kareri lake trek.
View Nanga Parbat, which is the highest elevation face in the world
Nanga Parbat is the highest mountain in the world, also known as “the naked mountain”. It is also the ninth-highest mountain in the world. Due to its extreme vertical relief, the climb to Nanga Parbat can prove fatal. Thrilling, huh?
KGL is an abbreviation that is commonly used for the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek. This is one of the most stunning hikes in all of this amazing country. We will take you on a journey through vast meadows, stunning landscapes, and glistening waters.
When is the best time to travel?
The best months to visit Kashmir’s Great Lakes are July and August. These two months are when the sky is the bluest, and the temperatures are at their highest. This allows trekkers to enjoy the best out of their trip. It remains completely covered with snow from October to April, making it hard to travel through.
Camping in this area is impossible because of this. The average temperature is between 17 and 20° Celsius during the day and 3-5° Celsius at night. Although June and September can be done in a manageable month for trekking, hikers should be ready for temperatures below zero at night and the possibility that they will have to take a day off.
Altitude
At 13,700 feet, the summit of Gadsar Pass is the highest point. You can reach the highest altitude with persistence and determination, but it all depends on the weather. The breathtaking view this altitude provides will forever be part of your memories.
How do I reach Srinagar?
By Air
The Sheik-ul-Alam Airport is located in Srinagar and has good connections to all major Indian cities. There are back-to-back daily flights that depart Delhi every hour and thirty minutes. The most accessible business carriers are Air Asia, SpiceJet, and IndiGo. This is the easiest way to get to Srinagar.
By Train
Jammu is the nearest train station to Srinagar. This is also where the trek begins. Srinagar has located approximately 300 km from this railway station. This distance can be covered by bus, taxi, or the most economical option–state transport buses. It takes 7 hours and 15 minutes to travel that distance. Several train routes depart from New Delhi’s railway station.
By road
National Highway 1A connects Srinagar to the rest of India. Jammu is the best place to board public transport for Srinagar, as there is no direct link between Delhi and Srinagar. You can also travel privately from New Delhi. This will take between 18 and 20 hours.
Most people take the route through Panipat and Karnal, Ambala. Jalandhar is also used. It is customary to spend the night at Jammu, then drive to Srinagar from Jammu the next day. You must travel approximately 900km to reach Srinagar via road.
Safety standards for trekkers
It all depends on the person’s physical fitness and endurance. If a person is physically fit and has the endurance and stamina to complete this trek, they can do it. Trekkers of India offers trained guides who will help you get through these challenges.
Children over 15 years old should consider this trek as it is more challenging for them to conquer obstacles and deal with the altitude.
