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Kashmir great lakes, August 2022.

This had been in the bucket list for quite sometime now, as they say the real beauty of Kashmir lies in the hidden valleys and meadows and not in the tourist towns. We went with trekmunk for the trek as they had smaller group size and the reviews were good. We did not ask any of our friends to join us, prefering to meet new people and make new friends. So it was just us as a couple.

Day 1- Campsite at shitkadi near Sonamarg. Distance covered- Few meters from the road. Altitude-11500 ft

We had arrived in Delhi the day before and met an old friend at his home, and we did party till almost 2 am, got back to our hotel and got some sleep. Today morning we took a flight and reached Shrinagar at 12.30 ,from the airport we took a cab to Sonamarg. Here we met our fellow trekkers and found them all to be decent folks, from different background and professions but with real enthusiasm for travel and trekking.

After an early dinner and some chitchat, we turned in for the night

Campsite at Shitkadi

Day2:

Shitkadi to Nichnai tabletop hill.

Time taken-7.5 hours

We woke up at 5.30, breakfast was ready by 6.20am, and after a bit of warm up and stretches, we were off on the trek!

The initial climb of the day was a few hundred feet but it took our breath away..literally! It was the altitude more than anything else that was tiring us easily. However the secret is to push on using small steps. So push on we did and as we climbed higher, the more breathtaking the views became, we were climbing on rolling meadows now and could see the sleepy town of Sonamarg below us bathed in the morning sunrays

Sonamarg in the distance

The gradual climb over the meadows, and some wildflowers dotting the grass

There was an army checkpost here and after verifying our documents we were on our way to the first stop of the day..maggi point.

It was located on top of a hill and it took us 4 hrs to reach here. After a refreshing cup of kehwa and of course, maggi, we were on the way again, we left the valley with the sonamarg view behind and entered another new valley. We filled our water bottles with water from the numerous meltwater streams that were cascading down the rocks.

The next valley

Lunch stop near the stream and waterfall, and a much needed rest.

Goat traffic

Finally we reached the day's campsite, on the Nichnai table top hill. Nice location on flat ground with the stream nearby, but quite windy. Over tea and bread omlettes, we regained our energy and explored the place and was surprised that daylight stayed on till almost 7.30 when it was dinner time. At night the night sky was a sight to see, with a million stars.

Million star hotel 😇, campsite on day2

Day3- Nichnai campsite to Vishnusar lake via Nichnai pass.

Distance approx 14 kms. Time 7-8 hrs.

Altitude 13000 ft.

We woke up at 5 am to the sound of our guide Murad bhai clanging the kettle (with black tea)

Similar routine with breakfast of roti sabji, warm up and stretches and hit the trail by 7. The climb up to Nichnai can be arduous but the scenery on route makes up for it. With frequent breaks..to admire the view.., we made it up the pass and into the next valley

The climb to Nichnai pass.

After the descent from the pass, the terrain eased to the easy rolling meadows again with the gushing stream in between..

We walked across all of this and finally reached the day's campsite near a stream which originates from the vishnusar lake which was just half a km away. After tea, most of us trudged on to see the lake.

Refreshing view of the blue waters and the emerald mosses and crystal clear streams pouring into the lake.

The campsite by the stream.

There was an army camp nearby and just as we tucked into our sleeping bags at night, we heard two shots fired. But we had been told this was normal and so did not bother much. Only worry was that it had rained a bit during the day and dark clouds were gathering on the horizon. The next day was supposed to be the most difficult with Gadsar pass to cross and we had been told it might not be possible to cross the pass in case of further rains, because the trail becomes slippery and dangerous both for humans and the mules who carry the tents and equipment.

Day 4- We woke up to a light drizzle and there was tension in the air as the pony and mule guys said it was too risky to cross Gadsar, and the trek guides from different groups were at a loss as to what can be done. If it wasn't possible to go ahead, it would mean we use the buffer day there itself and/or even turn back without competing the trek. But kudos to our guide, Murad bhai, experienced guy that he was, suddenly called out that the clouds are shifting and we start in 5 minutes! So off we went, and emboldened by our move, the other groups nearby also hurried to pack their tents n move out.

The first climb of the day was from the campsite across a rain sodden field and up the sides of Vishnusar lake and on towards Krishnasar lake.

After Krishnasar lake the trail became very steep and narrow. Now the actual climb to Gadsar pass had started. The trail was slippery and very steep, and without the trekking poles I am sure I would have fallen at least once.

Finally after a few hours of very strenuous climbing we reached a point where both the lakes were visible. There was a slight drizzle and strong winds.

The descent frm Gadsar was even more difficult..it was all muddy and slushy, and quite slippery again. Many of us had falls but thankfully no injuries.

Finally the terrain eased up as we approached Gadsar lake. This is one of the prettiest lakes here. There were an abundance of wildflowers, bumblebees, small lizards etc around it giving a magical feel. We had our lunch stop by the lake and enjoyed the serenity.

Then there was a walk among the valleys filled with wildflowers for another 3 hours and finally we could spot the days camp at the distance..

The campsite in the valley ahead meant we could rest and take in the fleeting sunshine. How fast the weather changes up here!

As we got to the campsite, the storm clouds had gathered again. High winds, open valley and storm clouds sure gives a surreal feel.

Then there was a shower and then suddenly it cleared up and a rainbow appeared 🌈

Day 5 -

This was supposed to be one of the easier days but alas, constant rain all day made it the most difficult and miserable day for us.

After 5-6 hours of walking through the rain,water finally started to enter our boots by way of soaked pants and socks, and fingers were numb with cold. After hours and hours we pulled into camp wet, cold and miserable. Everything was wet, tents wer pitched over wet ground, the foam " mattress" was wet as well. The rain stopped at around 5 and all of us frantically tried to dry our gear in the wind..without much success, I should add. In the end we had to place our rain ponchos over the foam and place our sleeping bags on top of that to prevent those getting wet. That night we slept wearing our jackets. Not many pics of satsar lakes too since fingers were too numb wth the wet and cold

Day6- The weather lifted and so did our spirits, enjoyed breakfast with a trekker's appetite and after the routine warm ups and stretches, we started the day's walk. Wet boots was the problem but nothing a little jugaad can't solve- we wore polythene packets over our socks to keep our feet relatively dry!

The day started with a difficult ascent over fields of boulders, some of the trekkers had a tough time navigating through these

But the views at the top were rewarding..

Then there was a long ascent up to Zaj pass, which took us 3-4 hours but the views from the top were out of this world.. The twin lakes of Gangbal and Nandkol were ahead shimmering in the sunlight with the rolling fields between them, mount Harmukh with its glacier in the background.

Over the next few hours we descended into the valley and over the meadows which were vibrant with a multitude of yellow flowers, we were finally at the Gangbal lake.

The refreshingly cool water of the lake reinvigorated our polythene clad tired feet!

After spending an hour here, we crossed the hill over to the other lake, Nandkol. Our campsite was located on the banks of the stream flowing out of Nandkol.

Day 7- This was going to be a long day, as most of it was continous descent , some over rocky terrain which can be hard on the knees. Two of our guys were really struggling with knee pain already. The last day is where you lose most of the altitude, from above the tree line we descended into the majestic firs, then the pines started few hundred feet lower. There was an Assam rifles army checkpost where the Id's and bags were checked , and we were greeted in Assamese by the jawans, they even offered tea and snacks to us and one of the guys turned out to be from our hometown. Pleasant experience for us. Army guys really work hard for our safety. Kudos to them. Finally we reached Naranang and set foot on paved roads after a full week. Mixed feelings, since we were at the end of such an amazing trek, happy that we could complete it without too much difficulty and also the thought of a hot bath and proper non veg food were equally appealing.

We reached Shrinagar at 5.30 and 6 of us checked into the same hotel, one more guy joined us in the evening and we had a grand party at the hotel lawns and some much needed indulgence on the food and drinks aspect of life!

To sum up the trek-

It is one of the most beautiful treks in our country. Each day there is a new alpine lake to look forward to. The meadows, valleys and wildflowers are extraordinarily beautiful.

It is not an easy trek. Long distances are to be covered daily without a break for one full week. Can leave one breathless after hours of continous uphill climbs at 13000+ feet. To prepare for the trek it is best to do long walks and also run/ jog at least 5-6 kms most days of the week, few weeks in advance.

Warm ups and stretches both at start and end of each days trekking is recommended,to avoid cramps and muscle soreness.

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BECAUSE IT’S TENT TO BE. Since forever tents have been synonymous with adventure. For a whole lot of us, the best part about hiking trip is living in tents. Right from laughing the night away with your buddies to snuggling up in a warm sleeping bag and trying to catch a sight of a shooting star, all of this happens in those cozy tents! So if you are planning to go on a hiking trip and not sure what tent works best for you, well we are here to help. Here’s everything that you need to understand about buying and repairing tents. . New blog up!! Link in the bio. . . #eleutheromania #trek #insanetraveller #resfeber #roadishome #strikhedonia #travelerforever #trekking #tbt #musafir #vagary #traveling #trekmunk #schwellenangst #trouvaille #sehnsucht #wanderlust #livsnjutare #travelpreneur #chasingthesun #fernweh #nature #adventure #travelling #naturelovers #naturephotography #travelphotography #travelgram #traveler #travelblogger

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