Hirpora Lakes Trek
Hirpora Lakes Trek – Discover Kashmir’s Alpine Lake Wonderland in the Pir Panjal
The Hirpora Lakes Trek is an awe-inspiring 9-day journey into the heart of Kashmir’s untouched Pir Panjal mountain range. Traversing high-altitude alpine meadows, glacial valleys, and over a dozen pristine lakes nestled in a compact 5km² radius, this moderate-to-challenging trek takes you from Pir Ki Gali, Dubjan Hill Station near the iconic Mughal Road to the majestic Handu Sar Pass (4,050m). Ideal for seasoned hikers and mountain lovers, the route unveils the wild beauty of southwestern Kashmir through Districts Shopian, Kulgam, and Poonch.
Your adventure begins and ends in Srinagar, with the final day reserved to relax in a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake and soak in the cultural richness of the Kashmir Valley.
📌 Key Details
📅 Best Time to Trek: July to September
🚶♂️ Total Trekking Distance: 52 km
⛰️ Highest Altitude: Handu Sar Pass (4,050m)
💪 Activity Level: Moderate to Challenging
📍 Key Locations Covered
- Dungimarg (Basecamp) – Entry point near Pir Ki Gali
- Chandansar Lake – One of the largest and most scenic lakes
- Lakshukhsar & Handu Sar – Set beneath the glacier-laced Handu Sar Pass
- Barnai Sar, Sona Sar – Lakes near nomadic pastures and meadows
- Bhag Sar & Ropri Pass – Among the biggest alpine lakes in Kashmir
- Neja Sar, Beliya Sar, Tikyar Sar – Near Shopian–Rajouri divide
- Katorisar, Neelsar, Kaldichni Sar – Final lakes before descent
- Nandansar – Last high-altitude lake before returning to base
📌 Key Highlights
✅ Scenic drive from Srinagar to the historic Mughal Road
✅ Explore a cluster of 12+ untouched alpine lakes
✅ Traverse Handu Sar Pass at 4,050 meters
✅ Camp in pristine glacial meadows under star-lit skies
✅ Wildlife sightings in the Hirpora Sanctuary
✅ Return to Srinagar and unwind in a traditional Dal Lake houseboat
✅ Leisure day to explore Mughal Gardens & Old Srinagar markets
