Ultimate Tarsar Marsar & Great Lakes Traverse


Duration: 15 Days | Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult | Max Altitude: ~4,200m
Start Point: Aru | End Point: Naranag

Total Trekking Distance

๐Ÿ“Œ Tarsar Marsar Trek: 51 km
๐Ÿ“Œ Kashmir Great Lakes Trek: 73 km
๐Ÿ‘‰ Overall Total Distance: ~124 km

This makes it one of the longest and most rewarding trekking circuits in Kashmir! ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ”๏ธ


Embark on the Ultimate Tarsar Marsar & Great Lakes Traverse, an extraordinary 15 day expedition that combines Kashmirโ€™s two most iconic high-altitude treksโ€”the Tarsar Marsar Trek and the Kashmir Great Lakes Trekโ€”into one seamless adventure. This grand traverse takes you through pristine alpine lakes, vast meadows, and rugged mountain passes, offering an unparalleled experience of Kashmirโ€™s Himalayan wilderness.

Trek Overview

Starting from Srinagar, the journey begins with a scenic drive to Aru, the gateway to the Tarsar Marsar Trek. Over the next several days, trek through dense pine forests, Gujjar settlements, and rolling grasslands, reaching the enchanting twin lakes of Tarsar and Marsar, along with the lesser-explored Sundarsar Lake. The route concludes at Surfraw in Sumbal, completing the first half of the traverse.

From Sumbal, drive to Sonamarg, where the second leg of the journey beginsโ€”the legendary Kashmir Great Lakes Trek. This section takes you across majestic mountain passes, high-altitude ridges, and seven stunning glacial lakes, including Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, and Gangbal Lakes. The trek ends at Naranag, marking the completion of this ultimate trans-Himalayan adventure.


Trek Highlights:

โœ… 15 days of an unforgettable Himalayan adventure
โœ… Traverse 11+ high-altitude lakes
โœ… Cross multiple mountain passes (Tarsar Pass, Nichnai Pass, Gadsar Pass, Zajibal Pass)
โœ… Blend of alpine forests, meadows, rivers, and glacial lakes
โœ… Experience nomadic settlements & pristine wilderness

This is the most extensive and immersive trek in Kashmir, covering both Tarsar Marsar & Great Lakes in one epic traverse. Perfect for trekkers seeking an ultimate Himalayan experience.


Book yourย Ultimate Tarsar Marsar & Great Lakes Traverse now and explore Kashmirโ€™s raw beauty!

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