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Kashmir Great Lakes Trek: A Complete Trekker's Guide
Go Banjara Team
Riding through the majestic mountain corridors of Ladakh. Photo: Go Banjara Explorers
“Trek across 7 pristine alpine turquoise lakes in Kashmir. Complete guide covering route, fitness preparation, camps, and best month.”
1. Why KGL is India’s Prettiest Trek
The Kashmir Great Lakes (KGL) trek takes you through pristine alpine meadows, snow-fed rivers, and 7 turquoise glacial lakes including Vishansar, Krishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, and Gangabal.
Go Banjara Tip: July to September is peak blooming season when the meadows of Sonamarg and Nichnai are covered in wild alpine flowers.
View Go Banjara Kashmir Trekking Expeditions2. Day-by-Day Route Overview
Starting at Shitkadi near Sonamarg, the 75-km trek crosses Nichnai Pass (13,500 ft) and Gadsar Pass (13,750 ft) before ending at Naranag ruins.
Written by Go Banjara Team
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