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Himalayan Alpine Treks & Glacial Lake Trails

Immerse yourself in pristine alpine wilderness. Trek across azure tarns, wildflower meadows, and glaciated high passes with certified mountain leaders and 4-season alpine base camps.

Unspoiled Wilderness

Iconic High-Altitude Alpine Landscapes

Each campsite is handpicked in remote meadows far from commercial tourist zones.

Vishansar & Kishansar Lakes3,710 m (12,171 ft)

Vishansar & Kishansar Lakes

Twin glacial lakes mirroring the jagged peak of Mount Vishansar with trout-filled emerald waters.

Gadsar Pass & Lake of Flowers4,191 m (13,750 ft)

Gadsar Pass & Lake of Flowers

Highest point of the Kashmir Great Lakes trek with panoramic views of Mount Nanga Parbat.

Chandratal Crescent Moon Lake4,300 m (14,107 ft)

Chandratal Crescent Moon Lake

High-altitude sweet water lake in Spiti Valley famed for color-shifting hues from turquoise to navy blue.

Trek Elevation Profile & High Passes

Inspect day-by-day altitude gain, campsite locations, and descent gradients.

Your route & how high you'll climbBased on the real driving & trekking route

See your journey, day by day

Follow each day of your trip — how high you go, where you spend the night, and how your body gently gets used to the altitude.

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek· Challenging
Highest Summit: 13,750 ft
14,000 ft11,000 ft8,000 ft5,000 ft2,000 ft 10,000 ft Acclimatization Threshold (SpO2 > 75%)🚩 PEAK 13,750 ftD17,800ftD2D3D4D5D6D7
Tap any day (Day 1, Day 2…) to see how high you'll be and where you'll stay
<10k ft (Valley) 10k–14k ft (Alpine) >14k ft (Extreme Pass)
Day 1 Mountain Stage

Srinagar to Sonamarg / Shitkadi Base

Gradual Acclimatization
Stage Altitude7,800 ft(2377 meters)
Atmospheric Oxygen
77%vs sea level
🛣️ Terrain TypeMountain Valley Road
Overnight StayShitkadi Alpine Camp
Stage Elevation Delta▲ +2,600 ft
Route Guidance & Scenic Landmark

Drive along Sindh River to alpine base camp under Thajiwas Glacier.

Distance traversed: ~85 km

🩺 Expedition Health Protocol:

Standard mountain hydration (2.5–3.0L). Avoid heavy exertion within the first 3 hours of arrival.

Leave No Trace & High Safety

Professional Mountaineering Protocols

We maintain strict leader-to-trekker ratios (1:6) to ensure individual attention, medical oversight, and eco-friendly camping.

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4-Season Weatherproof Tents

Dual-layer ripstop geodesic dome tents tested against heavy Himalayan rains and winds up to 60 km/h with thick thermal ground mats.

Nutritious Wilderness Kitchen

Hot multi-course breakfasts, pack lunches for passes, and carb-rich warm dinners including soups, fresh vegetables, and herbal teas.

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Certified Mountain Rescue

Daily twice SpO2 and pulse readings, portable oxygen cylinders, emergency first-aid kit, and dedicated emergency pack mules.

Confirmed Batch Dates 2026

Verified Himalayan Alpine Trek Packages

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Spiti Valley & Kinnaur Expedition: Trans-Himalayan Odyssey (8D/7N)
8 Days / 7 Nights
himalayan circuits
Shimla, Narkanda, Kalpa, Tabo, Kaza, Chicham, Chandratal & ManaliVerified Direct

Spiti Valley & Kinnaur Expedition: Trans-Himalayan Odyssey (8D/7N)

The ultimate trans-Himalayan road expedition across ancient Tibetan monasteries, fossil villages, colossal 15,000-ft passes, and crystal blue Chandratal Lake. Following the time-tested acclimatization route through Kinnaur into Spiti, this trip ensures safety, mountain leadership, and unforgettable memories.

Kinnaur Gradual Acclimatization Route (Kalpa & Sangla gradual ascent) Force Urbania 12S Captain / 4x4 Mountain Fleet with Hill-Assist Lead
Kashmir Great Lakes Alpine Trek
7 Days / 6 Nights
treks
Sonamarg, Vishansar, Gadsar, Satsar & Gangabal, KashmirVerified Direct

Kashmir Great Lakes Alpine Trek

Widely regarded as India's most breathtaking alpine trek, traversing pristine turquoise high-altitude lakes and lush Himalayan wildflower meadows.

Micro-Batch Alpine Expedition (Max 12-14 Pax) with WFR-Certified Mountain Marshals 4-Season Geodesic Domes with Sub-Zero Sleeping Bags & Insulated Mats
₹18,500Direct Price
₹18,852/ person
Friendship Peak Expedition 5289 Meters (Pir Panjal Trek)
8 Days / 7 Nights
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Manali, Solang Valley & Pir Panjal, Himachal PradeshVerified Direct

Friendship Peak Expedition 5289 Meters (Pir Panjal Trek)

Summit climb to Friendship Peak (5,289m) in the Pir Panjal range overlooking the Dhauladhar and Great Himalayan ranges with certified IMF-trained mountaineering guides, ropes, and crampons.

Summit push to 5,289 meters above sea level High-altitude alpine camping at Lady Leg Base Camp
11-Day Langtang Valley Trek & Tserko Ri Summit
11 Days / 10 Nights
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Kathmandu, Langtang National Park, Kyanjing Gompa & Tserko Ri, NepalVerified Direct

11-Day Langtang Valley Trek & Tserko Ri Summit

An authentic Himalayan tea-house trek through Langtang National Park. Hike along the rushing Langtang Khola, cross alpine pastures, visit the ancient Kyanjing Gompa monastery and yak cheese factory, and conquer Tserko Ri summit (5,000m) for sweeping vistas of Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and Tibetan peaks.

Ascend Tserko Ri (5,000m / 16,404 ft) for 360° panoramic views of Langtang and Tibetan ranges Historic Kyanjing Gompa (3,870m) and traditional Himalayan yak cheese factory
Kedarkantha Winter Snow Trek: Summit, Frozen Lake & Pine Forests (5D/4N)
5 Days / 4 Nights
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Sankri, Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Kedarkantha Winter Snow Trek: Summit, Frozen Lake & Pine Forests (5D/4N)

Conquer the crown jewel of Indian winter treks. Ascend to 12,500 feet through fairy-tale pine forests smothered in deep snow, camp beside the frozen mythological Juda Ka Talab, and witness an unforgettable sunrise illuminating Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak from the summit ridge. Supervised by certified mountaineering leaders with sub-zero alpine dome camping.

Curated Micro-Batch (10–14 Trekkers Max) with 1:6 NIM-Certified Guide Ratio 4-Season Geodesic Summit Domes & Heated Alpine Dining Tents
Chadar Frozen River Zanskar Expedition: The Ultimate Winter Ice Trek (9D/8N)
9 Days / 8 Nights
treks
Leh, Zanskar Gorge & Shingra Koma, Ladakh, IndiaVerified Direct

Chadar Frozen River Zanskar Expedition: The Ultimate Winter Ice Trek (9D/8N)

Walk atop the frozen sheet of the turquoise Zanskar River inside sheer vertical canyon walls rising 1,000 meters high. The Chadar Trek is universally ranked among the world's wildest winter expeditions. Experience -25°C temperatures, massive turquoise icefalls at Nerak, traditional Zanskari sledge haulers, and night camping in sub-zero caves. Includes mandatory acclimatization in centrally heated Leh hotels and certified medical monitoring.

Trek on the frozen glass sheet (Chadar) of the roaring Zanskar River Stand before the majestic 50-foot frozen icefall of Nerak Waterfall
Brahmatal Winter Ridge & Lake Trek: Mt. Trishul & Nanda Ghunti Vistas (6D/5N)
6 Days / 5 Nights
treks
Lohajung, Chamoli, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Brahmatal Winter Ridge & Lake Trek: Mt. Trishul & Nanda Ghunti Vistas (6D/5N)

One of the few winter treks that takes you out of the tree line onto expansive, wind-swept alpine ridges covered in knee-deep snow. Brahmatal offers unmatched front-row views of Mount Trishul (7,120 m) and Nanda Ghunti, with the frozen emerald waters of Bekaltal and Brahmatal lakes nestled silently in the snow.

Front-row amphitheater views of Mt. Trishul (7,120m) and Nanda Ghunti (6,309m) Walk upon open snow ridges at 12,250 ft with 360-degree Himalayan panoramas
Chopta Chandrashila & Tungnath Winter Snow Trek: World's Highest Shiva Temple (4D/3N)
4 Days / 3 Nights
treks
Rishikesh, Sari, Chopta & Chandrashila, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Chopta Chandrashila & Tungnath Winter Snow Trek: World's Highest Shiva Temple (4D/3N)

Known as the Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand, Chopta offers the ultimate beginner-friendly snow trek. Hike through snow-laden deodar forests to the serene Deoriatal lake reflecting the Chaukhamba massifs. Continue the winter ascent to 1,000-year-old Tungnath Temple (12,073 ft) and conquer Chandrashila Summit (13,123 ft) for an intoxicating 360-degree Himalayan panorama.

Summit Chandrashila (13,123 ft) for views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba & Kedar Visit Tungnath Temple — the highest Shiva shrine on Earth cloaked in snow
Dayara Bugyal Winter Snow Meadow Trek: Endless White Alp (4D/3N)
4 Days / 3 Nights
treks
Raithal, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Dayara Bugyal Winter Snow Meadow Trek: Endless White Alp (4D/3N)

Dayara Bugyal transforms in winter into India's most expansive alpine snow playground. Spanning over 28 square kilometers at 12,000 feet, these velvet summer pastures turn into vast undulating ski slopes of powdery white snow, offering sweeping vistas of Bandarpoonch, Gangotri peaks, and Black Peak.

Walk across 28 sq km of rolling alpine snow meadows at 12,000 ft Unobstructed close-up vistas of Bandarpoonch (6,316 m) and Kala Nag
Prashar Lake Winter Snow Trek: The Floating Island Mystery (2D/1N Weekend)
2 Days / 1 Night
treks
Mandi & Prashar Lake, Himachal Pradesh, IndiaVerified Direct

Prashar Lake Winter Snow Trek: The Floating Island Mystery (2D/1N Weekend)

The ultimate short Himalayan weekend snow trek. Perched at 8,960 ft above the Beas valley, Prashar Lake holds a mystical floating island that shifts position throughout the year, beside a stunning 13th-century pagoda-style temple. In winter, the entire bowl freezes into a serene snow arena with sweeping views of the Dhauladhar, Pir Panjal, and Kinnaur ranges.

Witness the mysterious floating island in the semi-frozen oval waters of Prashar Lake Marvel at the 13th-century Pagoda temple dedicated to Sage Prashar
Kuari Pass Winter Trek: The Lord Curzon Trail & Nanda Devi Gateway (6D/5N)
6 Days / 5 Nights
treks
Joshimath, Chamoli, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Kuari Pass Winter Trek: The Lord Curzon Trail & Nanda Devi Gateway (6D/5N)

Follow the historic footsteps of Lord Curzon on this legendary Himalayan pass crossing. Kuari Pass (12,516 ft) offers the most imposing, dramatic close-up view of Mount Nanda Devi (India's highest peak entirely within its borders), alongside Kamet, Dronagiri, Hathi-Ghodi Parvat, and Chaukhamba. An epic journey through old-growth oak forests, high snowy bugyals of Gorson, and cliffside trails.

The closest and most dramatic view of Mt. Nanda Devi (7,816 m) from Kuari Pass summit Trek through ancient oak and rhododendron forests buried under thick snow
Nag Tibba Winter Weekend Summit Trek: Serpent's Peak Adventure (2D/1N)
2 Days / 1 Night
treks
Pantwari, Mussoorie & Nag Tibba, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Nag Tibba Winter Weekend Summit Trek: Serpent's Peak Adventure (2D/1N)

The quickest winter summit trek in the Garhwal Himalayas. Standing tall at 9,915 ft, Nag Tibba ('Serpent's Peak') is the highest peak in the Lesser Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Accessible in just a 2-day weekend from Delhi/Dehradun, it rewards trekkers with breathtaking views of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Gangotri, and Kedarnath peaks.

Conquer 9,915 ft Nag Tibba Summit in a convenient 2-day weekend trip Spectacular 100-degree Himalayan panorama of Bandarpoonch, Gangotri & Kedarnath
Har Ki Dun Winter Trek: Valley of the Gods & Swargarohini Glaciers (7D/6N)
7 Days / 6 Nights
treks
Sankri, Osla, Har Ki Dun Valley, Uttarakhand, IndiaVerified Direct

Har Ki Dun Winter Trek: Valley of the Gods & Swargarohini Glaciers (7D/6N)

Trek the mythical path of the Pandavas on their ascent to heaven. Har Ki Dun (11,811 ft), the legendary 'Valley of Gods', is a cradle-shaped glacial valley framed by the towering massif of Swargarohini (the stairway to heaven) and Jaundhar Glacier. In winter, ancient wooden villages like Osla and Gangad stand silent under feet of fresh snow.

Explore the mythical cradle-shaped glacial amphitheater of Har Ki Dun at 11,811 ft Front-row views of Swargarohini I, II, III massifs & Hata Peak
Kareri Lake Winter Glacial Trek: The Dhauladhar Ice Bowl (3D/2N)
3 Days / 2 Nights
treks
Dharamshala, McLeodganj & Kareri, Himachal Pradesh, IndiaVerified Direct

Kareri Lake Winter Glacial Trek: The Dhauladhar Ice Bowl (3D/2N)

Nestled in the shadow of the mighty Dhauladhar range, Kareri Lake is a high-altitude freshwater glacial lake fed by melting snow from the Minkiani Peak. In winter, the lake freezes completely into a pristine turquoise ice bowl at 9,650 ft, surrounded by dense sub-tropical pine forests and rocky boulder streams.

Trek to the frozen glacial bowl of Kareri Lake at 9,650 ft Hike alongside the cascading crystal Nyund stream through oak forests
Kasol, Tosh & Kheerganga Alpine Hot Springs Trek (5 Days / 4 Nights)
5 Days / 4 Nights
treks
Kasol, Chalal, Barshaini, Tosh & Kheerganga, Parvati ValleyVerified Direct

Kasol, Tosh & Kheerganga Alpine Hot Springs Trek (5 Days / 4 Nights)

The classic Parvati Valley backpacking expedition combining pine-scented riverside hamlet Kasol, traditional cliffside wooden architecture in Tosh, and a rewarding mountain trek to the sacred natural sulfur hot springs and stargazing alpine camp at Kheerganga (9,700 ft).

Stay in riverside wooden cottages in Kasol, traditional homestays in Tosh, and all-weather alpine tents in Kheerganga Hike along the turquoise Parvati River through deodar woods to the bohemian village of Chalal
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Kashmir Great Lakes & Alpine Trek 2026 Batch Calendar

Prime summer & wildflower bloom departure windows. Group sizes capped at 16 trekkers for safety.

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🥾 Alpine Trek 7D / 6NSeason Closed · Waitlist Open

Kashmir Great Lakes Alpine Trek

Departure: Season 2027 ➔ Reopening 2027Pickup / Drop: Srinagar to Sonamarg
Seats: 0 left / 0
₹19,500
per traveler • all incl.
🥾 Alpine Trek 7D / 6NSeason Closed · Waitlist Open

Kashmir Great Lakes Alpine Trek

Departure: Season 2027 ➔ Reopening 2027Pickup / Drop: Srinagar
Seats: 0 left / 0
₹19,500
per traveler • all incl.
🥾 Alpine Trek 7D / 6NSeason Closed · Waitlist Open

Kashmir Great Lakes Alpine Trek

Departure: Season 2027 ➔ Reopening 2027Pickup / Drop: Srinagar
Seats: 0 left / 0
₹19,500
per traveler • all incl.
100% Guaranteed Departures: We never cancel confirmed batches due to low numbers. Private back-up 4x4 vehicles & tour leads assigned.
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