Kashmir is the land of unmatched beauty; it is indeed the
paradise for nature lovers and adventurists. At Kashmir, trekkers can enjoy
expeditions to places that are far off from the confines of tourist
interference. Apart from the famed Great Lakes trek, there are plenty of other
treks that wait to surprise one and its best example can be
Pahalgam-Tarsar-Marsar Trek. Beginning from the beautiful Pahalgam Valley that
is situated along the Lidder River, the Tarsar Marsar trek covers places that
are impeccable in beauty. The trekkers have the opportunity to witness the
diversity of the region as the trail crosses through wide plains, lush meadows,
flower-decked valleys and grassy knolls. The small streams cascading in the
natural pools and the lofty snow-clad mountains are also the highlights of this
unforgettable trek. Here is the detailed itinerary of Pahalgam-Tarsar-Marsar
Trek:
DAY 1 Arrival at Srinagar
DAY 2 Srinagar - Pahalgam - Aru
Today, we shall drive to Pahalgam, which is 90 kms
from Srinagar. From Pahalgam, we shall drive to Aru valley and stay overnight
here.
DAY
3 Aru – Lidderwat
We shall start trekking after the breakfast. The
trek will be from Aru Valley to Lidderwat via pine forests and lush meadows
along the stream known as Right Lidder River. Overnight stay at Lidderwat.
DAY
4 Lidderwat - Tarsar
Early in the morning, we shall trek to Tarsar Lake
and en route shall cross a pass of 4000 mtrs continuing trekking under the
towering heights of Kolahoi Mountain to finally reach Tarsar Lake. Tarsar is an
almond shaped crystal clear lake that is surrounded by variety of alpine.
Overnight stay in the camps at Tarsar.
DAY
5 Tarsar - Marsar
Today, we will trek towards the sister lake of
Tarsar that lies on the opposite side of the mountain on the west. A steep
ascend taking about 3 hours and a gradual descend leads to another stunning
lake called Marsar. Overnight stay in the tents at Marsar.
DAY
6 Marsar - Sumbal
We will be heading to Sumbal today. A steady climb
to a mountain pass (4100m) towards north and a gradual descend will bring us to
Sumbal in the Sind valley. Overnight Stay in Sumbal.
DAY
7 Sumbal - Srinagar
We shall drive through Sind Valley to reach
Srinagar, which will take around 3 hours. Overnight stay at the houseboat.
DAY
8 Departure day
Our representative shall assist you to the airport.
If there are few hours to spare (depending upon the time of the flight), we can
organize a sightseeing trip in Srinagar.