Gangbal trek is the biggest and famous high altitude alpine trek in Kashmir. In the foothills of
craggy mount Harmukh. The lake has a placid beauty uniquely its own. All through the summer
the wild flowers bloom in profusion on its shores.
Gangabal Lake trek is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful treks in Kashmir region of Jammu
& Kashmir state. Gangabal is nestled at the foothill of Mount Haramukh and overwhelmingly
one of the most beautiful lakes in the region. Naranag on the other hand is in the Ganderbal
district and is known for its utterly scenic meadows and an ancient Shiva Temple. Naranag-
Gangabal is a short trek that is best taken during the midsummer. The trekking trail is as
beautiful as the destinations; Gangbal Lake Trek is the best all-season trek in India. Unlike
other treks in India, it passes through crystal clear brooks, lush green meadows and beautiful
gorges and ridges, thick jungle walk, snow-covered peaks. The trek is famous for many
attractions. It has one of India’s largest alpine lakes (which is Kashmir’s largest alpine lake),
Gangbal Lake, in its trail. The lake is fed with water by the glacier of Mount Harmukh, a
legendry mountain considered to be the abode of Lord Shiva. Mount Harmukh (towering at
the height of 5142 meters) is known as the Eiger of Kashmir, it was from Mount Harmukh that
Thomas Montgomery, a great trigonometric surveyor, first discovered K1 and K2 mountains
in 1865.The trek has Trunkhol meadow, too, where the mud huts of Gujjar community
comfortable rest. The camping location is unique in this trek, it gives a panoramic view of
mountians that circle the Gangabal Valley and hold more than eight alpine lakes each within a day of distance.
Altitude: 2,130m
Time Duration :3 hours’ drive
We shall be driving through the villages of Ganderbal in the Sind valley and shall make it to Naranag. We shall also visit the 9th century Buddhist temple en route. A three-hour drive from
Srinagar to Naranag base camp. An acclimatization walks around the base camp and an overnight stay.
Altitude: 3,200 m
Time Duration :5 hour’s
This day we will start trekking from Naranag via Butshree Top, which is at an altitude of 3200 m, and opens onto a beautiful meadow Trunkhol Meadow (3400 m).The trekking trail will pass through dense pine forest. The place is serene and gives the view of surrounding thick mountains of pine. We will be staying overnight at Trunkhol.
Altitude: 3,400 m
Time Duration : 3 hours’
This day we shall be walking through the meadows of Budpathri. It is a flower-strewn path that leads to Gangabal Lake via Nundkol Lake. First, we get to see a calm and fascinating Nundkol Lake just at the hem of Mount Harmukh. We see the might Harmukh standing tall in the valley with its glaciers that feed the lake. On the same day we trek for a short distance to see the eternal beautiful Gangabal Lake (3587m).
Gangabal Lake is one of the largest alpine lakes in India and the biggest in Kashmir. We shall be camping overnight near Gangabal Lake. We shall be camping overnight near Gangabal
Lake. The lake is abound with trout fish having varied colours and taste.
Altitude: 2,130 m
Time Duration: hours’
This Day we will leave Gangabal and trek back to Naranag. We shall take the same route and cross through meadows of Budpathri, Trunkhol and descend from Butsheri to reach Naranag.
From Naranag, we shall take a car ride for Srinagar. If in case of extra time, our representative is likely to take you around Srinagar.
The best time to do this trek is from June to November.
After landing in Srinagar, the cab from HTT Adventures Pvt. Ltd. will ferry you to the Naranag base camp.
First timer can apply, should have some interest in trekking and mountaineering. There is no technical climbing or advanced mountaineering involved. It is recommended for all age groups. The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress.
Backpack & rain cover, trekking shoes preferably high-ankle one, day pack to carry on-the-trek essentials like a lunch box, water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen, protein bars etc,headlamp/torch, trekking pole, personal medical kit.
Thermals, fleece jacket, down feather jacket, waterproof pants, sun cap, and woolen cap: toiletries: sunscreen, lip balm, toilet paper, hand sanitizer, toothbrush & toothpaste, hand towel, sanitary napkins etc.*
Please note that prepaid sim cards do not work in UT Jammu & Kashmir.
Do not forget your ID proof in original and 2 photo copies.
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