Overview
Kolahoi Glacier Trek is a crossover trek from Sind Valley into the Lidder Valley passing Basmai Pass (4300m). The trek passes through high altitude alpine lakes situated at the foothills of Mount Kolahoi (5425m), the highest mountain peak of the Vale of Kashmir. It crosses streams and plenty of colorful meadows..
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
First aid
Offloading by horses
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Tea and coffee
All camping gear
Travel insurance.
Personal clothing and equipment.
Optional trips or excursions.
Tips for local staff and guides.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Arrival. Reception at Srinagar airport/bus station.
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Dal Lake
On arrival at Srinagar airport or bus station, our representative will receive you and transfer you to the houseboat at Dal Lake or Hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2 Srinagar-Gagangir (2 hours drive)-Basmai (7 hours trek)
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After breakfast, drive to Gagangir Sonamarg. We pack our load and backpack on horses and start our trek through pine forest and meadows. We camp at Basmai meadow for an overnight stay.
Day 3 Basmai-Basmai Lake (7 hours trek).
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We start ascending Basmai Pass (4300m) the highest point of our trek and desend towards the Lake of its name for an overnight stay.
Day 4 Basmai Lake-Kolahoi-Satlanjan (7 hours trek).
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We trek through meadows and explore the Kolahoi Glacier before heading down to Satlanjan meadow for an overnight stay.
Day 5 Satlanjan-Lidderwat (7 hours trek).
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We trek to Lidderwat under the towering heights of Kolahoi Peak (5425m) through meadows, we camp at Lidderwat for an overnight stay.
Day 6 Lidderwat – Aru (5 hours trek) – Srinagar (3 hours drive).
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Aru Valley
We trek down to Aru Valley following Lidder River through Pine and Birch forests and take a car drive back to Srinagar via Pahalgam for an overnight stay at the Houseboat or Hotel.
Day 7 Departure day.
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Srinagar
Our representative will drop you at Srinagar airport or bus station for departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Kolahoi Glacier Trek
Can I cancel Kolahoi Glacier Trek for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- First aid
- Offloading by horses
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Tea and coffee
What's not included?
- Travel insurance.
- Personal clothing and equipment.
- Optional trips or excursions.
- Tips for local staff and guides.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Dal Lake, Aru Valley.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Kashmir Treks
