About This Tour
Kolahoi Glacier Trek is a crossover trek from Sindh Valley into the Lidder Valley passing Basmai Pass( 4200 m). The trek passes through high altitude alpine lakes situated at the foothills of Mount Kolahoi (5425 m), the highest mountain peak of the vale of Kashmir. It crosses streams and plenty of colorful meadows. Though trekking in Kashmir is not the newest still the expedition is no walk in the park. Arduous days , steep and rocky passes, and altitude approaching 4300m all collide to create a challenging trek in one of the most beautiful and serene Himalayas of Kashmir. Inclusions
Highlights
- Traverse from Sindh Valley to Lidder Valley via Basmai Pass (4200m)
- Discover high altitude alpine lakes and colorful meadows
- Experience breathtaking views of Mount Kolahoi (5425m), the highest peak in Kashmir
- Cross streams and navigate rocky, steep passes
- Enjoy 2 nights in a Srinagar houseboat or hotel with meals included
- Fully supported trek with qualified guides and support staff
- Inclusive of all trekking permits and first-aid medical kits
What’s Included
- Pick Up and drop off from Srinagar Airport.
- 2 Nights stay in Houseboat / Hotel with Breakfast and dinner.
- Transfers from Srinagar to Trekking Start Point and return.
- Qualified Guide, and Support staff.
- Meals while on trek (Veg & Egg).
- Trekking Permits.
- First-aid medical kits.
- Flight tickets.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porters to carry personal extra luggage. Note: Bag weight should not be more than 10 kg.
- Something not specifically mentioned under the pinnacle.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse allArrive Srinagar (1585 m)
On arrival you will be met at the airport (or the Tourist Reception Centre if you travelled overland) and transferred to the houseboat/hotel for your overnight stay. There will be an afternoon Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Srinagar - Aru via Pahalgam (2420m). 4 hours approx.
An early morning start is imperative as it is a long drive of 105 km to Aru, a beautiful lush green pasture with the grand Katrinag Mountains as a backdrop. Afternoon at leisure, or a few short walks to stretch the legs for the days ahead. Overnight in tents on a twin share basis.
Aru - Lidderwat (3050m). 3- 4 Hours, 11 km
Lidder River, crossing the odd side stream. As we near camp the valley narrows; a foot bridge leading us to our campsite.
Lidderwat - Satlanjan (3420m). 2-3 hours
A short and easy day today to help with acclimatization, we trek along the true right of the gushing waters of the Lidder River on an undulating, occasionally steep, trail. We cross five tributaries of a side river beside the Gujars encampment and continue with a gentle descent towards a lush green meadow beside the Lidder River for our overnight camp. There is an optional acclimatization side walk to a ride in the afternoon.
Satlanjan - Kolahoi base camp (4140m) - Lidderwat (3050m) 8 hr
An early morning start is imperative as we have a long day ahead of us. Our hike begins upwards and onwards as we head towards Kolahoi Base Camp, passing nomadic shepherds en-route. As we get closer to the glacier the walk becomes a little harder as the terrain becomes rough glacial moraine, but the increasingly spectacular views of the Kolahoi Peak urge us on. In order to gain the best view of Kolahoi we may have to climb a little higher on the ridge opposite. The return walk is easier and quicker as we head back to Lidderwat via Satlanjan, elated from being so close to the majestic peak.
Lidderwat - Srinagar (1585 m )
After a leisurely breakfast we retrace our steps down to Aru and board our chartered bus/car to drive to Srinagar for an overnight stay at houseboat.
Depart Srinagar
You will be transferred to Srinagar airport for onward destination.
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