Question 1

FAQ 1: What is included in trip cost?

Accepted Answer

- Camping accommodation
- Meals during the camping
- A few trek equipment like sleeping bags, mattress tent, kitchen tent and toilet tent 
- Trekking permits
- Internal Transfers
- Qualified and experienced Trek leader, guide and support staff
- First Aid Kit

Question 2

FAQ 2: What is excluded from the cost of the trip?

Accepted Answer

- Transportation from Srinagar to Sonamarg and Narang to Srinagar 
- Accommodation at Srinagar
- Insurance
- Porter charges
- Meals during transit
- Anything specifically not mentioned under 'Inclusions'.

Question 3

FAQ 3: What is the best time to visit the great lakes in Kashmir trek?

Accepted Answer

The best time to enjoy the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is in between June to September as the greenery and flowers are perfect during this period.

Question 4

FAQ 4: What is the difficulty level of the Kashmir Great Lakes trek ?

Accepted Answer

The KGL trek begins in Sonamarg, which is located at an elevation of 9,186 feet (2,800 meters), and ascends gently to the peak elevation of 13,800 feet (4,200 m). We classify this walk as moderate based on our prior experience and the terrain.

Question 5

FAQ 5: What's the weather like?

Accepted Answer

Peak summer is in July when we begin the Kashmir Great Lakes journey. The highlands are comfortable, despite the fact that days on Srinagar's plains can be warm (between 25 and 30 °C). When it is overhead throughout the day, the sun can be harsh. At the high camps, the evenings and nights are warm, averaging 5 to 8° C.

Question 6

FAQ 6: How to get to the assembly point of the trek?

Accepted Answer

By Air: Flying is the quickest way to get to Srinagar. Jammu, Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Lucknow are additional departure points.
By Bus: From the airport to the Srinagar tourist information centre, the Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation offers a low-cost bus service. Otherwise, a pre-paid taxi should cost around 1,000 rupees.
By Train: If you're on a tight budget and up for the challenge, consider taking an Indian Railways train to Jammu (these trains originate in Delhi or pass through Delhi from other Indian cities), then take a shared jeep or taxi to Srinagar (traveling time around eight hours). Buses are also available, although the travel takes about 11–12 hours and they are much slower.

Question 7

FAQ 7: What documents are needed for this trip?

Accepted Answer

Here's what you'll need to bring:
-Your government ID evidence, such as an Aadhaar card, passport, or driver's licence, must be in original form and three photocopies. 
-For your hiking permit, the Forest Department will need to receive this.
-3–4 copies of pictures the size of a passport
-Health Certification (will be shared with you post-registration)
-Assurance bond (will be shared with you post-registration)

Question 8

FAQ 8: What kind of food is available in the trail?

Accepted Answer

Both vegetarian and egg based food is available while trekking.

Question 9

FAQ 9: How is the connectivity on the trek?

Accepted Answer

Your SIM card won't operate if you have a prepaid cell phone since Kashmir has restricted roaming for security concerns (postpaid connections are fine). In Srinagar, only postpaid connections are functional. You might come across sporadic BSNL, Vodafone, and Airtel calling networks here and there while on the journey. There could or might not be internet.

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