Circuit · Kashmir
Pahalgam & Lidder
Pahalgam, Aru and the Tarsar–Marsar and Kolahoi treks.
- Places
- 4
- Altitude
- 2,200–4,300 m
- Fly / train to
- Srinagar
- Daily spend
- about ₹3,200
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best for most places here: Jul, Aug, Sep. Each place here needs 4–7 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Kolahoi Glacier
A hard trek from Aru up the Lidder valley to the largest glacier in Kashmir, under Kolahoi peak (5,425 m).
Pahalgam
Lidder river valley of meadows, pine forest and pony rides — Kashmir's family favourite.
Tarsar Marsar
Twin alpine lakes ringed by snow peaks, quieter than Great Lakes.
Tulian Lake
A small glacial lake at 3,800 m above Aru, usually done as an overnight camp from Pahalgam.
What to pack for Pahalgam & Lidder
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Sun cap or hat
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Light travel tripod
- Spare memory card and camera battery
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Quick-dry trekking pants, 2 pairs
- Quick-dry T-shirts, 2–3
- Trekking shoes with ankle support
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Pahalgam & Lidder: questions people ask
Which places are in the Pahalgam & Lidder circuit?
The Pahalgam & Lidder circuit in Kashmir covers Kolahoi Glacier, Pahalgam, Tarsar Marsar and Tulian Lake. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Pahalgam & Lidder?
July to September suit most places in Pahalgam & Lidder. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Pahalgam & Lidder?
Travel to Srinagar, then continue by road.
How much does a Pahalgam & Lidder trip cost per day?
About ₹3,200 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Pahalgam & Lidder, and which is the highest?
Pahalgam is the easiest (easy). Kolahoi Glacier is the highest at 4,300 m.