Circuit · Kashmir
Sonamarg & Sind valley
Sonamarg, the Great Lakes trek and Gangbal.
- Places
- 3
- Altitude
- 2,200–4,200 m
- Fly / train to
- Srinagar
- Daily spend
- about ₹3,000
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best for most places here: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep. Each place here needs 3–9 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Kashmir Great Lakes
Seven days over high passes between turquoise alpine lakes — often called India's most beautiful trek.
Naranag & Gangbal Lake
An old temple village at the trailhead for the Harmukh trek, ending at the twin lakes of Gangbal and Nundkol.
Sonamarg
The 'meadow of gold' and Thajiwas glacier — snow you can touch even in May.
What to pack for Sonamarg & Sind valley
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
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Light travel tripod
- Spare memory card and camera battery
- Quick-dry trekking pants, 2 pairs
- Quick-dry T-shirts, 2–3
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Sonamarg & Sind valley: questions people ask
Which places are in the Sonamarg & Sind valley circuit?
The Sonamarg & Sind valley circuit in Kashmir covers Kashmir Great Lakes, Naranag & Gangbal Lake and Sonamarg. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Sonamarg & Sind valley?
June to September suit most places in Sonamarg & Sind valley. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Sonamarg & Sind valley?
Travel to Srinagar, then continue by road.
How much does a Sonamarg & Sind valley trip cost per day?
About ₹3,000 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 Sonamarg & Sind valley, and which is the highest?
Sonamarg is the easiest (easy). Kashmir Great Lakes is the highest at 4,200 m.