Kashmir Great Lakes vs Chatpal
Pick Kashmir Great Lakes for
camping, adventure, a real challenge
Pick Chatpal for
peace and quiet, tight budgets, workations, fewer people, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Kashmir Great Lakes | Chatpal | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Sonamarg, Ganderbal | Kashmir, Anantnag |
| Highest point | 4,200 m | 2,200 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 72 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 8–9 | 2–3 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,000 |
| Gateway | Srinagar | Srinagar |
| With kids | Not advised | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Good |
| Permits | Forest permit via operator; carry multiple ID copies for army checkpoints. | None. |
Kashmir Great Lakes: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Chatpal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely