Kashmir Great Lakes vs Naranag & Gangbal Lake
Pick Kashmir Great Lakes for
a real challenge, photography
Pick Naranag & Gangbal Lake for
culture and heritage, a spiritual journey, fewer people, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Kashmir Great Lakes | Naranag & Gangbal Lake | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Sonamarg, Ganderbal | Kashmir, Ganderbal |
| Highest point | 4,200 m | 3,570 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Moderate |
| Trek distance | about 72 km | about 40 km |
| Days on the ground | 8–9 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Rarely |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,500 |
| Gateway | Srinagar | Srinagar |
| With kids | Not advised | Not advised |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | Forest permit via operator; carry multiple ID copies for army checkpoints. | Forest permit and ID for checkpoints. |
Kashmir Great Lakes: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Naranag & Gangbal Lake: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely