Kashmir Great Lakes vs Sonamarg
Pick Kashmir Great Lakes for
camping, adventure, a real challenge, fewer people
Pick Sonamarg for
family trips, snow, couples, an easier walk, fewer days
| Kashmir Great Lakes | Sonamarg | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Sonamarg, Ganderbal | Kashmir, Ganderbal |
| Highest point | 4,200 m | 3,000 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, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹3,500 |
| Gateway | Srinagar | Srinagar |
| With kids | Not advised | Great |
| With seniors | Not advised | Great |
| 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
Sonamarg: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- ❄︎May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely