Kolahoi Glacier vs Naranag & Gangbal Lake
Pick Kolahoi Glacier for
a real challenge
Pick Naranag & Gangbal Lake for
culture and heritage, a spiritual journey, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Kolahoi Glacier | Naranag & Gangbal Lake | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Aru, Anantnag | Kashmir, Ganderbal |
| Highest point | 4,300 m | 3,570 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Moderate |
| Trek distance | about 55 km | about 40 km |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Rarely |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | 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; ID for checkpoints. | Forest permit and ID for checkpoints. |
Kolahoi Glacier: 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