Tarsar Marsar vs Kolahoi Glacier
Pick Tarsar Marsar for
photography, peace and quiet, an easier walk
Pick Kolahoi Glacier for
a real challenge
| Tarsar Marsar | Kolahoi Glacier | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Kashmir, Aru, Pahalgam | Kashmir, Aru, Anantnag |
| Highest point | 4,000 m | 4,300 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Difficult |
| Trek distance | about 48 km | about 55 km |
| Days on the ground | 7 | 6–7 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug | Jul, Aug |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Rarely |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹3,000 |
| 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 via operator; ID for checkpoints. |
Tarsar Marsar: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Kolahoi Glacier: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely