Tarsar Marsar Trek

• Traverse through beautiful valleys and pine forests as you take a 3 hour road trip to Aru Valley.  

• The Aru valley is famous for its luscious greenery and stunning mountains as well.  

• Relax in the tented accommodations after settling into your staying place.  

• Interact and socialize with other trekkers around the campfire before sleeping for the night.  

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After relaxing on a beautiful morning in Srinagar, get ready for an amazing drive towards Aru Valley, the starting point of the Tarsar Marsar Trek. The drive is quite long, taking about 3 hours, and passes through beautiful sights such as extravagant streams, lush meadows, alongside dense pine trees. One can easily capture stunning photographs and hold on to fond memories of these experiences. Once you exit Srinagar and approach nature, you are surrounded by peace with hints of the garnished snow peaks in the background.

Once reached at Aru Valley, you will be embraced by the lush greenery and beautiful Aru Valley. This region is famous for its clear meadows and breathtaking mountains which are perfect for adventures. Upon reaching the destination make yourself comfortable in the reserved tented rooms and get yourself energized after a long journey. Additionally, take time to focus on the beauty surrounding you as this will really prepare you for the next journey. 

Later on, join the other trekkers and sit around a warm smoky campfire with hot stew and share about what the trip will look like. Once done, lay yourself down in the tents and get ready for a fresh new day that will take you toward the Tarsar Lake trek.

• Have some breakfast and start your trekking journey through the meadows and Aru wildlife sanctuary.  

• Venture into Lidder Valley while trekking through forest trails.  

• Set your camp at Lidderwat after a 5-6 hour trek while reaching the location.  

• Camp in an open setting under the starry sky alongside golden sunsets as stories are shared

DETAILED ITINERARY

Start with a delightful breakfast, and then proceed to Aru and start the trek to Lidderwat. Lidderwat is located in the Himalayas and can serve as an ideal camping location. The trek would be a gentle climb through meadows, forest cover, and other scenic beauties Kashmir has to offer. The hiking routes incorporate the Aru Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to exotic birds and Himalayan brown bears. As you trek onward to your destination the peace of the forest accompanied by the birds chirping will soothe you.

The trek would allow spectacular views of everything that Lidder Valley possesses; the streams, the redoubtable mountains, and the alpine meadows. As you ascend the scenery changes and every step offers new breathtaking views. After approximately five to six hours of trekking, you will reach Lidderwat, which is located near the meadows with snow-covered peaks surrounding the site.

As soon as you reach Lidderwat, set up your camp and uncover the area for a while. The sunset strikes the mountain ranges with golden light in a beautiful way. Next, get a decent meal with your fellow trekkers and sit around a campfire telling stories before packing up for the night in your tents as you are set for the next day.

• Start off the trek through the usual terrains but slowly build an upwards momentum, the incline would slowly start getting steeper. 

• See breathtaking views of a variety of pristine valleys from the Hamwais Pass located at an altitude of 4000 meters.  

• Build your camp at Shekwas after trekking for around 5 to 6 hours.  

• Spend time with other trekkers, bond with them or just walk around the camp as you socialize

DETAILED ITINERARY

On a hearty note, thanks to the added cold, the morning is slow paced and activity filled. After enjoying breakfast let's trekked from Lidderwat to Shekwas.

The area is adorned with pastures and streams, which end up making the entire hike even more enjoyable. The best part about the hike is its seamless transition from a smooth walk to a more challenging climb. As you will get closer to one of the spotted landmarks known as Hamwais Pass, then the trek will slowly get a tad bit steep. 

We will make  our way to the top of the mountain and reach the Hamwais Pass. It is situated at a staggering height of 4000 meters and the sites it offers are like no other! The pristine valleys and the sky high meadows that made the whole experience extraordinary, grabbing a quick glance brings you gratitude.

After spending roughly five to six hours on foot, you will reach Shekwas, a peaceful and calming camp site enveloped by mountains and green pastures, ready for you to set up your camp and soak up the place. You can walk around the new location or relish the exquisite view of the place in the evening. When darkness descends, congregate around the campfire, have your fill of warm food and sleep in tents, freshening up for tomorrow’s quest.

• Grab some early breakfast and use the prepped strength to cross narrow inclined paths to reach Tarsar lake.

• Begin to trek for around 5 to 6 hours through a mesmerizing picturesque view of meadows, wildflowers, streams, and rock formations.

• After trekking for a maximum of 6 hours, reach Tarsar Lake, which is deep in the lap of nature and breathtakingly beautiful.  

• Make your way to the lake so that the beauty at the background can be cherished, before retiring for the night.  

DETAILED ITINERARY

Since Shekwas is home to a lodging area, we suggest you stay overnight and begin with an early morning breakfast, after which you can take a one hour motor taxi to Shekwas, once you reach there you can begin your four hour hike up to the impressive Tarsar Lake. As you move towards the lake you will move along a path filled with steep turns, sharp turns and narrow ridges, accompanied by an incredible view of the valleys and white peaks. 

You can also pass through an immeasurable amount of changes within the alpine which includes meadows, wildflowers, rivers and streams during your hike to the Tarsar Lake which are sure to leave you in awe. The gentleness of the air around and the silence surrounding the hike makes the experience even better. Keep in mind to pace yourself while on the trail as it does possess sections which include rough rocks.

It takes 5-6 hours of trekking to reach Yusmarg located in the Ampter Valley, now devoid of the snow, but surrounded by green pastures and snow-clad mountains. Its crystal clear waters create a soft and attractive image of the high peaks towering over it. Relax for a while near the lake and set up your camp. In the evening hours, one can go for a walk in the area or just enjoy the serenity of the place. You will stay overnight in tents.

• Pack up your tents after which a Tarsar trek starts through fields and valleys blossomed with alpine flowers.  

• Catch breathtaking views of the snowy peaks alongside the rich green hills.  

• The trek goes on for around 5 hours after which Sundarsar is reached and then tents are pitched.  

• Before going to bed, take time out to relax around the beautiful landscape which is captivating in itself. 

DETAILED ITINERARY

After having your breakfast, pack up your tents and embark on a trek from Tarsar to Sundarsar meadow. The trekking route includes beautiful meadows and valleys, with alpine flowers scattered along the trail. The snow capped peaks are already quite the scenery and the chai and cake only add to the wonder. This journey on its own will take you around 4-5 hours and once you reach Sundarsar you can have a peaceful stay at the campsite. Set up your tents and then relax in the stunning surroundings. With utmost comfort leave for bed in your tents.

• The Marsar Lake Trek hosted in mesmerizing mountainous areas always sits high on peoples bucket list. 

• Next up is a tent spent beside the calming lake and then heading towards Homwas.  

• For the downwards trek, the perfect combination of vivid flowers and valleys would uncover itself.  

• Setting up tents beside Homwas will mark the end of your evening in an utterly peaceful manner.

DETAILED ITINERARY 

You are invited for breakfast before making your way to a fascinating Lake – the marsar Lake that sits at an altitude of 4150 meters. The Marsar Lake trek is relatively moderate and provides great views of the encompassing mountain ranges as well as the valleys. The lake, which is nestled amidst the fine alpine meadows, is an excellent location for some relaxation. After Marsar Lake, you would wait for a while before beginning to trek to Homwas. 

The Homwas trek is slightly off-track but still manages to take you downhill through green meadows, excellent valleys, and streams. The area is beautiful and is adorned with rich scenic views filled with mountains and meadows which aid in boosting the peace that it exudes. When you finally make it to Homwas, you need to set up your tent for camping and stretch. Before going back to the camp for some hot food, you can walk around a little. The area is quite calm, allowing you to sleep outside for the night in your tents.

• Looking at streams while trekking back to Aru always ends up being a sight to behold.  

• And during the final stages of the trek, the view makes the bends bittersweet.  

• Now to make your way back to Srinagar, get a vehicle from Aru and set on for a 3 hour journey.  

• At the end when the trek finally comes to a conclusion, everyone gets lost in remembering the magnetic views.

DETAILED ITINERARY 

To begin After having breakfast, head back to Aru via the lush meadows and streams. The gently inclined descent allows one to soak in the breathtaking scenery one last time. Upon reaching Aru, one can easily spot a vehicle that will ferry you back to Srinagar. It takes around 3 hours to reach the place after which one gets a wide view of the picturesque Kashmir Valley. You are free to contemplate and appreciate the journey before you head off to your next destination as the trek comes to an end.