TREKS · 7-DAY · HARD · MAX 3970M
Tarsar Marsar Trek.
Tarsar Marsar Trek
Tarsar Marsar Trek is a hard 7-day, 46 km trek, topping out at 3,970 m. The route takes in Two stunning alpine lakes; Kashmir meadow camping; Shepherd trail. Best months: June–September. Watch points: High altitude; remote — no evacuation; weather unpredictable. Fitness level: high, not recommended for children under 14. Nearest hospital: PHC Aru area. District Hospital Pahalgam 12km from Aru. Serious cases: SKIMS Srinagar 95km. Network coverage: Jio/Airtel at Aru and Pahalgam. No signal from Lidderwat onwards. Zero coverage at lakes. BSNL very patchy at Lidderwat only.
Warnings
⚠High altitude
⚠Remote — no evacuation
⚠Weather unpredictable
⚠Permit required
Campsites
Lidderwat
2,800mMeadow camp at river confluence, flat ground, gujjar huts nearby, campfire area
Shekwas
3,400mAlpine meadow, flat ground, exposed, no facilities
Tarsar Lake
3,970mGrassy bank above lake, flat ground, cold and windy, stunning views, no facilities
Homwas
3,200mForest camp, stream, flat ground, sheltered by trees
Cost Estimate
Budget = own gear, local guide mandatory Rs 1500/day. Horse Rs 1000/day. Operators (Kashmir trek companies) include Srinagar transport, all camping, meals, guide, horses, cook.
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