National Himalayan Trekking Cum Training Expedition Kashmir Great Lakes 2026

YHAI Base Camp: Near Main Gate, Dachigam National Park, Harwan, Srinagar, J&K – 191123

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State: Jammu & Kashmir

Location: kashmir

Duration: 8N/9D

Valid Age: 18 – 60

Support Contact: 01145999000

Reporting Point: YHAI Base Camp, Near the main gate of Dachigam National Park, Harwan, Srinagar, J&K-191123

 
Overview

🏕️ Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
Organized by: YHAI INDIA

📞 Contact: 7827999000, 011-45999015
📍 Reporting Location:
 
YHAI Base Camp

Near Main Gate, Dachigam National Park

Harwan, Srinagar, J&K – 191123
 
📝 Documents to Bring (at Base Camp):

  1. 🆔 2 Copies of ID Proof
  2. 🏥 Trekking Medical Certificate (Govt. format only – emailed by us)
  3. 🖼️ 2 Passport Size Photos

🌄 About the Trek:
Discover the hidden beauty of Kashmir through this stunning trail, dotted with 6 majestic lakes:

Vishnusar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, Gangabal, and Nandkol – plus many more scenic spots only few have seen!
 
🎯 Purpose:
To give YHAI members a true adventure, encourage love for nature, and promote national integration through outdoor experiences.
📅 Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
 
✅ Inclusions:
👣 Expert Guides & Support Team

🥗 Nutritious Veg Meals

🎒 Trekking Equipment

🛡️ Group Insurance

🌲 Forest Entry Permits

 
Participate Information

🚍 How to Reach:

  1. 🛤️ Nearest Railway Stations: Jammu Tawi / Katra (J&K)
  2. 🚕 Transport: Shared taxis & buses available from Jammu to Srinagar.

⚠️ Important: Read all instructions carefully before booking, including cancellation policy.
 
👥 Who Can Participate:

  1. Age Limit: 18 to 60 years only (strictly enforced)
  2. ✅ YHAI Membership Required
  3. 📄 Must submit Medical Certificate (Govt. format only – emailed by YHAI)

📝 Special Allowance (Offline only):

  1. For regular trekkers outside age limit & fit medically
  2. Must submit Indemnity Bond (₹100 stamp paper) & registration form
  3. Subject to management approval and seat availability

⚠️ Risk Factor – High-Altitude Adventure
This is a moderate to hard trek with risks like:

  1. 🫁 High Altitude Sickness
  2. YHAI will assist in emergencies but is not liable for any health risks.
  3. ❌ No refund for medical withdrawals.

🖥️ How to Participate:
 
✅ Online Booking (₹16,000):

  1. Pay via Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card at www.yhaindia.org
  2. 📄 Get Admit Card after payment
  3. Carry:
  4. 🔹 Admit Card
  5. 🔹 Medical Certificate (Govt. format)
  6. 🔹 Membership Card
  7. 🔹 2 Passport Photos

📝 Offline Booking (₹16,000):

  1. Send Registration Form, Medical Certificate, and Demand Draft (in favor of Youth Hostels Association of India, payable at New Delhi) to:

📬 Trekking Dept., National Office

Youth Hostels Association of India

5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021

📞 Contact: 7827999000

📩 Confirmation subject to seat availability

🪪 No participation without Admit Card & Medical Certificate
 
🍽️ Food Provided:

  1. Morning Tea ☕
  2. Breakfast 🍞
  3. Packed Lunch 🍱
  4. Evening Tea ☕
  5. Dinner 🍛 + Post-dinner drinks (Tea/Coffee/Bournvita)
  6. 🔔 Bring your own plate, mug, spoon, etc.

🏕️ Accommodation:

  1. Tented Stay (Shared)
  2. 🚽 Paka Toilet & Bathroom at Base Camp

🛡️ Safety & Insurance:

  1. Group insurance for accidental death/permanent disability only
  2. Personal travel insurance is strongly advised
  3. YHAI team ensures safety, but is not responsible for unforeseen incidents.

🎒 What to Bring:

  1. Rucksack 🎒
  2. Woolens, Shirts, Cotton Pants 👕👖
  3. Sun Cap 🧢, Trekking Shoes 👟, Socks 🧦
  4. Plate 🍽️, Mug ☕, Spoon 🥄, Lunch Box 🍱
  5. Water Purifying Tabs 💧, First Aid Kit 🩹, Essential Meds 💊
  6. Rain Sheet 🌧️, Camera 📷 (with extra batteries)
  7. Personal Toiletries 🧼🪥

🏖️ Special Casual Leave (Govt. Employees):
Trek approved by Govt. of India (Dept. of Personnel & Training)

📅 Eligible for Special Casual Leave up to 30 days/year

 
Day Wise Schedule

🗓️ Day 1:

📍 Arrival & Reporting at Base Camp (Harwan, Srinagar)

🗓️ Day 2:

🧭 Orientation, 🏃‍♂️ Training & Acclimatization Walk

🗓️ Day 3:

🥾 Trek to Nichnai Camp ⛰️ (11,948 ft)

🗓️ Day 4:

⛰️ Trek to Vishnusar Camp via Nichnai Pass 🏔️ (13,458 ft)

📍 Camp Altitude: 12,152 ft

🗓️ Day 5:

🥾 Trek to Gadsar via Gadsar Pass 🏔️ (13,763 ft)

📍 Camp Altitude: 10,777 ft

🗓️ Day 6:

🚶 Trek to Satsar Camp ⛰️ (11,860 ft)

🗓️ Day 7:

⛰️ Trek to Gangabal Camp via Zaj Pass (13,428 ft)

📍 Camp Altitude: 11,482 ft

🗓️ Day 8:

🏞️ Descend to Naranag Village & 🚐 Transfer back to Base Camp

🗓️ Day 9:

🍽️ Check-out after Breakfast

 
Facts

⚠️ Important Note for Participants

  1. 🧗‍♂️ High-Altitude, Strenuous Trek:
  2. The Kashmir Great Lakes (KGL) trek is challenging and demands strong mental & physical fitness.
  3. If any participant is found medically or physically unfit (due to health, age, skill, etc.), YHAI reserves the right to deny participation or discontinue the trek for their safety.
  4. 🚫 Medical Disclosure is Mandatory:
  5. If a participant intentionally hides any past or present medical condition, YHAI has the right to refuse or stop their participation at any time.
  6. ⚠️ This is for the health & safety of all members.
  7. 🌪️ Force Majeure (Natural Disasters):
  8. YHAI is not liable for trek delays, cancellations, or interruptions due to natural calamities (earthquakes, floods, storms, etc.).
  9. While YHAI will assist as much as possible, no refunds or compensation will be provided.

❌ No Refund / Credit Policy:
In all the above cases (points 1, 2 & 3), refunds, credit vouchers, or compensation will NOT be issued.

 
Reporting Dates

20-07-2026 | 21-07-2026 | 22-07-2026 | 23-07-2026 | 24-07-2026 | 25-07-2026 | 26-07-2026 | 27-07-2026 | 28-07-2026 | 29-07-2026 | 30-07-2026 | 31-07-2026 | 01-08-2026 | 02-08-2026 | 03-08-2026 | 04-08-2026 | 05-08-2026 | 06-08-2026 | 07-08-2026 | 08-08-2026 | 09-08-2026 | 10-08-2026 | 11-08-2026 | 12-08-2026 | 13-08-2026 | 14-08-2026 | 15-08-2026 | 16-08-2026 | 17-08-2026 | 18-08-2026 | 19-08-2026 | 20-08-2026 | 21-08-2026 | 22-08-2026 | 23-08-2026 | 24-08-2026 | 25-08-2026 | 26-08-2026 | 27-08-2026 | 28-08-2026 | 29-08-2026 | 30-08-2026
 
Cancellation Policy

✅ Cancellation Method:

1️⃣ Participants booked online will do online cancellation minimum 10 days prior to your reporting date.

2️⃣ Participants booked offline will inform their cancellation by email to 📧 trekking@yhaindia.org minimum 10 days prior to your reporting date.

⚠️ Only cancellation done as per above method will be eligible for credit shell/refund. The below cancellation policy will however not be applicable if the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date and shall not be eligible for credit shell/refund.

📜 Cancellation Policy:

The Participant, who cancels the programme by serving request minimum 10 days prior to his/her reporting date as per above terms and conditions of “Cancellation Method”, is eligible to get the credit shell or refund as follows:

(a) Credit Shell:-

✔️ In case you are unable to join the programme due to any reason, you will get a 100% Credit Shell of the participation fees which will be valid till 31st December 2026.

✔️ If the next programme opted by you is cheaper, you may use the balance amount in any of the Trek till Dec 2026.

✔️ If the next opted programme is costlier, the trekker has to pay the differential amount.

⛔ Program opted using the Credit Shell cannot be cancelled again.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 You may transfer your seat to your family members and friends also. The seats thus transferred cannot be retransferred or cancelled.

🎯 The credit shell can only be used in booking of adventure programs organised by YHAI. The credit shell will not be used in taking memberships and hostel bookings.

OR

(b) Refund:-

💵 Participants can opt for a 50% refund instead of 100% credit shell if they wish to. The conditions of “Cancellation Method” will be the same as mentioned above. The participant has to inform either offline or online minimum 10 days prior to his reporting date. If the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date the refund request shall not be considered.

📝 Note: If any program will be cancelled due to 🌪️ Natural Calamity / 🏛️ Government Restriction / ❌ Cancellation of Permission or any other reasons, YHAI will be accountable only for program fees and not other expenses which participants have made for joining the program. In these circumstances the decision for participation fees will be considered by the YHAI and will be bound to all.

From 16,000.00

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