After breakfast at the Hotel, we drive towards Chattergul which is 45 kms (01 hr drive) away from Srinagar. Once we arrive at the base, we pack our loads and backpacks on horses and start the trek. Our trek is a slightly steep treks through the pine/ birch forest. It takes five hours trek from chattergul to reach our camping site at Mahlish. Overnight Camp at Mahlish.

Altitude: 2210 mtrs to 3250 mtrs.

Distance: 08 kms trek.

Duration: Approx 05 hrs from Chattergul.

Grade: Moderate

After early breakfast at the camp, we will leave this beautiful meadow crossing a small icy-water stream. We continue our trek passing lush green meadows to Kolesar Lake and have our lunch at this breathtaking spot. It takes 02 more hours to reach our camp site from Kolesar lake to Gangbal Lake. Once we hike the erect mountain trails and arrive at the horizons of Gangbal Lake, Setup our camp and have an overnight camp at Gangbal lake.

Altitude: 3250mtrs to 3650 mtrs.

Distance: 12 kms trek,

Duration: Approx 07 hours from Mahlish.

Grade: Difficult

Discover the twin Lakes of Nundkol and Gangbal. Gangabal and Nandakol are famous for trout fishing in the region. The Nandakol lake is bewitching in its setting. A jagged glacier clinging to slopes of the Harmukh Peak feeds the lake at its base. The play of light and clouds on the glacier are fascinating to watch! It is a short walk and a river crossing away from the campsite. The Gangabal lake, you will notice, is far less crowded than Nandakol and more tranquil in its setting. The water is clear near the banks revealing colourful pebbles on the waterbed. A mountain sits right on top of it. Remnants of a glacier clinging to its base feed this lake. It is a long and pleasant walk along its banks. Enjoy the beauty and overnight Camp at Gangabal Lake.

Watch your toes and knees on the trail today because, as you have guessed it, we will be descending to the Naranag road head which is where our trek comes to an end. The distance is long and the trail gets steep at the end. From the Gangabal campsite walk along the ridgeline that runs downstream towards the trees. It takes about an hour to reach the treeline. Continue walking along its fringe. For the first 7 kms or so, you don’t really lose altitude. There are gentle ascents followed by flat walks on lush grassy meadows. You also begin to notice the beginning of civilization on the way. A hut or two dot the landscape and makes you wonder what it would be like to live there. Once you cross the 7km mark, the trail begins descending sharply. The track is mostly muddy and runs under a cover of pine trees. One or two kilometres into the descent, Naranag appears in sight but it is still a long way to go. Expect to reach Naranag by afternoon. Our vehicles to Srinagar will be waiting there. We should be in Srinagar by half past 6 in the evening. If you are planning to travel out of Srinagar the same day, ensure you book your transport that leaves the city post 9 to account for any delays on the way.

Altitude: 3650m to 2250m

Distance: 15 kms trek

Duration: Approx 06 hours

Grade: Difficult

Naranag to Srinagar: 02 hrs Drive

After breakfast, checkout from Hotel or Houseboat, you will drive to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey with sweet memories and best wishes from Flymounte Tours and Travels. We Hope to see you Soon again. Thankyou!