White Magic Adventure Travel

TARSAR MARSAR TREK

India, Kashmir

8 DAYS
12 MAX GROUP SIZE
3980m
MAX ALTITUDE
4 Moderate Trek

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20 Aug - 27 Aug 2024

69520

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The Tarsar Marsar Trek is a popular trekking route in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. The trek takes you through some of the most beautiful alpine lakes, high altitude meadows, and breathtaking landscapes that the Himalayas has to offer. The trail which starts from Aru in the Pahalgam valley to the east of Srinagar, passes through pristine mountain terrain of the Kashmir Himalaya, offering stunning views of snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, and lush green forests. We pass through three magnificent lakes on this trek - Tarsar, Sundersar and Marsar - each of them glittering in various shades of blue and green, which is a treat to the eyes; and hiking beside them a soothing experience for the soul.

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrive Srinagar airport by afternoon and transfer to Srinagar city

You will be received at the Airport and we drive to a Hotel in Srinagar City. We have free evening for briefings, last-minute packing etc. Overnight Hotel

Day 02: Drive to Aru & trek to Lidderwat (2780m) - 4hrs

The trail from Aru to Lidderwat is a 10 km journey that takes 4-5 hours to complete. It starts with a climb straight out of the village, following the Lidder River. The trail passes through fir trees, clear streams, open grasslands, and pine clusters. The endpoint is Lidderwat, a beautiful meadow with a few Gujjar huts. Overnight Camp

Day 03: Trek to Sekuwas - 4.5 - 5hrs

We start the day's trek with an hour and a half of ascending moderately steep section, after which a stunning view of the wide-sweeping grasslands and towering mountains opens up. We then cross the river and climb the trail to Homwas. From there, the trail continues to climb through undulating meadows to Shekwas camping grounds, passing by an old cluster of Silver Birch trees and breathtaking views. Overnight Camp

Day 04: Trek to Tarsar lake (3780m) - 4 hours

Today's trek through the lush green meadows, which we start by climbing a small ridge high above the stream after which the trail climbs steeply to a high-point offering incredible views. Two more hours from there, a narrow glimpse of Tarsar lake appears, a delightful sight which refreshes you. We then walk on rolling terrain for the last section to our campsite. Overnight Camp

Day 05: Trek to Sundarsar (5-6hrs)

The trek to Sundarsar is via a short pass which is also called the Tarsar Pass by some. Apart from the short climb to the top of the pass, the day entails walking on expansive yet gentle mountain slopes with multiple streams enroute. Overnight Camp

Day 06: Trek to Homwas via Marsar (7hrs)

Perhaps the longest of the trek but one where exhaustion is compensated by wonderful landscape. After multiple short ascents and descends on rolling hills, we navigate a boulder field after which we get a glimpse of the expansive Marsar Lake, an awe-inspiring sight at 3800m. After soaking in the sights of Marsar Lake to our heart's content, we descend down to Homwas. Overnight Camp

Day 07: Finish trek at Aru (6hrs) & drive 1hr to Srinagar

A day where we are mostly descending down towards civilisation through meadows and small chinar jungles to a the road-head at Aru, from where we board the vehicles to drive to Srinagar. Overnight at Hotel

Day 08: Transfer to Srinagar Airport to fly back home

We drop you to the Airport and say our good-byes! Trip ends.

Trip Cost

69520

SRINAGAR TO SRINAGAR , TWIN SHARING

TRIP COST INCLUDES

- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Twin-sharing accommodation for 2 nights in Srinagar in a 3 star hotel
- Twin-sharing accommodation in tents with foam sleeping mats for all nights on the trek
- Full board camping arrangements on the trek with a kitchen tent, mess tent, tables, stools, and toilet tents
- All meals starting from dinner on Day 1 till breakfast on Day 08 (except any meals during the drives, if any)
- Mules for porterage of personal and group luggage
- All trekking arrangements with an experienced guide, and support staff
- All permits
- GST (subject to change as per Govt. policy)

TRIP COST EXCLUDES

- Any air fare, airport taxes etc
- Sleeping bag (available at a rental of INR 3000 per bag for the whole trek) and items of personal clothing.
- Expenses of personal nature like laundry, insurance, beverages, and snacks at the hotel or during the drive.
- Any tips for guides, cooks & porters
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions, and other circumstances beyond our control

Cancellation terms

If it becomes necessary to cancel your trip, you must notify the office immediately in writing. The following terms would be applicable.

• More than 45 days prior to departure - we will refund the entire amount received by us minus a processing fee.

• Less than 45 days prior to departure - 25% of the Trip Cost as the cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.

• Less than 30 days prior to departure - 50% of the Trip Cost as cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.

• Less than 21 days - the entire amount would be forfeited.

The tour price is quoted as a package. No partial refunds or credit will be given for services not used. We recommend that you obtain cancellation travel insurance upon booking. If you can replace your spot by getting someone else to take that seat cancellation charges would be waived completely.

Pls note that these cancellation terms may be amended from time to time.