Heaven On Earth
The Warwan Valley trek is widely regarded as one of the most spectacular treks in India, stretching from Ladakh to Jammu & Kashmir. It offers a unique and exceptional experience that surpasses well-known Kashmir destinations like Sonamarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. The remote and isolated location of Warwan Valley adds to its allure, providing a side of Kashmir that remains unseen by many. The trail itself presents a blend of landscapes, starting in Trans-Himalayan terrain with barren mountains and transitioning into lush greenery typical of Kashmir. The journey culminates in a challenging pass day, featuring a tricky climb and a walk on the Bracken glacier, offering both breathtaking beauty and thrilling adventure.
Embarking on the challenging journey through the Warwan Valley offers a thrilling experience amidst the lush green landscape as a rewarding opportunity following strenuous days of hiking. However, it is important to note that this trek is not suitable for everyone. While it promises to be the most breathtaking trek you will ever undertake, it presents various obstacles that demand physical fitness and prior high-altitude trekking experience. Traversing approximately 20 kilometers daily, you will encounter demanding terrains like glacier walks, moraines, and river overhangs that require careful navigation.
The Warwan Valley Trek is in Kashmir, at a height of 14,500 feet at its highest point. The total trek distance is 78 kilometers. A person who wants this trek must have done at least one trek before, as this trek will be a bit difficult. The location of Warwan Valley makes it a place to explore because of its isolation and remoteness. The daunting beauty of this trek changes while moving through the trail. When you start from Panikhar, you will see the deserted mountains, and as you walk forward, you will pass through river deltas, wildflowers, glaciers, and grasslands.
This section provides a comprehensive, simple explanation of the Warwan Valley Trek, including general day-to-day routing, elevation gain, etc. The basic itinerary is designed to give an overview of the trek; all-inclusive itinerary allows for a more in-depth understanding of the various distances between campsites, the nature/type of terrain that trekkers will be traversing, and the locations of the campsite relative to one another.
In addition to the above, the trek map indicates the specific route of the trekking path, village locations, forest locations, and campsite locations within the trek area enabling trekkers to imagine their trek through snow-covered coniferous forests and alpine meadows. The elevation chart clearly indicates the total elevation gained and lost each day of the trek ensuring that trekkers can prepare adequately before arriving at the basecamp, acclimatize safely to altitude, and have a positive experience on their overall trek.
Srinagar is the capital of Jammu and Kashmir, located in northern India. Here are the various methods to get to Srinagar:
By air: Srinagar has its airport, which is the Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, which is connected to major cities throughout India. Airlines like Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo, and GoAir offer regularly scheduled flights into Srinagar in India from Delhi, Mumbai, and Jammu, as well as other significant cities in India.
By road: Srinagar is well-connected by roads to the major cities of North India. Its National Highway 1A connects Srinagar to Jammu, approximately 300 km away. The journey from Jammu to Srinagar is beautiful and takes about 8-10 hours. The bus is also between Jammu to Srinagar and back, which is more affordable.
By train: The closest railway station for Srinagar can be found at the Jammu Tawi railway station, which is connected to the major cities of India. At Jammu Tawi, you can use a taxi or bus to get to Srinagar.
Trekking with us for the Warwan Valley Trek is entirely safe because we have a team of trek leaders qualified in Wilderness first-aid and complete information about the high-altitude glitches. During the trek, we carry a full first-aid kit that contains all the essential medicines. Before trekking with us, you must ensure that you are medically fit for the trek; for us, your medical fitness is more important than anything else.
Right from our establishment, we at Trekup India have been continuously introducing new safety practices into Indian trekking to ensure the safety of voyagers. Trekup India introduced microspikes and made emergency bottled oxygen mandatory for all treks. Our trek leaders take your daily Pulse oximeter reading. We at Trekup India introduced the radio walkie-talkie as a safety communication device.
We have noticed that most trek-organizing organizations do not follow these systems, but with time, they are following us; several competing companies are adopting these practices and organizing great, safe treks.
We ensure complete technical safety in the mountain. Our company has a vast team of more than 100 guides and trek leaders who serve on Himalayan treks. One of the best things about our team is that all the members are trained professionally by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Indian Mountaineering Foundation Delhi, and Hanifle Center Outdoor Education Mussoorie.
To ensure a perfect Trek, we have introduced some new safety checks to ensure excellent safety for our trekkers.
At Trekup India, you will find a team with local knowledge and fluency in English and Hindi. This helps ensure that you have a fantastic trek. Not only this, but we also pay attention to your health and safety because this is something we cannot ignore. All the team leaders involved in trekking have already undergone several professional courses in first aid, portable altitude chamber training, CPR, environmental awareness training, and advanced wilderness emergency medicine.
We also carry a complete first aid medical kit on every trek and trip we organize. Apart from the medical kit, we take a portable altitude chamber (if needed) and medical oxygen for all high-altitude treks. Our company has significant expertise in organizing all sorts of group adventure holidays for family groups, school and college groups, and friend groups. We have many travel options that suit different fitness levels and travelling styles.
Regardless of the group size, we value each and every member of our trekking groups. Our commitment to personal attention ensures that your needs and safety are always our top priority.
Trekup India has been a stalwart in the Adventure Tourism industry for 30 years. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to providing top-notch treks, voyages, trekking programs, and high-altitude expeditions. Our extensive experience is a testament to our commitment to your adventure and safety.
We organize treks in Uttarakhand, Kashmir, Sikkim, and Himachal while being part of the trekking community; we feature more than 75 documented Himalayan treks. In addition to other outdoor activities, our company also organizes trips for schools, colleges, and families.
Therefore, we maintain the quality of services offered to our valuable customers.
| Item | Characteristic Feature | Pro-tip |
|---|---|---|
Waterproof, Ankle-Height Trekking Boots | These are high quality boots with stiff rubber soles that prevent water entry. | Must be fully broken in. Good with a deep aggressive grip to avoid injury in toe or fingers. |
Trekking Poles (Pair) | Provide 2 additional points of contact for stability on snow / ice and reduce impact on knees while descending. | Use them together to distribute the weight of your pack, this can reduce stress on your knees and ankles. |
Waterproof Gloves (2 pair) | Protects against cold injury. Having two pairs that allows warmth while protecting your hands. | Keep the shell of gloves dry for a waterproof layer for handling snow and keep the inner liner for warmth. |
Gaiters (required) | Create a seal between your boots and trousers to prevent snow from entering your boots / sock. | Put your gaiters on as soon as you reach the snowline; avoiding snow wetting your socks / boots minimizes risk for cold injury. |
High-Grade SPF Sunscreen and Lip Balm | Protects against severe sun / wind burn. It is important for exposed skin at high altitude due to reflection from snow. | Reapply sunscreen to face, neck, and ears every 2 hours spent on the snow. |
Sunglasses (Category 4) | Highest level of protection required to protect against temporary blindness (photokeratitis) | Do not remove sunglasses when you are on the snow because snow can reflect 80% of UV light back into your eyes. |
| Category | Item | Specification & Reason |
|---|---|---|
Headwear | Warm Beanie / Balaclava | Must be thick wool or fleece; cover the ears completely. Important in retaining body heat, as a large percentage of body heat is lost from the head. |
Wide-Brim Sun Hat or Buff | Light material (hat) or synthetic tube (buff). Protects face, neck, and scalp from high-altitude UV radiation from the sun. | |
Upper Body | Moisture-Wicking T-Shirts (2) | Choose Synthetic (polyester) or thin Merino wool; short or long sleeve because cotton actively makes you cold and uncomfortable when you sweat. |
Thermal Base Layer (1) | Mid-weight Merino wool or synthetic long-sleeve top. Provides immediate insulation; it will lock in body heat as the starting point of your heat-trapping system. | |
Fleece Jacket (1) | Mid-to-heavy weight (200-300 GSM) fleece or softshell jacket full of insulation. This layer provides the best warmth-to-weight ratio It can be worn alone or under your shell. | |
Insulated Puffed Jacket (1) | Down or synthetic insulation; rated for 0∘C and below. Your main source of heat protection for cold night camping, evening, and the summit push when below freezing conditions are anticipated. | |
Waterproof & Windproof Jacket (1) | Shell material (e.g. Gore-Tex equivalent) with taped seams. Your outer barrier (shell layer) keeps the rain, snow and penetrating wind out from the mountains. | |
Lower Body | Quick-Dry Trekking Pants (2) | Synthetic, lightweight, and preferably stretchable or convertible. Durable for comfortable walking, fast drying after getting wet from rain or snow. |
Thermal Base Layer (1) | Mid-weight thermal bottoms (wool or synthetic). Vital layer of insulation under your trekking pants in cold walking conditions at camp. | |
Waterproof Rain Pants (1) | Lightweight, packable shell pants. These will protect your trekking pants and base layers from getting wet when it's snowing or raining heavily. | |
For Feets | Create a seal between your boots and trousers to prevent snow from entering your boots / sock. | Put your gaiters on as soon as you reach the snowline; avoiding snow wetting your socks / boots minimizes risk for cold injury. |
Trekking Socks (4-5 pairs) | Wool or some kind of synthetic blend (not cotton). 1-2 pairs should be extraordinarily thick for nights. These will manage moisture in your foot to reduce blisters and provide warmth at night sleeping in a bag or in boots! | |
Camp Shoes | Lightweight sneakers, sandals, or slippers. You'll want these to dry out your trekking boots and let your feet rest when at the campsite. |
| Category | Item | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
Backpacks | Main Rucksack (50-60 L) | For Porter. Good frame of posture and hip belt required. |
Daypack (20-30 L) | Daily carry. Must have water, layers, snacks, camera, and gloves in your daily essentials. | |
Sleeping bag & liner | Sleeping Bag (Rated to −10∘C / 14∘F) | Confirm if Trekup India provides a sleeping bag; if you're renting your bag, make sure it is a reputable outfit. |
Sleeping Bag Liner | A liner adds additional warmth and keeps your bag clean. | |
Hydration | Insulated Water Bottles (2x 1L) | CRUCIAL: No hydration bladders (the tube will freeze). Insulated bottles will keep your water from freezing. |
Hydration Tablets/ORS | Make sure you have enough hydration tablets and/or Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) which are important for replacing electrolytes lost at high altitude. | |
Safety & Navigation | Headlamp with extra batteries | Essential for crossing the pass started early in the morning. |
Basic First-aid kit | With plasters (Compeed!), Band-Aids, antiseptic, pain medication, and then any of your personal medications you might need. | |
Personal | Personal toiletries | Toothbrush, tooth paste, biodegradable soap, toilet paper (pack out!), and hand sanitizer. |
Quick Dry Towel | Material should be water absorbent with light in weight and small in size. | |
Power bank | There will be no place to charge devices on the trek. |
The concept of pricing is the key part of your trekking journey. It defines the value and experience you receive for the price you pay for your trek. For a structured high altitude trek, like Warwan Valley Trek operated by Trekup India provides transparency with the cost & amenities provided to our trekker. Inclusions provide clarity in respect to operator's responsibility; essentially every necessary service, logistical support, group equipment, and permit to have a safe and fully supported trek from start to finish while exclusions provide clarity in respect to individual's responsibility, for all expenses related to personal choice (like a porter), necessary contingency items (like insurance), or mandated fees examined outside the package price (like GST).
Total Trek Cost: ₹ 22,450 / person + 5% GST (Mandatory)
A structured 8–12 week training plan designed to build stamina, strength, and endurance for a safe and successful trek.
Exercises focused on improving stamina, heart health, and endurance to prepare your body for long trekking days.
Exercises aimed at building leg, core, and upper-body strength to handle steep climbs, descents, and carrying a backpack during the trek.
Techniques to improve lung capacity, oxygen intake, and breath control for better performance at high altitudes.
Practices to enhance mental focus, calmness, and resilience, helping you stay relaxed and positive throughout the trek.
A structured, week-by-week workout routine designed to gradually improve fitness, strength, and endurance in preparation for the trek.
| Day | Workout Focus | Week 1 Target | Week 2 Target | Week 3 Target | Week 4 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Endurance | Sustained hiking or walking with a good grip of boots. | 90 minutes | 100 minutes | 110 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Moderate Cardio | Walking, light jogging and cycling by maintaining steady pace where walking is possible | 30 minutes | 35 minutes | 40 minutes | 45 minutes |
| Intensity | Stairs, treadmill on incline or hill repeat | 20 minutes | 25 minutes | 30 minutes | 35 minutes |
| Day | Workout Focus | Week 5 Target | Week 6 Target | Week 7 Target | Week 8 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Endurance | Start carrying ¼ target pack weight | 2.5 hours | 3 hours | 3.5 hours | 4 hours |
| Moderate Cardio | Performing exercise at higher speed than before | 50 minutes | 55 minutes | 60 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Intensity | Increase the intensity of your repeats or steepness of incline | 40 minutes | 45 minutes | 50 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Day | Workout Focus | Week 9 Target | Week 10 Target | Week 11 Target | Week 12 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Endurance | Carry ½ target pack weight. Target daily trek duration | 4.5 hours | 5 hours | 6 hours | 5 hours |
| Long Endurance | Back to back sessions. This session is done on day 2 of fatigue. | 3 hours | 3.5 hours | 4 hours | 5 hours |
| Intensity | Maintain intensity but reduce volume slightly to allow recovery | 45 minutes | 45 minutes | 40 minutes | Rest or 20 minutes light walk |
Planning and organizing all essential gear in advance to ensure comfort, safety, and readiness throughout the trek.
The body’s gradual adaptation to altitude, terrain, and physical exertion to maintain health and performance during the trek.
Trekup India has the expertise and flexibility to tailor your adventure based trekking experience. Whether you are with your friends, family, colleague or being a solo we will provide you customised trekking experience according to your style and fitness level. Trekup India has completed 30 years above with the Adventure Tourism Industry for its commitments and trust. We have been delivering outstanding treks, expeditions, and outdoor programs in the Himalayas since day one. We operate in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir, Ladakh, West Bengal, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan and South Africa with over 75 documented treks in the higher altitude of Himalayas. We are known for our professionalism, safety, and endless passion for the mountains. Below we have mentioned why to choose us, so have a look and be our next trekker for high altitude treks.
1. Unmatched safety and medical preparedness
2. Deep local knowledge and experience longevity
3. Superior trek quality and trekker comfort
4. Commitments to responsible tourism
When you choose Trekup India, you select a company which provides safety endorsement through its experienced staff who deliver high-quality trekking services in accordance with their mountain expertise. The entire trek experience at Trekup India begins with our dedication to delivering high-quality services which maintain your safety throughout the entire trekking.
Selecting a reputable company is one of the most important steps to ensure a successful, enjoyable, and safe trekking experience. To build your total trust in us, we have developed a comprehensive understanding of the four fundamental components of trust in the trekking industry that is: legally accountable, operationally excellent, satisfied customers and financially ethical. Our registered and recognized standing, our proven history of successful treks, and our excellent ratings are all factors of trust you can depend on so that you may enjoy your trek with complete peace of mind, while we take care of your safety and satisfaction every step of the way.
1. Registered and Recognized: A registration and recognition serve to show that we are a stable and trustworthy organisation and we operate under the legal guidelines and safety standards of our respective domains. In addition, you will have legal safeguards against unlicensed or unsafe tour operators.
2. Successful Treks: You can be confident we are competent operators with a proven track record of success. We have been operating since 1993, and our extensive experience has resulted in becoming one of the world's leading logistical, risk management and emergency response specialists in extreme mountain environments.
3. Good Ratings: The organization uses external assessments together with superior client evaluations to measure its performance because these two assessment methods function as its performance measurement system. The documented materials confirm our guides' professional proficiency together with our ability to deliver exceptional trekking services throughout different periods.
4. Transparent Pricing: Our cost breakdown system enables us to provide complete pricing information which prevents any possibility of hidden charges while we establish financial responsibility for our expenditures. All administrative shortcuts have been eliminated from your trek experience because we use your funds to implement essential safety measures and deliver our top-tier services.
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How We Created This Guide?
1. Medical Safety Protocols: We worked with high-altitude medicine specialists to create a comprehensive system of medical safety protocols, including emergency response plans and acclimatization schedules for our high-altitude treks.
2. Testing Logistics & Gear: The success of a high-altitude trek is dependent on the quality of gear used. When we created this planning guide, we included only tested, reliable gear, such as weather resistant tents and calorie-rich nutrition meals.
3. Environmental Responsibility & Planning: The trail uses strict Leave No Trace environmental policies and waste management practices. The environmental impact assessment which we conduct before our trek will help us protect the untouched natural landscape for upcoming trekkers.
4. Transparent Costing: Our transparent costing works as a complete solution which demonstrates our commitment to transparent cost information because it shows all of our expenses in detailed form. We include all expenses which consist of permits and insurance costs and fair wages for our local employees.
Why This Content Exists?
1. To Mitigate Risks and Provide Safety: Trekking is a physically risky event, and this guide is meant to assure you that your safety is not left up to chance. By providing details of our on-the-ground research and medical protocols, we can demonstrate that all routes have been stress-tested.
2. To Create Total Financial Transparency: Many times within the trekking industry there are extreme cases of sticker shock from things like hidden permits, equipment charges, or unanticipated tipping. This guide creates price integrity.
3. Verified by Global Trekker’s: This content was created to demonstrate we have external validation of our performance and move the discussion from we say that we are good to our clients and our independent trekkers say we are good, making an important differentiation for those selecting a trekking partner.
4. Ethical and Environmental Concern: Today’s voices of modern trekkers are being heard more loudly than ever and they are aware of their footprint. By outlining our Leave No Trace principles and our partnership with local communities, we provide a moral compass for the trekker, ensuring your trek contributes to the conservation of wilderness instead of its degradation.
Expert Advice: Get ample rest once you reach Panikhar after the long 10-hour drive passing through Sonamarg, Zogila Pass, Dras, and Kargil.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Lunch and Dinner
Distance: 265 km
Time Taken: approx. 10 hrs
Altitude: Srinagar (5200 ft / 1585 meters), Pankhar (10,700 ft / 3261 meters)
Altitude gain: 5500 ft / 1676 meter
Today’s journey will begin with a 10-hour ride; the first destination you will reach is Sonamarg which is picture-perfect. And like Sonamarg, you will pass through Zogila Pass, Dras, Kargil, and Panikhar. On the way, you will pass through grasslands and some secluded villages. You might also get to see traditional Zanskari houses in towns like Panikhar. Once you have reached Panikhar, you should get ample rest.
Expert Advice: Utilize this day to let your body acclimatize to the 10,700 ft altitude by gently exploring Panikhar village and meeting the welcoming local farmers.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Altitude: Panikhar (10,700 ft / 3261 meters)
Use this day to rest and let your body get acclimatized, and you can use this day to explore the Panikhar village and nearby landscape. As you come by road, you will have come a long distance and be trekking to a high altitude. When you are exploring the village, you will see local farmers busy with their day-to-day life, and when you get to meet them, they seem very welcoming.
Water Source: You will cross many drinkable streams along the trail near the Chalong Nar River, providing plenty of opportunities to rehydrate.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 14 km
Time Taken: approx. 6 hrs
Altitude: Pankhar (10,700 ft / 3261 mtr), Denora (12,350 ft / 3764 mtr)
Altitude gain: 1650 ft / 503 meter
Trek grade: Moderate to Difficult
Begin your morning with a warm breakfast and hot tea, after which you prepare for the trek. The trek begins from Panikhar; from Panikhar, you will soon reach Panikhar Nala/ Chalong Nala. After crossing the bridge over the river, you will see a change in the scenery. You will walk through the narrow valley until you reach the check post of local authorities, where you would have to do customary formalities and then continue the trek. The trail is a four-wheel dirt trek where the landscape changes to a deserted mountain. On the side is Chalong Nar River, which roars through the boulders and rocks. On the trail from there onwards, you will be crossing many streams of water, which is drinkable, but you don’t need to stop at all the streams. There is a place that comes after where you could take a few minute’s breaks known by the locals as Doksa (meadow). Afterward, you would come to Bakarwal settlements after the curved trail, then cross a stream with boulders. Chalong Nala then reaches flat basins where it spreads, where you will see lush meadows. Soon after, you get Denora, which lies round the bend.
Expert Advice: This short, gradual trek passing through river basins and Bakarwal settlements is perfect for taking it easy and enjoying the unfolding meadows and wildflowers.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 3 km
Time Taken: approx. 3 hrs
Altitude: Denora (12,350 ft / 3764 mtr), Kalapari (12,875 ft / 3924 mtr)
Altitude gain: 525 ft / 160 meter
Trek grade: Gradual to Moderate
The following day you will wake up to the smell of icy water; as you prepare to begin the trek, you will see that the trail lies through the streams on the basin. The first landmark you would cross is the Bakarwal settlement at the valley’s base. Once again, you would have to pass through the river basin, after which you would cross Bakarwal huts. Walking further on the trail, you will unfold various meadows and wildflowers. Soon you will reach the camping site with a clear view of the Kalpari top and glaciers, and below that is your camping site.
Expert Advice: Prepare for a very long 11-hour day trekking through snow, glaciers, and moraines to reach Lomvilad Pass; rely heavily on your trekking pole for stability.
Stay: overnight stay at the camp
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 17 km
Time Taken: approx. 11 hrs
Altitude: Kalapari (12,875 ft / 3924 meters), Lomvilad Pass (14,550 ft / 4435 meters), Kaintal (11,550 ft / 3520 meters)
Altitude difference: Kalapari to Lomvilad Pass (1675 ft / 511 meters), Lomvilad Pass to Kaintal (3000 ft / 915 meters)
Trek grade: Moderate to Difficult
In the early morning, have a healthy breakfast and prepare for the challenging and long trek at other campsites. The trail will be covered in snow, and some places might have glaciers. You won’t need cumbersome equipment but just a trekking pole. After you have come far from the campsite, you will pass through moraines and the one lake on this trail with glacier bits floating. On this lake lies a massive brackish glacier named Kaintal Glacier. As the trail progresses, you will be crossing through another glacier. As you get right below Kalapari mountain, you will know as you will see moraines. You will then reach Lomvilad Pass. After that, there you will pass various frozen lakes. The trail will then pass through the snow; you will walk down until you see the entrance to the valley. Then you would reach the river basin, which is at the bottom of the glacier, and there lies your camping site.
Expert Advice: The trail today runs alongside a river and through multiple streams, so ensure your footwear is secure and waterproof.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 17 km
Time Taken: approx. 6 hrs
Altitude: Kaintal (11,550 ft / 3520 meter), Humpet (10,950 ft / 3338 meters)
Altitude gain: 600 ft / 182 meter
Trek grade: Moderate to Difficult
In the morning, wake up to a picturesque view and start your trek from Kaintal. The trail runs along the side of a river. You will then pass through a few Gujar huts; you will then be passing through a few streams. And after crossing the stream, you will come to the river basin; meadows are along the bay. After crossing a few grass fields, you will reach the camping site Humpet.
Expert Advice: Exercise extreme caution on the precariously steep downhill trails and the tricky sections prone to landslides as you enter Warwan Valley.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 16 km
Time Taken: approx. 8 hrs
Altitude: Humpet (10,950 ft / 3338 meters), Sukhnai (9225 ft / 2812 meters)
Altitude gain: 1725 ft / 526 meter
Trek grade: Moderate to Difficult
On this day, the trek will descend the hill; you should also be well prepared for this trek. You will be passing through two valleys before you reach Sukhnai. The route to the Amarnath yatra will also be visible from this trek. First, there is an ascend to the ridge, and once you have reached the ridge, you will be going down the hill. Walking down, you can catch sight of Gujjar huts, Kaintal Nala, and Silver birch trees. After crossing the silver birch tree forest, you will walk on a precariously steep trail until you arrive at a point where trails lead on different sides. You would be following the trail, which is at the top, and then hiking till you reach a waterfall. The trail gets steeper from there on; as you reach the bottom, you will see a clear stream merging into Kaintal Nala to make it one large river. As you come to the end of the valley, you will come across an overgrown army post known by the name Police Kotha. In the other direction of the trail, you will see the Sheshnag trail and know that you have entered Warwan Valley and Kashmir. Then you continue down the trail, and here you are in a tricky section because it is prone to landslides. Once you reach the bottom, you will cross a few streams, some with wooden bridges and some permanent bridges, as you come close to Sukhnai Village. You will notice Sukhnai Village as you continue the trail. It will become evident when you see extensive grasslands across the trail.
Expert Advice: Enjoy the final day's varied terrain of farms, pastures, and villages, taking care to follow the correct path leading to the right after passing the barn near Gumbar Village.
Stay: overnight stay at the campsite
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trek Distance: 18 km
Time Taken: approx. 8 hrs
Altitude: Sukhnai (9225 ft / 2812 mtr), Chaudraiman (8300 ft / 2530 mtr)
Altitude difference: 925 ft / 282 meter
Trek grade: Gradual to Moderate
On the last day of the trek, you will be enjoying the beauty offered by the valley for the last time. This includes grasslands, the lovely Rekenwas village, and the river Marwah. The trek consists of uphill and downhill with farms and pastures. As you come close to the village, you might see some villagers walking past to go to another village. Past the river, you will see Rekenwas village; from there, keep walking by the Marwah River till you see a wooden bridge to cross. The trail then passes through farms and descends slowly after the farms. As you approach Gumbar Village, some coniferous trees lie ahead. As you come close to the village, you will start seeing barn houses and villagers on horses. After you cross the barn, you will see a trail leading in two different directions, and you will follow the trail leading to the right. Then you will go up to a mound, and from the stack, you will go downhill; you will soon arrive at Margi village. After that, you will again cross rivers through a wooden bridge and reach Basmina Village. As you move out of the village, as you walk through, the trail becomes wide enough for four-wheelers which means you are close. After walking for a few hours, you will reach the camping site Chaudraiman.
Expert Advice: Sit back and enjoy the thrilling, scenic 9-hour drive back to Srinagar to conclude your incredible expedition.
Stay: no stay
Meal: Breakfast
Distance: 153 km
Time Taken: approx. 9 hrs
Altitude: Chaudraiman (8300 ft / 2530 mtr), Srinagar (5200 ft / 1585 mtr)
Altitude gain: 3100 ft / 945 meter
This day will be spent driving from Chaudraiman to Srinagar; the road will be thrilling, with some scenic views. As you reach Srinagar, our team will bid farewell to you, and you will be on your own to proceed where you desire.
