It’s a good idea to stay back in Srinagar on the day you return. This voucher is applicable on all our future treks. After mid-July, Tarsar Marsar trek starts, Frozen chunks of the alpine lakes have melted by now. But when the clouds part during this time of the year, you witness brilliant blue skies. But you need an outer padded jacket that keeps the wind and cold out. Now, the snow has almost melted. You are advised to have a travel insurance cover. Rains — more like evening showers — pick up during this time. It has clean rooms with good amenities. Drop down to the river and cross it, first hopping over a few boulders and then crossing a make-shift long bridge. We've relaxed our cancellation policy, knowing that it helps you to register with peace of mind. If you’re of the opinion that fit people don’t get AMS, please get rid of that notion right away. Your ears are sensitive too, so a woollen head cap that covers your ears is absolutely essential. From July to mid-August: July and August are the warmest months of the trek. It takes another half an hour to cover this distance. A sense of wonder at the hidden natural treasures, a sense of despair for the things that could be, a sense of wanting to belong. Just sign up below and be a part of our thriving trekking community. It’s easier and makes trekking more enjoyable. Cutting a tree/plant, killing/injuring any animal, polluting water bodies/glaciers will prompt legal action. There are airport buses every half an hour which take you to TRC. I think the best photos of the lake come from this section. Our trek leaders carry a high altitude medical kit with them which also consist of. Beyond, the Lidder rushes out of a curve around more gorgeous fir forests. The trail is tricky with some gradient. – Cancellation upto 7 days before the start date of the trek — Get a complete cash refund (minus 4% transaction fee). If for some reason a trekker is unable to carry his or her backpack, he/she can offload the same by paying an additional charge. Prepaid SIM cards do not work in Kashmir, only post paid. Tarsar-Marsar Trek is one of the highly opted treks of the Kashmir Valley. The twin lakes are known from 16th Century during the period of the ruler of Kashmir, Yusuf Shah Chak. The village is a cluster of lovely cottages with slanted tin roofs. On my left were vast grasslands, stretched out in a big oval arch. The trail to Tarsar starts to climb right behind the PDA huts – following the course of the river flowing alongside. There were times when I had to get down to the Lidder — its waters swishing around my ankles. We cannot stress enough on how important it is for you to communicate any symptom to your Trek Leader. If you have registered for this trek, then here is some information that you must know in order to have a safe trek. Duration: 7 Days/6 Nights 6th to 12th July 2020. 3. The best time to do Tarsar Marsar trek is from the. You can redeem these on any of your future treks with Indiahikes. Attend to your uneasiness and take curative measures. Stop for lunch en-route, you are expected to reach Aru by 4 in the evening. You get them an hour or so before you reach Sundarsar. There are also plenty of places to pitch camp. Meanwhile, contact your trek leader before consuming any of these medicines listed here. The food was also good and the games, discussions initiated by trek leader gave us an opportunity to know trek mates and help each other when needed. Ten minutes later, spot a few Bakkarval shelters on your left. Day 1: Start drive from Srinagar to Aru at 2.30 pm On the. We provide trekkers with nutritious meals to ensure that they are energized to complete the trail each day. –>Gradually increase your pace by running 4 times a week and bring it down to 5 km in less than 37 mins. If your trek start day is 24 July, book your air tickets for 23 July to either Srinagar. They prevent sun burns in every possible way. Would highly recommend others to go for it. : The next option is to take a private cab. It leaves the river below and climbs very quickly into the pine forest above you. There are three life-saving medicines that we suggest you always carry on you – Diamox, Dexamethasone and Nifedipine. Fly directly to Srinagar. We don't want you to worry about losing out through cancellations. A staff will accompany you. It also contains details of what symptoms one should look out for and what action should be taken during emergencies. You will reach Aru by 4 pm. Everything went perfectly. You can keep an eye on this page and we’ll have dates out soon! Look back to take a commanding view of the entire region of Aru. If you are 45 years or above, cover 5 km in 45 minutes.This is a minimum, mandatory requirement. I just loved sitting on a ledge, high above the lake, watching the long stretch of blue waters of Tarsar as the morning sun catches it at its best. I have to admit, the Tarsar Marsar is my favourite trek in Kashmir, even more than the Kashmir Great Lakes. You are expected to wash your own cutlery. Even the anticipation of your walk on the valley floor is enough to set the heart racing.