Regarded as Kashmir’s highest alpine lake of Kashmir Himalaya- Barafsar Lake- located at an altitude of 15100ft (4605 mtr). Barafsar or also known as Durinar 3 Lake trek takes you through the magnificent views of the Kashmir Valley. Located near the serene destination of Sonamarg, the trek starts from Sarbal Village which happens to be the last village of Kashmir from North- East side when entering the lunar landscape of Ladakh.  This adventurous trek takes you to three alpine lakes namely Durinar I (4171M), Durinar II/ Nilnag Lake (4270M) and ultimately to Durinar III/ Barafsar Lake at 4605 M (15,100 FT). The alpine lake is extremely beautiful and scenic beauty which will come to your mind. This Adventurous trek not only limits us Alpine Lake but also to serene views of Kolohoi Pass, Thajwas wildlife sanctuary, Crystal peak, Mount Innominate and Mount Valehead en-route. Basically, this is a trek of 4000ers meter altitude above the sea level trek.  This amazing spot comes with additional serenity where you can rest your head and take a deep breath and soak into the validity of this awesome place.

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  1. Day 1 ARRIVE AT SRINAGAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT- MAMMAR BASECAMP (74KM, 1HR 55MIN)

    • On arrival meet our representative and transfer to Mammar Basecamp,
    • Enroute witness the beautiful Sind River and Sind Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains,
    • Check-in at Mammar basecamp and get refreshments,
    • Go for rafting in Sind River in evening from basecamp Mammar (on direct payment),
    • Overnight stay at Mammar Deluxe Tents/ budget tents

  2. Day 2 MAMMAR – SARBAL VILLAGE (45KM, 1HR 40MIN)- DURINAR MEADOWS (3-4HRS APPROX)

    • After Breakfast at Mammar Basecamp we Depart to Sarbal village via Sonamarg early morning at 8.30 am. 
    • We will continue our subsequent adventure to Sarbal village. After having a quick briefing, we will start the 3-4hours approx. of trek to beautiful Durinar meadows. This meadow is surrounded by towering cliffs and flowing glaciers. You can see shepherds here with their sheep and goats. 
    • Overnight stay will be arranged in tents in Durinar meadows.
    •  Dinner will be served and some fun activities will be organized.

  3. Day 3 DURINAR MEADOWS – DURINAR LAKE 1 & 2 (4-5HRS APPROX.)

    • After breakfast, we start our next journey to Durinar lake. Your trek starts off-evolved with steep climbs and retains alongside a well-described uphill route to Durinar Lakes.
    •  The stroll is surrounded by meadows and towering snow peaks. A crystal blue lake is found to be harbored in a giant granite rock. We pitch our tents at an area that serves as summit camp for 2 excellent alpine peaks.
    •  Overnight stay in tents at an alpine altitude of 4170m

  4. Day 4 TREK TO DURINAR LAKE 3/ BARAFSAR AND BACK (7-8HRS APPROX.)

    • After Breakfast in early hours, we prepare ourselves for the adventure day ahead.
    • Today we begin early as we can be attaining the highest point of the trek. The day will start with sluggish ascends and descends. 
    • We trek further up to view Nilnag lake after which we will push similarly 350 meters parallel to a Glacier until we reach the very best alpine lake called Barafsar Lake (4700m). 
    • The lake starts getting its shades while the sun shines. On a clear sunny morning, the water is actually blue. To the extreme, we will locate Mount Valehead and Kazim ridge at the left facet. 
    • We will relish a few picturesque views and then descend back to Durinar camp, 
    • Overnight stay in tents.

  5. Day 5 DESCEND BACK TO SARBAL VILLAGE (7-8HR) AND TRANSFER TO SRINAGAR (85KM, 2HR 30MIN)

    • Trek starts after breakfast. First of all, for the first two hours, we will be descending. On the other hand, sluggish ascends and descends. We hike through a Pass via Zabnar. 
    • On the way, we get a charming view of glacier beds of Thajwas and few other mountains. 
    • Finally, the golden meadow will welcome us and we will make way to Srinagar from Sarbal Village.
    • Evening at leisure.
    • Overnight stay in houseboat Nigeen lake.

  6. Day 6 SRINAGAR LOCAL SIGHTSEEING SRINAGAR

    • After Breakfast we pack for Srinagar local sightseeing.
    • We visit world famous Mughal gardens- Shalimar Garden, Nishat Garden, and Dal Lake.
    • 1hr Dal Lake Shikara ride.
    • Shopping at City center Lal Chowk.
    • Overnight stay at Houseboat/ Hotel.

  7. Day 7 SRINAGAR – SRINAGAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (10.3KM, 30MIN)

    • After breakfast, leave from hotel and drive to Srinagar Airport to connect to onwards destination with memories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who Can Go?
A. Here are the fitness criteria one has to match absolutely for conquering Goechala Trek with us:
  • Experience of any high-altitude trek, at least 1 trek.
  • The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress.
  • A goods carrying benchmark relevant in this expedition, the climber should be able to carry a 10 to 15 kg expedition bag pack.
  • Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have these conditions mentioned above.

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