Tarsar Marsar Trek
Tarsar Marsar Trek
Kashmir
Location
Kashmir
Duration
7 days
Max Altitude
13500 ft
Trekking
48 km
Grade
Moderate
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Monday–Saturday: 10 AM to 06 PM (GMT +5:30)
Location
Kashmir
Duration
7 days
Max Altitude
13500 ft
Trekking km
48 km
Grade
Moderate
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Monday–Saturday: 10 AM to 06 PM (GMT +5:30)
Overview
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Why Tarsar Marsar is a Must-Do Trek?
One day, if you wake up in the meadows of Kashmir on your trek to Tarsar Marsar, that moment, your entire life is going to dissolve into a distant dream. As though you have just crossed the threshold and come to heaven. The famous couplet of the Persian poet shall ring true— if there is a paradise on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here!
The valley of Kashmir is an experience that may rob the most masterful wordsmith of adjectives, but never fail to brew unceasing lyricism in the heart of her beholders. Kashmir’s inherent classical romanticism aside, there are some things exclusively special to trekking and the Tarsar Marsar twin lakes trek brings all of them together.
Grasslands like velvet, walking through hovering pine trees that are beautiful and fragrant, little thatched roofed hamlets peopled by beautiful humans, the perfect stillness of azure waters, and camping by the glacial lakes that give the trek its name. What’s more wonderful, on practical trekking terms, Tarsar Marsar doesn’t charge a great deal of physical challenge, acclimatization prerequisites, or exhaustion.
Special Note: Lately, there has been much apprehension regarding Treks in Kashmir owing to perennial reports of trouble brewing in the valley. Therefore, in a responsibly organized journey, with some foresight, we wish to add an extra day or two to the 7-day itinerary.
If we must make an emergency halt, the need for which we pray doesn’t occur, these buffer days will be useful. This can be confirmed and elaborated upon at the time of your trek registration.
Srinagar To Aru Base Camp
- Altitude: 2,400 m/ 7,950 ft.
- Drive Distance(Srinagar To Aru): 112 km.
- Drive Time: 4 hrs.
Aru To Lidderwat
- Altitude: 2,800 m/ 9,150 ft.
- Trek Distance: 10 km | Duration: 6 - 7 hrs.
Lidderwat To Shekwas
- Altitude: 3,350 m/ 11,000 ft.
- Trek Distance: 6 km | 5 hrs.
Shekwas To Tarsar And Explore Tarsar
- Altitude: 3,800 m/ 12,500 ft.
- Trek Distance: 4 km | 3 - 4 hrs.
Tarsar To Sundarsar
- Altitude: 4,000 m/ 13,000 ft.
- Trek Distance: 6 km | 5 hrs.
Visit Marsar And Then Homwas
- Altitude: Marsar Ridge: 4,100 m/ 13,100 ft | Homwas: 3,500 m/ 11,500 ft.
- Trek Distance: 11 km | 7 hrs.
Homwas To Aru And Drive Srinagar
- Altitude: 2,400 m/ 7,950 ft.
- Trek Distance: 13 km trek | 6 - 7 hrs.
- Drive Distance: 112 km | 4 hrs.
Please note that prepaid sim cards do not work in Kashmir.
Don’t forget your ID proof in original and 2 photocopies.
- Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 100 beats per minute).
- Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 75 – 85, SYSTOLIC 100 - 130 mm Hg).
- Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute).
- Should not have Liver and kidney issues.
- Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Heart problems, Hypertension, etc.
- No pacemaker implant.
- People with Sinus issues, Epilepsy please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek.
- If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents) Click here to download Medical & Disclaimer Form
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Pick-Up Information
- Pick-up location: Tourist reception center, Raj Bagh, Srinagar.
- Once you have reached Srinagar, TTH will manage the rest of your travel arrangements, if you have opted for TTH's pick-up service, you can select this option during the booking process by adding it as an add-on.
- Do reach Srinagar one day before your trek date for a safer side.
- Pick-up Place & Time: Tourist reception center, Raj Bagh, Srinagar 12:00 noon.
Options to Reach Srinagar
1. If you are planning to fly to Srinagar which is well connected to all major airports in India, you can reach the Tourist reception center, Raj Bagh in appx 40 min via taxi from the airport (approx 13 Km).
2. If you’re coming by train, there are two railway stations.
- Jammu railway station is about 260 km away and takes around 8 hours by bus.
- Udhampur is 200 km away and from there, it is a 6-hour bus journey to Srinagar.
3. If you are taking a bus from Jammu, then you have multiple options to take. There are two gates outside Jammu ISBT. You will get shared cabs from both of these gates.
4. If you are reaching the Railway Station, the share cabs to Srinagar will cost between Rs 700 to Rs 1000.
5. Shared cabs are more from the Jammu ISBT compared to the Railway Station. You can travel from the Railway station to the bus stand. The fare of the bus will be Rs 10. The auto will charge around Rs 80 to 120.
Drop-Off Information
- The designated drop-off point is Nishat Garden near the parking area, Srinagar.
- Arrive in Srinagar by 6:00 pm.
- If you have to make any arrangements for further travel from Srinagar, do it the next day.
- TTH offers comfortable transportation through Tempo Traveler, Bolero, or equivalent vehicles. If you wish to upgrade your mode of transportation, please contact your trek coordinator for further assistance.
1. Accommodation (as per the itinerary):
- Guest house (Triple sharing).
- Camping (Twin sharing basis).
2. Meals (Veg + Egg):
- Day 1 Dinner to Day 7 packed lunch as per the itinerary.
3. Support:
- 1 Versatile base camp manager handles communication and deploys extra manpower in emergencies.
- 1 Mountaineering & First aid qualified professional trek Leader.
- 1 Experienced high altitude chef.
- Local experienced guides (Number of guides depending on the group size).
- Enough support staff.
4. Trek equipment:
- Sleeping bag, Sleeping liners (if required), Mattress, Utensils.
- 3 men all season trekker tent (twin sharing), Kitchen & Dining tent, Toilet tent.
- Camping stool, Walkie talkie.
- Ropes, Helmet, Ice axe, Harness, Gaiters & Crampon (if required).
5. First aid:
- Medical kit,Stretcher,Oxygen cylinder,Blood pressure monitor,Oximeter,Stethoscope.
6. Mules/porters to carry the central luggage.
7. Cloakroom facility available at the base camp for additional luggage.
8. All necessary permits and entry fees, Upto the amount charged for Indian.
9. Services from Aru to Aru.
10. Trek Completion Certificate.
Trek Essentials
Cancellation Terms
To request a cancellation, please email us at info@trekthehimalayas.com using your registered email ID.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
- No cash refund
- 20% trek fee cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
- To reschedule a trek (same trek only), a 30 % rescheduling fee of the trek cost will apply.
Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% trek fee refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek).
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by TTH
- TTH holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
Booking and Payments
- The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking.
- Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by TTH. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund.
- In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances.
- Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation.
- All add-on bookings are subject to the respective add-on cancellation policy, and refunds will be processed accordingly.
- Voucher Terms
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher
Itinerary and Modifications
- TTH reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip.
- If TTH cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from:
- An alternate Trip/date.
- A credit voucher valid for one (1) year.
- Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant.
- If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at TTH’s discretion.
- TTH shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees.
Force Majeure
- Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, TTH shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure.
Government employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per Pay Commission guidelines, up to 30 days of Special Casual Leave can be availed in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions conducted through a registered organisation.
Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator with the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), making your trek eligible for SCL benefits.
To apply, email us at info@trekthehimalayas at least 20 days before the trek departure date, with the following details:
- Trek name and trek date
- Booking details
- Full name
- Designation
- Department and department address
This benefit is exclusive to Indian Government employees and is applicable only for treks within India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The Tarsar Marsar Trek is a mesmerizing expedition that takes adventurers deep into the heart of Kashmir's pristine wilderness. As you embark on this breathtaking journey, you find yourself immersed in a world of unparalleled natural beauty. The trail meanders through verdant meadows adorned with vibrant wildflowers, painting a picture-perfect landscape that seems straight out of a dream. Towering snow-capped peaks stand tall, their majestic presence commanding respect and awe. The crystal-clear waters of the Tarsar and Marsar lakes mirror the surrounding mountains, creating a surreal reflection that evokes a sense of tranquility and wonder. With each step, the trail unveils new vistas, from lush forests to rugged rocky terrains, offering a diverse and ever-changing backdrop that keeps your spirit engaged. As the sun sets, the sky transforms into a kaleidoscope of colors, casting a warm glow on the rugged landscape. Camping under a star-studded canopy, you are lulled to sleep by the gentle melody of nature.
Tarsar Marsar Trek is a 48 km trek.
The best time to do Tarsar Marsar Trek is during monsoon (Jul - Aug) and autumn (Sep - Mid Nov).
Tarsar Marsar Trek is an easy to moderate grade trek.
The maximum altitude reached during the trek is 13,500 ft.
To embark on the Tarsar Marsar Trek, you are required to obtain a few permits and permissions like the Inner Line Permit, and Wildlife Permit. When you trek with us, we obtain all the necessary permits for you.
During the Tarsar Marsar Trek, the accommodation is arranged in guesthouses in base villages and during the trek in camps (twin-sharing).
Tarsar Marsar Trek is a 7-day long trek.
Here are some of the essentials you should carry for the trek:
1. Trekking shoes: A good pair of trekking shoes is essential for a comfortable trek. Make sure your shoes are well-fitted, sturdy and provide good grip on the trail.
2. Warm Clothing: The weather can be unpredictable in the mountains, so it's important to carry warm clothing, including thermal innerwear, fleece jackets, down jacket, and waterproof jacket.
3. Trekking pants: Carry comfortable and quick-drying trekking pants that are suitable for the weather conditions.
4. Backpack: A good quality backpack with a capacity of 40-50 liters is ideal for carrying your essentials during the trek.
5. Sleeping bag: A good quality sleeping bag is essential for a comfortable stay during the camping nights.
6. Headlamp/Flashlight: Carry a good quality headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries for trekking during early morning or late evening hours.
7. Water bottle: Carry a reusable water bottle and stay hydrated throughout the trek.
8. Snacks: Carry energy bars, dry fruits, and snacks for instant energy during the trek.
9. First aid kit: Carry a basic first aid kit, including band-aids, antiseptic cream, pain relief spray, and medicines for altitude sickness.
10. Sun protection: Carry sunscreen lotion, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself from the harsh sun rays.
11. Trekking poles: Trekking poles can help in maintaining balance and reduce the strain on your knees while trekking.
The safety of any trekking expedition, including the Tarsar Marsar Trek, depends on various factors such as weather conditions, individual fitness levels, preparedness, and adherence to safety guidelines. While trekking in remote areas always carries inherent risks, taking necessary precautions can help mitigate potential dangers. Engaging the services of an experienced local trekking corporation can greatly enhance your safety. They possess valuable knowledge of the terrain, weather patterns, and emergency protocols, which can be invaluable during your trek.
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