Bodpathri Lakes Trek, Kashmir (2024) - Images, Timings

Bodpathri Lakes Trek, Kashmir Overview

The Bodpathri Lakes Trek is a less-explored gem in Kashmir, offering a unique experience away from the more popular trekking routes. With an altitude of 13,100 ft and a total distance of 50 km, this trek promises untouched beauty and serene landscapes. Starting from Doodhpathri, the trail passes through pine-covered hills, alpine lakes, and meadows with breathtaking views of Pir Panjal and surrounding peaks. The trek is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including the chance to spot Golden Oriole birds.

1. Day 1: Srinagar to Doodhpathri by Road

Stay: Overnight at the campsite
Trek Distance: 54 km, Time Taken: 2 hrs
Altitude: Srinagar (5200 ft), Doodhpathri (8957 ft)
Tr (Read More)ek Grade: By road

2. Day 2: Doodhpathri to Ashtaar Valley by Trek

Stay: Overnight at the campsite
Trek Distance: 10 km, Time Taken: 7 hrs
Altitude: Doodhpathri (8910 ft), Ashtaar Valley (11,535 (Read More) ft)
Trek Grade: Gradual – Moderate

3. Day 3: Ashtaar Valley to Gurwansar by Trek

Stay: Overnight at the campsite
Trek Distance: 7 km, Time Taken: 6 hrs
Altitude: Ashtaar Valley (11,535 ft), Gurwansar (12,500 (Read More)ft)
Trek Grade: Gradual – Moderate

4. Day 4: Gurwansar to Duriem

Stay: Overnight at the campsite
Trek Distance: 9 km, Time Taken: 7 hrs
Altitude: Gurwansar (12,500 ft), Pamsar Lake (13,050 ft) (Read More), Duriem (12610 ft)
Trek Grade: Moderate – Difficult

5. Day 5: Duriem to Gadtar via Bodsar Lake, Trastar Lake, Navkansar I, II & Damasar Lake

Stay: Overnight at the campsite
Trek Distance: 10 km, Time Taken: 8 hrs
Altitude: Duriem (12610 ft), Bodsar Lake (13,000 ft), G (Read More)adtar (12,530 ft)
Trek Grade: Moderate – Difficult

6. Day 6: Gadtar to Tosamaidan by Trek and From Tosamaidan to Srinagar by Road

Stay: No stay
Trek Distance: Gadtar to Tosamaidam by Trek – 9 km, Tosamaidan to Srinagar by road – 80 km, Time Taken: Gadtar to Tosamaidam by Trek &n (Read More)dash; 5 hrs, Tosamaidan to Srinagar by road – 3 hrs
Altitude: Gadtar (12,530 ft), Tosamaidan (10,070 ft), Srinagar (5200 ft)
Trek Grade: Gradual to Moderate by Trek