Overview
An altitude of 3590 meters above sea level, Sheshnag Lake is an oligotrophic lake (water body with low protoctist content and high-quality clear water), home to many fish species along with brown trout. The lake appears green in color thanks to its lush green meadows that surround it creating it a wide-ranging beauty to admire. With a measurement of 1.1 kilometers long and 0.7 km wide, the lake is considered as one of the most stunning sights of Jammu and Kashmir tourism.
Sheshnag Lake is especially fed by the streams and snow mountains on top of it and it always freezes in winter. In addition to its scientific importance, the lake also has special significance for Hindu followers. There are numerous mythological stories associated with the lake, but the most commonly believed is that Sheshnag Lake belongs primarily to Sheshnag, the Lord of the Snakes, and is alleged to have been dug by the Lord himself. Since its presence on the way to the Holy Amarnath Cave, Sheshnag Lake is also a sacred pilgrimage site. Travelers will simply trek this must-visit Pahalgam tourist place from Chandanwadi valley, that is simply about 7 miles away. Between June and September it’s best to go to this lake when it’s simply accessible and at the best of the scenery.
Quicks Facts:
- Region- Kashmir
- Route: Srinagar –Pahalgam – Chandanwari – Zojibal–Nagakoti – Sheeshnag – Pahalgam – Srinagar
- Altitude- 11800 feet
- Duration- 4 days
- Trekking Distance- 23 kilometres
- Difficulty Level- Moderate
- Start Point & End Point- TRC Srinagar
- Base Camp- Aru
- Nearest airport- Srinagar Airport
- Last ATM- At Srinagar
- Best time to visit – July to September
Himalayan Cruise Recommended:
➔ Visit the Floating Vegetable Market early in the morning and witness the culture of Mir Bahris
➔ Head out to the most instagramable café of Srinagar Chai Jaai.
➔ Taste the local cuisines Rogan Josh, Matschgand, Yakhni, Kashmiri Muji Gaad and Kahwa Tea
How to Reach:
By Air: Srinagar International Airport is the nearest airport in Srinagar which has flight connectivity to major cities of India.
By Rail: The closest railway station to Srinagar is in Jammu Tawi which also has trains connectivity all over India.
By Road: Board buses from Chandigarh, Delhi Srinagar
Know Before You Travel
- The above mentioned prices are not applicable on special dates (festivals, year end, etc).Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The difference in the cost shall be borne by the client in case of any amendment in the package due to an increase in the number of guests, hotel change, etc., before the beginning of the trip.
- GST is applicable to the package cost.
- Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package. Any meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are to be considered an exclusion in the deal. Any kind of drink (alcoholic, aerated, or mineral water) is not included in the package cost.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- Carry dry snacks/food, granola bars, etc. from home. Carry a regular and another insulated water bottle with you, so that you can refill.
- Any breakage or damage of any items in the resort will be charged at actuals.
- All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any kind of insurance cover is not a part of the package.
- If in case any traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, all the expenses from that point onwards will be borne by the traveler. Neither the operator nor Himalayan Cruise will be held responsible for such decisions or for any refund.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks recommended.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
Things To Carry
- Warm clothes
- Caps
- Hiking shoes
- Thermal inners
- Walking shoes
Itinerary
Includes/Excludes
Trip Includes
- ➔ An experienced Trek leader who is a certified mountaineer
- ➔ A supporting staff to help and guide you throughout your trek
- ➔ Major trekking equipment of the best quality
- ➔ Safety gears
- ➔ First-Aid kit
- ➔ Meals on scheduled time (Only Veg)
- ➔ Tent or Hotel Accommodation as per the Itinerary
Trip Excludes
- ➔ Airfare.
- ➔ Your Travel And Medical Insurance.
- ➔ Personnel Expenses.
- ➔ Services Not Mentioned Or Promised By Us.
- ➔ Mules or Porters to carry personal luggage and other items on trek
It is mandatory to wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing when moving around in public places. We recommend that you ensure appropriate hand hygiene and wash your hands regularly. Keep a bottle of hand sanitisers with you at all times. It is mandatory to download the Aarogya Setu app on your mobile phone.
Besides this, you will be required to install specific quarantine apps in some states. These help the government agencies to ensure the authenticity of COVID-19 statistics. A negative PCR report taken 72 hours before boarding the flight from the country of origin, or a complete Covid19 vaccination certificate/report is required.
Yes, travelling to Kashmir is absolutely safe. However, don’t be shocked by the abundance of military checkpoints, tanks on the side of the road, military trucks and heavy-armed soldiers roaming down the streets.
Travelling to some parts of Ladakh that lie close to the borders of China and Tibet do require a permit.
The distance between Kashmir and Delhi is approximately 842 kilometres. You can take a flight from New Delhi to Srinagar that will take around 1 hour and 25 minutes. While travelling via train will take you 7 hours and 25 minutes.
Ideally, at least a week would be needed to explore Kashmir and its hidden gems.
Normally Packages start from a budget of INR 12,999 to an extravagant INR 42,999. Check our website to browse through our list of packages.
The internet ban has been lifted in Kashmir, but with certain terms and conditions. Internet services have resumed on postpaid mobiles across 12 districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The ban on social media sites however remains intact.
The best time to visit Kashmir is in the summer season, between the months of April and June.
There are a plethora of must-visit places in Kashmir, some of them are below:
Srinagar – Slice of heaven on Earth.
Sonamarg – Gold Land
Gulmarg – Ski Your Way
Kupwara — Kashmir’s Pleasure
Kathua — A Little-Known Treasure
Kargil is a war-torn region that has seen many battles.
Do not miss out on these places when you are on your Kashmir tour.
The weather of Kashmir in winter blankets the region with a thick sheet of snow. This is between the months of December to February.
The Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport in Srinagar is approximately 6 hours and 33 minutes away from Jammu.
Yes, there are quite a few hotels in Kashmir. However, We will take care of all your accommodation booking hassles.
Some Best popular recommended house-boats in Kashmir are Claremont Houseboats, Montreal Group of Houseboats, Queens Lap House Boat, New Alexandra Houseboats.
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