Kashmir Great Lakes Trek vs Naranag Gangabal Trek
Compare Kashmir Great Lakes Trek and Naranag Gangabal Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Kashmir Great Lakes Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Naranag Gangabal Trek fits a shorter schedule; Naranag Gangabal Trek is easier on the budget.
Our verdict
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Naranag Gangabal Trek fits a shorter schedule; Naranag Gangabal Trek is easier on the budget.
| Feature | Kashmir Great Lakes Trek | Naranag Gangabal Trek |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate–Difficult | Moderate–Difficult |
| Duration | 8 days | 5 days |
| Max altitude | 13,747 ft | 11,713 ft |
| Best season | Jul – Sep | Jul – Sep |
| Permits | Permit required | Permit required |
| Est. cost | ₹18,000–₹35,000 | ₹12,000–₹25,000 |
| Region | Kashmir Valley, Jammu & Kashmir | Kashmir |