Kashmir Great Lakes Trek vs Warwan Valley Trek

Compare Kashmir Great Lakes Trek and Warwan Valley Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Warwan Valley Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Warwan Valley Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is easier on the budget.

Our verdict

Warwan Valley Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Warwan Valley Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is easier on the budget.

FeatureKashmir Great Lakes TrekWarwan Valley Trek
DifficultyModerate–DifficultDifficult
Duration8 days9 days
Max altitude13,747 ft15,748 ft
Best seasonJul – SepJul – Sep
PermitsPermit requiredPermit required
Est. cost₹18,000–₹35,000₹20,000–₹45,000
RegionKashmir Valley, Jammu & KashmirPir Panjal ranges, Jammu & Kashmir