Gangbal–Nundkol Trek — 4 days, 11,700 ft · ₹8,999

Description

Naranag, Ganderbal · Jammu & Kashmir Gangbal–Nundkol

Twin lakes at the feet of mighty Harmukh

Duration 4 days Highest point 11,700 ft Grade Moderate Season Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct Fee ₹11,500 ₹8,999 + 5% GST

Why this trek is special

✦ Gangbal & Nundkol — glacier-fed twins beneath Harmukh's icefall

✦ The Great Lakes finale, done as its own short trek

✦ Start beside the 8th-century Naranag temple ruins

✦ Trout-filled waters and meadow camps

Difficulty: Moderate

Rated 3/5 on the TrekNova Adventures scale — based on altitude gain, trail length, terrain and exit options.

Altitude profile

Day-wise itinerary

Tap a day to expand. Distances and timings are for an average fit trekker.

Drive up the Wangath valley to the ancient stone temples of Naranag, then take the steep shepherd trail up through pines to the hanging meadow of Trunkhol. Harmukh appears at the top of the climb.

What's included

✓ Inclusions

✓ All meals on trek

✓ Alpine tents on twin sharing, sleeping bags & mats

✓ Trek leader + local guides

✓ Ponies for camp equipment

✓ All camping fees & permits

✗ Exclusions

✗ Transport Srinagar ↔ Naranag (shareable cab)

✗ Backpack offloading

✗ Personal expenses

Permits & paperwork

Army and police ID checks are common on Kashmir routes — carry an original govt. photo ID; foreign nationals must carry their passport. Itineraries can adjust to local advisories.

Backpack offloading

Don't want to carry your rucksack? Our mules and porters will carry it camp-to-camp while you walk with a light daypack. Bags must be under 9 kg, soft-sided, without wheels.

Full trek: ₹1,400 / bag Per day (at basecamp): ₹350 / bag

Cancellation policy

30+ days before trek Full refund minus payment gateway fee, or 100% credit voucher

15–30 days before 50% refund, or 90% credit voucher

Under 15 days No refund — transfer your spot to a friend for free

Build your booking

Live price with GST — no surprises at checkout

Trekkers

₹8,999 / person

Bag Offloading

₹1,400 / bag, full trek · max 9 kg

Rent Gear

🥾 Trekking Shoes ₹599

🧥 Padded Jacket ₹499

🥢 Trekking Pole (pair) ₹249

🌧️ Rain Poncho ₹199

🔦 Headlamp ₹149

🎒 Backpack 55L ₹549

Trek fee × 1 ₹8,999

Subtotal ₹8,999

GST @ 5% ₹450

Total payable ₹9,449

Free cancellation up to 30 days before the trek · Permits included

When to do Gangbal–Nundkol ? Month-by-month guides

Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.

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