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Tarsar Marsar Trek is one of India’s most picturesque treks.. Tarsar Marsar Trek is a stunning trek with three alpine lakes- Tarsar, Marsar and Sundarsar that mesmerizes with its beauty. This trek provides a refreshing experience to the travelers.
OVERVIEW
Kashmir is home to the famed Tarsar Marsar Trek, as well as a plethora of other breathtaking hiking trails.The trek leads to three incredible alpine lakes, namely Tarsar, Marsar and Sundarsar. As one of the best of all trekking destinations in India, experiencing this trekking takes on another touch of beauty altogether.
The trail on this trek passes through the iconic grasslands of Kashmir, stunning high altitude pastures, and through forests and pastures. The campsites on this trek sit right next to the surreal beauty of these lakes, and one gets to see a vast sky surrounded by a million stars. You can also catch a glimpse of an arm of the Milky Way, which contains all its majestic glory. Apart from the beautiful terrain, the beautiful hill valleys and rustic villages of Kashmir are a wonder to behold.
TRAVEL PROGRAM DAY WISE
1st day: Srinagar to Aru and stay at Aru
2nd day: Trek from Aru – Lidarwati
3rd day : Trek from Lidderwat to Shekwas
4th day: Trek from Shekwas – Tarsar Lake
5th day: Trek from Tarsar to Sundarsari
6th day: Visit Marsar Lake and trek to Homevas
7th day : Trek from Homvas to Aru; drive to srinagar
HOW TO REACH TARSAR MARSAR TREK START LINE IN KASHMIR
Cabs are available from the pickup point in Srinagar. Similar arrangements are made for the drop at Srinagar after the trek.
By plane
Aru is the base camp of this trek. Srinagar airport is well connected to major cities of the country. There are frequent flights from Delhi, Jammu, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chandigarh and Kolkata. One has to take a cab from the airport to Aru.
By road
Srinagar is accessible from other parts of the country via National Highway 1D. Srinagar Bus Stand is well joined with Delhi, Chandigarh and Jammu. A cab has to be taken for Aru.
By rail
Jammu Tawi Railway Station is the most convenient stop from where frequent buses and cabs are available to Srinagar. A cab has to be taken for Aru.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TREK
Tarsar Marsar Trek is famous for its lakes which are the essence of this trek.
Tarsar Lake
The snow-capped alpine lake, spread between the Aru Valley and the Sindh Valley, is surrounded by a variety of herbs and flowers, making it an inexplicable sight. The deep blue aquamarine waters of this lake remain covered in ice for the rest of the year, except for the period between July and September. Even if one visits the lake in early July, spots of snow can be seen on its periphery.
Marser Lake
The lake is situated in a deep gorge against the Mahadev mountain range which makes for a spectacular sight. The lake is usually viewed from a ridge about 600–700 ft above. The clouds guarding the lake, separated to give a moment’s glimpse, only to be reunited, are a mystical sight.
The Marsar Lake approaches the end of the trek from Sundarsar before descending to Humans. There are schools of trout in Marsar Lake, but hardly anyone goes fishing. All these alpine lakes seem to make the local folklore interesting.
Sundarsar Lake
Various species of alpine flora are found in Surdarsar Lake, which is seen lining the basin of the lake. Camping on the banks of Sundarsar Lake is a great experience, offering an opportunity to savor the fruits of the remote and rustic Gurjar culture with the herders here.
HOW DIFFICULT IS THE TARSAR MARSAR TREK?
Tarsar categorizes Marsar trek as a moderate to difficult trek. One reason for this is distance. The trek covers a distance of 47.6 km in 6 days. The highest elevation is 4,020 m, and an elevation of about 1,598 m. The elevation is gradual and quite moderate. This is the reason why this trek does not require an extra break day to acclimatize before a day of steep climbs.
The trails are marked by gradual ascents and short descents, which are not overly challenging. The standard trek itinerary involves covering an average of 8 km each day. With the basic minimum fitness and stamina required for this trek, May the Tarsar and Marsar treks be completed successfully.
CONCLUSION
Trekking is not the newest thing in Kashmir but still it is not limited to a walk in the park. Tough days, steep and rocky passes, and altitudes of up to 4200 m all make for a challenging trek in one of the most beautiful and serene Himalayas of Kashmir. The route of Tarsar Marsar Trek is close to Kolahoi Peak, the highest mountain peak in Kashmir.
The Tarsar Marsar trek route falls within the boundaries of the Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary. Long-tailed marmots can be seen throughout the trek, with the rare possibility of sighting Himalayan brown bears in the grasslands.
The Tarsar-Marsar trek is a crossover trek from Aru in the Lidder Valley to Sumbal village in the Sindh Valley over the Sonamasti Pass. Campaign is. Tarsar-Marsar is known for the twin lakes of Tarsar and Marsar separated by a mountain. Therefore it can be said that Tarsar Mercer is a good trek to see the beauty of Kashmir.