Warwan Valley Trek by GHTK
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Warwan Valley Trek
Warwan Valley Trek is a high-altitude Trans-Himalayan trek. This is the most exotic and offbeat trek in India. Unlike other treks, this trek offers fascinating serenity and a bundle of nature’s delights. This trek traverses over grasslands, pastures, and vast meadows of wildflowers, deltas, and glaciers. It exposes you to the most offbeat, least frequented trail.
Crossing over from Kargil to Kashmir, this trek spans a vast landscape. It gives you varied and contrasting features of Kargil and Kashmir. From the barren yet colorful mountains of Panikhar to the sumptuous greenery of Warwan Valley, this Warwan Valley Trek gives you a glimpse of two worlds of nature. One of the striking features of this trek is traversing on a long patch of glacier, spreading around 10 km.
Highlights of Warwan Valley Trek
Sumdo’s River Delta Basin
Sumdo is a breathtaking valley that is the confluence of two rivers. You will be fascinated by the vast river basin formed in the valley. The river turns into small creeks, cutting the basin in many forms and ways. You will walk through these lush meadows alongside these little rivulets in Sumdo.
Bracken Glacier Traverse
The glacier traverse in Warwan Valley Trek is the most challenging part. This is the longest and most tiring day. It takes around 12 hours of continuous trekking to reach the campsite. What makes it difficult is the glacier traverse. This bracken glacier comes within an hour of a walk after Lomvilad Pass. It is greyish, and looking at it from a distance and traversing it is fascinating. This is what will remain in your memory in the years ahead.
Grasslands
Imagine the sight of vast grasslands with horses grazing charmingly, the mountains in the background, and complete serenity. This is what you will encounter in the grassland between Humpet and Kaintal.
Warwan Village
As you enter Kashmir, you will see a striking difference in the landscape. Here in Warwan, the landscape is lush and green. There is a settlement in this beautiful Warwan Valley. The houses are traditional, people are hospitable and kind and least exposed to modern life. The trail goes through the village with attractive fencing. A fresh river stream cuts into the middle of the town. This village is the perfect shot for wallpaper or scenery back home.
INCLUSIONS
✔All road transport by private accords
For Days 1 and 7-
✔6 nights of tented accommodation
Twin sharing, 2 persons in a 3-man-tent
✔2 nights (before and after the trek)
✔All trekking gear included
Tents (twin sharing), dining and kitchen tents, toilet tents, sleeping bags ,and mats: Trekking poles (1 per person) are also included.
✔Local Guides and Cooking stall
Languages: English, Urdu, Hindi and Kashmiri
✓All cooking utensils
LPG stoves
✓Offloading
Horses to carry your backpack throughout the trek (offloading) (except day snacks
✔Meal plan- Vegetarian meals including eggs and cheese, unless specified.
Trek 4 meals per day (Breakfast, lunch, Tea snacks, Dinner). 2 Meals (Dinner and Breakfast)
✔Wildlife Permits
Trek Permits
✔Drinking Water
Packed bottled mineral drinking water 12 Itrs per person) on the first day of the trek. Boiled drinking water for the rest trek days
EXCLUSIONS
- International or domestic lights
- visa Travel insurance Personal clothing and equipment
- Any medical costs Costs associated with a medical incident, such as your evacuation from the mountain and/or hospitalization (for which you should have travel insurance)
- Optional trips or excursions Tips for local staff and guides
Minimum fitness required
• Trek: up to 10km per day
Daily activity: up to 5 hours trekking per day.
GET IN TOUCH
5°C Partly sunny
Carry up to 5kg in a day sack.
• Terrain remote, uneven, snowy, icy, rocky, sometimes exposed terrain of up to 3600m.
Climate: It can be sunny in the valleys and cold and windy at Gangabal. Averages are 3000m, 5 to 25c
• Swim: not required though there will be river crossings to make.
What to Carry?
Horses support the trek. You will need to carry only a light sock, weighing about 4-6kg for your items like your passport, money, and camera gear. The following is a list of the items you should carry on the trek. If you have items that can not be used on the trek, you can store them at our houseboat or our office and take them back after returning from the trek.
Please note that only postpaid Indian mobile sim cards (Jio, Airtel, and BSNL) work in Kashmir Valley. There’s no cellular connectivity on most of the days of the trek.
Please double check your passport or Aadhar numbers before submitting through the booking form These numbers are required for preparation of trek permits.
- Passport or a valid ID card
Duffel Bag 60 litres
One Pair Trekking Shoes
One Pair Trail Approach Shoes
Trekking Pants
Hooded Rain Jackel
Shade Hal
One Pair Sunglasses
One Pair of Liner Gloves
Small Size Day-Pack
Two Pair Trekking Socks
One Pair Sandals
Extra Warm Clothes
Warm Hooded Down Jacket
Sunscreen Cream
Lip Balm
Any Personal Medication
Included/Exclude
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
- Trek Distance: N/A (Drive from Srinagar to Panikhar)
- Travel Time: 7-8 hours drive
- Accommodation: Campsite/Guesthouse at Panikhar
- Highlights:
- Start the journey by driving from Srinagar to Panikhar, a scenic village in the Suru Valley of Ladakh.
- The drive takes you through picturesque towns like Sonamarg and Drass, offering views of the Zanskar and Greater Himalayan ranges.
- Explore the local culture and get acclimatized to the higher altitudes.
Overnight: Camp or homestay in Panikhar.
- Trek Distance: 8-10 km
- Time Taken: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Campsite at Kanital
- Highlights:
- The trek begins with a gradual ascent from Panikhar.
- You pass through green meadows, dense pine forests, and shepherd settlements.
- The trail is rich with diverse flora and fauna, and the views of the surrounding mountains start to unfold.
- Reach the campsite at Kanital, a meadow surrounded by towering peaks.
Overnight: Camp at Kanital.
- Trek Distance: 12 km
- Time Taken: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Campsite at Humpet
- Highlights:
- Trek along scenic mountain ridges, meadows, and streams.
- Cross beautiful meadows dotted with wildflowers.
- The path offers breathtaking views of the Nun-Kun massif (23,000 ft), the highest peak in Ladakh.
- The campsite at Humpet provides a serene and quiet environment, with mesmerizing views of the valley.
Overnight: Camp at Humpet.
- Trek Distance: 10 km
- Time Taken: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Campsite at Kalapari Glacier
- Highlights:
- Trek towards the Kalapari Glacier, one of the most stunning parts of the trek.
- Walk on moraines, rocky paths, and snow-covered trails, navigating through the glacier’s edge.
- The glacier is surrounded by towering peaks, offering some of the most awe-inspiring views of the trek.
- The cold breeze from the glacier and panoramic views of the snow-clad peaks make this day challenging yet rewarding.
Overnight: Camp near Kalapari Glacier.
- Trek Distance: 12-14 km
- Time Taken: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Campsite at Sukhnai
- Highlights:
- The day begins with a steep ascent to Lomvilad Pass, the trek's highest point.
- From the pass, enjoy unparalleled views of the entire Zanskar and Kashmir valleys.
- After crossing the pass, descend into the lush green Sukhnai Valley.
- The Sukhnai village is a traditional and remote hamlet, where you’ll witness the local culture and hospitality of the Warwan Valley.
Overnight: Camp near Sukhnai village.
- Trek Distance: 14 km
- Time Taken: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Campsite at Chaudraiman
- Highlights:
- The day involves a gradual descent into the heart of Warwan Valley.
- The trail passes through beautiful meadows, alpine forests, and small streams.
- Walk through Warwan Valley's fertile land and experience the serenity of this hidden paradise.
- Chaudraiman is a quaint village where you can interact with locals and experience their traditional way of life.
Overnight: Camp or homestay in Chaudraiman.
- Trek Distance: N/A (Trek to Inshan village and drive to Srinagar)
- Travel Time: 8-9 hours drive
- Highlights:
- A short hike from Chaudraiman takes you to Inshan, the last point of the trek.
- After reaching Inshan, you’ll drive back to Srinagar via Margan Top, enjoying scenic views.
- The drive offers glimpses of various mountain ranges and lush valleys.
Return to Srinagar: End of the trek.
