Bodpathri Lakes Trek

Kashmir’s Premier Grassland Adventure

Jammu & Kashmir
6N/7D

Trek Grade

Moderate to Difficult

Highest Altitude

13,098 ft

Base Camp

Doodhpathri

Best Time

July & August

Bodpathri Lakes Trek

Bodpathri Lakes Trek is one of the treks in Kashmir which is less explored than the other treks like Tarsar Marsar and Kashmir Great Lakes Trek. You will be trekking at an altitude of 13,100 Ft, and the total distance will be fifty kilometers. You will be able to enjoy the trail more as the hike is not visited by many, and the untouched beauty of Kashmir will be like it is known for. Doodhpatri, one of the camping sites, has the scenery of such majestic coniferous, tall trees. This trek passes through various green carpeted hills with some alpine lakes on the trail, with Pir Panjal and other peaks rising around. These areas are home to Golden Oriole birds, which may be seen if you are lucky enough.

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Know Everything About Acute Mountain Sickness

Acute Mountain Sickness is a medical condition that can occur when individuals travel to high altitudes, typically above 8,000 feet. It is caused by the decrease in air pressure and oxygen levels in the air as altitude increases. Symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness may include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping. To avoid Acute Mountain Sickness, it is important to gradually adjust to high altitudes and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen. To learn more about this condition, check out the videos by Trekup India.

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Important
Guidelines

Government employees joining our trekking expeditions can avail of Special Casual Leave (SCL) under the following conditions:

  1. Eligibility Criteria:
    • SCL is available exclusively to Indian government employees.
    • Applicable only for treks conducted within India.
  2. Leave Details:
    • As per Pay Commission rules, government employees are entitled to up to 30 days of SCL in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions.
    • Treks must be organized by a registered organization, such as Trekup India, recognized by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF).
  3. Application Process:
    • You need to apply for leave at least 20 days before the trek departure date.
    • How to Apply: The following details are required to apply for IMF certification through the IMF.
      • Email info@trekupindia.com with the following details:
        • Your booked trek date.
        • The trek name.
        • Aadhar Card
        • Designation
        • Office Address
        • Additional Fee of Rs. 250/ per person will be applicable.
        • Note: It might take 20-25 days to receive a certificate from the IMF, subject to their approval.
  4. Documentation Support:
    • Trekup India will provide the necessary documents to facilitate your SCL application.
  • A parent or guardian must accompany trekkers below 15 years of age.
  • Trekkers Aged 15 to 18 or above Years: Can trek solo but require a Disclaimer Form signed by a parent or guardian. And Medical Form that Provides health details and confirms fitness for trekking by MBBS Doctor
  • Trekkers Aged above 18 Years: Require a Disclaimer Form self-signed. And Medical Form that Provides health details and confirms fitness for trekking, Signed with an MBBS Doctor stamp.

If you’re planning a trek, you must ensure that your health parameters meet the fitness requirements for physical exertion at high altitudes or rugged terrains. Below are guidelines for each of the parameters mentioned:

1. Pulse Rate (Heart Rate at Rest):

  • Normal: 60 to 100 (bpm) beats per minute.
  • Required Fitness: Physically fit person may have a resting heart rate closer to 50 bpm, which shows that he have good cardiovascular efficiency.

2. Blood Pressure (BP):

  • Required BP: 120/80 mmHg. A Bolood Pressure within this Range ensures adequate oxygen delivery to muscles and organs during physical exertion, especially at high altitudes.
  • Your specified blood pressure (BP) Range—Systolic: 100–140 mmHg and Diastolic: 70–90 mmHg—is appropriate and generally considered safe for trekking activities.
  • Acceptable Range: <140/90 mmHg for trekking. Elevated BP could increase risks during strenuous activity or at high altitudes.

 

Recommendations:

  • Pre-Trek Checkup: Monitor your BP multiple times & ensure that it should be normal.
  • Stay Hydrated: Dehydration affect BP, so maintain proper fluid intake during your trek.
  • Avoid Alcohol & Excess Salt: These can destabilize BP, especially at altitude.
  • BP Monitor: If you have a history of BP issues, regularly check your BP during the trek. Our Trek Leaders are equipped with a BP machine.
 

3. Respiratory Rate at Rest:

  • Required Rate: 12–20 breaths per minute.
 

4. Diabetes Mellitus:

  • Acceptable: Well-controlled blood sugar levels (HbA1c <7% or fasting blood glucose <126 mg/dL).
  • Fitness Requirement: Carry quick glucose sources and monitor regularly during the trek.
 

5. Bronchial Asthma:

  • Acceptable: Only when your doctors allow it & you have to submit an MBBS doctor NOC that you can undergo this trek.
  • Fitness Requirement: Bring prescribed inhalers/medications and consult your doctor about high-altitude risks.
 

6. Heart Problems:

  • Acceptable: Individuals without recent cardiac events (e.g., heart attack within the past 2 years).
  • Fitness Requirement: Clearance from an MBBS Doctor (cardiologist) is required.
 

7. Hypertension:

  • Acceptable: Controlled hypertension (BP <140/90 mmHg) with no recent complications like hypertensive crisis.
 

8. Pacemaker Implant:

  • Generally not recommended for high-altitude treks.
 

9. Body Mass Index (BMI):

  • Required BMI: 18 – 26 kg/m² for a good trekking fitness.
  • Overweight or underweight individuals may face additional strain on joints or fatigue.
 

Additional Recommendations:

  • High Altitude Acclimatization: For treks above 10,000 feet, ensure have some acclimatization Trekup India have designed Itinary of this trek accordingly to it but its not granted that this itinary works fine with acclimatization. For more information, click here.
  • Fitness Level: Regular aerobic and strength training exercises before the trek are essential. For more information, click here.
  • Medical Clearance: Consult a healthcare professional (MBBS Doctor) to assess your suitability before coming on this trek.

Would you like assistance preparing for your trek or calculating specific health metrics? Call Your Trek Co-Ordinator

Day Wise Detailed Itinerary of Bodpathri Lakes Trek

Day 1: Srinagar to Doodhpathri by Road

  • Stay: Overnight stay at the campsite.
  • Meal: Lunch and Dinner.
  • Trek Distance: 54 km, time-time Taken: approx. 2 hrs.
  • Altitude: Srinagar (5200 ft / 1585 meter.), Doodhpathri (8957 ft / 2730 meter.)
  • Altitude gain: 3757 ft / 1145 meters.
  • Trek Grade: by road

The journey will start from Srinagar by road, and you will reach the camping site Doodhpathri within 2 hours. On the road, you will enjoy the pine tree-covered hills with a tranquil blue river flowing through the boulders and rocks.

Day 2: Doodhpathri to Ashtaar Valley by Trek

  • Stay: Overnight stay at the campsite
  • Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 10 km, time-time Taken: approx. 7 hrs.
  • Altitude: Doodhpathri (8910 ft / 2716 mtr.), Ashtaar Valley (11,535 ft / 3516 mtr.)
  • Altitude gain: 2625 ft / 800 meters.
  • Trek Grade: Gradual – Moderate

Start your morning with a warm breakfast. Your trek from Doodhpathri will be through the pine forest. The trail through the forest is zigzag, after which you will cross the Afsaar River. After gradually ascending the mountain ridge, you reach the top. Once you have reached the top, you will be amazed by the beautiful sights. You will see the Ashtaar Valley, surrounded by boulders spread all around. When you come down close to the boulders, you will cross the river, where you can see Shepherd huts; after that lies the Ashtaar Valley campsite.

Day 3: Ashtaar Valley to Gurwansar by Trek

  • Stay: Overnight stay at the campsite.
  • Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 7 km 
  • Time-time Taken: approx. 6 hrs.
  • Altitude: Ashtaar Valley (11,535 ft / 3516 mtr.), Gurwansar (12,500 ft / 3810 mtr.)
  • Altitude gain: 965 ft / 294 meters.
  • Trek Grade: Gradual – Moderate

Having hot tea while sitting on the grass ground is just an amazing site with a clear sky above. The trek will be relatively easy today, as it is a gradual climb up to the top. The trail will pass through meadows and densely covered pine forests. On the way, you will be passing through shepherds herding their sheep and goats. You will pass through boulders on the trail and see huge grassland spreading as far as your eyes can see. After walking through the grassland for a while, your trek will start ascending, and upon reaching the top, you will reach the campsite at Gurwansar.

Day 4: Ashtaar Valley to Gurwansar by Trek

  • Stay: Overnight stay at the campsite
  • Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 9 km
  • Time Taken: approx. 7 hrs.
  • Altitude: Gurwansar (12,500 ft / 3810 meters.), Pamsar Lake (13,050 ft / 3978 meters.), Duriem (12610 ft / 3844)
  • Altitude difference: Gurwansar to Pamsar Lake (550 ft / 160 meters), Pamsar Lake to Duriem (440 ft / 134 meters.)
  • Trek Grade: Moderate – Difficult

The trek today will be challenging as you pass through rough terrain. The trail will begin with walking through grassland for a while; you will reach the section with boulders. You would have to go through here carefully. The route will slowly ascend till you reach Pamsar Lake. After taking in the vast lake, you will start trekking again, passing through boulders and crossing some streams until you come to the following camping site, Duriem.

Day 5: Duriem to Gadtar via Bodsar Lake, Trastar Lake, Navkansar I, II & Damasar Lake

  • Stay: Overnight stay at the campsite; meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 10 km
  • Time Taken: approx. 8 hrs.
  • Altitude: Duriem (12610 ft / 3844), Bodsar Lake (13,000 ft / 3962 meters.), Gadtar (12,530 ft / 3819 meter.)
  • Altitude difference: Duriem to Bodsar Lake (390 ft / 118 meters.), Bodsar Lake to Gadtar Lake (470 ft / 143 meters.)
  • Trek Grade: Moderate – Difficult

Today’s trek is going to take a long time to complete. The trek will climb slowly for almost 2.5 km until you reach the first of many lakes on the way, Bodsar Lake. From the Bodsar Lake viewpoint, you start hiking until you reach Tratsar Lake, also known as Lokutsar Lake. Now you walk through the boulder section and climb up the ridge, and once you have reached the top, you will start coming down towards Damasar Lake. You will see another lake, Navkansar I & II, and as you descend from there, you will arrive at the next campground, Gadtar.

Day 6: Gadtar to Tosamaidan by Trek and From Tosamaidan to Srinagar by Road

  • Stay: No stay, Meal: Lunch and Dinner.
  • Trek Distance: Gadtar to Tosamaidam by Trek – 9 km, Tosamaidan to Srinagar by road – 80 km
  • Time Taken: Gadtar to Tosamaidam by Trek – approx. 5 hrs, Tosamaidan to Srinagar by road – approx. 3 hrs
  • Altitude: Gadtar (12,530 ft / 3819 meters.), Tosamaidan (10,070 ft / 3069 meters.), Srinagar (5200 ft / 1585 meters.)
  • Altitude difference: Gadtar to Tosamaidan by trek (2460 ft / 750 meters.), Tosamaidan to Srinagar by road (4870 ft / 1484 meters.)
  • Trek Grade: Gradual to Moderate by Trek

Today is the end of the trek. You will be walking on the trail one last Time. From Gadtar campsite, you will cross rivers and ascend on grasslands. You will cross two more streams alternating between ascending and descending the ridge. There will be a small ascend before reaching Tosa Maidan after the descent. Once you have reached Tosamaiden, you will be taken by the vehicle and dropped off at Srinagar. From there on, you will depart separately from the trekking team.

Bodpathri Lakes Trek Route Map

We’ve prepared a comprehensive Trek Route Map for your upcoming adventure to Bodpathri Lakes Trek, which outlines the entire journey including all stops and trails. This map provides detailed information on the terrain, distance between points of interest, and estimated travel time to help ensure a safe and enjoyable trek. We’ve carefully curated the map to ensure that you have all the necessary information at your fingertips. Please take a moment to review it thoroughly, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Bodpathri Lakes Trek Altitude Chart

The Trek Altitude Chart is a useful tool for Trekkers to monitor their altitude changes during their rides, allowing them to plan their routes more efficiently and track their progress over time. This Bodpathri Lakes Trek chart is beneficial for both casual and experienced Trekkers, helping them make the most out of their Trek experience.

Trek Cost Inclusions

  1. Stay: 6 Nights of tented accommodation at individual campsites of Trekup India on twin sharing.
  2. Meals: Trekup India will provide freshly cooked meals during the trek starting with Dinner on Day 1 to  tea, coffee on day 6 (Meals are simple, nutritious, and vegetarian) 
  3. Transport (Optional): Srinagar to Doodhpatri and return from Tosamaidan. ( 1600 extra )
  4. Trek Insurance (Optional): Trekup India recommends that all trekkers consider getting trek insurance. This is optional, but highly recommended. Trek insurance covers unexpected events that may occur during your trek. The cost of the insurance starts from INR 210. Please read more about what is included in the coverage and why it is mandatory on treks.
  5. Trek Equipment:  Sleeping bag, Sleeping tents, Kitchen tent, Dining tent, Toilet Tent.
  6. Amenities: All utensils, sleeping mattresses (Black foam mats), Crampons, and Gaiters for snow.    
  7. Health & Safety:  First Aid Box, Oxygen Cylinders, Stretchers, Oxi meters, BP Machines, health.
  8. Permits: Forest Permits and Camping Permission Fee 
  9. Trek Crew: High Altitude Chef, Helpers, Trek Leader & Guides, and other support teams.
  10. Potters & Mules: Potters and Mules are to carry all trekking equipment, ration, and vegetables.

Trek Cost Exclusions

  1. GST 5% (it is Mandatory)
  2. Any Meals/accommodation beside the itinerary or not mentioned in the program.
  3. Any Bus / Airfare to/from trek start/end point 
  4. Personal Medical expenses do carry your medication. 
  5. Any personal services such as Laundry, phone calls, liquors, mineral water, etc.
  6. Any still / video camera fee 
  7. Any Entrance fee Monuments, Monasteries, Museums, Temples – Pay directly on the spot. 
  8. Mules or porter charges to carry private baggage (Offload Charges for bag 365 per day, per bag if paid online (at base camp 2,550). Note: Bag weight should not be more than 10 kg.
  9. Any emergency evacuation charges
  10. Any services that are not mentioned in the cost inclusion section.

What should you pack for the Bodpathri Lakes Trek

Bodpathri Lakes Trek is a high-altitude trek. The trekking gear you have to have for this particular trek differs from normal treks. Thus, read this whole segment. There is an important question that the trekker who is doing trek asks, like what all things to carry while trekking. Below, we have provided the details on everything you should take; an easy way to remember is by Head to foot or foot to head. We have prepared from Head to foot.

Things to Carry, pack for trek

Head Gears

When trekking it's important to carry headgear to protect your head and face.

Heading out for a trek? Don’t forget to carry headgear to protect your beautiful face and head from the sun, wind, and dust! It’s an essential accessory that keeps you safe and comfortable throughout your adventurous journey. So, make sure you pack it before you step out into nature!

  1. Head Lamps – When trekking at night, headlamps are essential to illuminate your path while keeping your hands free. Headlamps come in different sizes and lumens, so it is essential to choose one that suits your needs.
  2. Hats or Cap – Caps or hats are also necessary when trekking in different weather conditions. Caps protect your head from the wind and freezing temperatures at night, while hats provide shade and protection from the sun during the day. It’s essential to ensure that your hat has a strap to prevent it from being blown away by the wind.
  3. Sunglasses – Sunglasses are also essential for trekking. Your sunglasses should protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and fit your face perfectly to avoid falling off while climbing, jumping, or crossing obstacles. The glass of your sunglasses should also be designed for different weather conditions to provide optimal visibility.
  4. Buff / Balaclava – Lastly, a buff or balaclava is a must-have to protect your mouth or neck from extreme temperatures and keep them warm. Buffs and balaclavas come in different materials, thicknesses, and designs, so it’s important to choose one that suits your needs and preferences. Depending on the weather conditions and your activities, you can wear them as neck warmers, face masks, or headbands.
With these essential items, you can enjoy trekking safely and comfortably, no matter the weather or time of day.

Clothes

When trekking in high altitudes, prepare for cold weather by wearing layers. Layering traps heat, keeps you warm, and allows you to easily adjust your clothing as temperatures fluctuate.

Layering is important for different seasons when trekking. When planning a high-altitude trek, it is important to prepare for the cold weather. Wearing layers is the best approach as it provides both protection and flexibility when the weather changes frequently in the mountains. Layering helps to trap heat and keep your body warm, while at the same time allowing you to easily adjust your clothing as the temperature fluctuates. By wearing layers, you can enjoy your trek comfortably and stay safe in the unpredictable mountain weather

  1. For spring, summer, and monsoon treks, consider wearing three layers: a woollen sweater, a fleece, and a padded jacket.
  2. For autumn treks, add one more fleece layer to make it four layers.
  3. For winter treks, you may need five layers with thermals, a woollen sweater, two fleeces, and a padded jacket.
  4. T-shirt/sleeve shirt– Bring three T-shirts and two quick-dry trek pants, wearing one and carrying the others. Long sleeve shirts help to protect from sun UV rays. We recommend synthetic T-shirts as they get dry quickly when they get wet.
  5. Hiking / Trekking Jacket– down jackets (-5 to-10 C) or two-three-layer jackets.
  6. Thermals– at least two pairs of thermals help keep the body warm during cold weather.
  7. Undergarments– you can carry them according to your habitual and hygiene requirements.
  8. Gloves– 1 pair of gloves will keep your hand warm and nice.
  9. Trek Pants– Bring 2 to 3 comfortable trekking pants. Trekking pants play a significant role, as they are designed for comfort and mobility, making trekking easier. It should be Synthetic so that it gets dry quickly when wet.
  10. Rain Wear– you can carry a raincoat or Poncho. During long rains and snowfalls, the waterproof jackets start leaking. Still, the Poncho and raincoats keep you dry, so choose accordingly.

Tip: If you choose a raincoat on your trek, carry a small waterproof cover so things inside your backpack can’t get wet. If you carry a Poncho, you don’t need to worry. It protects both you and your backpack.