Nafran Valley Trek: Compelling Reasons Why It Is A No-Miss

Some of the most famous trekking destinations in the Blue Mountains; Kashmir Great Lakes Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek, and Tarsar Marsar Trek have always topped the charts among travel destinations in Kashmir. 

From solo to group travel packages for Kashmir are readily available. But we wanted to go one step further and find an even better travel and trekking spot for our fellow travelers. 

Matching the ethereal beauty of KGL was not easy, but where there’s a will there’s a New Trek; Nafran Valley Trek. 

From time immemorial, explorers and vagabonds have headed toward the Himalayas, to taste the glacial drops of adventure. 

They surely cracked the code to the perfect place, as the magic of the mighty Himalayan mountains is unmatched, when it comes to trekking, sightseeing, birdwatching, camping, meditation, and rejuvenating one’s soul. 

Today, we will head to a new world of mountain treks, the Nafran Valley Trek in Jammu and Kashmir.

Where is the Nafran Valley located?

This beautiful fairytale-like place is situated in the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, and reaching this destination is a mini trek on its own.

Nafran Valley Trek itinerary

Generally, this trek lasts for 6-7 days, and here’s a short and crisp itinerary, to give you a better idea of how the actual expedition might look. 

From the starting campsite to how to reach the Nafran Valley Base Camp, this itinerary covers it all.

Nafran Valley Trek Distance is 40 Km; it is a long trek with numerous moderate to difficult trail paths. 

Situated at an altitude of 13,800 Ft. the Nafran Valley Trek in the Himalayas is not for beginners. 

It requires certain fitness levels for an enjoyable and memorable experience. 

Day 1: Reach Srinagar

Srinagar, the capital of J & K is also a great travel destination, there are various things to do in Srinagar, like visiting the Shankaracharya temple, taking a shikara ride (Houseboat) on the Dal Lake, and much more. 

Explore the city meet your travel guide and gather all the information regarding the reporting timings, travel gear, etc. 

Day 2: Travel to Aru Village from Srinagar

Day 2 begins with leaving early for Aru, a small village around 112 Km from Srinagar and 12 Km from Pahalgam, from where the Narfan Valley Trek begins.

Enjoy your stay in Aru, unleash the traveler within, and explore the beautiful pine forests and landscapes. 

Stay the night in a guesthouse or the campsite, whatever you prefer, and gear up for day 3, the trek is about to start.