Overview
The Warwan Valley Trek is a high-altitude trans-Himalayan trek that traverses from Zanskar into the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir. This trek gives you a unique experience, unlike any other trek in India and many would not have done any other trek like this trek before. Warwan Valley Trek gives you the experience of pure natural serenity and depth of extreme wilderness.
Irrespective of how many times you may have visited Kashmir before or may have gone on any other trekking trip in Kashmir, trekking through the Warwan Valley will be unique for anyone. This valley is no less than a paradise located in the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir. Even many Kashmiris may have not even seen it to date as this valley was discovered in 2015.
The most notable is the crossover trail into the Warwan Valley, which begins in the trans-Himalayan settings and passes through colorful mountains and barren terrain. During this trekking tour, one will find a variety of flowers, vast meadows, and glaciers on the trail. One starts from a barren area in the beginning, but gradually the greenery starts encircling you from all sides as one descends down in the Warwan valley of KIshtwar region.
One will need time to get used to breathtaking and shocking landscapes and as one move towards the pass, one gets to experience the greatest adventure of Kashmir in this journey. The climb up the stretch to the pass is challenging, however, the overall trek is of moderate grade. One must prepare for the trek as then one can enjoy this exciting journey a lot. The daily hike is about 12 to 16 km during the Warwan Valley Trek in the Kishtwar district. It is very important for one to be fit for this trekking journey.
Warwan
Valley Trek Difficulty Level
The difficulty level of the Warwan Valley Trek is moderate to difficult, as you have to hike about 10 to 16 kilometers per day. If a beginner trekker does this trek without preparation, then it becomes difficult and not advisable.
Best Time
to Visit Warwan Valley Trek
The best time to go on the Warwan Valley Trek is from July to September. During these months the weather is clear. This trek cannot be done in winter, and it becomes very difficult due to harsh conditions. Hence one should plan this trekking trip only in the month from July to September.
How To
Reach Panikhar in Kargil Valley & Warwan Valley
To access Zanskar or the Warwan Valley, Srinagar is the nearest pickup/drop point. The trek starts from Panikhar and finishes in the Warwan valley, the nearest accessible gateway is the Srinagar airport.
By Air - The nearest airport to visit Panikhar & Warwan Valley is the Srinagar airport, which is connected to many major cities in India. One can also fly into Leh airport also to reach Panikhar if desired. There are regular flights from Bangalore, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
By Train - The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi Railway Station. After coming to Jammu Tawi, you can take a local cab or bus to Srinagar.
By Road - You must first come to Srinagar to reach Warwan Valley by road. After this, you will have to come by bus from Srinagar to Sonmarg. Sonmarg is 79 km from Srinagar. You will not face any problem in coming to Srinagar, as Srinagar is well connected to Chandigarh, Jammu, and Delhi bus stand.
Highlights
- Suru Valley - is a beautiful valley.
- Sankoo 40kms from Kargil famous for the nearby Bamiyan Type Rock statue.
- Purtikchey 60kms from Kargil, an ancient village with views of Mt. Nun (7135m).
- Damsna fishery unit is situated at a distance of 65 km from Kargil.
- Panikhar 70kms from Kargil on Padum Zanskar road which is the base for mountaineering, rock climbing, river rafting, and trekking.
- Tangle 77kms from Kargil which is the base camp for Mountaineering Expedition to Mt. Nun-Kun
- Parkachik is famous for Parkachik Glacier and adventure activities and various treks
- Rangdum is 130 km from Kargil on Padum road in the Himalayan wilderness and isolation with an imposing 18th-century monastery perched picturesquely on a top of a hillock.
- Drang Drung Glacier