Tulian Lake
A steep weekend climb from Pahalgam to a frozen-emerald lake under Tulian peak.
Duration
2 days
Region
Pahalgam
Difficulty
Moderate
Max altitude
3680 m
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Pahalgam to Baisaran to Camp
Steep climb past Baisaran meadow.
9 km6 hrs trek3,200 mRidge camp- Climb through the 'mini Switzerland' Baisaran meadow
- Steep forested ascent to a high ridge camp
- Sunset over the Pahalgam valley far below
A short trek but front-loaded with climbing — expect a tough first day.
- Day2
Summit Tulian & return
FinishDawn push to the lake, descend to Pahalgam.
12 km8 hrs trek3,680 m- Pre-dawn start to reach the emerald Tulian lake
- Snow patches linger on the shore even in summer
- Long descent all the way back to Pahalgam — trek ends
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Packages
Tulian · Weekend
Quick weekend escape from Pahalgam.
What's included
- Certified mountain guide
- All meals on trek (veg/non-veg)
- Tents, sleeping bags & mats
- Forest permits & camping fees
Not included
- Transport to base
- Personal gear
- Travel insurance
What to pack
Clothing
- Insulated jacket / down layer
- Fleece or warm mid-layer
- 2–3 quick-dry trek t-shirts
- Waterproof shell & rain poncho
- Thermal base layer
- Warm hat, sun cap & gloves
Footwear
- Waterproof trekking boots (broken-in)
- Camp sandals / floaters
- 3–4 pairs woollen / synthetic socks
Essentials
- 50–60L rucksack + rain cover
- Daypack (20L)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Reusable water bottles (2L total)
- SPF 50 sunscreen & lip balm
- UV-protected sunglasses
Personal & health
- Personal medication & basic first aid
- Toiletries & quick-dry towel
- ID card (original + copy)
- Trekking poles (recommended)
- Energy bars / dry fruits
Before you go
- Carry a government-issued photo ID — it is mandatory at forest and army check-posts.
- Pack out everything you pack in. We run a strict leave-no-trace policy on every trail.
- Weather in the high Himalaya changes fast; the guide may adjust the route or timings for safety.
- Network and electricity are unavailable on most of the trek — carry a power bank.
- Respect local customs and sacred sites; seek permission before photographing people.
Frequently asked
Do I need prior trekking experience?
Most of our routes are beginner-to-moderate. For 'hard' and 'expedition' grades we recommend a few weeks of cardio prep and at least one prior multi-day trek. Our guides set a comfortable pace and we keep buffer days for acclimatisation.
How do payments and confirmation work?
There is no online payment. You submit a booking request, our team contacts you on WhatsApp to confirm availability and itinerary, and the advance is collected directly. Your spot is held once we confirm.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations 21+ days before departure are fully refundable minus permit fees. 7–20 days: 50% refund. Under 7 days: non-refundable, but the amount can be moved to another departure within the same season.
Is it safe? What about altitude sickness?
Every group travels with a certified guide carrying a first-aid kit, oximeter and emergency oxygen. Itineraries are designed with gradual ascent. If anyone shows symptoms of AMS, the guide's decision to descend is final.
What is the food like on the trek?
Freshly cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals are prepared by our trek cook — hot breakfast, packed or hot lunch, and a full dinner. Tea and snacks are served at camp. Let us know dietary needs in advance.
Will there be mobile network?
Expect network at the base village and trailhead only. Most of the trek is offline — postpaid SIMs (Jio/Airtel) work best in Kashmir; prepaid SIMs from outside J&K often do not.
Trekker reviews
Perfect weekend
“Steep but short. The sunrise over Tulian was worth every step.”
Megha Nair
Pune