About this activity
Mahadev by Ahanger HOBO, is moderate level trek for 2 Nights & Three Days duration.
Trek got it’s name on the name of a Hindu GOD “MAHADEV, which means Great God” situated between sub-mountain range of Pir Panjal & Himalyan Range. The Zabarwan Hills Range is around 30 Kms in length, which can be seen easily anywhere from Srinagar City.
This trek offers thrill & adrenal boost to a trek lover and challenges that high spirited men and women take pleasure in doing. Meanwhile trekking is one of those outdoor hobbies that do not require an exquisite set of skills, endurance and training but stamina. The first moderate level trek makes one relies about their physical fitness and the essentials of trekking. Summer time is best to trek Mahadev Peak, starting point would be Dara (Dara Theed), near Dachigam National Park, which is easily accessible from Srinagar by car or motor bike.
- Starting Point: Dara (Dara Theed)
- Difficulty: Moderate.
- Elevation: Mount Mahadev reaches 3,966 meters (13,011 feet).
- Duration: Typically, a 2–3-day trek, with options for shorter day hikes.
- Scenery: Offers panoramic views of Srinagar, Dachigam National Park, and other peaks like Nun Kun, Kolahoi, and Harmukh.
- Flora and Fauna: The area is rich in flora and fauna due to its proximity to Dachigam National Park.
- Best Time: October to June, especially during the pilgrimage season.
- Alternate Route: Some trekkers also use the Faqir Gujri route.
- Other Features: The trek includes meadows, forests, and stream crossings.
- Notable Places: Astanmarg Meadow and Lidwas Valley are also popular along the route.
Note* Moving out first time for a trek in Kashmir Valley without any Guide in unknown area (that is not so much advised), you need orienteering skills, good maps and at least the advice of people who know the area. A group or Team could be the best option so Join this year Ahanger HOBO for it’s first moderate level trek organized. Ahanger HOBO is the name of trust and has deep roots into the tourism industry of Jammu & Kashmir Valley.
Top 10 Essentials by Ahanger HOBO before you choose a Moderate Level Trek:
- Clothes: In which body will be kept fit, Light, Weather resistant, Rugged Wear, Sunglass & a Hat.
- Boots: A good pair of Hiking Boots is most important and with proper grip, Socks to be worn inside, extra pair should always be carried along.
- Backpack or Daypack: Backpack is a life saving bag that everyone needs to carry on the back & size should be carried keeping in the mind one’s own the capability to carry weight of Water bottle, Wind cheater & Rainproof Jacket.
- Weather Gears: If its rainy you may need to carry light rain coat or headcover to keep the cold and the rain away from your body. Sunglasses saves your eyes from sun exposure and Sunscreen Cream can save your skin from sun burns.
- First Aid Kit: A fall or slip or tremble often occur during trekking, you will need first aid kit to treat cuts, scrapes and the other injuries. Some ointment needs to carried against allergic rashes.
- Maps & Compass: The Maps of the area with trekking route must be carried out and understood properly. One must be knowing the starting point the destination and the time take for the same.
- Headlights & Torch: for the early morning and night trek headlights make walk easier. The torch is important for the overnight trek.
- Tent: The tent is the most important for long trek, depending on the size of Group the tent size can be selected. “Best is to take a pony & a potter with you.
- Food: A trek is incomplete without a suitable food and eatables, a yummy lunch after a long walk make it worthwhile and a hot cup of tea or coffee. Chocolates, Chew gums, biscuits, Menthol, and Juices are must to carry for a long day trek. A pen, Knife, Cutters and a Scissors are mandatory essentials needs to be carried along during a trek.
- Camera: A most essential gear for a true traveler, catching the best scenes in a digital camera with extra batteries for longer backup and sharing others is most cherished.
Some essential information about trek:
- Reflection of snow covered Zabarwan mountains in the Dal Lake
- Highest point Peak Mahadev Peak
- Elevation 3,966 m (13,012 ft)
- Coordinates 34°09′09″N 74°59′14″E
- Dimensions Length 20 mi (32 km) N-W
- Width 8 mi (13 km)
However, the good news is that you do not need to carry essentials from your home, since Ahanger HOBO will take care of the same and lets you concentrate only on the beauty of the mountains and make it a cup of a tea for you by taking all the requirements available and accessible for you. So forgot everything and join us on an Adventurous Journey to Mahadev Trek.
“Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.” -Greg Child
Ahanger HOBO is a travel company located and based in Kashmir, India. We have thousands of happy clients and it is growing at a great pace every year. We offer Hotel, Taxi & Adventure, here is the list of adventure activities: Trekking | Hiking | Cliffhanging | Mountain Biking | Paragliding | Surfing | Caving | Zip Line | Camping | Hot Air Ballooning.
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