The Marchoi Trek is a beautiful trail in Kashmir that not many people know about. This makes it perfect for people who like to trek and want to see things that’re not crowded. The Marchoi Trek is near the Sindh Valley, which’s very famous. When you do the Marchoi Trek you get to see the Marchoi Meadow, which’s really stunning. The Marchoi Meadow is surrounded by mountains with snow on them lots of pine trees and green grass that goes on forever. A time ago local shepherds used the Marchoi Trek trail when they took their animals to eat grass in different seasons. That is why you will still see Gujjar huts, along the Marchoi Trek trail. The Marchoi Trek is a way to see the Marchoi Meadow and all its beauty. Marchoi has a calm and charming feel to it. It is like a valley that people have not found out about yet. The charm of Marchoi is something that’s very raw and it makes you want to go and see what it is all, about. Marchoi is a place that is just waiting to be explored.
Trek Length: Approx. 10–12 km
Maximum Altitude: Around 11,500 ft
Duration: 2–3 days
Best Time: June to September
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
To start you need to get to Srinagar
From Srinagar you will have to go to Gund village. It is 50 km away from Srinagar.
The trek to Srinagar actually begins from Naranag or some other base points that are close, by. This depends on the route you decide to take for the trek.
The trail goes through dense forests and over wooden bridges. It also goes through meadows. These meadows are filled with wildflowers when it is summer. The trail has a lot of things to see like the wildflowers in the summer and the wooden bridges. The wildflowers in the meadows are really pretty, during the summer.
What to Expect (Fitness & Logistics) on Marchoi Trek
The Marchoi Trek is a choice for people who are just starting out and have a normal level of fitness. If you walk a bit every day or do some light exercise before the trek that is enough. On the Marchoi Trek you will have tents to sleep in you will not have internet all the time and the facilities will be basic which is all part of the real Marchoi Trek experience. The weather on the Marchoi Trek can change quickly so you need to wear clothes that you can put on and take off easily. The Marchoi Trek is not about climbing up mountains it is about walking slowly being in nature and taking your time to see all the beautiful things, around you on the Marchoi Trek.
Marchoi Trek Nearby Attractions
Naranag Temple Ruins – ancient stone temples with historical significance
Sindh Valley – known for scenic landscapes and trout fishing
Gund Village – a beautiful mountain village ideal for photography
Marchoi Trek is ideal for trekkers seeking calm, beauty, and an authentic Kashmir experience.