Musafir i Kashmir

07/04/2026

Sunday, 5th April. I set out on a ride to Teetwal, a journey of over 150 kilometers from Srinagar. The road was long and tightly monitored, with multiple checkpoints along the way. Permissions were required, which made the trip feel even more purposeful.

We took the route via Sadna Pass the only way to reach there. The pass was covered in fresh snow, giving the entire landscape a clean, untouched look. The silence of the mountains and the crisp air made the journey as memorable as the destination.

We reached Teetwal around 3:00 PM. It is a calm and beautiful place, but what makes it truly unique is its proximity to the border. Pakistan was just a few meters away. From where we stood, we could see kids playing, animals grazing, and vehicles moving on the other side, as if life was flowing the same way there too.

There was something powerful about that moment. No noise, no chaos, just a thin line separating two sides. The scenery was stunning.

Swipe through the pictures and experience it yourself.

03/10/2025

Ladakh bike trip-25

28/09/2025

25/09/2025

Ladakh bike trip, Day 3 update 🌊🏍️

Started from Leh towards the legendary Pangong Lake today. And honestly, no picture or video can ever do justice to that blue—calm, vast, and almost unreal. A place where even silence feels like poetry. ✨

On the way back, had some classic photo stops, especially at Chang La Pass—the 10th highest motorable road in the world. Reached Leh around 6:00 pm… only to be welcomed by a complete curfew.

Sadly, because of the unrest, I’ve decided to cut the trip short and head home. Plans for Khardung La, Nubra, Hundar and Turtuk will have to wait for another time. Sometimes the mountains remind you that the journey is theirs, not yours.

24/09/2025

Day 2 of the Ladakh ride ✅

Left Kargil at 9:30 am and cruised into Leh around 4:00 pm. Along the way, stopped for the mandatory photo sessions at Namika La, Fotu La, Magnetic Hill, Sangam and a few more “can’t miss this” spots 📸.

But the real jackpot, Ladakh Festival is on! 🎉 Started on the 21st and runs till the 24th, so we got lucky to catch the vibe too. The roads, the views, the festival… all stitched together perfectly.

Rest, you already know, reels and posts loading soon. 😉

22/09/2025

Started my long-awaited Ladakh ride today. Left home at 9:00 am sharp (yes, for once I was on time 😏) and smoothly rolled into Kargil by 3:00 pm. Of course, the journey wasn’t just about the ride snack breaks were compulsory (for energy, not greed of course) and photo stops at Zoji La and the Kargil War Memorial were non-negotiable 📸.

Tonight’s halt is at Kargil, Leh it is tomorrow morning, inshaAllah. Stay tuned plenty of reels, posts, and probably some overdramatic captions coming your way soon. 😉

04/08/2025

Assalamualikum

Another Sunday, Another Summit 🌄

As per the not-so-official tradition, every Sunday is dedicated to chasing alpine lakes across Kashmir — because apparently, my idea of a weekend is a 20 km trek instead of brunch.

🗓️ YesterSunday | 03.08.2025
This time, we were a lively group of 28 mountain souls, starting from Pir Ki Gali and heading to the breathtaking Nandansar Lake, tucked away in the Hirapore range.

🥾 Total trail: 20 km (yes, both ways — no helicopter service yet)
🏔️ Starting altitude: 3300m
⛰️ Highest ridge crossed: 4210m
🌿 What we crossed: Meadows, river streams, a couple of valleys, and the threshold of exhaustion.

The lake was surreal, the scenery was a full-on desktop wallpaper collection, and the rain on the way back? Nature’s way of saying “well done, now let me soak your socks.”

Swipe through the photos to join the adventure — and for the reel version (less sweat, more drama), follow along on Insta: 🎥

Till next summit ✌️

28/07/2025

YesterSunday Adventures | 27.07.2025

A special one—my elder brother joined me on this unforgettable trek through the stunning Arshan Valley 🌄

We started from Simthan, Kashmir and explored three magical alpine lakes:

🏞️ Arshan Sar – the crown jewel at 13,143 ft, surrounded by serene silence and surreal beauty

💧 Zed Nag – the largest of the cluster, seen best from the ridge summit with a view that just stops time

🌿 Neh Nag – peaceful and tucked away, completing the trio of wonder

The trail, the lakes, the ridge walk, and the company—everything made it a memory for keeps.

21/07/2025

Assalamualaikum!

So far this season, I’ve only managed to complete two treks — not because I’ve gone lazy, but because, ahem, there’s still no official green light from the administration for trekking in Kashmir.

Today, I’m sharing a few glimpses from my second trek of the season — the breathtaking (literally) Ghumsar Lake trek, nestled in the foothills of the majestic Pir Panjal range.

We kicked off the journey from Dubjan, Shopian, starting at an altitude of 2,650 meters. The trek is about 8 km long, but here’s the twist — the lake sits at a whopping 4,000 meters. Yes, that’s a 1,350-meter altitude gain packed into just 8 km. It’s basically uphill from the first step till the last — no meadows, no mercy, just straight-up grind.

But oh, the views! The landscape is stunning throughout, and every aching muscle is rewarded with scenery that feels straight out of a fantasy novel.

This trek definitely earns a permanent spot in the “Unforgettable Adventures” chapter of my trekking journey. I’d rate it moderate to difficult, with a sprinkle of “why-am-I-doing-this” moments and a generous dash of awe.

Enjoy the photos (because I did all the huffing and puffing so you don’t have to)!