Ladakh Trekking

Ladakh one of the most favorite trekking destination, having some of the most picturesque and challenging treks in northern India. Located in the northernmost part of India some seven kilometers from the Indus River and its extensive valley. Ladakh lies at altitudes ranging from about 9,000 feet (2,750 m) at Kargil to 25,170 feet (7,672 m) at Saser Kangri in the Karakoram. Thus summer temperatures rarely exceed about 27°C in the shade, while in winter they may plummet to minus 20°C even in Leh. Surprisingly, though, the thin air makes the heat of the sun even more intense than at lower altitudes; it is said that only in Ladakh can a man sitting in the sun with his feet in the shade suffer from sunstroke and frostbite at the same time. Leh has been a Buddhist centre since at least the 3rd century AD. Since the invasion of Ladakh by Tibet in the 8th century, when much of it became part of Western Tibet, Tibetan ('Mahayana') Buddhism has dominated eastern Ladakh, while Islam has slowly developed in Ladakh's western regions. Ladakh's colourful gompas (Buddhist monasteries) such as Shey, Alchi, Hemis and Lamayuru, have attracted devout Buddhists and interested travelers from all over the globe.

Ladakh Trekking / Tour Package

• Ladakh Trekking

• Ladakh Culture Tours

Some of Important Ladakh Trekking Routes

Markha Valley Trek Duration 9 days Best Time June to October Highest Point Kongmaru La (5135m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: This trek has been, one of the most favorite trek among trekkers for a long time because of Beautiful Valley of Markha overshadowed by Kanyatse and other groups of Peaks. The numerous small villages, shepherds camps and passes are main feature of this trek. The trek begins from Spituk monastery or Stok village passing through Stok La and Gandala Pass, which takes you across Markha valley. At last it crosses Kongmaru Pass and finishes wonderful trek at the famous Hemis monastery.

Henaskut to Wanla Duration 6 days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Nyigutse La (5000m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: Around 6 days trek from Henaskut to Wanla starts from Henaskut around 160 Kms. from Leh near Leh-Srinagar highway in Kargil district. There are many passes Like Yogmala (4900 meters.), Niyigutse La (5,100 mtrs.) and Pirkiting La (3,700 mtrs.) and it finishes at Lamayuru, where the oldest monastery in Ladakh is located, around 125 Kms. from Leh town.

Lamayuru to Padum Duration 9 -10days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Singay La (5000m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: The most beautiful and longest trek for around 20-21 days starts from Lamayuru, where the 10th Century's monastery is located, around 125 Kms. from Leh Town. You can also do this trek in 10 days finishing at Padum in Zangskar Valley. The trek starts from Lamayuru and it enters Zangskar Valley passing through Wanla and the most remote villages of Lingshed. On the 9th and 10th day, one reaches Hanamur or Pishu via Karsha monastery to Padum (the headquarter of Zangskar valley). After a day rest at Padum you can proceed towards Darcha via Phuktal monastery and high passes (Shikun La 5,100 m). The trek finishes at Darcha village in Lahul & Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh around 145 kms. from Manali.

Tsomoriri to Kibber Duration 7-8 days   Best Time September to October Highest Point Parang La (5580m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: Drive six hours to Tsomoriri Lake or Korzok; headquarter of nomads via Chumathang and Mahay Bridge along the Indus River. After a night halt start your acclimatization walk for a day, where you can visit Changpa nomades and have wonderful view Tsomoriri Lake. Third you will start you trek along the Tsomoriri Lake with beautiful landscape. The trail turns southward from Nurboo Sumdo and start walking along Parang chu valley towering snow Peak Mountains. Seventh day you will walk on a glacier mountain for 3. 30 minutes to reach Parangla 5880m. Crossing the pass the landscape suddenly changes with high mountains of Lahul & Spiti and Kibber viilage in Himachal Pradesh is reached after another day trek. Your trek wonderful trek is finished here. After the trek you can extend trip and visit Ki, Lhalung, Pin and Tabo monasteries of Spiti Valley by Jeep. From here we drive back to Manali and then to Delhi to fly back home.

Hemis to Zangla by Junglam Duration 9 days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Charchar La (4950m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: The trek starts from Hemis monastery (one of the richest monastery in Ladakh). It enters in famous Markha valley and Zangskar via Junglam, which is open only for a month. In summer this route is closed due to water crossing and in winter heavy snowfall.

Sham Trek (Liker to Khaltse) Duration 5 days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Tsermangchan La (3750m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: Sham trek is a mild trek, which is very convenient for easy hiker group and from Sight seeing point of view. There are many villages and monasteries on this trek. This is the only trek that can be done throughout the year, as there are no high passes. This trek passes through many small villages. It is very famous among tourist as Baby trek.

Lamayuru to Darcha Trek Duration 19 days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Shinkhul La (5080m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: This is the most popular Trail into Zangskar via Shingo La. This trek starts from famous monastery of Lamayuru and enters Zangskar though most isolated villages of Lingshet, Photoksar and then the headquarter of Zangskar called Padum. Further this trek leads you to Darcha in Himachal Paradesh via Phuktal and Bardan monasteries.

Lamayuru to Hemis Duration 15 days   Best Time June to October Highest Point Kongmaru La (5135m) Highlight People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes. Physical Challenge Moderate Description: Lamayuru, the oldest monastery is situated on the starting point of this trek, which finishes at Hemis the Richest and most famous monastery of Ladakh. There are many Passes on this trail. It passes through Hemis national park, established to preserve snow leopard and other wild animals. But there is only 10% chance to view a snow leopard. Further it enters beautiful valley of Markha, which is overshadowed by many Peaks. The high pasturelands to graze yaks & goats are dotted with animals.