Trekking in Ladakh, India

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Arrival in Leh, 3505 m

  Upon arrival, meet with our team and transfer to the hotel. After breakfast, free time for acclimatization. In the afternoon, visit the bazaar and the Shanti Stupa. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 2

  Leh

  Breakfast at the hotel, then visit of Lamayuru, the richest gompa (monastery) in the Indus valley. Alchi, Likiri, Phyang and Basgo. Night in Leh.

• day 3

  Leh to Rumtse, 4200 m

  After breakfast, we begin our journey to Rumtse. On the way, we visit the monasteries: Shey Palace Thiksey Gompa Hemis Gompa and the rural school. Night at the camp.

• day 4

  Day 4: Rumtse to Chorten Sumdo, 4500 m

  Breakfast at the campsite It's the first day of trekking, we are starting gently. We go up a valley and set up our second camp at Chorten Sumdo (4500 m). Walking hours: between 5h and 5h30 Distance covered: 15 km Elevation gain: 720 m Elevation loss: 250 m Accommodation: under tent

• day 5

  Chorten Sumdo at Kumur La 4950 m at Mandachal La 5170 m at Tisaling 4900 m

  After breakfast, our trek to Tisaling begins. Gradually, we climb the Kumur La pass (4950 m). We have lunch, then climb the second pass, Mandachal La (5170 m). Arrival at Tisaling (4900 m) and overnight at the campsite. Walking hours: between 6h30 and 7h Distance covered: 15 km Elevation gain: 1000 m Elevation loss: 500 m Accommodation: in tent

• day 6

  Tisaling at Shinbuk La 5,230 m to Pongunagu 4,590 m

  After breakfast, we climb up to the Shingbuk La pass (5230 m). From the pass, the view is magnificent in the distance, in clear weather, over the Tso Kar, which means "white lake". Upon arrival at Pongunagu (4590 m), overnight at the campsite. Walking hours: between 5h and 5h30 Distance covered: 17 km Elevation gain: 570 m Elevation loss: 900 m Accommodation: in tent

• day 7

  Pongunagu, crossing of the high plain from Tso Kar to Nuruchan, 4660 m.

  After breakfast, our trek begins towards Tsokar or Salt Lake. Today, the hike is easy across the high plain of Tsokar. You can see nomadic people and wild animals: Kyangs, marmots, and many species of birds. Arrival at Tsokar and visit of the Salt Lake. Overnight in a tent at Nuruchan (4660 m). Walking hours: between 7h and 7h30 Distance covered: 17 km Elevation gain: 440 m Elevation loss: 100 m Accommodation: in a tent

• day 8

  Nuruchan at Horlam La 4930m at Rajun Karu 4700m

  After breakfast, gradual ascent towards Horlam La (4930 m). Then descent towards Rajun Karu (4700 m) for the night. Walking time: between 4h30 and 5h Distance covered: 9 km Elevation gain: 550 m Elevation loss: 215 m Accommodation: under tent

• day 9

  Rajun Karu at Kyamayuri La 5430 m, at Kortse La 5380 m, at Gyama 5100 m.

  Breakfast at the tent, then a steady ascent to cross the Kyamayuri La pass (5430 m). Today, you will cross the highest pass, the Kortse La (5380 m). Arrival at Gyama (5100 m), by a river, for the night. Walking hours: between 7h and 7h30 Distance covered: 17 km Elevation gain: 1080 m Elevation loss: 840 m Accommodation: in a tent

• day 10

  Gyamsharma at Yalung Nyau La 5430 m, at Karzok 4630 m, at Lake Tso Moriri 4595 m.

  After breakfast, departure through a beautiful valley, then ascent towards the Yalung Nyau La pass (5430m). On the way, you will meet nomads who herd Pashmina goats. Arrival at Karzok Village (4630m) for the night. The rest of the time, visit the lake and the village. Walking hours: between 7h and 7h30 Distance covered: 17 km Elevation gain: 620 m Elevation loss: 1115 m Accommodation: in tent

• day 11

  Tso Moriri Lake in Leh, 3505 m

  After breakfast, departure by car to Leh, about 220 km / 6-7 hours of driving. Arrival in Leh and check-in at the hotel.

• day 12

  Leh

  Free day for relaxation and shopping. Night at the hotel or in a guest house.

• day 13

  The Departure

  Very early in the morning, after breakfast, our team will take you to the airport. And our services come to an end.

• day 14

  The price includes

  Transfers and ground transportation in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Reception and briefing in Leh by a representative of Trekking in India. The type of vehicle varies depending on the number of tourists. Accommodation: 3-star hotel or guesthouse in a double room (during the trek, in a camp). Meals: breakfast only, except during the trek (full board). Assistance from a local team: English-speaking Ladakhi guide, cook (and assistant cooks for large groups), muleteer (and assistant muleteers for large groups). Portage and collective and individual equipment: pack animals, carrying of collective and individual camping and cooking equipment. Entrance fees to monuments or monasteries. Services of a French-speaking accompanying guide from 6 travelers. The environmental entry tax to Ladakh. Access to the Ifremmont medical service, specialized in altitude, open 24/7. The price does not include: Flight tickets (Delhi-Leh-Delhi). Visa fees. Insurance. Visits not included in the program. Drinks, personal expenses, tips, and donations in monasteries. GST (Goods & Service Tax 5%).