The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
Overview
The rewarding, demanding Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek sets out from Pannikhar in the Suru valley of Kargil. You will travel from Delhi to Leh before lacing up your boots, granting time to bask in civilization and culture before hitting the trail! Along the path, revel in a beautiful contrast of stark, green landscape flanked by glaciers, moraines, boulders, alpine meadows, river crossings, lakes, and passes, to name a few. Prepare to encounter snow!
The combination of camaraderie, camping in unreal natural settings intertwined with taxing days, natural wonders, culture, and history on this 11-day guided trek will keep you thoroughly happy and entertained!
The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek Overview
The rewarding, demanding Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek sets out from Pannikhar in the Suru valley of Kargil. You will travel from Delhi to Leh before lacing up your boots, granting time to bask in civilization and culture before hitting the trail! Along the path, revel in a beautiful contrast of stark, green landscape flanked by glaciers, moraines, boulders, alpine meadows, river crossings, lakes, and passes, to name a few. Prepare to encounter snow!
The combination of camaraderie, camping in unreal natural settings intertwined with taxing days, natural wonders, culture, and history on this 11-day guided trek will keep you thoroughly happy and entertained!
Explore various terrains and scenic wonders: glaciers, valleys, moraines, river crossings, alpine meadows, scree, crevasses, to name a few.
Spend nights in nature, sleeping in unforgettable, remote settings in the thick of India's mountainous backdrop.
Enjoy time exploring one of the prettier mountain towns in the world: Leh, where layers of peaks back historical and cultural monuments.
Feel your heart rate climb as you traverse challenging terrain and tackle rising elevation to reach incredible and rewarding views.
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Itinerary for The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
Arrive at Leh
Board the early morning flight from Delhi to Leh (not included). It takes a little more than an hour to get to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. On a clear day the flight offers excellent views of the mighty Himalayas. Arrive at the hotel for welcome drinks followed by breakfast. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Spend time in Leh
Spend half the day visiting Shey and Thiksey monasteries around Leh. Return to the hotel for lunch and spend the day exploring the Leh market.
Head to Kargil
Get ready for a long day of driving today. Set out after an early breakfast, travelling west of Leh towards Kargil. Drive 36km from Leh to reach Nimu, the confluence of the Zanskar with the Indus. Pass the derelict fort at Basgo, the painted caves at Saspol to reach Khalsi, where the road crosses the Indus River and slowly winds its way 27km up to the beautiful gompa at Lamayuru.
Continue to cross the Fotu La (4108m) and Namika La (3700m) to reach the village of Mulbekh. 41 km further, you will travel toKargil, which marks the transition to a predominantly Muslim area.
Trek to Panikhar
You’ll start with a drive to Panikhar. The road snakes up the Suru valley past the settlement of Sankhoo. Arrive Panikhar 3200 Mts from Kargil. Start trek towards Donara, you’ll follow the Cholong River for about 1-1.5 hours and camp for the night.
Beyond Panikhar To Upper Shepherd Camp
Prepare yourselves for a river crossing at Lonlivadgalli, after which you’ll start our uphill walk towards the Boktol pass at 4980 Mts, and camp at the upper campsite that shepherds use.
Upper Shepherd Camp to Kannital
This is the longest day on the trek (14 km; 9-10 Hours). After leaving the Upper Shepherd camp, the trek to the Boktol pass is a mix of easy and hard walk for about 5 hours. On the top of the pass there are beautiful views of some 6000 Mts high unnamed mountain peaks around and a huge hanging glacier towards the Nun massif gives a great look.
From the pass there is a long descent on main Boktol glacier for about 4 to 5 hours till you get to a beautiful camp at Kannital.
Kannital to Humpet
The 10 km long walk from Kannital to Humpet is an easy walk all along the Boktol river. It can take upto 2 hours to cross the Boktol river. Camp in an open meadow at Humpet and today can take upto 6-7 hrs.
Rest day
Spend the day relaxing and basking in the gorgeous surroundings.
Hike from Humpet to Rangmarg
From Humpet, start the downhill walk through some beautiful birch trees until you get to Wankadal, where you will cross the Boktol river on a wooden log bridge. Soon, you will start trekking uphill, which will take you to the beautiful camp at Rangmarg.
Trek from Rangmarg to Sheeshnag
Get ready for the second longest day on this trek. It’s a long uphill trek with a steep climb towards the end to the Golal Gali pass. From the top, you will get some stunning mountain views. Descend to camp after walking 8km, situated near the beautiful lake Sheeshnag.
Hike from Sheeshnag to Chandanwari
Prepare for a beautiful walk hitting Pissu top, where you will get the best views of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva mountains. At Chandanwari, board the vehicles to drive to Srinagar with some time to spend at Pahalgam.
Goodbye
Your trip ends with the morning transfer to Srinagar Airport. We suggest you taking the morning flight back to Delhi. Trip ends!
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Dates and prices for The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
This tour is operated as a private trip for your group. Please submit a booking request to enquire about accurate pricing for your group size and dates.
What’s included for The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
Meals
11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 10 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 11 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport.
Also included
- English-speaking guide
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees and permits where applicable
- Camp staff and cooks
- Portage for up to 15kg per person
Not Included
- Flights to and from Delhi at the start and end of the tour
- Meals, drinks (such as bottled water), or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Expenses incurred from nature or out-of-control circumstances
- Sleeping bag
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
Accommodation for The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
This tour is based in tents, hotels, and a houseboat. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Frequently asked questions for The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Trek
How hard is the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour?
We rate this tour as a 5 / 5. This is a challenging trek that travels to high elevations, requiring acclimatization and hiking experience.
Do I need a visa to travel to the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour?
11 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover trekking. Get your travel insurance.
How do I get to Delhi to start this tour?
Fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Is the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Where does the The Great Ladakh to Kashmir Traverse Tour end?
The tour ends at Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to India?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for India?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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