This unforgettable trekking route takes you deep into the remote and spectacular landscapes of southern Ladakh, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, high-altitude adventure, and cultural immersion. Traversing through the heart of the Indian Himalayas, the trail winds across dramatic terrain—from sweeping high-altitude plateaus and narrow, colorful gorges to snow-draped peaks and timeless shepherd settlements.
The journey begins in the lush Markha Valley, known for its dramatic scenery and ancient monasteries perched on rocky cliffs. As the route ascends, you’ll cross several high mountain passes over 5,000 meters, such as Kongmaru La, offering jaw-dropping panoramas of the Zanskar and Karakoram ranges. Each pass reveals a new landscape: rugged cliffs, glacial streams, and alpine meadows dotted with wildflowers in the warmer months.
Along the way, trekkers will encounter traditional Ladakhi villages with whitewashed houses, Buddhist stupas, and prayer flags fluttering in the wind—providing rare insights into a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. Isolated shepherd encampments in the Changthang and grazing pastures near the base of Kang Yatse and Dzo Jongo add to the experience, where you may meet the hardy nomadic communities that still depend on seasonal migration and yak herding.
Campsites are set in serene, off-the-beaten-path locations, surrounded by pristine nature and often under a canopy of stars. Wildlife sightings are also possible—blue sheep, marmots, Himalayan foxes, and even the elusive snow leopard inhabit this region, especially in the early morning or twilight hours.
This trek offers much more than just scenic landscapes. It’s a holistic Himalayan experience that combines physical challenge, natural wonder, and cultural depth—ideal for adventurers seeking an immersive journey far from the crowded tourist trails.
Day 1: Stok – Mankarmo duration 5 hrs
Day 2: Mankarmo - over Matho La to Ganpoche duration 5hrs
Day 3: Ganpoche - over Shang La - Shang Pu duration 6hrs
Day 4: Shang Pu - over Gyuncho La - Chuskurmo duration 5hrs
Day 5: Chuskurmo - over Kongmaru La - Nimaling duration 7hrs
Day 6: Rest day in Nimaling
Day 7: Nimaling - Pangong duration 2hrs
Day 8: Pangong - Tardat - Yakrupal duration 6-7hrs
Day 9: Yakrupal over Zalungkarpo La -Sorra duration 7hrs
Day 10: Sorra - Dat duration 5hrs., drive back to Leh 4hrs
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