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| Trekking in ladakh |
1. Markha
Valley Trek
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.
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Duration |
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9 days |
Best Time |
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June to October |
Highest Point |
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Kongmaru La (5135m) |
Highlight |
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People, Village, Wildlife and High
Passes. |
Physical
Challenge |
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Moderate |
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2.Lamayuru to Padum
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.
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Duration |
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9 - 10 days |
Best Time |
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June to October |
Highest Point |
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Singay La (5000m) |
Highlight |
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People, Village, Wildlife and High
Passes. |
Physical
Challenge |
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Moderate |
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