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Darcha Lamayuru Trek
Leading out of the small settlement of Darcha in Himachal Pradesh this is one of the most popular treks traversing the heart of Zanskar. The highest mountain pass is the mighty Shingo La (Shinkun La), crossing which you emerge into the beautiful Zanskar valley with its tiny oasis like villages bordered with swaying Poplar and Willow trees. On the way you get to visit some ancient monasteries dramatically built on jagged hillsides and also stop and meet the friendly Zanskari inhabitants. Quaint villages, high grassy meadows, a few crystal clear springs, shimmering snow clad mountains and the beauty of the desolate landscape makes this a fascinating trek.

Notable Attraction: ZANSKAR VALLEY
Grade : HARD
Highest Altitude Gained: SHINGOLA PASS (5,100 MTR)

Duration: 21 DAYS AND 20 NIGHTS

DAY / 1 : Manali-Darcha (6 HRS)
Morning after breakfast drive 140 kms to reach Darcha (3400M) via Rohtang pass. You can stop at Rohtang Pass for the photography of the high mountain ranges. Spend some more time at the pass to enjoy the beauty around. Continue to reach Darcha by late afternoon. Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 2 : Darcha - Chalang Tokpo (3,580 MTR) 5-6 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Chalang Tokpo (3580M) in about 5-6 hours. This Day's trek is easy and Gradual all the way. Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 3 :Zanskar Sumdo -Ramjak (3,750 MTR) 7-8 HRS
Morning after breakfast start an easy trekking to Zanskar Sumdo (3750M). Proceed to Ramjak. Total trekking time is approx. 7-8 hours. Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 4 : Ramjak-Chumikanakpo (4,060 MTR) 5-6 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Chumikanakpo (4060 in about 5-6 hours. Climb steeply immediately after the Campsite and then climb gradually upto Chumikanakpo. Arrive and Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 5 : Chumikanakpo-Shingola- Lakonng (5,100 MTR) 7-8 HR
Morning after an early breakfast start trekking 16 Kms to reach Lakong (4100M) by crossing Shingo La 5100m). The climb to the pass is not difficult but climbing down is quite steep through the Glacier. The Day is quite long and Tiring, 7-8 hours approx. Arrive and Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 6 : Lakong-Kurgiak (4,060 MTR) 6-7 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Kurgiak (4060 M) by covering approx. 14 Kms, 6-7 hours approx. Now you will find the difference in the features of the mountains as you are in Zanskar, Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 7 : Kurgiak - Purne (3,745 MTR) 5-6 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Purne (3745M) trek for about 5-6 hours. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY /8 : Purne-Phuktal Gompa –Purne (3990 M)
Morning after breakfast start trekking for an excursion to Phutkal Gompa which in one the most impressive Gompas in Ladakh by covering approx 14 kms. Phuktal Gompa is located inside the Cave. Return back to purne and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 9 : Purne – Ichar (5-6 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, cross small Canyons of Pudding stones, which leads to Char village and passing Hanumi and Surle villages. Arrive at Ichar, 5-6 hours approx. Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 10 : Ichar – Mone (3,650 MTR)5 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking with the guide and reach Mone (3650 M) after 5-6 hours approx in the evening .Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 11 : Mone - Padum (5-6 HRS)
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Padum (3560 M), 5 - 6 hrs approx. Padum is the old capital of Zanskar. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 12 : Padum
Full day free to explore or visit Pipi Tong and Stagnimo gompas. Overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 13 : Padum - Karsha – Pishu (3,650 MTR) 4 HRS
Morning after breakfast start your onward trek to Karsha (3610 M) by covering approx. 7 kms in 3 hrs approx crossing the Doda river. A 15th century Gelupa Monastery (populary known as Karsha Gompa) dominates the scene. Proceed to Pishu (3650 M) by covering approx. 13 kms in 4 hrs approx along the river Zanskar. An easy days trek. Pishu has a nice camping site. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 14 : Pishu - Hanumil (3,960 MTR) 4-5 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Hanumil (3960 M) by covering approx. 14 kms in 4-5 hrs through Pidmu after continuing to the left bank of river Zanskar. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 15 : Hanumil - Purfi La – Snertse (3,900 MTR)
Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Snertse (3745 M / 15 kms). After crossing a steep and difficult climb to the pass, Purfila (3900 M). From the pass it is a steep descent upon Omachu River and from there it is about one km climb upto a wonderful Campsite at Snertse. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 16 : Snertse - Hanumala – Lingshet (4,750 MTR)
After early breakfast proceed to climb Hanuma La, this is a long gradual ascent with gorges first, then easier. After about 4 hrs reach the summit at Hanuma La. (4750 M). Then descent for about 1000 metre steep descent and about 300 metre ascent climb along the mountainside, further easy descent to reach Lingshet (3800 M). Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 17 : Lingshet - Foot of Shingla (4,100 MTR) 7 HRS  
Early morning after breakfast start trekking, ascent for about 1 hr to reach Murgum La (4100 M), continue climbing to view the valley of Nierag on the other bank of Zanskar. Hereafter a gentle descent towards the village of Gomgma (3840 M) and Skiumpata. Then a gradual climb to reach the base of Shinge La, total time 7 hrs approx. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 18 : Foot of Shingela - Shingela – Photoksar (5,230 MTR)

Early morning after break start climbing up the Shinge La (5230 M) which takes about 2 hours. Shingela means the lion's pass which is also the highest pass on this trek. First the climb is through the terminal Moraine and then through the long Glacier. The climb is not steep but the Descent through the steep Glaciers a little difficult. Then a speet descent and further a gentle climb to reach Bumiktse La (4200 M). Proceed to Photoskar, a nice camping site. Photoksar village is a town of clusters of Homes, Green Fields and a Gompa above in a dark brown cut crop. Arrive dinner and overnight stay in tents.

 
DAY / 19 : Photoksar - Sirsir La – Hanupatta (4,800 MTR)
Morning after breakfast start trekking (6-7 hours approx.) to reach Hanupatta (3770 M) after crossing Sirsir La (4800 M). The climb to the pass is steep but the descent is gentle. Arrive and overnight stay in tents.
 
DAY / 20 : Hanupatta - Wanla (3,645 MTR)
Morning after breakfast start trekking (6 hours approx.) to reach Wanla (3645 M). Wanla is a small town with its Maroon and white Monastery Perched above the town on a knife edged ridge. Arrive and oovernight stay in tent.
 
DAY / 21 : Wanla - Lamayuru - Leh (Trek/Jeep) 7-8 HRS
Morning after breakfast start trekking (4-5 hours approx.) to reach Lamayuru (3510 M). Lamayuru Gompa is one of the most impressive and well maintained monasteries in Ladakh. Arrive and visit Monastery. Proceed to Leh by jeep (4 hrs approx), enroute visit Alchi monastry. Overnight stay in hotel.
 
 TREKKING COST (PER DAY PER PERSON):
1 PAX 2 PAX 3 PAX 4 PAX
RS – 7000/- RS – 4500/- RS – 3000/- RS – 2500/-
 

  Cost Includes:

  • Trekking with full support (Guide + Cook + Helper + Horse man)
  • All three times meals during trekking and camping
  • During camping we will serve you Indian, Continental, Tibetan cousins
  • Dropping to trek starting point (Darcha) by taxi
  • Pickup from trek finishing point (Lamayuru) by taxi
  • Wildlife fees and camping charges
  • Tents on twin sharing basis during the trekking
  • Kitchen tent for cooking food
  • Dinning tent for eating and relax upon arrival at camp
  • Toilet tents and shower tent upon request

  Cost Excludes:

  • All sorts of personal nature expenses
  • Tips to support staff, horse man, driver
  • Accommodations in Manali (Hotel or G. House)
  • Difference in cost due to last minute change in itinerary
  • All kind of unforeseen expenses beyond our control

  Note:

  1. We need 50% advances to book the tour / trek with us.
  2. Balance 50% has to be deposited 15 day before your arrival in Leh
  3. Baggage support 15 kg per pax during trek
Call us at
+ 91- 94182-83000
+ 91- 93189-95777
 
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