Ladakh Trekking - Adventure Unlimited

Where is Ladakh? My answer would be - Ladakh is where the Paradise on Earth is. But still, this doesn't answer the question “where is Ladakh” completely. Ladakh, the land of stark beauty, finds its home nestled between the highest mountain ranges inthe world, the Himalayas and the Karakoram. One has to come here to experience its wholeness; words merely try their best to match up to its unparalleled beauty. The strategic geographic location of Ladakh has attracted adventure seekers, spiritualists, nature lovers and explorers to it always. While some come here for finding the answers to their curious souls in the peaceful monasteries of Ladakh, there are others who make this lovely Ladakh trip to escape the humdrums of everyday life and chaos of cities. Yet still, there are those hungry nature lovers, explorers and adventure travellers who tour to Ladakh to be one with the pristine, picture perfect nature.

While Ladakh adventure can come in many forms, the most popular is trekking in Ladakh. The best season for Ladakh trekking expeditions generally begins from June and runs until the end of October. While the major challenge faced by the trekkers is the unpredictable snowfalls and chilly Himalayan breezes, this hasn’t discouraged the enthusiasts from trekking in Ladakh. Be equipped with the essentials like anorak, pullovers, strong rubber shoes with gripping soles, woolly socks, sleeping bag, flash light with enough batteries, eye gears, water cantor, waterproof tent and rucksack and you are all set for Ladakh trekking.

There are several routes for trekking in Ladakh. However, it is always best to consult a competent Ladakh travel agency who can easily guide to your best Ladakh trekking route as well as take care of all the trekking arrangements right from camping gears, portage, food and permissions.

Here’s a list of the various routes for trekking in Ladakh -

Ladakh Trekking Routes    

• ·         Tsomoriri Trek Via Parang La - 5500 Mts         
• ·         Nubra Valley Trekking - 5456 Mts         
• ·         Manali To Hemis Trek - 5300 Mts
• ·         Sangla – Leh Trek - 5280 Mts
• ·         Junglam Trek - 5200 mts  
• ·         Markha Valley Trek - 5150 Mts  
• ·         Remote Zanskar Trek - 5150Mts
• ·         Hemis Rupsu Darcha Trek - 5100 Mts
• ·         Darcha - Padum Trek - 5090 Mts                        
• ·         Stok Kangri Summit           - 4950 Mts     
• ·         Lamayuru Chilling Trek - 4950 Mts       
• ·         Zanskar To Lamayuru Trek         - 4950 Mts     
• ·         Spituk Trek - 4900 Mts     
• ·         Ladakh Monasteries Trek - 4900 Mts   
• ·         Sham Valley Trek - 4750 Mts       
• ·         Ladakh & Zanskar Valley Trek - 4060Mts
• ·         Chadar Trek - 3850 Mts    

Paahun Tour Managers Pvt Ltd. plans trips to Leh-Ladakh every year. But, if you are looking for the best deals for your Ladakh travel along with stay in the best hotels in ladakh, this is the best time to contact Paahun Tour Managers.

Call: +91-8800889984 or Email - manishjha@paahun.com

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Don't Miss Pangong Lake on Your Trip to Ladakh

Pangong in Summer (source: wikipedia)

On your Ladakhtour, one of the places that you must visit is the Pangong Lake or Pangong Tso (as it is locally known). Distanced some 160 km from Leh, atop the Changla Pass (5475 meters), the Pangong Lake shimmers in its tranquil turquoise glory at a height of 4218 meters above the sea level. The Pangong happens to be the largest brackish lake in all of Asia stretching up to 700 square km. A major portion of this lake in Leh is shared by Tibet and China too.

Road to Pangong (source: wikipedia)

One interesting thing about the Pangong in north east of Leh is that, it not a fresh water lake as you would have guessed. Rather, it’s a salt water lake. The first place where one gets to halt enroute to the Pangong Lake is the quaint little village of Thiksey which is known for its large monasteries that dot the entire mountain range. As you move beyond this village, you will be greeted by steep mountains. The second place where you usually get to halt on your way to Pangong is the Changla Pass (17,350 ft.).

Birds in Pangong Lake (Source: lehladakhtourindia)

The placid Pangong Lake of Leh is not just a paradise for the nature travellers for but also for the geologists with its magnificent rock formations in the mountains. The Mahe marshes around the lake on the other hand, are a treasure for the bird watchers as it abounds in the migratory Black Necked Siberian crane during their breeding season. Summer-time becomes the ideal season for the Brahmini ducks and Bar-headed goose to make the Pangong their temporary home. Other notable species of wildlife that can be spotted in this beautiful region of Leh include kiang and Marmot.

Breathtaking Landscape around Pangong Lake (source: wikipedia)

The best season to visit the Pangong Tso in Leh is from May to September. This lake in Leh was made hugely popular all over the globe after being filmed in the blockbuster Bollywood movie of 2010 called “3 Idiots” starred by Amir Khan. So, on your tour to Ladakh, this is one place which you must visit.

Paahun Tour Managers Pvt Ltd. plans trips to Leh-Ladakh every year. But, if you are looking for the best deals for your Ladakh travel along with stay in the best hotels in ladakh, this is the best time to contact Paahun Tour Managers.

Call: +91-8800889984 or Email - manishjha@paahun.com