Join us on a trek to the beautiful frozen Zansar river. This is often called the 'Chaddar' trek because of the semblance of this frozen river to a snowy blanket meandering through Ladakh. This is a high intensity trek and is only suitable for those who have significant trekking experience.
Destination
Ladakh is famed for its high passes, brackish water lakes, a stunning lunar landscape, a Buddhist culture warped in time, deep blue endless skies, and a landscape that is larger than life. It is an adventure seekers paradise. Many have said Ladakh is the most beautiful place in the world, but we seek a beauty even more surreal and attempt one of the most celebrated, difficult and exquisite trek of the region. We will walk on a frozen river bed, camp near caves along the way and fight the twin difficulties of extreme cold and altitude to get the unique ‘Chaddar’ experience, the walk over the frozen Zanskar River. A route patronized by the people of the Zanskar valley for hundreds of years, as their only contact with the outside world for trade, during the 8 month long freezing winter.
Destination highlights
Experience a once-in-lifetime opportunity of trekking on the frozen Zanskar river | Enjoy the spectacular scenery, wild gorges and frozen waterfalls | Delight in the local culture and cuisine
After arrival in Leh, you will need to report to the hotel by 12.00 noon. The day is spent resting at the hotel and a leisurely orientation walk in the evening in the Leh market. To aid acclimatization it is necessary to have plenty of water along
with rest. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.
Leh
Leh
00:00 AM
None | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 02: Leh sightseeing
This day is for taking in the sights of Leh and to use this as an opportunity to acclimatize further. We visit Thiksey Monastery (one of the most visited and photographed monasteries in Ladakh, which houses one of the largest Buddha statues, the 40 ft. tall Maitreya, the Buddha of Future) and Stok Palace (the place where the current royal family lives). Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Leh
Leh
00:00 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 03: Drive to Tilat Sumdo (63 km.; 1½ hrs); Trek to Bakula Caves (3180m/10,434 ft.; 2
&fra
After breakfast, we drive to Tilat Sumdo. We also pass Chilling, one of the most famous villages in Ladakh, known as a center for crafts, especially for its metalwork.
In the afternoon, we meet our trekking crew and prepare for the trek. After lunch, we start our trek from Tilat Sumdo to Bakula Caves takes around two and a half hours, along the frozen river.
Over the next few days we will traverse a landscape of frozen waterfalls where the harsh winters have preserved the traditions and cultures of the local people in a frozen Shangri-La. The Zanskar Valley is the most isolated of the Trans-Himalaya valleys and that true sense of remoteness will become all the more evident as we approach our camp.
Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Bakula Caves.
After breakfast, we trek 6-7 hrs, to reach Paldar Sumdo. We trek along the edges of the frozen river, through a narrow mountain gorge. Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Paldar Sumdo.
Bakula Caves
Paldar Sumdo
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 05: Paldar Sumdo - Dibyokma (3000m/9843 ft.; 4–5 hrs)
Post breakfast, we start our journey towards Dibyokma (this stretch will take us around 4-5 hrs). Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Dibyokma.
Paldar Sumdo
Dibyokma
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 06: Dibyokma – Nerak Pullu (3800m/12,468 ft.; 5–6 hrs)
We head back to the river and walk along a canyon. This stretch is a trek of 5-6 hrs through tremendous canyons which is inaccessible in any other season, and leads us to Nerak Pullu. Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Nerak Pullu.
Dibyokma
Nerak Pullu
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 07: Rest day at Nerak Pullu
This is a day of rest, where we catch our breath, unwind, and get to know each other better.
Nerak Pullu
Nerak Pullu
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 08: Nerak Pullu - Dibyokma (4–5 hrs)
We walk back to Dibyokma. Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Dibyokma.
Nerak Pullu
Dibyokma
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 09: Dibyokma – Paldar Sumdo (4–5 hrs)
We walk further to Paldar Sumdo. Dinner and overnight stay at camp in Paldar Sumdo.
Dibyokma
Paldar Sumdo
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 10: Paldar Sumdo - Tilat Sumdo (6–7 hrs); Drive to Leh (63 km.; 1½ hrs)
This marks the last day of our trek as we walk to Tilat Sumdo and the road ahead. We cross the familiar territory, with our mind fresh with the experiences of the last week of traversing this enchanted land. At Tilat Sumdo we get into our waiting vehicles to Leh for a much deserved bath and some good rest in warm cozy rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Paldar Sumdo
Leh
00:25 AM
Breakfast | Lunch | None | Dinner
Veg|Non veg|
Day 11: Final departure
We check out of our hotel before 9.00 a.m. depending upon our flight schedule.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
All the Delhi – Leh flights are scheduled in the early morning hours hence it is advisable to fly to Delhi a day in advance.
To arrange for the airport transfers, we need a written intimation by mail on info@countrysideindia.com and the email id. of the concerned salesperson, alongwith your arrival
and departure flight details such as flight no., airline name, arrival time and tour name, should reach us atleast 10 days prior to the date of reporting.
This trek involves walking for 5-6 hours daily at an average pace, but we recommended this trek for people with an extremely good level of physical fitness. The highest altitude that we attain on this tour is 3500m/11,484 ft. We do not recommend this tour to people with chronic problems like epilepsy and those related to blood pressure or heart or diabetes.
It’s mandatory that all the participants carry a valid photo id.,(driving license, voter Id., passport or Adhar card) for issuance of permits and 2 passport size photographs.
If the client wishes to hire a porter so that he can walk along with him, then an extra porter can be arranged on the spot for which the client must make an extra payment. The cost for an extra porter will be INR 800/- per day.
Hand baggage is not allowed on Leh – Delhi flight.
Day temperatures average minus 13 degress celsius and at night it drops to minus 30 degrees celsius. However the temperatures would vary a lot depending on the season and altitude.
The tour involves exposure to extreme cold temperature upto minus 30 degrees celsius, causing cold injuries and sickness. One must exercise caution and protect themselves from these temperatures. The trek is on a frozen river at high altitude and the maximum height reached will be approx. 3500m. Acute mountain sickness (AMS) can be caused due to high altitudes. The AMS may be avoided by taking precautions. The high altitude can cause Acute Mountain Sickness and may
Take a break by gurgling streams and frozen waterfalls.
Take a break by gurgling streams and frozen waterfalls.
Experience the thrill of a lifetime while walking over the edges of the frozen river.
Experience the thrill of a lifetime while walking over the edges of the frozen river.
Explore the myriad sights and sounds at Leh market.
Tune into your spiritual side at the magnificient Thiksey monastery.
Traverse a landscape of frozen waterfalls in one of the most remote valleys of the Himalayas.
Trek along the edges of the frozen river, through a narrow mountain gorge.
Prep for a long but rewarding trek towards Dibyokma.
This stretch is a photographer's delight, as we through tremendous canyons which are inaccessible in any other season.
Relax and unwind with peers as you soak in the views at Nerak Pullu.
Relax and unwind with peers as you soak in the views at Nerak Pullu.
Spend the night in tents amid the vast open landscape at Dibyokma.
Night photography enthusiasts will enjoy camping under the stars at Paldar Sumdo.
Traverse familiar landscapes as we trek back to Tilat Sumdo
Check out of the hotel and explore Leh or head back home with wonderful memories.
Accommodation: Leh: In a Classic category hotel on twin sharing basis (centrally heated rooms). On the Trek: In a camping tent on twin sharing basis.
Food: All meals including lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 11. Meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner only.
Travel: Transfers and sightseeing in SUV/MUV.
Others: Complimentary sack, cap and duffel bag. Monument visit fees. Necessary porterage and camping equipment on the trek. Hire charges for Sleeping Bags & Feather Jacket. One experienced tour leader from “Countryside Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.” and local guide(s).
Excludes
Government Service Tax as applicable
Travel to and from Leh
Camera fees
Any expenses of personal nature such as mineral water, laundry, liquor, etc.
Any kind of insurance such as accident, theft, medical, evacuation, etc.
Tips to driver, guide, hotel staff, etc.
Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary because of natural calamities, flight delays, road blocks, vehicle breakdown etc. factors beyond the control of “Countryside Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.” and its associates.
What to Wear
What to Wear
Not to wear -
What not to Wear
Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
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