Sketch itinerary:
Day 1: Delhi to Leh
- Acclimatize
- Explore
- Overnight Stay: At guesthouse in Leh
Day 2: Acclimatising in Leh
- Sightsee
- Acclimatize
- Overnight Stay: At guesthouse in Leh
Day 3: Leh to Rumbak
- Trekking distance: 10 km
- Trekking Time: 5 hrs
- Overnight Stay: In tents at Rumbak campsite
Day 4: Trek Rumbak to Mounkarmo
- Trekking distance: 14 km
- Trekking Time: 7 hrs
- Overnight Stay: In tents at a campsite near Mounkarmo
Day 5: Rest at Mountkarmo
- Acclimatise
- Relax
- Overnight Stay: In tents at a campsite near Mounkarmo
- Trekking time: 8 hrs
Day 6: Trek Mounkarmo to Stok Kangri Base Camp
- Trekking distance: 8 km
- Trekking Time: 4 hrs
- Overnight Stay: Tents at Stok Kangri base camp
Day 7: Prep Day
- Train
- Overnight stay: Tents at Stok Kangri base camp
Day 8: Summit Day! K Kangri (6150m) and back to Base camp
- Trekking distance: 15 km
- Trekking Time: 15 hrs
- Overnight Stay: Tents at Stok Kangri base camp
Day 9: Trek to Stok village and drive to Leh
- Trekking distance: 14 km
- Trekking Time: 7 hrs
- Overnight Stay: At guesthouse in Leh
Day 10: Fly to Delhi
- Check out of the hotel
- Board flight for the return journey
Detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Delhi to Leh
You'll meet your group at Leh airport and travel to the hotel together. After refreshing welcome drinks and a wholesome meal, you're free to go explore the city. Today is meant for your body to acclimatize to the climate so try not to exert yourself much. You can alternatively relax at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Acclimatising in Leh
Today you'll spend the day sightseeing around the beautiful city of Leh. You can visit the Shey and Thiksey monasteries and there are several temples to admire as well. You'll return to the hotel for lunch and spend the day exploring the Leh market. Make sure you hydrate yourself throughout the day. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Leh to Rumbak
Today you'll trek for 4-5 hours towards Rumbark after a 2-hour drive to Zingchen. The drive will take you through the Leh airstrip, the Spituk Gompa and the Indus river. You'll begin your trek here from a bumpy section to Zingchen. The walk helps you acclimatize as you go along a stream and make your way across the undulating meadows of Rumbak, onward to the campsite. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 4: Trek Rumbak to Mounkarmo
Today you'll trek up to Stok La pass and down into Stok valley. You'll start to feel the rising altitude as you climb higher and the path is particularly steep as it winds up to Stok La Pass. The descent into Stok Valley can be spent admiring the stunning views of endless mountain ranges. You'll pitch your tents at a campsite close to Mounkarmo.
Day 5: Rest at Mountkarmo
You'll spend the day today relaxing and letting your body acclimatize to the high altitudes. You can embark on a short 3-hour walk into a side valley to help you get to experience with the height gain. As you return back to the camp you can appreciate the beauty of the Ladhaki landscape. After a hot lunch, spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at camp.
Day 6: Trek Mounkarmo to Stok Kangri Base Camp
Today you'll trek up to Stok Kangri base camp. As you enter the big pasture of the camp, you'll spot other trekkers from around the globe who have also assembled to attempt the mighty Stok Kangri climb. The buzz of excitement in the air is palpable. After a warm meal, you'll go for a short hike that will help you obtain some altitude experience and keep you in form for the great climb ahead. Overnight at camp.
Day 7: Prep Day
Today you'll spend the day preparing yourself for the greatest climb of your life. Double-check your gear and the necessary equipment to make sure everything is in order. You will have to wake up in the wee hours of the morning to begin your trek, so rest easy and go to bed early. Overnight at campsite.
Day 8: Summit Day! K Kangri (6150m) and back to Base camp
Summit Day! K Kangri (6150m) and back to Base camp. Today is the most awaited day of your Stok Kangri expedition. The adventure of trekking in the dark will give you a rush of excitement that will wake you up, invigorated and ready. You will leave with your group just after midnight and embark on a 12-15 hour quest to the summit of Stok Kangri.
You'll climb steep paths, cross shimmering ice glaciers and clamber over rocks and moraines. Your arduous journey will seem effortless once you reach the top and set your eyes on the view that awaits. You'll rest for some time, celebrate your victory, and then head back to the campsite. You'll fall asleep with a sense of fulfilment and joy.
Day 9: Trek to Stok village and drive to Leh
Today you'll trek back to the village from the Stok Valley to awaiting vehicles geared to take you to your hotel. Here you can kick your feet up and unwind for the day. You can also step into the Leh market for some last-minute shopping. Spend a peaceful night at the hotel.
Day 10: Fly to Delhi
Today you'll check out of your hotel to leave for Leh airport to catch your flight back to Delhi.
Inclusions:
All travel from arrival at Leh airport on day 01 till drop at Leh airport on day 10 is included in your package. Arrangements for staying in rest houses, hotels and camping in tents while on the trip is done on twin sharing basis.
You will be provided with all meals consisting of breakfast, lunch, dinner on day 01 to breakfast on day 10. Professional guide fee, sanctuary fee, royalty and permits are included where applicable. All trekking arrangements are done with India’s most experienced guiding team, camp staff, cook, etc.
Exclusions:
Delhi-Leh-Delhi airfare, railway station or airport transfers in Delhi and any stay and meals in Delhi are excluded from your package. You will not be provided with beverages at the Leh hotel. Jain food can be arranged if an advance request is given. Sleeping bags, items of personal clothing or any expenses of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, insurance, camera fee, etc have to be self-arranged.
Personal climbing equipment can be hired in Leh on a budget of Rs 3000/- on rental. Your trip excludes any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond the operator’s control.