Adventure trekking in ladakh

The trekking season is roughly between May and October. In May though, one can still expect snowfall, and in June and July, the rivers are full due to the melting snow. The ideal season therefore is from August to early September.
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Nov. 14, 2010 - PRLog -- Since 1974, when Ladakh first became accessible to foreign visitors, this high and arid region has captured the imagination of adventure travelers. This itinerary between Ladakh and Zanskar offers a large diversity of landscapes, from the jagged Kongmaru La pass (5000m) to the green oasis of the Markha valley with breath-taking views of the Korakoram snow-capped peaks. Many scattered high villages, each with irrigated fields of barley and potatoes, add color to this otherwise quite barren environment, and provide the chance to meet the Ladakhi peasants in the simplicity of their daily life. Markha will be an opportunity to visit the old monastery, famous for its paintings.

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Ladakh receives little snow and less rain. The sun shines for over 300 days in the year. Summer temperatures seldom exceed 27ºC in the shade, whilst in winter they may drop to minus 20ºC.Despite a harsh climate, the Ladakhis are a cheerful and courteous people, who can be rated as on of the most hospitable people in the world.

For the mountaineer, the nearby Zaskar range offers some fantastic and challenging hiking opportunities. A variety of long, mid, and short range treks, which follow rough trails and pass through some spectacular high-altitude mountain passes, connect the region's gompas and villages.

The road journeys to Ladakh. Starting at Manali is an unforgetful experience; crossing over a series of high passes, topped by the 5360 m high Tanglang-la - it is an adventure, offering spectacular scenery .
Ladakh offers numerous high altitude treks, wild jeep safaris, white water rafting, mountain biking and mountain climbing. Meeting its colorful people, and participating in their festivals are experiences to remember. Tours to monasteries are soul enriching and awe-inspiring.

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Ladakh Trekking is an independent organization created a few years ago by a local Ladakhi guide Tsering Angchok having experience of 15 years of arranging tours & treks in Ladakh and by Lalit Prakash having experience of 10 years of arranging tour & treks throughout India, both wanted to serve the travelers who are curious to know more about the geography, the people and the culture of Ladakh


Ladakh is a trekker’s paradise, with numerous trails to choose from – for the beginner as well as for the professional. One condition necessary for all though, is acclimatization. Being a high altitude area, it is necessary to allow the body to get used to the climactic conditions. Spend a couple of days walking around Leh and its monasteries, gradually increasing distances covered to nearby Gompas (monasteries).

Physical preparedness and training, through appropriate exercise should start as far as three months ahead of a trek, as certain fitness levels must be met to undertake anticipated levels of strenuous activity, within which highlighted areas include physical strength, stamina and lung capacity.

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If one is not sufficiently prepared with the right camping gear, there enough outlets in Leh from which one can hire or buy the appropriate items. It is important to equip oneself with the right clothing and gear as morning and evening temperatures are harsh. Carry enough food and water. The mid-day sun can be scorching and it is advisable not to trek then, as it can cause sunburn and dehydration.

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