Kangyatse Climb

Kangyatse peak Climb


Trip at a Glance
Trip duration         : 14 days tour
Grade                     : Moderate to Challenge 
Activities               : 7 days trekking/ Kangyatse climb
Accommodations: In Hotel 5 Nights/ Camp 8 Nights

Journey Highlights
  • Sensational flight over the Himalaya
  • Ancient Buddhist monasteries
  • Kongmarula pass 5200 meters
  • Kangyatse Peak 6200 meters

Tour Inclusions
  • Comfortable sharing accommodation
  • Guide & equipment for Kangyatse Peak
  • Gear Package sleeping bag and mattress
  • Pack horse carry personal & group equipment
  • All internal transport by private car
  • All meals while during the trek
  • Mention monuments entrances
  • Expeditions Permit fees 

Tour Exclusions
  • Travel Insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Tipping

Meals: B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner


Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Fly Delhi to Leh 3500 meters
We take the morning flight to Leh, where you will be rest for acclimatisation at the hotel and afternoon gently stroll through the town maze of narrow lane-ways or visit the colorful main market, while your body acclimatizes to the altitude.
Standard Hotel (B)

Day 2 In Leh 3500 meters
You will be experience the beauty and spiritual heritage of Ladakh with visit to: 
The 17th century Shey Palace monastery complex, this features the 12 meters copper and gold-gilded Shakyamuni Buddha statue, as well as exquisite wall painting. 

Thiksey the 15th century monastery is noted for its resemblance to the Potala Palace. It contains a vast array of Buddhist arts, including the 15 meters Maitreya (future Buddha). 

Hemis monastery built in 1672. The monastery possesses a rich collection of ancient relics and artwork, including a stunning Thangka (embroidered Tibetan silk religious painting) measuring more than 12 meters. The popular annual Hemis Festival, held in June or July, which features colourful mask dances.
Standard Hotel (B)

Day 3 In Leh; acclimatisation walks
Today we begin with visit Stok Palace, the current residence of the former royal family of Ladakh. Built in 17th century, the four story palace contains 77 rooms. One wing has been converted into a museum, which houses a fascinating collection of royal heirloom, including jewellery, shrines, gem-encrusted headdresses and exquisite Thangka dating back more than 540 years.

After test your walking boots during a short, but scenic hike up to the Stok mountain range, via the Stok River gorge, lined with willow and poplar trees. On the way you will catch glimpses of the majestic Stok Peak 6150 meter and also have a chance to sharpen your bird-watching skills. Keep a look out for magpies, snow pigeons and partridges.
Standard Hotel (B)

Day 4 Drive to Zingchen & trek to Rumbak 3879 meters
We are off! This morning we will drive to the Zingchen, crossing the Indus River via a bridge behind the Spituk monastery. We are now in the Hemis National Park, the largest national park in south Asia 4400km and home to large number of endangered species, such as the snow leopard and Eurasian Bear, as well as the Asiatic Ibex, Tibetan Wolf, Red Fox and Himalayan Marmot. We will follow the Zingchen stream west crossing and re-crossing it several times. In winter you may catch an exciting glimpse of the beautiful snow leopard, descending into the valley in search of prey, such as Bharal. You are guaranteed to see the nests of the majestic airborne predator the Golden Eagle. This picturesque village is set against a spectacular backdrop of snow-caped peaks. Tonight camp is Rumbak sum-do and afternoon we can explore the village Rumbak.
Approximate walk profile: Zingchen to Rumbak, 3hrs/ 6.4km/ 4mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 5 Trek to Shingo 4100 meters via Kandala Pass 4970 meters
Today we are crossing second highest pass Kandala pass 4900 meter of our trek.  The trail from Rumbak sum-do continues along the Zingchen steam, pass the tiny village of Yurutse and a Mani wall and after Yurutse we have a gradual climb up an open grassy stone-strewn slop. Watch out of Himalayan Marmots dashing between their underground burrows, where they hibernate for the winter. We will then head west to tackle the steep trek up to the Kandala Pass, where prayer flags flutter and we will be rewarded with stunning views of the Stok Range to the east and Zanskar Range to the west. After the initial descent the trail leads to the true right of the valley to the outlying fields of Shingo village where we will camp tonight.
Approximate walk profile: Rumbak Sum-do to Shingo, 6-7hrs/ 14km/ 8.7mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 6 Trek to Sara 3520 meters
Leaving Shingo, our trail heads south-west through a spectacular narrow gorge lined with graceful willow trees and wild roses, where we may spot more nimble-footed Bharal. We will cross the Shingo steam several time on our way to the village of Sku, located at the junction of the steam and the Markha River, where a small cliff-top monastery is tended by an elderly man or women, who visit every morning and evening to light the alter lamps. The village is surrounded by verdant field of barley, peas and mustard  in dramatic contrast to the wild and barren mountains nearby. The trail then turn south-east following the Markha River through groves of willow and poplar trees, until we cross a bridge and head to our camp site in Sara.
Approximate walk profile: Shingo to Sara, 7-8hrs / 20km/ 12.5mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 7 Trek to Hangkar 3980 meters
Today we will crises-cross the fast flowing Markha River several times by bridge on our journey from Sara to Hangkar. On the way, we will pass through the villages of Chalak and Thinlespa. We will then embark on a steady climb eastwards up the Markha Valley, following a series of Chorten (dome shape structure containing Buddhist relics) to the picturesque village of Markha, which features both a monastery and a ruined fort dating back 500years. After Markha the terrain changes the warm relatively heavily wooded countryside of the lower Markha is left behind. More Chorten mark the trail to the village of Umlung, before we climb high above the river to enjoy spectacular views of Kangyatse a major peak at the eastern end of the Stok Range. We will finish the day in Hangkar, the highest village in the Markha valley. Towards sunset keep an eye on the hillside over the river as the local herds of Bharal descend incredibly steep trails to drink at the river.
Approximate walk profile: Sara to Hangkar, 6-7hrs/ 12km/ 9.3mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 8 Trek to Nemaling Base Camp 4850 meters
Our destination today is the wide rolling meadows of the Nemaling Base Camp, which provides high summer pasture land of the people of Markha and other surrounding villages. After short walk to the junction of the Nemaling Chu and Lang-tang Chu (Chu means River) we will follow the former until we reach Tho-chung-tse at 4100m. The trail then towards east passing a seasonal lake as it climbs gradually towards our Nemaling Base Camp-site.  We have a stunning great view of Kangyatse Peak 6200m.  During summer you will see a surprising number of animals grazing over the high pastures, including yaks, sheep, goats, horses, and dzos (a hybrid of yaks and domestic cattle). Himalayan marmots and white-tailed hares also abound. The Nemaling which slops upwards to the base of the ice-crowned Kangyatse 6200m is renowned for its stunning sunset. During the dinner talk or brief about next day Expeditions and today we have an early dinner, because we have an early start our expeditions.
Approximate walk profile: Hangkar to Nemaling Base Camp, 6hrs/ 11.5km/ 7mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 9 In Nemaling; Kangyatse climb 6200 meters
Today we wake up very early morning and before we leave our expeditions guide check the weather update. From the camp we walk with head torch, so that we see the trail clear. After some time gaining the height, with gradual ascent and over the sunrise you have a great view of surrounding mountains. From the top you have a view of Stok Peak 6150m, Nun & Kun Peaks and K2 range. We spent some time on the summit or top and taking photos. Later heading back to camp site and today is very long exciting day!

Day 10 In Nemaling
In Nemaling, rest day in the camp.

Day 11 Trek to Shang-Sumdo via Kongmarula Pass 5200 meters
Yesterday resst will leave you refreshed and ready to tackle today journey, which includes a steep, but steady climb up to the Kongmaru-la Pass 5200m  the highest point on our trek! On the way, we will cross a log over the Nemaling River, pass shepherds huts and enjoy further opportunities to encounter the plentiful wildlife. When we reach the summit of the pass, marked by numerous fluttering prayer flags, you will be rewarded with an awe-inspiring vista of snow-clad peaks in every direction. On a clear day the majestic giants of the (K2) Karakorum Range can be seen on the north west horizon. The trails then descends steeply to the Martselang valley, following the flow of the Martselang stream down to the village of Chogdo, then crises-crossing the stream several times on our way to the village of Shang-sumdo and our final campsite.
Approximate walk profile: Nemaling to Shang-sumdo, 7-8hrs/ 18km/ 11.2 mile
Full service Camping (B, L, D)

Day 12 Drive to Leh, 2hrs
Take the weight off your feet and swap stories about the trek during the drive back to your hotels in Leh.
Standard Hotel (B)

Day 13 In Leh 3500 meters
On your final, full day in Ladakh, you will have the opportunity to take an optional, rafting trip down the Indus River or Zanskar River or simply spend your time exploring the town and shopping for souvenirs in the Leh Market, where you will find a range of tempting items, including Thangkas, prayer wheels, copper samovars, wooden masks, turquoise and coral stone, hand woven blankets, Pashmina shawls and silver jewelery.
Standard Hotel (B)

Day 14 Fly Leh to Delhi
In the morning short drive to Leh airport to catch the flight Leh to Delhi. (trip concludes)