One of the most popular treks in Ladakh – it is a perfect combination of beautiful trans-himalayan landscape with ladakhi villages. There are good chances to spot some high altitude wildlife as well as experience the life of nomadic families as they herd their yaks in these big and beautiful valleys The route then follows the Markha River, passing through lush farmlands and traditional villages. The head of the valley is dominated by the glaciated Kang Yangtse peak (6,400m) rising high above the pastures of Nimaling - an idyllic camp site for one night.
Kongmaru La (5,265m) marks the highest point of our trek with excellent views of Kang Yangtse, the distant Nun-Kun peaks and northwards to ...
Highlights
10 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Sleeping Bag
Dinner
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Alcoholic Beverages
Monument Fee
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
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One of the most popular treks in Ladakh – it is a perfect combination of beautiful trans-himalayan landscape with ladakhi villages. There are good chances to spot some high altitude wildlife as well as experience the life of nomadic families as they herd their yaks in these big and beautiful valleys The route then follows the Markha River, passing through lush farmlands and traditional villages. The head of the valley is dominated by the glaciated Kang Yangtse peak (6,400m) rising high above the pastures of Nimaling - an idyllic camp site for one night.
Kongmaru La (5,265m) marks the highest point of our trek with excellent views of Kang Yangtse, the distant Nun-Kun peaks and northwards to ...
Highlights
10 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Sleeping Bag
Dinner
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Alcoholic Beverages
Monument Fee
Itinerary
Markha Valley trek is one of the most fascinating treks in Ladakh. The trek takes you on a beautiful journey in the land of fluttering colorful prayer flags, mane walls, high passes, exotic wildlife, and unusual shear canyons. It is one of the moderate to difficult treks in the Ladakh region that requires a lot of stamina, technical skills and strength. The Markha Valley trekking tour starts from Leh at 3,500 meters and heads to Spituk, which is a few hours of drive from Leh. Thereafter an easy trek of 4 - 5 hours leads to Zingchen where from the trail turns to Yurutse at 4,160 meters. The trek from Zingchen to Yurutse mostly stretches over a phantasmagoric landscape and cuts across the Zing...
