Chadar Frozen River Trek| Leh

Highlights

• Arrival in Leh (3500 m)
• Acclimatization Walk in Leh
• Getting a medical check-up at SNM Hospital
• Shingra Koma and Somo Paldar
• Dib Cave/Tibb to Camp at Naerak

Day by day

1. Day 1
   Arrival in Leh (3500 m)

   Leh, which lies at an altitude of more than 3500 metres above sea level, is the second largest district in the country. In winters, as most passes leading to Leh are closed, you will be flown to the Leh airport which has the distinction of being the highest airport in the world. As soon you land at the airport, you will be greeted by dry and cold air, but what will take all your attention is the lofty, snow-capped mountains all around; a sight that will remain with you forever. After completing the arrival formalities and picking up your bags from the baggage counter, take a taxi and proceed towards the pre-arranged hotel. Enjoy an overnight stay in the hotel.

2. Day 2
   Acclimatization Walk in Leh

   Get up early in the morning and begin the process of acclimatization at high altitude. Proceed to walk towards Shanti Stupa, a sacred Buddhist stupa, from where you will get an opportunity to witness a beautiful view of the sunrise and a panoramic sight of the town of Leh. Stay hydrated as you spend your first day of the trek in Leh.

3. Day 3
   Getting a medical check-up at SNM Hospital

   Due to the challenging nature of this particular trek, government has made it mandatory for participants to acquire medical certification before they undertake Chadar trek. A clearance certificate upon a medical check-up will be issued by the Sonam Narbu Hospital. One will get a certificate only when adequately fit and acclimatized for the trek.

4. Day 4
   Shingra Koma and Somo Paldar

   Enjoy tea and breakfast in the morning and start your journey by driving to Shingra Koma. This ride is not for the faint-hearted as bumpy roads and hairpin bends are quite common on this route. The sight of the surrounding high mountains will give you a sense of awe. After a point, you will have to deboard from the vehicle and trek towards Somo Paldar campsite. Your Chadar trek expedition starts here.

5. Day 5
   Dib Cave/Tibb to Camp at Naerak

   Today, you will trek the most scenic part of the region and get a chance to witness the largest frozen waterfall and prayer flags. The bridge built next to the site of the waterfall is used in summers to reach Zanskar from Leh. Thereafter, you can proceed towards the village of Naerak to mingle with the locals and understand their way of living. Stay overnight at the village camp comfortably.

6. Day 6
   Naerak to Tibb

   On this particular day, start your return trip and proceed towards Tibb. The return trail would not be easy and the river quickly reacts to any change in the temperature. By now the frozen river might have taken an entirely new form. On the way back, admire the beauty of the region, click pictures and meet locals, who can be seen wearing traditional woolen Gonchas (robes). Upon Dib Cave, relax and stay overnight at the campsite.

7. Day 7
   Tibb to Shingra Koma & Back To Leh

   In the morning, get ready to leave Tibb and proceed towards Shingra Koma, crossing Gyalpo. The trail today will give you a chance to witness high mountains and pugmarks of wild animals like snow leopards, ibex and foxes. If lucky, you just might spot a leopard; even if you do not, then at least be sure, you would be watched by them.

8. Day 8
   Departure from Leh

   Today, the mesmeric journey to one of the finest scenic destinations of India will ultimately come to an end. The entire experience, we are sure, would give you an unmatchable feeling of achievement and satisfaction. In the morning, check-out from the guesthouse and depart from the Leh airport. Departure Dates January: 4th ,7th, 10th, 13th, 16th, 19th, 22nd, 25th, 28th,31st February:3rd, 6th ,9th,12th Grade: Difficult Max Altitude: 11,123 Ft. Approx Trekking Km: 75 kms. Best Time to go: January to February In case the Chadar is not formed your local operator shall offer you the alternate trek for same duration. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to the following events, then the cost of delays and/or other changes are normally the responsibility of the participant. Bad weather Road conditions Transportation delays, Government intervention Airline schedules Sickness Note If Minimum group strength is not met, we have the right to cancel the departure. Should you wish to customise the trip as per your preferred date, separate charges will apply. Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change.