Markha Valley Trek Tour

Package Overview

This trek follows a circular route around the Hemis National Park. The trek is a thrilling experience what with two 4800-5000m high passes to cross as well as waist - deep rivers to ford on the way. The campsites are among aromatic shrubs and wild roses. You can spot blue sheep on the bare mountains or get entertained by the antics of the marmot while following the beaten trail. The Markha trek is one of the most sought after treks in Leh.Any flight tickets 
Sleeping Bags, trekking shoes and clothing sun cream.
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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival

  Travel from Delhi to Leh by air. The early morning flight from Delhi gets to Leh in less than two hours. From the airport guests would be transferred to city hotel / Guest House. Leh is at an altitude of 3500 mts. And all guests are advised to rest for the entire day. A successful trek in Ladakh requires you to acclimatize well.
• Day 2 : Thicksey

  Visit in the day the monasteries of Shey. Thicksey and Hemis. Overnight Leh
• Day 3 : Spituk

  Visit Alchi, Phyang Likir and Spituk monasteries. Overnight Leh.
• Day 4 : Leh to Zingchan drive trek to to Yurutse camping (4/5 hours) :

  From Leh to Zingchen drive 45 minutes and from Zingchen we walk upstream and then climb up the hill till we get to Kandala Nallah, along which a path leads to high pastures. On the east is a path that leads to Rumbak Village which we avoid taking. Instead we go westward following the path to Yurutse Camping.

  • Themes Camping
• Day 5 : Yurutse to Shingo Homestay (6/7hours) :

  Today is a long day. The trek up to the Kandala Pass (4870m) takes a little under two hours of steady climbing from the base camp. From the pass a well-defined path leads down to Shingo. This descent takes around two hours. Shingo Camping.

  • Themes Camping
• Day 6 : Skiu to Markha (6/7 hours)

  An early start is recommended for this day as it gets very warm when it is sunny, although the walking is not very strenuous. The trail from Skiu leads to Sara where one can stop for a quick lunch. Beyond Sara the trail goes up to the village of Chalak. We cross a river and keep going ahead for around two hours till we reach the swift Markha River. After fording across the river from the shallowest spot we carry on further to arrive at Markha Village. There are a number of options for camping here.

  • Themes Camping
• Day 7 : Markha to Thujungtse (6/7 hours)

  This day is a moderately tough walking day, passing through the villages of Umlung and Hanikar. The Kangyatse Peak (6400m) dominates the landscape. The trail goes northwards upto the confluence of two rivers Luntang Chu and Nyimaling Chu. At the end of the trail we get to Thujungste village. The campsite is excellent.
• Day 8 : Thujungste to Nyimaling (3 hours)

  Today is a easy walk. The trail from Thujungste leas you to Nyimaling passing through several Mani walls and shepherd camps. On the way the views of Kangyatse Peak are simply spectacular. Nyimaling is a beautiful place and one can spend the afternoon exploring the valley. You can spot Blue Sheep and other wildlife in this area.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 9 : Nyimaling to Chokdo across Kongmaru La (6/7 hours)

  Nyimaling to Chokdo across Kongmaru La (6/7 hours)
• Day 10 : Chokdo to Hemis Leh.(3/4 hours)

  Follow the Shang River after the 2 hrs walk you reach Shang Village then drive back to Leh by Taxi.
• Day 11 : Depart for Delhi by the morning flight

  For the more adventurous a drive to either Manali or Srinagar can also be arranged on request. The road journey is covered in two days with an overnight halt at either Sarchu, which lies on the Leh-Manali highway, or Kargil, which lies on the Leh-Srinagar highway.

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Transfers

Exclusions

• Any flight tickets 
• Sleeping Bags, trekking shoes and clothing sun cream.
• Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
• Any thing not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices Included”. 
• Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
• Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)

Total cost for this trip

Package Start From

• Leh Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, India, Asia

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Hemis Complex Zangsti Road, Leh Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, India - 194101
• 08069247163 (Ext : 070)
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