Zanskar Valley Expedition
The Zanskar Valley Expedition is the ultimate adventure for experienced trekkers seeking to explore one of the most remote and isolated valleys in the Himalayas. Known as the "Last Shangri-La," Zanskar remains largely untouched by modern civilization, preserving ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture in its purest form.
This challenging expedition takes you through dramatic landscapes, crossing high mountain passes, visiting remote monasteries, and experiencing the raw beauty of one of the world's most isolated regions. The trek requires excellent physical fitness and previous high-altitude trekking experience, but rewards adventurers with unparalleled wilderness experiences.
Expedition Highlights
- • Remote Himalayan wilderness
- • Ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture
- • Multiple high-altitude passes
- • Isolated monasteries and villages
- • Dramatic canyon landscapes
- • Complete cultural immersion
What's Included
- • Expert expedition leader
- • High-altitude camping equipment
- • Pack animals and handlers
- • All meals during expedition
- • Special area permits
- • Emergency evacuation support
12-Day Remote Expedition
Day 1: Leh to Kargil
Drive to Kargil, preparation day
Day 2: Kargil to Padum
Enter Zanskar Valley, reach Padum
Day 3: Padum to Karsha
Visit Karsha Monastery, largest in Zanskar
Day 4: Karsha to Pishu
Begin remote valley trek
Day 5: Pishu to Hanumil
Cross high passes, remote camping
Day 6: Hanumil to Snertse
Continue through isolated valleys
Day 7: Snertse to Lingshed
Visit remote Lingshed Monastery
Day 8: Lingshed to Photoksar
Cross Singge La pass (5,090m)
Day 9: Photoksar to Lamayuru
Descend to Lamayuru Monastery
Day 10: Lamayuru to Alchi
Cultural exploration day
Day 11: Alchi to Leh
Return to Leh via Indus Valley
Day 12: Departure
Expedition completion and departure
Expedition Information
Duration
12 Days
Group Size
2-8 People
Difficulty
Challenging
Best Views
Remote Valleys
Ultimate Adventure
For experienced trekkers only. Requires excellent fitness and previous high-altitude experience.
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