Stok Kangri
One of the most fascinating places in India is Stok Kangri that lies in the beautiful area of Ladakh.
Region : Leh Laddakh (J & K)Duration : 8 days Leh to LehGrade : DifficultMaximum altitude : 6163 Mtrs
One of the most fascinating places on the planet is Stok Kangri that lies in the beautiful area of Ladakh. Ladakh is located in the northern state of India and is famous for compassion and support of its residents. Leh the capital of Ladakh is situated at the height of 3500-3800 mts of sea level and the most adventurous place for the trekking lovers. Trekking in Leh is the best option for trekking in India and hence it attracts tourist from every corner of the world. Stok Kangri is one such peak that has gain tremendous popularity in the last few years. Illustrating the Himalayan range with a wider perspective, this trek embrace deserted surroundings and offer its trekkers the opportunity to experience the complete peace. The entire trail has incorporated many ridges so you can feel the sudden change in scenery. In winter, the whole landscape attains a perfect magnificence. Stok Kangri peak provides you the entire view of Zanskar and the Indus Valley.
Your trek starts with the arrival from Delhi to Leh. Spend some time to acclimatize with the beauty and weather. Leh is the place where you get the perfect combination of natural exquisiteness with cultural beauty. The whole path to the Stok Village is full of natural grandeur and flourishing green trees. From Changa Ma, you will go to Base Camp. Set up in a grassy area, it is a place that gives pleasure to everyone. This exotic area has many water bodies. Staying here in the tents is a life time opportunity. You will rest here for one complete day and get adequate knowledge about all the possibilities and challenges of the trek from your guide. From here, you will trek to your destination Stok Kangri. Ascend climbing for 9-10 hours and you will reach at the top of the ridge. Standing at the summit, you can view the Karakoram Range to your north and Zanskar Range to your south. At your front, the extensive and open ground provides you a regal feel. This trek offers you the incredible trekking experience. We are the Best Trekking Company in India providing the finest customized deals to trekkers worldwide. We develop a schedule as per your requirements and needs. With us, you will experience the best trekking excursion every time. We not only plan your trip, but take care of every issue no matter big or small. Our motto is to create the most excellent trekking experience of your life. Simply give us a call and leave everything on our professionals. Call us..Today..!!
INCLUSIONS
- Transport: Leh to Leh.
- Meals while on trek (Veg. + Egg).
- All necessary entry fees and permits.
- Accommodation: - Guest house, Home stay, camping during Trek.
- First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder
- Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff.
- Porters/mules to carry central equipment
- Trek equipment’s: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required).
- AAR’s Staff Insurance.
EXCLUSIONS
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges . and anything not specifically mentioned under the inclusions
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
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Normally we expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1500/- if you make payment 10 days in advance
INR 1800/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
Cost
₹ 25500/- For Leh reporting (8 Days)
Cost does not include 5 % GST
Detailed Itinerary : Leh to Leh
DAY 1-2: ARRIVAL, ACCLIMATISATION & EXPLORATION IN AND AROUND LEH (3500M)
First 2 days are planned with the sole intention of getting everyone acclimatised well. First day we will almost do nothing but sit in the hotel and sip on tea/coffee this is done to ensure that we acclimatise well as this is the most important component of this adventure trip. On Day 2 one can choose to do their own thing. Today one can go on a sightseeing trip or check out the local market or just relax at the hotel. If required we can make arrangement for the sightseeing trips. Please get in touch with the trek leader for the same. We will be staying in a good quality, neat and clean hotel with all basic amenities in Leh on the first 2 nights.
DAY 3: LEH MATHO AND TREK TO GANGPOCHEY (4300M) (DRIVE / 45 MINS) (TREK / 5 – 6 HRS)
Having acclimatised well for 2 days we set out towards Stok Kangri. After a short drive from Leh we reach Matho, starting point of the trek. Today’s hike to Gangpochey is a gradual uphill hike with 2-3 river crossings as well. If lady luck is taking the trip with you then you might spot a Blue sheep or a Snow leopard. It will take us 5 to 6 hrs to reach Gangpochey. Overnight in tents
DAY 4: GONGPOCHEY – MANKARMO (4400M) (TREK / 4 – 5 HRS)
This is another beautiful day of trekking where we cross over Mathola pass (4900 m) to reach Mankarmo. This day involves gradual uphill walk and will take around 4-5 hours. This is a good day for acclimatising too as one experiences an environment close to 5000m. Overnight in the tents
DAY 5: MANKARMO – STOK BASE CAMP (4900M) (TREK / 3 – 4 HRS)
From Mankarmo there is a steep ascent to reach the base camp for Stok kangri. This is an easy hike and will give you enough time to relax at the camp and get ready for the summit day. On arrival we will set campsite for overnight stay. Overnight in the tents.
Day 6: BASE CAMP ACCLIMATIZATION AND HEIGHT GAIN
On this day we will climb the ridge on top of the base camp. This is a short and steep climb and will help us tremendously in getting acclimatised. For most part of the day we relax at the campsite. We will have an early dinner and go to bed as we need to wake up at around midnight for our climb
DAY 7: BASE CAMP – STOK KANGRI (6153M) – BASE CAMP
We will start very early (around 1 a.m) from the base camp with our head lamps showing us the route for a couple of hours till the sun breaks out. From the base camp there is a steep climb to the ridge just above the camp and this will set the tone for the climb to come. From the first ridge we move to a big glacier which we negotiate carefully and from here we find our way up to the final ridge which will lead us to the summit. The final stretch is quite steep and the thin air makes it even more challenging. Early on in the season (May – June) there is lots of snow on this stretch while in July and August there is comparatively lesser snow making the climb easier. This is a very interesting though tiring stretch as we move through a typical high altitude terrain which has boulders, scree laden ridges, glaciers and high snow capped mountains all around. The summit rewards us with wide open views of the Karakoram and Ladakh range on the north, the Zanskar range on the west and a bird’s eye view of the Indus valley and the Leh city. Enjoy the feeling of having achieved a difficult task of climbing a 6000m+ peak and take a few pictures before climbing down to the base camp. The climb to the top will take anywhere between 6 to 8 hrs while the return trip will take us around 4 hours. Overnight in tents
DAY 8: STOK BASE CAMP (4900M) – STOK VILLAGE (3650M) (HIKE / 4 HRS) – LEH (DRIVE / 30 MINS)
Today we trek back to the Stok village from the base camp. From here we drive for an hour to Leh and check in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel
