'Fixed departures' are assured departures that will start on the given date as per the given itinerary.
• Altitude:- 3,500 m/11,500 ft
• Check in Hotel
• Briefing about the trek at 5 pm (mandatory)
• Bring a copy of ID proof and 2 photo graphs. foreigner, a copy of passport and visa
• Network is available (only post-paid)
• ATM is available
• Can purchase or rent trekking equipment from Leh
• Visit of any very high altitude place or pass is not advisable
• Consumption of alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited
• Stay in hotel
• Acclimatization and sightseeing in Leh
• Can visit to monasteries: Shey, Thiksey, Sangam, and Hemis
• Avoid River Rafting, You can plan it after your trek
• Visit of any very high altitude place or pass is not advisable
• Stay in hotel
• Altitude: Chilling 3,200m/10,500ft, Skiu 3,400m/11,150ft
• Drive:- 65 km, 2-3 hours (Leh to Chilling)
• Drive through GurudwaraPathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus
• Trek:- 9 km, 4-5 hours (Chilling to Skiu)
• Accommodation in Home Stay
• Altitude:-Skui: 3,400m/11,200, Sara: 3,500m/11,490ft
• Trek 10 km, 3-4 hours
• Very well marked flat trail
• Women café, tea houses at Nagding village
• Spot meditation caves
• Blue sheep, mountain goats, Makpai bird etc. can be found
• Accommodation in Home Stay
• Altitude:-Markha 3,700m/12,200ft
• Trek 10 km, 4-5 hours
• Flat trail with minor ascend
• Tea houses at Chalak village
• Find mani stones and white stupas
• 2-3 river crossing
• Monastery and palace to visit at Markha
• Accommodation in Home Stay
• Altitude:- Hankar 4,000m/13,100ft
• Trek:- 11 km, 5-6 hours
• Teahouse at Umling village
• Last village of the valley
• View of a beautiful monastery
• Path will intersect the River a number of times
• After Umlung, you will have a first look of Mt. Kang Yatse(6400m)
• Packed lunch on the way
• Accommodation in Home Stay
• Altitude:- Nimaling 4,700m/15,400ft
• Trek:- 9 km, 3-4 hours
• An easy trek
• Amazing view of Mt. Kang Yatse
• Amazing view of Tigu lakes (double lakes)
• Packed lunch on the way
• Accommodation in Tent
• Altitude:- Kongmaru 5,200m/17,100ft, Chokdo 3,700m/12,100ft
• Trek 16 km, 7-8 hours
• Descent to Chokdo (Shang Valley) from KongmaruLa is little long
• Highest Altitude pass crossing to the trek makes it a difficult day
• Cross a stream terrain and then proceed to the north
• It will take 2-3 hours of hike for Kongmaru La Pass
• Amazing view of Indus Valley and Ladakh Range
• Steep descent and rocky terrain
• From Chokdo drive to Leh (2 hours drive)
• Packed lunch on the way
• Accommodation in Hotel
Geographic Tours- Commenced & established in the year of 1999 by young fellows of Ladakh, with a strong vision of making Ladakh amongst the top tourist hubs in every niche and corner of the world. We, at Geographic Tours, believe in the contentment of the travelers and take care of their traveling desires too. Along with the travelling, we tend to take precautions to keep the nature clean and green thus following the Swach Bharat Abhiyaan mission.
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The Markha Valley trek is known for being a popular yet authentic trek, offering you a glimpse into the local life while displaying incredible scenery. With two choices of routes available, you have no excuse not to embark on this adventure.
The Markha Valley trek is not the most challenging technically, however it is essential to be in good physical shape in order to be able to enjoy the trek. You also have to keep in mind that you will only have access to basic necessities and will be most likely be camping every night, It is recommended that no matter your experience, you hire a guide or an agency to take you through the Valley, as this will bring you peace of mind and valuable knowledge about the area and its people. Finally, you will reach high altitudes so make sure that your insurance covers hiking/trekking over 3000m.
Leh emergency numbers
- Police: 100
- Fire: 101 and 132
- Ambulance: 102 and 108
- Tourist Information Center, Leh: +91 198 2252297
- Foreign Registration Office: +91 198 2252200
- SNM Hospital, Medical Superintendent: +91 198 2252014
The Markha Valley Trek Ladakh spans 60-75 km distance depending on the routes taken and the places covered. You can travel to more places if you want to, increasing the distance needed to be covered. The standard itinerary states that you need around 4-6 days to complete the trek. You need to be mindful that heavy rains and extreme weather conditions may set you back a day or two. In that case, the total number of days to complete the trek will also increase.
Markha Valley is situated on the Himalayas at an elevation of over 5000m. It means you will not be able to travel here during winters and even early spring. The ideal time for Markha Valley Trek is from late spring to early autumn. May-September will be the best time to visit Markha Valley. However, summers tend to be very hot, and you won't find much shade anywhere in the way. Also, keep in mind that the occasional rains may make the trek difficult, especially the descent from Shang Sumodu. Therefore, the Markha Valley Trek best time would be the months of May, June, August, and September.
Markha Valley Trek may be difficult for many due to the high altitude and steep slopes that need to be braved on the way. The long walks of over 6-8 hours will also require a lot of strain and effort. The best way to ensure that the trek is slightly easy for you will be to train your body's general endurance beforehand. Also, staying at Leh for a few days will help your body get acclimatized to the weather and climate conditions. Trekking under the sun for hours will severely dehydrate you and make you weak. Make sure you drink plenty of glucose to avoid that.
The Markha Valley Trek Ladakh covers a distance of 60-75 km in total. The highest elevation that you would have to reach requires a continuous climb of 836m. There is also a very steep descent of about 1601m which will also need a lot of time to complete. The highest elevation of this trek is at 5260m at the Kongmaru La pass.
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