Kang La
Walk through pristine alpine valleys all the way to Zanskar
Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh
Advanced
Difficulty Level
12 days
Duration
5,468 m
Highest Altitude
6-10
Group Size
135,000
Price (excl GST)
64.9
kgCO2e/person
Camping on the top of a glacier is worth experiencing at least once in your lifetime
This trek journeys through Lahaul in Himachal to Zanskar in Ladakh over a duration of 2 weeks. You’ll see lush green meadows, brown rocky terrain, emerald green lakes, remote villages, meandering streams, and snow and ice - all while you walk through this dramatic and humbling vista. We'll cross an altitude of more than 5468 m, with days set aside for acclimatisation, and traverse the 24 km long Miyar glacier, one of the longest glaciers in Himachal, on our way to Kang La top.
Please Note: This trek is challenging and for travellers with a few treks under their belt already.
Itinerary
1Arrive in Kullu. Rest and enjoy local sightseeing.
2Drive from Manali to Khanjar via the Atal Tunnel. Walk to your camp and enjoy stargazing in the Himalayas.
3Trek along the Miyar River, camp at Yolithang while experiencing vast plains surrounded by tall, rocky peaks.
4Trek from Yolithang to Zardung.
5Trek from Zardung to High Camp with lunch at Kesar Yon Chhap crossing streams and enjoy views of the 7 Emerald Lakes and Miyar Glacier.
6Trek from high camp to the icey Glacier Camp 1.
7Trek from Glacier Camp 1 to the snow-capped Glacier Camp 2/Kang La Base.
8Trek from Glacier Camp 2 to our base on the Zanskar side of the Kang-La Pass; from ice to solid ground.
9Enjoy a full day of rest and an evening campfire. This will also be kept as a buffer day in case of unforeseen circumstances.
10Trek from our base on the Zanskar side of the pass to Bardan and drive to Purne.
11Drive from Purne to Manali.
12Flight from Manali to Chandigarh/Delhi.
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What’s Included
Accommodation for 11 nights
Transportation as per itinerary
All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on 12
Experienced and qualified staff, and high-quality service
Safety communication devices like walkie talkies and satellite phones
Porter/mules for carrying personal luggage (upto 12 kg per person)
Porter/mules for common supplies and gear
Gear rental for group camping
First aid and support, including oxygen cylinders
What’s Not Included
Travel and accident insurance
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses incurred during the trip
Single room supplement
Flight tickets to and from the trek
Tips
Is this for me?
This trek is not recommended for beginners. With close comparisons to Auden’s Col, Kang La is a trek for experienced trekkers who are looking for a true physical challenge.
