Nerak Waterfall is 56 feet high. The blue colour visible gives a hint of the running flow of water behind this frozen form.
The temperatures are usually 15 to 20 degrees during the day time and plummet to -25 to -35 degrees during the night in this region.
You will walk on a frozen river, and it is so transparent sometimes, you will feel like a glass walk.
Travellers can take flights from any part of the country and reach Leh.
On arrival, you will be aroused by the snow-capped mountains all around at the highest airport in the world.
After which we will proceed to our Hotel/Guesthouse for an overnight stay.
Get up early in the morning.
Later proceed to Shanti Stupa a famous and sacred Buddhist Stupa from where you will get a chance to witness the beautiful view of the sunrise and 360-degree view of the beautiful town of Leh.
Take a stroll through the local market in the evening and buy some of the local handicrafts to take back home.
For the whole day keep hydrating yourself to get acclimatized.
Being one of the most challenging treks in the world, the government has made medical clearance mandatory (with a certificate) for this particular trek.
On clearance, you will receive a medical certificate which will be issued by ALTOA designated medical camp.
Return to our hotel/guest house for overnight stay.
Pro Tip : Stay hydrated and reserve your energy because now you are medically approved from the most challenging trek in the world. Pro tip: stay hydrated and reserve your energy because now you are medically approved from the most challenging trek in the world..
Wake up excited because the official trek starts today, enjoy tea and breakfast and move to Shingra Koma which is about a 70 km drive. This is not a route for people with low immunity because bumpy roads are common in this journey. It will take 2.5 hrs.
The best thing about this trek is that it goes on a flat altitude and there are no hard ascents or descents throughout the trek.
You will be awestruck with the high mountains surrounded all around.
On arrival, we will start our trek towards our campsite, Tsomo Paldar.
The layer of Chadar may seem thin here, you can also see various rock formations.
This 11 km Trek will take almost 5-6 hours.
Dinner will be served and chats of the start of the Chadar trek will be all around.
The briefing will be done and we will start our trek towards Dib Cave/Tibb (which will also be our campsite for the night) which is a 14km trek at a whopping height of 10800 feet.
As you start heading to the next campsite which is Tibb Cave, this trek route has some of the most eye-catching frozen waterfalls that you’ll see.
You will probably have to squint your eyes to get some proper sunlight but you still may be unavailable because of the stiff cliffs creating an obstruction.
When you reach Dib from a distance you will be able to see a large cave and a sense of relief will run through your veins because that will be your halt for the night.
Today’s trek will take about 6 hours.
With a glass of butter tea in one hand and various conversations on the other, you will pass your time at the campsite.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the campsite.
Today we will take a trek to the most scenic part of the region.
After the hustle of the 12 km trek, you will get to witness the largest frozen waterfall and prayer flags, if you can keep your phones/cameras charged you can get clicked with one of the most scenic views behind.
Later we proceed towards Nerak Village where we will get a chance to mingle with the local people and understand their way of living.
Nerak will be the coldest of all the campsites on the trek where the temperature goes down to as low as -30 degrees during the night. It will be important that you wear proper clothing and layers to stay safe from the biting cold.
In the village, you will get to witness the old constructions of India like ancient bridges and constructions.
Today’s hike will take almost 7 hours.
Your stay will be planned at a comfortable village camp.
Our 12 km return trek starts today but no need to feel dejected, it will be nothing like before it will behold various new challenges on its way.
You will not be able to recognize the sights because the Zanskar river keeps changing its form with the slightest temperature changes.
On the way back, admire the beauty of the region and you can also spend your time wearing traditional woolen gonchans (robes).
If you are lucky enough you will find local people singing the famous Ladhaki songs which will force you to throw out some of your best dance moves.
Upon arrival at Tibb Cave, spend your time relaxing at the campsite. Get in your sleeping bags for a peaceful sleep.
Today’s journey will take 5-6 hrs to complete.
In the morning, we leave our campsite (Tibb) and proceed towards Shingra Koma, our last but long trek of 17 km which will take 9 hrs.
On the way, we will cross Gyalpo if we're lucky enough we will be able to witness various wild animals like snow leopards, ibex, and foxes.
The sun being our old friend may be generous enough to give us a warm farewell.
Take the last glimpse of Chadar before the tempo traveler is there to pick you up and you have to board it with a thousand memories.
In the evening we will drive back to Leh for an overnight stay at a hotel.
One of the most challenging treks in the world comes to an end but no need to feel disappointed. Barefoot Trekians will always be on their front foot to provide you with the best trips and treks in the coming year.
Looking back at the memories, We say goodbye to our new friends and look ahead to the next place to explore. Like our name suggests you will take only memories and leave only footprints.
From Delhi Volvo Bus/Train to Kathgodam or flight to Pant Nagar and further to Lohajung by share car.
Delhi to Kathgodam Volvo Bus 750 INR approx.
Kathgodam to Lohajung 900 INR approx.
We will assist you with Timing and Booking on request basis.
Minimum 50-55 litres Rucksack with cover.
1 small Day pack.
Good trekking shoes that are oaky, so that you can have a comfortable grip ( strongly recommended).
Layered clothes, as when the weather changes in the mountain you can put on layers or take it off as per your comfortability.
1 Trekking Pole, to maintain stability and balance.
1 stainless steel lunch box with Airtight Lid, a stainless steel mug & a stainless steel spoon.
At Least 2 full sleeve t-shirts must be dry fit (Big No for cotton t-shirt)
2 trek pants must be dry fit with zippered pockets, so you can put your mobile, hanky or snacks (Big No for Jeans)
1 pair of Thermal wear.
1 Padded jacket or down jacket.
2 sweaters or fleece jackets.
1 rain jacket and 1 rain pant. (If you don’t have a rucksack cover then you can carry a poncho instead of a rain jacket. )
4 pairs of sport socks must be dry fit.
1 pair of woolen socks to keep your feet warm.
1 pair of synthetic hand gloves (For easy grip over anything or to keep yourself warm).
1 sun cap or hat, so it can provide you protection from sunstroke, headache, and dehydration.
1 woolen head cap/ balaclava, so that it can protect your ears from cold sensitivity.
1 woolen neck warmer or scarf to keep your neck warm.
Under garments according to your comfort but shouldn't be too many.
Sunscreen.
Toiletries like small size toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, moisturizer along with Toilet roll (As you’ll not be able to have a bath on trek so don't need to overload it with shampoos & other stuff.
2 water bottle (1 litre each)
Personal medical kit including Paracetamol 500, Avomine, Combiflam, Omez, ORS (6 packets), Knee Brace, Diamox or Acetazolamide, Loperamide, Dexamethasone, and Nifedipine.
Sunglasses with UV Protection, so that it can provide you protection from harmful UV rays or snow blindness (If you wear specs, then you can get oversized glasses which you can wear over your regular specs).
1 Headlamp, so that your hands can get free to do other things
Photo Id
Disclaimer and Medical Certificate duly filled.
Accommodation
8-day accommodation with hotel and campsite on trek days.
Food
Meals during the trek starting from Lunch on Day 3 to Lunch on Day 8. We will provide simple but nutritious vegetarian food on the trek days.
Camping Charges
All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.
Trekking Equipment
High-Quality Tents, Sleeping Bags, Ice Axes, Rope, Micro-Spikes and Gaiters.
Safety Equipment
First Aid, Medical Kit, Oxygen Cylinders.
Experienced Trek Leader
We Barefoot Trekians believe that trek transforms lives hence we provide experienced trek leaders to facilitate and enhance your experience.
However in some exceptional cases if you might need to opt for offloading then the charges would be INR 350/day. And in that case you must have a day pack.
Trekking Shoes at INR 750
Security Deposit : INR 1000
Padded Jacket at INR 650
Security Deposit : INR 1000
Trekking Pole at INR 250
Security Deposit : INR 500
Head Torch at INR 150
Security Deposit : INR 300
Rucksack at INR 650
Security Deposit : INR 1000
Trekking Pants at INR 350
Security Deposit : INR 500
Before accepting the rental items we want you to check the equipment conditions, make sure those are proper and you need to keep a security deposit for each item. Your Trek Leader will take care of it. You will get the security amount back once you will deposit the rental items in proper conditions.
We in Barefoot Trekians believe that if you are fit nothing will be difficult for you.
We understand the pain of cancelling a trek. As trekkers, we always look forward to treks, and after months of training and planning, if we have to cancel our trek, there’s no greater disappointment than that.
This is why we have a trekker-friendly cancellation policy.
