Trek through a high altitude wildlife sanctuary and climb a 6000-meter peak in the Ladakh Himalayas

Visit the monasteries at Shey and Thiksey. Shey Gompa is situated on a small hill 10 miles south of Leh and was once the residence of the royal family. It was constructed by the first king of Ladakh, Lhachen Palgyigon, and was the seat of power of the pre-Tibetan kings. Thiksey Gompa is located 15 miles from Leh. It is a very imposing monastery and one of the finest examples of Ladakhi architecture of any type. The 12-storey building contains numerous Stupas, Statues, Thangkas and wall paintings as well as a large pillar engraved with the Buddha’s teachings. The main prayer hall has a 50 feet high seated Buddha figure. Overnight in the hotel.

From Yurutse follow a path along the mountainside, then cross a small valley and follow a zig-zag steep path. Thereafter cross Ganda la. Then a long descent towards Shingo. After 2 Hrs. descent arrives in the valley of Markha and then after a few hundred meters further will reach Skiu. Overnight in tent.

From Skiu, follow a good path on the right bank of Markha where one can find great vegetation. Then cross the right bank of the river and cross through barren plain and arrive at Chaluk. Thereafter walk along the left bank of the river and after another crossing climb towards Markha village. Good campsite beyond the village and near the river. Overnight Tent

Start the trek towards the main valley on the right bank. The path is sometimes difficult in the river bed and pass the monastery of Humlung. Then carry on a trek along the right bank and arrive in Hankar where there are several houses. Overnight in a tent.

The path improves and crosses a broad valley on the right side. The valley becomes narrow and higher and cross bridges on to the left bank and then reaches Tchatchuste. We then climb up to Nimalin where sheep, mountain goats and rabbits are found grazing pasture lands. This is where we camp over night.

This will be teh smallest trek in the entire trip so make sure to use this time to chill and soak up the beauty of the mountains. Make sure to spent most of the time outside thetent to acclimatize and study thenmountains around you and capture the beauty.

We will teach you how to walk in the snow and handle ice axes and other necessary training. The trek ahead will require maximum energy and zeal. So acclimatize and gather up your energy and build your morale for climbing the peak the next day.

Today we will push for the summit of Mt. Kang Yatse shoulder peak at 6200 meters. We will start around 12 am with our expert Guides.

This day is kept as an extra day to attempt to the peak in for other emergencies. After the peak  other staff get down to plain side Nimaling hardly 2 hrs walk Overnight in tents.

Today one will cross to the north of the Markha, climbing to the top of the highest of the three passes, the 5,306 M Kongmaru La, with its wonderful views from the top. There are snow peaks in every direction and on a clear day the giants of Karakoram, including K2, can be seen on the north-western horizon. The trail descends to the Martselang valley, following the Martselang stream to the village of Sumdo. Drive back to Leh.

After breakfast check out from the hotel. Arrangements would be made to drop you at the airport.