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33°27'56.3"N 76°52'50.2"E
Lamayuru to Padum Trek
A classic traverse across the rugged Zanskar Range from Lamayuru to Padum.
Highlights
- The route from Lamayuru to Padum is one that is least trodden upon, making it ideal for those seeking respite and solitude.
- The isolated tracks of the trek wind through some of the most beautiful Buddhist monasteries, gompas, and Ladakhi villages. It exposes you to the fascinating nuances of their culture.
Overview
The trek from Lamayuru to Padum is housed in the beautiful kingdom of Zanskar, a trekker's delight. The trail of our trek dips into some of the remotest areas, cradled by the Himalayas and the Indus Valley. Along with unmatched beauty, the trek promises you 14 days of uninterrupted bliss and tranquility in the laps of nature. Though the trail is an isolated one, you can feel the ancient cultures and traditions reflected in the handful of Zanskari villages, monasteries, and gompas that we pass. In fact, the trail from Lamayuru begins from the sacred Lamayuru Monastery, and snakes through beautiful forests and alpine meadows, along with the classic fields of barley and potato that these villages are known for. The entire experience of the trek seems otherworldly, and promises to linger with you for life!
Brief Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival at Leh
Meals : Not Included
Accommodation : Hotel
Altitude : 11,150 ft.
Day 2 : Drive from Leh to Lamayuru
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Hotel/ Homestay
Time Taken : 4 hours
Altitude : 11,515 ft.
Distance : 115 km
Day 3 : Trek from Lamayuru to Wanla via Prinkti La
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 5 hours
Altitude : 10,322 ft. via 12,345 ft. at pass
Distance : 9 km
Day 4 : Trek from Wanla to Hanupatta
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 5 hours
Altitude : 12,189 ft.
Distance : 18 km
Day 5 : Trek from Hanupatta to Photoskar via Sirsir La
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 7 hours
Altitude : 13,531 ft. via 15,584 ft.
Distance : 17 km
Day 6 : Trek from Photoskar to Foot of Sengge La
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 8 hours
Altitude : 14771 ft via 16,434 ft. at pass
Distance : 19 km
Day 7 : Trek from Foot of Sengge La to Lingshed via Kiupa La
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 7 hours
Altitude : 12,737 ft.
Distance : 12 km
Day 8 : Rest & acclimatise at Lingshed
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents/ Homestay
Altitude : 12,737 ft.
Day 9 : Trek from Lingshed to Snertse via Hanuma La Pass
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 9 hours
Altitude : 12,297 ft. via 15,500 ft. at pass
Distance : 18 km
Day 10 : Trek from Snertse to Hanumil via Parfi La
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 6 hours
Altitude : 11,221 ft. via 12,806 ft. at pass
Distance : 12 km
Day 11 : Trek from Hanumil to Pishu
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 5 hours
Altitude : 11,191 ft.
Distance : 15 km
Day 12 : Trek from Pishu to Karsha
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 5 hours
Altitude : 12,015 ft.
Distance : 17 km
Day 13 : Trek from Karsha to Padum
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents/ Homestay
Time Taken : 4 hours
Altitude : 11,697 ft.
Distance : 11 km
Day 14 : Drive to Kargil
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Hotel
Time Taken : 8 hours
Altitude : 8,780 ft.
Distance : 232 km
Day 15 : Drive from Kargil to Leh
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Hotel
Time Taken : 6 hours
Altitude : 11,150 ft.
Distance : 220 km
How To Reach
We will arrange a cab for you from the pickup point in Leh which will be the Airport, the charges for the same are included in the package. For communications purposes, we will create a Whatsapp Group before the departure date of the trek and will share the details regarding the transportation. The drop at Leh Airport after the trek will be arranged in a similar way.
How to reach Lamayuru Padum Trek Starting Point ( Leh ) :
By Air
The Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh is the highest airport in India. You can get daily flights to Leh from most of the cities in India. Frequent flights ply from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Kolkata. Standing at an elevation of 11,150 feet, Leh is one of the highest cities in India.
By Rail
The nearest major railway station is the Jammu Tawi railway station which directly connects major cities of India like New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata and many more. It is the most convenient stop, from where frequent buses and cabs are available.
By Road
You can use either the Manali-Leh highway or Srinagar-Leh highway if you wish to travel by road. The Srinagar-Leh highway is more preferable than the Manali-Leh highway.
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