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S T O K K A N G R I
E X P E D I T I O N ( 1 8 D a y s )
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spectacular mountain standing out on the southern skyline
of Leh is one of the most sought after peaks for enthusiastic
climbers. Numerous successful attempts on this 6121m / 20,076ft
high peak have made this a popular destination for both
experienced trekkers and amateur mountaineers. Himalayan
Kingdom has organized a number of expeditions to this peak
and offer the visitor an opportunity to conquer this famous
peak.
Day 01: On arrival at the International Airport
at Delhi we welcome you and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Take the early morning flight to Leh (3500m)
where you are escorted to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure.
Fly to Leh (3500m).
Day 03: A day of exploring the monasteries of Shey the
ancient summer palace of the Ladakh Kings; Thikse with its
startling resemblance to the Potala palace in Lhasa Tibet
and the renowned Hemis monastery famous for its exquisite
thankas and gilded images. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: A 3 hours drive to Chilling (3850 m). We drive
to the small village of Nimu on the Srinagar - Leh Highway
high above the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers.
Following the left bank of the Zanskar River through a gorge
we reach Chilling known fort its intricate gold jewelry
and expert craftsmen. Camp.
Day 05: Chilling - Skiu (3500 m) 5 hours. Crossing the
Zanskar River by way of a and cable bridge we join up with
our trekking team. Camp
Day 06: Skiu - Markha (3850 m) 7 hours. We follow the
trail that joins the Markha River for the next few days.
An easy trekking day but with a number of river crossings.On
arrival at Markha we visit the monastery and fort.
Day 07: Markha - Hankar (4000 m) - 4 hours. Quite a
few monasteries are spread along our route today. After
the Umlung monastery, the valley narrows down and we halt
at the campsite at the base of Kang Yaste (6400 m).
Day 08: Hankar - Nimaling (4650 m) 4 hours. Trek
towards the direction of Zalung Karpo and Rupshu region.
Crossing the vast Thagshungtse pasture land we begin a gradual
ascent into the beautiful high valleys of Ladakh. Camp.
Day 09: Nimaling - Kongmaru La (5150 m)- Chogdo (4000
m) 7 hours. Climbing to the summer pastures of Nimaling,
used by the shepherds of Hankar and Markha, we follow a
hedge right to the top of the pass. The Kongmaru La pass
commands a grand view of the Kang Yatze north face (6400
m), the Ladakh ranges and the Indus valley. Camp at the
base.
Day 10: Chogdo - Gyuncho La (4600 m) - Camp at 4350
m after a 6- 7 hour walk. Now we get on to a new and rarely
traveled route through the valleys to the east of our objective
then turning towards the west into a tributary valley which
we reach after a long and gradual ascent to the Gyuncho
La. We descend to set up camp at the base.
Day 11: Camp at 4350 m - Shang La (4800 m) - Matho Phu
(4350 m) 6 hours. Crossing numerous spurs and minor passes
with occasional views northwards towards the Indus Valley
and the peaks beyond we climb up to the Shang La and then
descend to the Tokpo River. The it's a descent to our campsite.
Day 12: Matho Phu - Mato La (4820 m) -Stok Kangri Base
Camp (4700 m) 5 hours. At the pass, colorful prayer flags
flutter in the wind, with the Zanskar ranges in the background.
While descending steadily along side the Jingchan River
tp our base camp, we get excellent views towards the Stock
summit and the Stock Kangri peak. (6121m).
Day 13: Acclimatization day at Base Camp
Day 14: Summit day (Approximately 8-9 hours to base-camp).
Our route initially crosses scree and boulder slopes, and
then leads to easy angled snow slopes, which require the
use of ice axe and crampons. The route is not difficult
but at this altitude, it can be quite strenuous. From the
summit of Stok Kangri (6116m), we get to see amazing views
as far as the Karakoram, and Pamir ranges and Tibet. The
weather permitting we rest awhile and before descending
to base-camp.
Day 15: Stok Kangri Base Camp - Leh - A five hour walk
to Stok. That goes downhill and through wild gorge scenery
brings us to Stok village. We visit Stok Palace and museum
and later take jeeps for an hour's drive across the Indus
valley to our guesthouse in Leh.
Day 16: Catch the early morning flight to Delhi. Afternoon
at leisure.
Day 17: Day at leisure in Delhi. Take time to visit
the ancient parts of Old Delhi once a thriving business
centre in the 18th and 19th centuries. Overnight in hotel.
Day 18: Transfer to the international airport in
time for your flight back home
If you need more information please feel free to write
us at info@himalayakingdom.com
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