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Overview
About this package
A demanding ten-day trek into the Zanskar Valley, reached by a dramatic mountain road before the trail begins through gorges, river crossings and villages barely touched by the outside world. Camp beside the Zanskar River, visit the cliff-perched Phuktal Monastery reachable only on foot, and cross a high pass into some of the Himalayas' quietest terrain.
Phuktal Cliff MonasteryZanskar River CampingKarsha MonasteryPensi La Pass DriveRemote Zangla Palace Ruins
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Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
1
Day 1
Arrive Leh
Fly into Leh, acclimatisation day, gear check and trek briefing.
2
Day 2
Leh Acclimatisation
Short acclimatisation hike near Leh, visit to Shey and Thiksey monasteries.
3
Day 3
Drive to Zanskar
Long, scenic drive over the Pensi La pass into the Zanskar Valley, overnight at Padum village.
4
Day 4
Padum to Zangla
Trek begins — walk along the Zanskar River to Zangla, visiting the old palace ruins, overnight camp.
5
Day 5
Zangla to Karsha
Trek to Karsha, home to Zanskar's largest monastery, afternoon monastery visit and overnight camp.
6
Day 6
Karsha to Phuktal Monastery
Trek toward the cliff-perched Phuktal Monastery, reachable only on foot, overnight camp near the gompa.
7
Day 7
Phuktal to Purne
Descend along the river gorge to Purne village, camp beside the water.
8
Day 8
Purne to Reru
Trek through changing terrain — gorges opening into wide valleys — overnight camp at Reru.
9
Day 9
Reru to Padum & Drive Back
Final trekking stretch back to Padum, drive back over Pensi La to Kargil for an overnight stop.
10
Day 10
Kargil to Leh & Departure
Drive from Kargil back to Leh, farewell dinner, transfer to airport the following morning.
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Zanskar Valley Wilderness Trek, in frame
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 9 nights (hotels + camping)
- All trekking permits & camping equipment
- Meals during trek
- Trek leader, cook & support crew
- Leh transfers
Not Included
- Flights to Leh
- Personal trekking gear
- Porter charges for personal luggage
- Travel insurance
Best Time to Travel
July – September
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Zanskar Valley Wilderness Trek trip?
10 days, 9 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Zanskar Valley Wilderness Trek trip?
July – September
What's included in the Zanskar Valley Wilderness Trek package?
9 nights (hotels + camping); All trekking permits & camping equipment; Meals during trek; Trek leader, cook & support crew; Leh transfers
What's not included in the Zanskar Valley Wilderness Trek package?
Flights to Leh; Personal trekking gear; Porter charges for personal luggage; Travel insurance
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