Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek

Climb Kang Yatse 2 and Dzo Jongo west face - 2 most beautiful peaks of the Markha valley in Ladakh. We organize both fixed departure and premium small-group customized private trekking expedition to Kang Yatse and Dzo Jongo every year. Join us Book online

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Duration
15 Days 14 Nights
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Altitude:
6223m
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Grade:
Challenging+
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Best Time:
Jun - Oct
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Temperatures:
-7 to 6 on higher camps
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Starts From:
Leh
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Airport:
Leh, Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport ( IXL)
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Railway:
Katra, (KEA), Jammu Tawi ( JAT)

Key Geographical Highlights

5 Popular Peaks:

Kang Yatse 1 ( 6400m ), Kang Yatse 2 ( 6200m ), Stok Kangri ( 6153m ), Gapo Ri ( 6226m ), Shaldor Ri ( 5995m )

3 High Passes:

Kongmaru La - 5130m ( 5130m ), Ganda La ( 4970m ), Matho La ( 4950m )

4 Rivers:

Markha River, Zanskar, Indus, Senar Gad

1 Villages:

Leh

1 National Parks Or Forest Reserve:

Hemis National Park

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Daywise Itinerary For Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek

(click to read detailed route briefing, elevation graph, altitude time info and photos from the day)

▼ Day 1Arrival DayLeh 3500m
Arrive In Leh
Overnight In: Leh (3500m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
Cost Of Transport Included: YES ( Leh Airport to Hotel)
Where and How To Reach Leh
Welcome to Leh!
Upon arrival at Leh airport, our team will escort you to our hotel, which is one of the best in the area. We understand that acclimatizing to the altitude, dryness, and cold winds of Ladakh can be challenging, so we encourage you to stay hydrated and take it easy on your first day.
Checking Your Preparation for the Expedition
In the evening at 6 PM, our team leader will meet with you to brief you on the entire expedition plan. They will also check your gear, including climbing boots, down jackets, and harnesses, which we provide to ensure you have everything you need for a safe and comfortable trek.
Explore the Leh City
Before embarking on the trek, we'll take a day to explore the beautiful city of Leh. Our team will guide you on a city walk to see the sights and experience the local culture. We'll end the day with a delicious buffet dinner.
Staying Safe and Keeping AMS at Bay
We understand that altitude sickness can be a real concern in Ladakh, which is why we take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety and well-being. Our team is experienced and knowledgeable about the risks of high-altitude trekking, and we have a comprehensive plan in place to ensure you have the best possible experience.
Day 1
220 - Delhi
Day 1
3500 - Leh
2.00Km, 2.00hrs.
▼ Day 2Acclimatization DayLeh 3500m
Explore Chamkang Ri & Nearby. - 5.00 Hrs. 5.00 Kms
Overnight In: Leh (3500m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
Acclimatization Hike to Chamkang Ri

We start our day with a delicious breakfast before embarking on an acclimatization hike to a nearby hilltop which is named Chamkang Ri. It is 4150 meters high and makes it an apt hike for better acclimatization on Day 2. You can also visit the Tsemo Monastery or Shanti Stupa on the way.

Exploring Leh

After lunch and some shopping, we meet again in the evening to visit Shanti Stupa, where we'll enjoy a beautiful view of the city and suburbs during the sunset. We'll also try meditating for a bit to help us relax and adjust to the change in environment. It's essential to avoid spicy foods, which can disrupt your digestive system, especially while adjusting to the altitude.

Preparing for the Trek

Today's acclimatization drive and walks are very critical in preparing for the trek, and it also provides us with an opportunity to get to know each other better. We also buy all the required but missing gear from Leh city with the help of our guides. Our team will coordinate the pick-up for tomorrow, and we'll enjoy a buffet dinner at the hotel before retiring for the night.

Staying Safe and Healthy

We understand that acclimatizing to high altitudes can be challenging, and our team is knowledgeable about the risks and takes all necessary precautions to ensure your safety and well-being. It's essential to take it easy and listen to your body, especially during the first few days of the trek.
Day 2
3500 - Leh
Day 2
3500 - Leh
Day 2
4150 - Chamkang Ri
Day 2
3500 - Leh
5.00Km, 5.00hrs.
▼ Day 3Driving Cum Trekking DayMarkha 3700m
From Leh (3500m ) To Markha (3700m ), Via - Skiu (3400m ), Sara (3550m ) - 6.00 Hrs. 11.00 Kms
Overnight In: Markha (3700m )
Accommodation: Homestay
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 3
3500 - Leh
Day 3
3400 - Skiu
Day 3
3550 - Sara
Day 3
3700 - Markha
11.00Km, 6.00hrs.
▼ Day 4Trekking DayThochungtse 4200m
From Markha (3700m ) To Thochungtse (4200m ), Via - Hankar (3980m ) - 5.00 Hrs. 15.00 Kms
Overnight In: Thochungtse (4200m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 4
3700 - Markha
Day 4
3980 - Hankar
Day 4
4200 - Thochungtse
15.00Km, 5.00hrs.
▼ Day 5Trekking DayNimaling 4800m
From Thochungtse (4200m ) To Nimaling (4800m ) . Excursion to Kongmaru La (5130m ). Excursion to Kongmaru La - 4.00 Hrs. 8.00 Kms
Overnight In: Nimaling (4800m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 5
4200 - Thochungtse
Day 5
4800 - Nimaling
Day 5
5130 - Kongmaru La
Day 5
4800 - Nimaling
8.00Km, 4.00hrs.
▼ Day 6Trekking DayKang Yatse 2 BC 5050m
From Nimaling (4800m ) To Kang Yatse 2 BC (5050m ) - 3.00 Hrs. 6.00 Kms
Overnight In: Kang Yatse 2 BC (5050m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 6
4800 - Nimaling
Day 6
5050 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
6.00Km, 3.00hrs.
▼ Day 7Training & Rest DayKang Yatse 2 BC 5050m
- 3.00 Hrs. 3.00 Kms
Overnight In: Kang Yatse 2 BC (5050m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 7
5050 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
Day 7
5050 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
3.00Km, 3.00hrs.
▼ Day 8Summit DayKang Yatse 2 BC 5000m
Summit Kang Yatse 2 . Return To Kang Yatse 2 BC - 7.00 Hrs. 14.00 Kms
Overnight In: Kang Yatse 2 BC (5000m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link kang yatse 2 summit trek
Day 8
5050 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
Day 8
6225 - Kang Yatse 2 Summit
Day 8
5000 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
14.00Km, 7.00hrs.
▼ Day 9Climbing DayDzo Jongo West BC 5200m
From Kang Yatse 2 BC (5050m ) To Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m ), Via - Nimaling (4800m ) - 3.00 Hrs. 5.00 Kms
Overnight In: Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
Today we take a simple walk to the base camp of Dzo Jongo
Day 9
5050 - Kang Yatse 2 BC
Day 9
4800 - Nimaling
Day 9
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
5.00Km, 3.00hrs.
▼ Day 10Training & Rest DayDzo Jongo West BC 5050m
- 3.00 Hrs. 3.00 Kms
Overnight In: Dzo Jongo West BC (5050m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link dzo jongo west summit trek
Day 10
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
Day 10
5050 - Dzo Jongo West BC
3.00Km, 3.00hrs.
▼ Day 11Climbing DayDzo Jongo West Summit Camp 5650m
From Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m ) To Dzo Jongo West Summit Camp (5650m ) - 4.00 Hrs. 8.00 Kms
Overnight In: Dzo Jongo West Summit Camp (5650m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link dzo jongo west summit trek
Day 11
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
Day 11
5650 - Dzo Jongo West Summit Camp
8.00Km, 4.00hrs.
▼ Day 12Summit DayDzo Jongo West BC 5200m
Summit Dzo Jongo West . Return To Dzo Jongo West BC - 8.00 Hrs. 16.00 Kms
Overnight In: Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link dzo jongo west summit trek
Day 12
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
Day 12
6280 - Dzo Jongo West Summit
Day 12
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
16.00Km, 8.00hrs.
▼ Day 13Climbing DayDzo Jongo West BC 5200m
From Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m ) To Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m ) - 0.00 Hrs. 0.00 Kms
Overnight In: Dzo Jongo West BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
Contingency Day

We understand that sometimes things don't go according to plan, which is why we have a reserved day for contingencies. This day takes care of bad weather, failed attempts, sickness, etc. If this day isn't needed, we'll take the opportunity to camp at points like Chuskirmo or Lartsa, allowing you to experience even more of the beautiful landscape of Ladakh.
Day 13
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
Day 13
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
0.00Km, 0.00hrs.
▼ Day 14Pass Crossing Day, Trek Cum Driving DayLeh 3500m
Cross Kongmaru La And Reach Leh via Chokdoh - 10.00 Hrs. 18.00 Kms
Overnight In: Leh (3500m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea,Breakfast,Lunch,Soup,Dinner,Dessert,Hot Drinks
check out detailed description of the day on the link dzo jongo west summit trek
Day 14
5200 - Dzo Jongo West BC
Day 14
5130 - Kongmaru La
Day 14
3900 - Chokdoh
Day 14
3500 - Leh
18.00Km, 10.00hrs.
▼ Day 15Departure DayNew Delhi 200m
From Leh (3500m ) To New Delhi (200m ) - 2.00 Hrs. 0.00 Kms
Accommodation: None
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cost Of Transport Included: YES (only to Leh airport)
End of Itinerary
As your itinerary comes to a close, we'll drop you off at the airport as per the plan. We hope you had a memorable experience with us and that you'll cherish the memories of your trip to Kang Yatse Summit Trek.
Our Commitment to You
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Thank you for choosing Himalayan High, and we hope to see you again soon!
Day 15
3500 - Leh
Day 15
200 - New Delhi
0.00Km, 2.00hrs.

Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek introduction

Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek - An Elaborate Description

The Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek is a dream adventure for avid high-altitude trekkers. This journey takes you to the semi-technical summit of Dzo Jongo West (6,280m), a peak known for its challenging moraine trails and stunning views of the Ladakhi and Karakoram ranges. Learn more about Dzo Jongo West on our dedicated page.

The trek also includes the climb to Kang Yatse 2 (6,223m), a trekking peak offering a thrilling ascent over snow slopes and rocky terrain. Its panoramic vistas of the Markha Valley and beyond make it a favorite among climbers. Learn more about Kang Yatse 2 on our website.

Experience the raw beauty of Ladakh’s landscapes, challenge yourself on two majestic peaks, and create memories that last a lifetime on this incredible twin summit trek.

Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek highlights

Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek - Why Its A Must-Do

Conquer Two Peaks: Scale the semi-technical Dzo Jongo West (6,280m) and the trekking peak Kang Yatse 2 (6,223m), offering distinct challenges and unmatched views.
Stunning Panoramas: Witness breathtaking vistas of the Ladakhi Himalayas, Karakoram Range, and peaks like Kang Yatse 1, Shaldor Ri, and Saser Kangri.
Picturesque Markha Valley: Trek through the iconic Markha Valley, exploring lush meadows, serene river crossings, and traditional Ladakhi villages.
Rich Cultural Experience: Immerse yourself in Ladakh's culture by visiting monasteries, interacting with locals, and experiencing traditional Ladakhi hospitality.
Unique Campsites: Camp at pristine locations such as Thochungtse and Nimaling, with opportunities for wildlife sightings, including blue sheep and possibly snow leopards.
Acclimatization Hikes: Prepare for the summits with crucial acclimatization walks, including the trek to Kongmaru La (5,130m) and other high-altitude routes.
Diverse Terrain: Traverse a variety of landscapes, from green meadows to scree-filled trails and challenging moraine sections.
Remote and Less Crowded: Enjoy a more secluded trekking experience compared to other popular peaks like Stok Kangri, ensuring tranquility and raw natural beauty.
Adventure and Achievement: A perfect combination of trekking and climbing, providing a thrilling adventure with the reward of summiting two majestic peaks.

This trek is ideal for experienced trekkers seeking a combination of physical challenge, cultural immersion, and awe-inspiring landscapes.

How We Grade Our Treks and Expeditions

Easy

Usual daily walks of 4 - 5 hours in altitude below 4000 meters. The sleeping altitude on these treks are below 4000 meter and the trails are gradual involving no steep ascent or descent. Sometimes, the trail may be longer, but on level trails. The duration of trek may be a week or lesser than it. The trek is not too remote and evacuation might be possible from almost any point of the trek

Moderate

The trek duration each day may span from 4 - 5 hours, but on some days, it may push up to 8 - 9 days. The trail might involve steep ascents or descents on occasions This kind of treks demand good fitness, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude are below 4000 meters or little above it, but the trail might go as high as 4500 - 5000 meters. The trek is bit remote and evacuation might be possible from almost all, but not all campsites

Moderate+

This type of treks are bit more demanding than the moderate ones. It might involve few days of very long walks at higher altitude, or serious gradients, exposures, more remote or involves sleeping at higher altitudes for more days.

Strenuous

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Good fitness are demand of these treks, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude may go above 4000 meters or little above it on couple of days, but not more than that. The trail might go as high as 4500 - 5200 meters. These trek are remote and evacuation might not be possible from all the campsites

Challenging

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Crossing a glacier or a scree zone might be a feature of these treks. You might on some occasions, require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high or remote or both. The trek usually might be a week long.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Challenging+

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Negotiating glacial moraines, scree zones, crossing them, camping on them etc are features of these treks. You might also require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high and remote. A good technical support team and knowledgeable local guide is a must. Only experienced trekkers are advised to do these treks. The trek goes over 2 week and may be longer than that.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Page Cost Inclusions and Exclusions For The Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE STANDARD PRICE

Duration: 15 Days / 14 nights of trekking and climbing cost Ex. Leh
Accommodation In Leh: 3 nights of Stay in a Premium 3 Star hotel in Leh with guided acclimatization walks and sightseeing road trips with an emphasis on local food and culture. Only Breakfast and Dinner Included while in Leh
Accommodation On Trek: Spacious, sturdy and High-Quality All Season Dome Tents will be provided on twin sharing basis.
Sleeping In Tents: Thick Waterproof Mattress complemented with very good quality Sub Zero Sleeping bags supported with Supersoft Down Sleeping Bag Inners, For Extra Hygiene and Warmth will be provided by us
Dining On Trek: We will provide Dining and Kitchen Tents with camping stools and camping tables for extra hygiene and comfort.
Toilet On Treks: Dry eco-toilet will be set up with a toilet tent and toilet seat. 1 Toilet tent for every 5 trekkers will be provided.
Meals: All meals (except for lunch in leh), specifically curated for high altitudes will be provided from breakfast in Leh on Day 1 till breakfast on Day 15 in Leh. 3 meals (B, L, D) suited for high altitude with evening snacks, soup, hot drinks and extra energizers/juice for summit days. Nutritious, Soupy, Balanced nutritious meal which is light on the stomach.
Common Climbing Gears: All required climbing gears like rope coils, pitons, ice screws, snow stacks, pulleys, zumars, etc.
Communication: For efficient management of the trek, the team will be communicating with each other and trek base with the help of long-range wireless sets.
Medical Safety: Oxygen cylinder, Pulse Oximeter, Thermal temperature scanner and Emergency Medical Kit accompanied by a trek leader knowledgeable on high altitude medicine and physiology
Trek Leader and Guide: Experienced and Well Equipped English/ Hindi Speaking Trek Leader maintaining guide to trekker ratio of 1:2. That is 1 guide for every 2 trekkers.
Local Support Staffs: Expert and Knowledgeable local route guide with cooks, helpers, porters, mules, etc
Trekking Permits: All required forest and other local association permits as per the prevalent rules of Local administration and our Country.
Climbing Permits: IMF climbing fees.
Transfers: Return transfers from Leh to for trek in 4X4 offroader for the trekking team and support crew. Also, airport pickup and drop on Day 1 and Day 15.
Max Team Size: Small group of not more than 10 members. You can make any batch a private batch by paying a little extra over the base trek fees.
Personal Load Offload: allowed up to 12 Kg only. Common equipment will be carried over mules or HAPs.
Free Cloakroom in Leh: for extra leftover luggage while leaving for the trek.
Personal Climbing Equipments: Essential climbing gear for complimentary use. ( you may bring your own as well)

Personal Trekking Equipment For Free Use:
(No Rent will be charged. A refundable security amount of Rs. 5000 needs to be deposited. You may use what you need and also bring your personal gear. )

1 Gaiter pair
1 Microspikes / Ice Tracktion Crampons
1 Clean and Sanitized Down Sleeping Bag Inner
1 Helmet
1 Seat Harness
1 Climbing Boot
1 Climbing Crampon
1 Screw Carabiner
2 Open Carabiner
1 Walking Ice Axe
1 Sling

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Personal Travel and Climbing Insurance
Personal Purchases
Food Purchased Outside Our Menu
Personal Gears
Lunch in Leh
Bottled Water or Any Other Drinks
Anything else not mentioned in the inclusion list

Cost Terms For The Kang Yatse 2 - Dzo Jongo West Twin Summit Trek

Price Specifications:

Standard Price Specifications:

Below is the Specification for our Standard Trek package. Do note that our service is a full-board service from Leh airport back to Leh airport. Refer to inclusions and exclusions in the trek package description to know about it. This sections details the specifics of that inclusions.

Hotel In Leh: 3 Star superior hotel on double sharing basis in Leh city, not too far from city center, but not too close as well. Example Shanti nest or similar. For odd team size, 1 private, single room will be provided
Meals In Leh: In Leh, we provide buffet meal (only breakfast and dinner) through the hotel. The menu contains a mix of Indian, Ladakhi, Chinese and Continental menu options varying from day to day.
Service Expectation in Leh: A trek leader will meet you in the airport or hotel on your arrival and his role be as below, but not just limited to these:
1. will brief you about the entire trek plan and day-to-day plans as well.
2. will check your personal gears and suggest if you're good or need to buy anything from Leh.
3. will take you on city walk to get you introduced to the city
4. will show you important counters like foreign exchange, ATMs, main market, mobile shop, cafeterias, etc.
5. will take you to acclimatization walks as per the itinerary
6. will undertand your food choice and coordinate with his logistics team to plan the ration and menu on trek accordingly.
7. will take concern of your medical sencitivities and plan accordingly
8. will understand your communication comfort and plan accordingly
9. will cordinate with you and keep the entire team on the itinerary and time
Transportation: All transportation will be in standard tourist vehicles on Mahindra Xylo, Suzuki Ertiga for longer tourts and Suzuki Eeco for city tours
Sleeping Tents: All-weather 4 person tent shared by 2 person (single accommodation available as add-on)
Sleeping Bags: 1 sub zero polyamide sleeping bag, 1 down sleeping bag inner
Sleeping Mattress: 1 hitlon mattress + 1 thick waterproof foam mattress
Light: solar lights in sleeping tents, mess and kitchen tent
Dining: Big mess tent with camping table and stools
Water: Boiled and hot drinking water in camps on morning, evening, dinner and on-demand
Meals on Camps: All meals from morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea, snacks, soup, dinner, dessert and hot drinks. The menu contains a mix of Indian, Ladakhi, Chinese and Continental menu options varying from day to day. Our menu typically is like the one below, which is subject to localizations as per the region we trek in.

Morning Tea: Black tea with ginger. Lemon, sugar, honey, etc can be added to it

Breakfast: oats porridge, milk cornflakes, bread, chapatti with vegetables, boiled eggs, omelets, upma, pancakes, poha, etc.

Fruits: Seasonal. Bananas, oranges, apples, watermelons, pears, peaches, plums, etc.

Lunch: Rice, dal, curries, khichdi, pulao, seasonal vegetables, papad, pickle, salad, etc

Evening Snacks: Pakoda, Popcorns, noodles, pasta, dumplings, maggie, soup noodles, fried noodles, poha, etc with coffee or tea

Soup: Packet soup like tomato, mushroom, mixed veg, etc

Dinner: Rice, chappati, pizza, pasta, dumplings, curries, dal, seasonal vegetables, papad, pickle, salad, etc

Hot Drinks: hot chocolate, mint tea or ginger tea
Hot Washing Bowls: None
Solar Charging: None
Tea/Coffee/Drinks: only on breakfast, on reaching campsite and evening snacks
Camping pilllows: None
Hot Showers: None
Guide to Trekker Ratio: 1: 2
Cloakroom In Leh: Yes (its not a locker room, no fragile or valuable items)
Extra Summit Attempt: None. Only as per itinerary or extra cost

Premium Price Differentiators:

Our Premium trek package is a luxury, yet eco-friendly. It includes everything thats included in Standard package with topmost quality gears with below specifications and added services:

Hotel In Leh: 4 star premium hotel in Leh on twin sharing basis
Meals In Leh: same as standard, but with upgraded menu as per hotel
Transportation: All transportation will be in Toyota Innova
Sleeping Tents: premium all-weather tents on twin sharing basis
Sleeping Bags: super-down sleeping bag with fleece inner liner
Sleeping Mattress: 1 hitlon mattress + thick inflatable air mattress
Light: solar lights in sleeping tents, mess and kitchen tent
Dining: Big mess tent with camping table and chairs (instead of stools)
Water: Boiled and filtered hot drinking water in camps on morning, evening, dinner and on-demand
Meals on Camps: All meals as on standard but on upgraded menu with more emphasis on fresh fruits, meat or veg proteins and as requested
Hot Washing Bowls: Yes, morning and after reaching campsite
Solar Charging: Yes
Tea/Coffee/Drinks: any time. It will be ready to drink in the mess tent
Camping pilllows: Yes
Hot Showers: yes, requested
Guide to Trekker Ratio: 1: 2
Cloakroom In Leh: Yes (its not a locker room, no fragile or valuable items)
Extra Summit Attempt: Yes, included 1 extra attempt in case of failure on first attempt, but within the same number of days in the itinerary.

Trek Gear Rental Specifications:

Our trekkers come from far away countries and hence flights have their own limits on weight and also restictions on certain mountaineering gears. Also, our trekkers usually have long plans in India and they travel elsewhere after the trek. Keeping all of these in mind, we offer all the personal trek gears on rent so that you travel light weight and need to just reach us in Leh. We take care of the rest!

Do note that all personal climbing and camping gears are included in the trek cost. This is personal 'trekking' gears only and includes the below:

65 Liter Rucksack with waterproof cover
Expedition Down Jacket Supports Upto -25 Degree Celcius
Trekking pole ( 1 per person)
Rain poncho
Waterproof Trekking shoes
Waterproof gloves
Headlamp

Extra Permit Cost For Foreigners - Explainer:

Trek cost for foreigners is slightly higher than the cost for our Indian guests, mainly due to the higher permit fee applicable for admission to National Parks or protected forest areas. Sometimes, it may be higher due to higher local crew wages and other specific arrangements we make to ensure a safe, comfortable and enriching travel experience in India. However, we absolutely DO NOT 'hyper-charge' our International guests ever and at the same time, ensure that we meet all the standards for highly qualified trek leaders and guides, safety, medical preparation, evacuation strategy, rescue arrangements, eco-sensitive travel, high-value knowledge sharing about the area and customs of the locals.

This cost includes:

IMF Peak Fee
Altoa Trekking Fee
Red Cross Environmental Fee
Inner Line Permit
Support Crew Adjustments
Document and Handling Charges

Personal Porterage For Bags - Explainer:

Free personal baggage load porterage, upto 11 Kgs per bag, is included in all of our package types like Fixed Departure/Standard Private/ Premium Private Treks. However, if you need to offload more than 11 Kgs, then you may add this service to your cost. This typically applies for heavy camera gears, telescopes or similar things, as usually a trekkers bag weighs about 8 - 10 Kilograms, given that all technical gears, camping gears including sleeping bags, climbing boots, etc required for the trek will be carried by our logistics team.

For Personal Baggage Porterage, do note the below pointers:

cost is for a single bag only
no duffel bags or suitcases will be allowed. only trekking rucksacks.
The weight of the bag should not be more than 11 kg.
bags will move from camp to camp and not with you during the trek
if you offload your rucksack, you should carry a day pack with you containing emergency use items, rainwear, jacket, medicines, food, and water.
it is either full or none and cannot be arranged on an ad-hoc basis in between the trek or for partial trek days only.
you need to book your baggage porterage along with the trek booking as it cannot be served if too late.

Single Accommodation In Hotels - Explainer:

We do provide single accommodation in hotels in Leh as Add-on service. However, since the cost of it depend upon so many factors, like the hotel, season and demand. It also depends upon which category of Hotel we will be staying as well, their availibilities, and so many other things. Hence we are not able to provide this cost now, but we can arrange this. Do let us know if you need us to book you single accommodation in Leh, and we will let you know the cost on actuals without any assumption

Single Accommodation On Camps - Explainer:

Single accommodation on tents is a very popular demand on our trek. Despite the fact that we provive 4 person tent for 2 people only, privacy sometimes is still important and we understand that well. You may book this Add-On service if you need single accommodation on camps and we will carry separate tents and all other required gears for that on the trek. Do note that sleeping solo on big tents makes it really cold, hence if you choose Single Accommodation, we will provide All-Weather 2 Person tent which will be spacuious as well as not that cold on higher camps.