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Darcha Padum Trek
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Darcha Padum Trek takes us along the enthralling journey from Darcha in Himachal Pradesh to Padum in Zanskar. It is also known as the Lost World, The forgotten Valley, and the land where fairies congregate. A moral order built around a refined religious faith and a sound economy based on sustainable land-use patterns has created a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle despite the harsh surroundings. The trail that goes up from Darcha in Lahaul to descend into the Zanskar valley is one route that typifies this.
Prior to trekking, we get an unbeatable experience with an insider’s viewpoint while sightseeing in Manali. Temples impart a unique timelessness to the appealing town of Manali giving plenty of time to soak up its atmosphere and get complete acclimatization for trekking. En route, we will encounter great diversity of landscapes, lovely un-spoilt pastoral mountain scenery, pristine villages and indigenous people. Further ahead, you have to journey through Ringdom Gompa and Kargil to arrive at Leh. With insightful sightseeing tours around Leh we conclude our trip. Throughout the tour, we maintain a high level of comfort and safety.
Prior to trekking, we get an unbeatable experience with an insider’s viewpoint while sightseeing in Manali. Temples impart a unique timelessness to the appealing town of Manali giving plenty of time to soak up its atmosphere and get complete acclimatization for trekking. En route, we will encounter great diversity of landscapes, lovely un-spoilt pastoral mountain scenery, pristine villages and indigenous people. Further ahead, you have to journey through Ringdom Gompa and Kargil to arrive at Leh. With insightful sightseeing tours around Leh we conclude our trip. Throughout the tour, we maintain a high level of comfort and safety.
DAY 01: Manali - Chika (3375 mts) - 165 Kms
Today we drive northwards over the spectacular Rohtang Pass(13,370 ft.) and into the Buddhist land of Lahoul. Beyond the reaches of the monsoon, it is an area more akin to the high altitude desert of Tibet than the alpine scenery we have left behind. Following the Chandra River towards Keylong, the capital of Lahoul, This journey is on rough roads, but the spectacular scenery fully makes up for any discomfort. Stop for lunch in Keylong. Beyond Keylong, we drive to Chika (approx 3 hrs drive). Camp in Chika and meet the camp crew. Stay overnight in the camp.
DAY 02: Trek Chika to Zanskar Sumdo (3860m) 5 hrs.
We follow the river bank and cross over a suspension bridge before reaching our campsite.
DAY 03: Zanskar Sumdo to Chumiknakpo (4380m) 6 hrs.
There is a gradual ascent along the Shingo Chu river before we climb up towards the high peaks of the Zanskar range of Mountains and camp at the base of the Shingo La pass.
DAY 04: Chumiknakpo to Lakhang (4400m) via (Shingola 5050m) 7 hrs.
This is a demanding days’ walk up to the Shingo La pass, gateway to the Zanskar valley. After crossing this pass we descend down into Zanskar and camp in Lakhong by the banks of a river.
DAY 05: Lakhang to Kargyak (4150m) 6 hrs.
Early this morning we will cross over the Shingo River and walk along grassy meadows. Camp is at Kargyak.
DAY 06: Kargyak to Purne (3660m) 4 hrs.
We will finally make it to the main Zanskar valley and pass through the villages of Tabla and Testa before a steep descent takes us to a further bridge that wecross to our campsite at Purne. There are a couple of shops in Purne selling soft drinks, chocolate and a few other items.
DAY 07: Purne – Phuktal Gompa - Purne (4132m) 4 / 5 hrs.
We will walk up a very deep and impressive gorge with a fast flowing river to this remarkable and remote monastery. The 500 year old Gompa is built literally on the side of a cliff. Here we can visit the inner temples and see a stone tablet left by the Hungarian, Alexander Csoma de Koros, one of the first explorers in Tibet, 1826-27.
Day 08: Purne to Mune (3893m) 7 hrs.
A long day as we walk along the Zanskar valley along the banks of the Lungnat River. We reach camp in the late afternoon. Our campsite will be close to the village monastery.
DAY 09: This Day Reserved for relaxing. We will spend the day in admiring nearby places. Overnight stay is in camps
DAY 10: Mune to Padum (3637m) 6 hrs.
From Mune the trail leads us past another impressive monastery, the Barden Gompa, which is perched upon a tall rock with fine views of Padum, our final trek destination. Arrive in Padum in the late afternoon. Stay overnight in the camp.
Today we drive northwards over the spectacular Rohtang Pass(13,370 ft.) and into the Buddhist land of Lahoul. Beyond the reaches of the monsoon, it is an area more akin to the high altitude desert of Tibet than the alpine scenery we have left behind. Following the Chandra River towards Keylong, the capital of Lahoul, This journey is on rough roads, but the spectacular scenery fully makes up for any discomfort. Stop for lunch in Keylong. Beyond Keylong, we drive to Chika (approx 3 hrs drive). Camp in Chika and meet the camp crew. Stay overnight in the camp.
DAY 02: Trek Chika to Zanskar Sumdo (3860m) 5 hrs.
We follow the river bank and cross over a suspension bridge before reaching our campsite.
DAY 03: Zanskar Sumdo to Chumiknakpo (4380m) 6 hrs.
There is a gradual ascent along the Shingo Chu river before we climb up towards the high peaks of the Zanskar range of Mountains and camp at the base of the Shingo La pass.
DAY 04: Chumiknakpo to Lakhang (4400m) via (Shingola 5050m) 7 hrs.
This is a demanding days’ walk up to the Shingo La pass, gateway to the Zanskar valley. After crossing this pass we descend down into Zanskar and camp in Lakhong by the banks of a river.
DAY 05: Lakhang to Kargyak (4150m) 6 hrs.
Early this morning we will cross over the Shingo River and walk along grassy meadows. Camp is at Kargyak.
DAY 06: Kargyak to Purne (3660m) 4 hrs.
We will finally make it to the main Zanskar valley and pass through the villages of Tabla and Testa before a steep descent takes us to a further bridge that wecross to our campsite at Purne. There are a couple of shops in Purne selling soft drinks, chocolate and a few other items.
DAY 07: Purne – Phuktal Gompa - Purne (4132m) 4 / 5 hrs.
We will walk up a very deep and impressive gorge with a fast flowing river to this remarkable and remote monastery. The 500 year old Gompa is built literally on the side of a cliff. Here we can visit the inner temples and see a stone tablet left by the Hungarian, Alexander Csoma de Koros, one of the first explorers in Tibet, 1826-27.
Day 08: Purne to Mune (3893m) 7 hrs.
A long day as we walk along the Zanskar valley along the banks of the Lungnat River. We reach camp in the late afternoon. Our campsite will be close to the village monastery.
DAY 09: This Day Reserved for relaxing. We will spend the day in admiring nearby places. Overnight stay is in camps
DAY 10: Mune to Padum (3637m) 6 hrs.
From Mune the trail leads us past another impressive monastery, the Barden Gompa, which is perched upon a tall rock with fine views of Padum, our final trek destination. Arrive in Padum in the late afternoon. Stay overnight in the camp.
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