Question 1

What is the best time to go for Mt Stok Kangri trek Ladakh?

Accepted Answer

July - September are the best months to plan a Stok Kangri Trek. During this time, the peaks are snow clad and the trail offers a beautifully striking, rocky side of the mighty Zanskar Range.

Question 2

What is the level of fitness expected from the participants in Stok Kangri Trek?

Accepted Answer

It makes a lot of sense to spend some time before coming on a climbing holiday getting some additional exercise. The fitter you are, after all, the more enjoyable you will find the experience. For this trek, you need to be aerobically fit and also comfortable with walking for 7 - 8 hours each day over a minimum of 6 months, a proper fitness regime will be sent to you. The best preparation for a trip of this nature is regular hiking in a hill or backcountry, particularly involving sections of steep terrain. One should have an experience of the trek over 14000 ft. done twice. Experience of walking in crampons is useful, although instruction in all necessary techniques for the climb will be given at Base Camp.

Question 3

Which type of shoes should I carry while going on Stok Kangri Trek?

Accepted Answer

For Stok Kangri trek, you would need good and comfortable trekking shoes that would let you easily go through the ridges and glaciers till the top. The rough roads would hamper your normal shoes and before you buy trekking shoes, be very careful. The boots with thicker and aggressive out-soles can be used for longer treks like Stok Kangri. Select the right type of shoes is essential- for summer season, use low-ankle hiking shoes but if you go on cold conditions, then buy trek boots with industry accredited material used in their build. Waterproof and breathable fabric would be the best. Buy trek boots one size larger than your feet size so you will feel comfortable after wearing multiple socks during winter treks.

Question 4

What will be the highest elevation we will Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

The stunning Stok Kangri Peak displays multiple thrills along the way and towers at a height of 20180 ft., the highest altitude is at 6153m.

Question 5

Does Stok Kangri trek require proper acclimatization?

Accepted Answer

The Stok Kangri trek does come along with some challenges, some of them being dealing with thin air on high altitudes. For this very reason, the first three days are reserved for acclimatisation. The route taken to the summit is among the shortest.

Question 6

What sort of weather will be there during Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

In the day time the weather is clear, the temperature is around 17 to 10 degrees, but at night times it gets cold and temperature drops up to 0 to -6 degrees. This is a tough trek temperature-wise also.

Question 7

What is the difficulty level of Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

Stok Kangri is not a simple trek it’s an expedition where experience trekkers can check their fitness level and it is one of the dream trek of every trekkers. Stok Kangri trek is a difficult trek, and it gets harder with the snow.

Question 8

How much do we have to trek each day?

Accepted Answer

Average walking distance is 10- 12 km each day and trekkers mostly in 5-7 hrs. Just enjoy it, don’t be disheartened.

Question 9

Are there any chances of sudden weather changes during Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

Mountains do generate their own weather systems and some rain or snowfall cannot be ruled out. Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes

Question 10

What all things I should carry for the Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

- Day pack (25ltrs) - Dry fit shirts and trousers 4 pairs - Fleece jacket - Balaclava and Buff - Toilet paper - Two 1 ltr water bottles - Pee bottle - Lip care - Torch with extra batteries - Water purification solution / tablets - Body Moisturizer, Body Powder / Anti-Fungal (feet and body) - Down booties Boots, Camp shoes / Sport sandals - Warm Socks (lots of extra pairs) - Water and wind proof jacket and trousers - Thermal top and bottom - 3 pairs Day wear shirt x2 or 3 Underwear 5-7 Sun cap, Sun screen lotion, - Sunglasses Head torch with extra batteries - Toiletries - Small light towel and napkin - Personal medications - Rain cover for your bags

Question 11

How cold does it really get on the Stok Kangri trek?

Accepted Answer

During day time, the weather is clear and warm at Stok Kangri and the temperature would be around 11 degree Celsius. As the night approaches, the temperature drops down to 0 to -6 degree Celsius. But the weather at high altitudes is highly unpredictable too. Hence be prepared with multiple layers of jackets, clothes, socks and gloves.

Question 12

How will we go Stok Kangri from Leh?

Accepted Answer

Stok Kangri trekking route is quite a simple one. You begin from Leh and then drive to the Stok village after which the actual trekking begins. The route to be followed is Stok Village - Chang Ma - Mankorma - Base camp - Stok Kangri. With every next destination the altitude keeps on rising and the hike becomes even more difficult. The entire trek almost takes 9 days to complete and the final summit is 20,100 feet high that is Stok Kangri.

Question 13

Is Stok Kangri the highest peak in Ladakh?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Stok Kangri peak is the highest peak in Ladakh region of northern India. The altitude of this peak is 20,190 ft. (6,154 metres). The main attraction around this peak is the trek to Stok Kangri.It is a popular activity in the Stok village to check for your fitness and adventure levels in the freezing cold of the location.