-- Select Trip Category -- Trekking Climbing Mountain Biking Cultural tours --Select Destination-- Ladakh Zanskar Lahaul Spiti Kinnaur Kullu Manali Garhwal Kumaun --Ladakh Zanskar treks-- ZANSKAR TRAVERSE Across Zanskar Himalayas Darcha Padum Padum Lamayuru Zanskar & moon lake MARKHA VALLEY Markha valley trek Markha & Stok Kangri Markha & Nomads of Rupshu Lamayuru to Hemis CHANGTHANG PLATEAU Changthang nomads Ladakh to Spiti INDUS & NUBRA VALLEY Sham valley trek Nubra valley trek Lamayuru to Alchi OTHER TREKS Zanskar Jumlam trek Kang la trek	Nomads & high passes of Rupshu Ladakh: Rupshu trek Nomads and high passes of Rupshu The Zanskar range begins near the Nanga-Parbat (8125m.) Massif and continues parallel to the Ladakh range right to the Rupshu plains. The width of Zanskar range can be gauged from the fact that Lachulang-La and Taglang -La(17479ft,,5240m.) (Both passes on 2nd highest motorable road of the world) lies on this range, beginning close to Nanga-Parbat and continuing range in the World. This less frequented but wonderful route leads through varied landscapes. Setting off our journey form Manali on our 18 days trek, we cross Rohtang-La (3978m.) pass to Darcha. We start with a rugged climb, while crossing the Baralacha-la (4890m.) and Morang-la (5300m) we arrive Rupshu region. From Dat we approach to the high Tibet plateau (Chang-Thang) Around 4000 nomads live in the Rupshu plain, with their flocks of sheep for summer grazing. Arriving finally at Hemis, after crossing Kongmaru-la (5150m.), We visit the Hemis monastery, which is biggest and riches in Ladakh. Monastery has larges Thanka (scroll painting) of the World. TRIP FACTS Region: Lahoul, Ladakh, Total Day: 24, Trek Days: 12, Grade: Strenuous,  Best Season: Mid June to Mid October, Max. Ele 5,300m. OUTLINE TRIP DOSSIER Day 01: Arrival in New Delhi. Day 02: Fly to Kullu- Manali or drive to Manali. Day 03: Sight seeing in around Manali.   Day 04: Manali - Jispa. Day 05: Jispa - Sarchu ( 4250m) - Brandi Nallah. Day 06: Trek to Brandy Nallah -Takh. Day 07: Trek to Morang la (5300m)- Daktao. Day 08: Trek to Yabook. Day 09: Trek to Lungmo Che (4550m). Day 10: Trek to Yar la (4200m)-Dat. Day 11: Trek to Sorra (4200m). Day 12: Trek to Zalung Karpo la (5,150m)- Langthang Chu. Day 13: Trek to Hankar Sumdo. Day 14: Trek to Nimaling (5000m) Dau 15: Rest day, trek to Kang Gyatse Lake. Day 16: Trek to Kongmaru la (5150m)- Shang Sumdo. Day 17: Drive to Hemis - Shey - Thiksey - Leh.   Day 18: Leh. Sight seeing in around Leh 1. Day 19: Leh: Sight seeing in around Leh 2. Day 20: Fly New Delhi. Day 21: Fly home. · 24 days Cost Includes Hotel accommodation at 3 star b/b basis New Delhi, Manali and Leh, Transportation by jeep as per itinary, sight seeing in around Manali and Leh. Airport transfer at Leh, New Delhi. All meals while on trek: bed tea, break fast, packed lunch, hot drinks, snacks, dinner. Staff: Guide, cook, helpers, trekking mules/horse. All trek and camp gears. single tent or twin sharing basis. · Cost excludes Domestic flight fare, meals in Manali,Leh, New Delhi , Alcohal, personal laundry, Personal insurance, Entrance fee at monasteries. Personal Tipping to staff.     · 12 days trek Manali to Leh. Cost includes: Jeep Transportation as programe, All meals while on trek: bed tea, breakfast, packed lunch, hot drinks, snacks, dinner. Local staff, trekking mules. trek gear and accossories, tent on twin sharing basis or single tent. Camp fee and national park fee. · Cost excludes Deomestic airfare, Hotel accommodations, alcohol, personal laundry, insurance, Climbing towards Zalung Karpo La Kharnak Chu Rupshu Flora Markha  Chu and Kang Yatse peak Kharnak Chu Climbing to Zalung Karpo La Ladakh: Rupshu Markha valley trip dossier DAY 01: Arrival in New Delhi. meeting upon at International Airport, transfer to Hotel.   DAY 02: Fly on to Chandigarh. or drive to Manali. A 9-hours drive through the increasingly dramatic valleys and gorges into the Kullu valley. Overnight guesthouse in Manali, 6.500 feet.   DAY 03: Excursion around Manali local sight seeing. Visit Hadimba Devi temple, 16th century old Hindu temple, Manu temple and hot spring at Vashisht.   DAY 04: MANALI - ROTANG PASS 3978m. - JISPA. drive 6 hrs. Crossing Rohtang Pass (3978 m),     DAY 05: JISPA - SARCHU (4250m.) - BRANDI NALLAH. Now valley widen into high pasture ground. Easy and moderate walking along the Yunam River. 5000 to 6000 mtrs peaks can visible if weather permits. Shepherds huts can be both sides of river, now further 1 ½ hour will take you to Sarchu bridge. Good campsite.   DAY 06: SARCHU - BRANDY NALLAH - TAKH Now after crossing Sarchu Bridge one enter in Ladakh region. A short distance beyond river to be cross. By the evening arrive at Takh campsite.   DAY 07: TAKH - MORANG LA (5300m.) - DAKTAO Today long ascent towards Morang la 5,300m. Reaching the top gradual descent on a will kept trail. Pass the entire valley on right then come to a beautiful plateau. Take a good path, which leaves the river down to the right; lastly arrive at the campsite of Daktao.   DAY 08: DAKTAO - YABOOK From, camp trek on the right bank until reaching Lun (Lun a village fields). Further cross a valley on the right then on 1-½ hours to north. Continue following the same valley reach Yabook, a village populated by Tibetan nomads, wonderful campsite with several low stonewalls.   DAY 09: YABOOK -LUNGMO CHE (4550m.) Today gradual walking to wards Sangtha village though not much water and pasture on the way. Now go to a right hand valley. Ascent along the right river to arrive Lungmo Che (summer village).   DAY 10: LUNGMO CHE - YAR LA (4200m.) - DAT From Lungmo-Che gradual climb for 2 hours to Yar la 4960m. From the pass fantastic and wonderful view of the Rupshu region. Now ascent towards foot of pass. Passing through Dango village, finally arrive Dat (4200m.) A Gelukpa monastery can be visited in Dat. Yar La DAY 11: DAT - SORRA (4200m.) 5 hours Now valley becomes very broad and passes in front of several Chortens (Stupas) and Manis (stone carved with hyms of (OM MANI PADME HUM). Now leave a valley on the left to go Sorra. Before cross the Sorra Chu at junction, Sorra Chu and Dat Chu makes up the Chang Chu which flows later in Zanskar River. After crossing wonderful woody gorges arrive at the campsite of Sorra. DAY 12: SORRA - ZALUNG KARPO LA (5,150 M) - LANGTHANG CHU From camp horizontal walking on valley floor, then ascent towards 1st pass, 4 hours after crossing pass walk towards Zalung karpo la (5100m.).Now continue trek with ups and downs. Further cross a large stream and morainic wall. Arrive at campsite of Langthang Chu. Zalung Karpo La DAY 13: LANGTHANG CHU - HANKAR SUMDO From the camp treks Lang thang Chu deep in the valley. Now the trek is in Hemis high altitude national park. National park an area of 3350 sq km.inhabits number of species of wild animals, like Ibex (Capra sibirica), Snow Leopard (Panthra uncia), Blue sheep, Ladakh Urial, Giant Sheep, Wild Dog, Marmots, Golden Eagle, Partridge and Bearded vulture. Camp near stream. DAY 14: HAKAR SUMDO - NIMALING (5000m.) Now path is well marked, ascent along the stream for few minute. Pass through a small lake, cross pasture arrive at Nimaling (5000m.).It is most beautiful valley in Ladakh region and Kang Gyatse (6400m.) Dominates the valley. Several difficult routes leas to summit but climbing through west part is not difficult with crampons ice axe. Beautiful campsite at Nimaling. DAY 15: Full day rest and relax. Sight seeing to Kang Gyatse Lake. DAY 16: NIMALING - KONGMARU LA (5150m) - SHANG SUMDO From camp zigzag climb to Kongmaru la (5150m.). For 1 ½ hour. Crossing pass steep descent up to 4700m. Then along the stream for 3 hours in gorge. Leave the gorge and continue walking in the left bank to Chukirmo. Now valley becomes broad easy descent along the river till Shang sumdo. Shang monastery I hour from camp. DAY 17: SHANG SUMDO - HEMIS - LEH Again walking in riverbed, from camp Cross River by ford then walk on right bank on good path. Crossing River again, walks through left side. Now path is suitable for vehicles. Passing a small house arrive Martselang. Further on left side a series of big Chortens and Manis. Passing through it gentle climb to arrive Hemis. Hemis monastery is biggest and richest in Ladakh region. Monastery has biggest Thanka (scroll painting) of the world. Drive to Leh. Visit eventually Thiksey & Shey monasteries and transfer to Hotel. DAY 18. EXCURISON AROUND LEH. Sight seeing in and around Leh. Visiting Sankar Gompa, Leh bazaar, Phyang & Spituk, and witness a culture program in the evening. DAY 19: FREE DAY IN LEH. LEISURE AROUND MARKET. DAY 20. FLIGHT TO NEW DELHI. DAY 21: FLY HOME. . Photo Gallery Testimonials Maps Online enquiry Contact us

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--Ladakh Zanskar treks-- ZANSKAR TRAVERSE Zanskar Traverse 22 days Darcha- Padum 10 days Padum -Lamayuru 10 days Zanskar & moon lake MARKHA VALLEY Markha valley 8 days Markha & Stok Kangri Markha & Rupshu Nomads Lamayuru-Hemis 10 days CHANGTHANG PLATEAU Changthang nomads 16 days Ladakh to Spiti INDUS & NUBRA VALLEY Sham valley trek Nubra valley trek Lamayuru-Alchi 5 days OTHER TREKS Zanskar Jumlam trek Kang la trek --Lahaul Spiti and Kinnaur-- Chandratal lake 10 days Pin Parvati trek Kinner Kailash Parikrama trek Spiti to Kinnaur trek Mountains & monasteries --Kullu Manali treks-- Hamta pass 5 days Chandratal lake trek 10 days Deo Tibba base camp Malana village 5 days Beas Kund trek Bara Bangahal & Bir trek Pin Parvati trek --Garhwal & Kumaun-- Har Ki Dun & Yamunotri Gangotri to Badrinath Nanda Devi & Milam Glacier   Manali: Solang valley and Beas Kund trek Accommodation: “Sleeping bags were very high quality and tents were spacious. Shower facilities provided at end of trek were an added bonus. Food: Surpassed all expectations. We were fed huge portions and there were always enough snacks to get us up the last few hundred meters. Service: Everyone was very welcoming and helpful, always ready to answer our questions. The friendly campfires at night topped off the experience. Trek: The Beas Kund trek was exactly what we were looking for. The scenery was breathtaking and our guide Ravinder was always ready to accommodate our request and take us up to 4000m. Overall: the fantastic few days in the beautiful part of the country made better by booking our trek with Potala Adventurers Company. We would definitely recommend Potala Adventurers to our friends! ”. Harriet M. & group. London, ENGLAND, 31 Oct. - 03 Nov. 2011.   Hamta Pass and Chandratal lake trek “ Days: 4 nights 5 days. Guide: Ravinder, very informative, helpful and friendly. Took good care and guided well. Cook: Prem, cooked very delicious food, very fast. Did not say no to anything we asked. Horseman: Megh Singh. Nice guy, friendly. Equipment: Excellent, all in good conditions. About Potala: Overall I was a beautiful, memorable experience. Service offered by Potala was very good and highly satisfactory. We would definitely recommend Potala to our friends. Thanks to Mr. Tenzin and his team, for organizing wonderful trek”. Mr. Karishnamurthy and Mrs. Shruti H - Bangalore - Karnataka. 19th Sep. - 23 Sep. 2011   Ladakh to Spiti trek and climb of Kanamo peak “I have completed the Parang la trek from Karzok to Kibber and Kanamo peak from 08 Aug. 2011 to 20 Aug. 2011 organized by Potala Adventurers, with leading Guide Umesh and assistant Guide Ravinder. They are professional, experience, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.  Umesh has assisted me several times on the river crossings and willing to wait for me, as I am always walking slowly. With no complaints, and also give me support with encouragement on passing the Parang la pass and on the Kanamo peak and give full support on during the road blocking on the Batal – Chatru. He also shared with me of his climbing experience and others about the regional history & culture to make the trip interesting.  Ravinder served as assistant guide but also acted as cook on the trek. He has done a good job on cooking includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner. I like much of his fried rice and noodles, potato chips and mixed veg. He also clean up campsite area and burnoff the garbage before leaving, in support of the eco-tourism. I also like to thank you Tenzin Ningbo to secure me the bus ticket New Del / Manali / Del and the booking on the sunshine guest house which provide me the comfortable and nice stay. As well as to Ningbo for all his support me during my stay in Manali. Last but not least, I would like to thank you Mr. Prem Singh of Potala Adventurers to well organize of this trek, the trek is challenging and overall the trip is rewarding, especially on the Spiti valley tour. I would like to come back very soon in the near future for another trek”. Yours - Stanley Lai, Singapore, 25 Aug. 2011   Manali: Hamta pass trek and Chandratal Lake 1) We loved the trip; it was very well organized by Tenzin and his team. Ravinder was our Guide, and he took great care of us through the entire trip. We loved POTALA Adventurers and will come back for more next year. We love Lakpa Ji, Prem ji and Chotu helped with excellent cooking. Shanti Sunder- Mumbai - 20.7.11 – 24.7.11 2) It was a fabulous, out of the world experience. It was very well organized by the Potala team. A special mention to our guide Ravinder, who turned out to our friend and philosopher. Our drive Mr. Lakpa Seth, and other Mr. Prem Ji and Chotu were also a great team. We completely enjoyed the whole trip and hope to keep coming back. Hema Ambadan- Mumbai. 25.7.11 3) An excellent, adventurous and beautiful trip. We had an excellent team with us. The guide Ravinder was the best person to accompany us, he help us all the way. The cook Prem made excellent food. Mr. Lakpa who drove us from Chandratal to Manali was one of the best and trusted guy to drive on this mountainous road. To sure it, we had a great trip. Thanks to Potala Adventurers. Jayshree Narasimhan – Mumbai -20.7.11--24.7.11   4) I totally agree with this, it was really super excellent adventurous trip. Bhagyashri- Mumbai - 20.7.11 – 24.7.11. Manali: Hamta Pass Trek We completed our 4 days hamta pass trek on 14th july, 2011. It was a really great experience with all the modern facilities provided to us by tenzin ningbo. The taste of food along with the presentation of food at an altitude of over 3500mts was just great. We were also amazed by the knowledge about the area in which we were trekking shared to us by our guide Mr.Ravi. The trekking equipments used were also of good quality. H. Gajjar and R. Surey - Gujrat - India - 11 July - 14 July, 2011 Manali: Hamta Pass Trek Hi Prem, Our Hamta Pass trek was awesome. The entire Potala Adventurers team- Kenjil (your brother), Ravinder (Guide), Dinesh (Cook), and the porters were very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the trek and the company of your team right from booking till the end. The trek was beautiful and adventurous. Ravinder and his team made the whole treking experience wonderful. We were really impressed by Ravinder's knowledge and passion for the mountains. He was very friendly and caring which made the whole treking experience even more beautiful. He also mastered his team (cook and porters) very well. All the staff was very nice, committed and cheerful. The food and camping arrangements throughout five days were excellent. Attached are few memories We would definitely like to do many more treks with you (Potala Adeventurers) in future. A big thank you to the Potala team. Keep it up and wishing you the very best. Cheers Neha & Avnish – New Delhi, 20 - 24 June 2011 Manali: Beas Kund trek and Solang valley - 3 nights 4 days Mr. Prem Singh, Thanks for organising the trek - from our perspective it was very enjoyable and met our objective of a light and comfortable trek. I would definitely like to recommend your name to anyone going for a trek starting from Manali and especially highlight the flexibility you offered in organising a cost effective trek for only two people, the good and hot food and courteous and helpful staff. We are currently planning another trek (after 1-2 months), may be to Hamta pass, with a group of 2-4 people. Will be in touch with you for the same. Once again thanks very much for a memorable experience. regards, Rajat and friend - 18 June - 21 June 2011   Manali: Hampta Pass Trek Potala Adventurers has gone out of the way to make my Hamta pass trek truly memorable.  The Guide and porters were true professionals. They were able to assist me in providing information to questions I have and also helped me cross steep glaciers along the way. This is crucial for me, having little experience walking in ice. I also wish to compliment them on the elaborated food dished out everyday and appreciate the extra blankets when weather turns cold. I also deeply appreciate the company for helping me make pre and post trip accommodation and onward travel arrangements without being asked and providing invaluable advice. David L. – SINGAPORE – 11 June 2011 I went on the Hamta pass trek in early June.  I had not read much about the trek before I left, so I didn’t know what I had coming. I was positively surprised with the good knowledge the Guide had about the areas we were passing through.  He seems to have real passion for mountains and trekking, which was really encouraging for me. The cook did his best to provide us with the nice dishes as far as it could be done.  All the staff on the trek acted professionally in every situation, even when my trek partner was forced to make decision to return with the porters. The cook and the Guide did their best to serve me the food I needed on the last two days of the trek, although we didn’t carry any cooking equipment with us. The tent and sleeping bags we were given were also just right for the wind and weather conditions. Altogether an amazing experience I won’t forget. Charlotte L. – NORWAY, 13 June 2011   Kinnaur  Spiti Tour Tour name:  Kinnaur Spiti Tour  ( 18 May – 02 June ) 15 nights 16 days. “Our tour to Kinnaur Spiti was a grand success. Everything was well planned and well organized. Staff: 1) Diggu ( Driver cum staff )- very hard working well mannered. Safe driver and also a very nice and humble person. 2) Prem cook – Very hard working, excellent cook who made our trip enjoyable. Very nice and polite person. 3) Dinesh – helper also very hard working.  Ever smiling – ready to help anytime and very sincere and very polite. We would like to thank Mr. Prem , Mr. Tenzin, Mr. Diggu, Prem and Dinesh making our trip memorable. It was a life time experience for us”.  B. Shah & family  - Mumbai   Explore Manali trek   “ Potala Adventurers is a winning combination of skill, professionalism and personalized service. All through the 5 days trek we felt we were in safe, trustworthy hands of our guide Ravinder. Who navigated us through various terrains – steep hills, snow laden landscapes and lovely alpine meadows. The campsites were well chosen and even in the most difficult situations, we were treated to a variety of delicious meals – which definitely helped keep our spirits high. Mr. Tenzin of Potala Adventurers made sure that our trip was perfect in every way. We would definitely recommend Potala Adventurers to anyone who wishes to explore the wonders of the Himalayas”.  Elvis D’Cruz and family - Kochi, Shantanu Dey and family - Bangalore. 25 April 2011 View all Reviews       Vill. Siyal, H.No. 217, Manali - 175131 Himachal Pradesh , INDIA info@potala-himalaya.com potala.himalaya@gmail.com +91 1902251705 +91 9816076854 skypotala

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