Chadar Trek
- Region: Ladakh
- Trek Duration: 08Days
- Trek Difficulty: Difficult
- Max Altitude: 11,100 Ft.
- Approx Trekking Km: 62 km
Chadar Trek
The excursion begins at the mountain town of Leh. The best way to arrive at Leh is by flight and it is encircled by snow giving it a total white look. One can get a brief look at the snow covered mountains from the trip as it drops toward Leh which is situated at 11400 feet above ocean level. The trip is over the Zanskar River which untruths frozen throughout the colder time of year. The most favored chance to cross the ice would be in February. During that time, the ice will in general be at its most steady state. The Frozen River Trek starts from the little town of Chilling from where the Zanskar River starts to freeze.
The ice can be as risky on occasion as it tends to be protected during others. One necessities to sort out the protected ways over the problematic sheet and should consistently know about the ice conditions beneath the feet. The adventurers can decide to camp in the caverns along the banks like local people or set up tents where the ice is the most steady. The setting is near twenty degrees underneath edge of freezing over and diminishes further after nightfall also. Warm and layered garments are suggested as is being progressing aThe ice can be as perilous on occasion as it tends to be protected during others. One necessities to sort out the protected ways over the unstable sheet and should consistently know about the ice conditions beneath the feet. The adventurers can decide to camp in the caverns along the banks like local people or set up tents where the ice is the most steady. The setting is near twenty degrees beneath edge of freezing over and diminishes further after dusk also. Warm and layered garments are suggested as is being moving however much as could be expected. These assistance perpetually in keeping the body warm and forestall mouth blisters and furthermore keep the blood from freezing.s much as could be expected. These assistance perpetually in keeping the body warm and forestall mouth blisters and furthermore keep the blood from freezing.The ice can be as risky now and again as it very well may be protected during others. One necessities to sort out the protected ways over the tricky sheet and should consistently know about the ice conditions beneath the feet. The adventurers can decide to camp in the caverns along the banks like local people or set up tents where the ice is the most steady. The setting is near twenty degrees beneath edge of freezing over and diminishes further after nightfall too. Warm and layered garments are suggested as is being moving however much as could reasonably be expected. These assistance perpetually in keeping the body warm and forestall mouth blisters and furthermore hold the blood back from freezing.
Gear and Trekking Info
Traveling stuff ought to be brought from home as there are very few spots accessible at Leh throughout the colder time of year where supplies can be purchased. Food that can be saved and made rapidly, for example, moment noodles is a great expansion. One ought to consistently have enough prior to getting going as it is prescribed to be moving for the majority of the day to keep warm just as keeping the excursion in energy. Ice picks, traveling boots, a few layers of extra comfortable dress are an impulse in such conditions. Tents are suggested yet discretionary as one can undoubtedly camp in caves like local people who venture across the waterway. Nonetheless, being a non-neighborhood, that thought may not be prudent and conveying tents is in every case exemplary.
- Day 1: Reporting day at Leh
- Day 2: Acclimatization Day
- Day 3: Medical test day
- Day 4: Leh to Shingra Koma then Trek to Tsomo Paldar
- Day 5: Tsomo Paldar to Tibb Cave
- Day 6: Tibb Cave to Nerak
- Day 7: Nerak – Tibb Cave
- Day 8: Tibb Cave to Shingra Koma then Drive to Leh
Day 1: Reporting day at Leh
You will land at the Leh air terminal which is perhaps the most beautiful airport that you would run over. Not long before the score time, you'll be welcomed with the whole scope of snow-covered pinnacles that will definitely get you wonderstruck. Keep your warmies helpful as you'll fell the abrupt drop in temperature when you show up at the Leh air terminal. A coat, woolen gloves and a woolen cap is a need. Subsequent to arriving at the guesthouse you will be given sufficient opportunity to unwind and adjust to the conditions. Later in the evening, you can invest some energy at the Leh market for somewhat late window shopping. It is vital that you become accustomed to the cool temperature in Leh in light of the fact that the temperature will simply will in general fall as you begin strolling on the frozen Zanskar. From the finish of January to mid-February, the temperature can be anything between - 10 to - 15 degrees during the day. Keep your body hydrated by expanding the admission of liquids that will assist with keeping up with your internal heat level.
Day 2: Acclimatization Day
Remembering the medical issues that travelers are confronting (AMS), according to the new guidelines applied, anybody doing the Chadar Trek ought to be atleast going through two days in Leh to get your body completely adapt to the climate conditions. It is unalterable and it is significant that it is completely trailed by each adventurer. You can go through the day by visiting the spots around the city. You can likewise go along with us while we direct a little touring session(included in the expense). It just for 3-4 hours, covering every one of the significant spots of Leh. It is fitting that you try not to visit places which are at a higher elevation. Crosscheck you basics prior to hitting the sack.
Day 3: Medical Test day
Today is the huge day. This day chooses whether you proceed further or not. Get up ahead of schedule and to arrive at the Medical Camp as right on time as could be expected. Despite the fact that tests require some investment, because of vacationers surge it gets deferred. In the late evening we will complete protection customs, assuming any. On the off chance that the tests proclaim you are not fit go for Chadar journey, you won't be permitted. For discount arrangements, kindly contact your Trek Coordinator.
Day 4: Leh to Shingra Koma then Trek to Tsomo Paldar
On this day, you'll be made a beeline for the principal camping area which is Tsomo Paldar through Chilling and Shingra Koma. Shingra Koma is the most interesting spot of Chadar for it is set at U curve of Zanskar. Shaping a brilliant spot with bunches of perspectives. Today, will be quite possibly the most beautiful drive which allows you to observe a portion of the best positions in Ladakh. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the conjunction of the Zanskar and Indus are a portion of where you can take a refueling break for clicking pictures. Following 3-4 hours drive along the Zanskar will get you to Shingra Koma. The vehicle will drop you right where the street closes, this will be your beginning stage of strolling on the Zanskar.
The layer of Chadar might appear to be slight here, you can likewise see different stone developments. Strolling with gumboots on will be a test in the underlying stage. Understanding the ice examples will set aside time, gradually however consistently you will realize which surface is delicate and which is reliable. There are different number of ice surfaces that you would run over while strolling on the powerful Zanskar and as you begin strolling you will find out about it. Establishing your foot will be significant in a large portion of the cases, you can check for the ice for its consistent quality with your strolling stick prior to stepping on it sincerely. A little and light knapsack will help as you will ready to deal with your body weight in a viable way. Following an hour and a big part of slipping, falling and attempting to accumulate your equilibrium you'll arrive at your first camping area at Tsomo Paldar. This will be your first experience of setting up camp under freezing temperatures.
Day 5: Tsomo Paldar to Tibb Cave
Chadar is one such journey where your not acquiring height in speedy progressions. Gradually however continuously from Tsomo Paldar to Tibb Cave (6-7 hours), you will acquire a height of 400ft. (Tsomo Paldar: 11,400 to Tibb Cave: 11,800) After going through a cool night in the tent at Tsomo Paldar completely finish you breakfast that will re-invigorate your faculties in the first part of the day. The genuinely necessary hot cup of tea will be extraordinary in such cold conditions. As you begin going to the following camping area which is Tibb Cave, this journey course has probably the most attractive frozen cascades that you'll see. Cascades that stand frozen on schedule. The wellspring of a portion of these frozen cascades is as yet unclear and there are a ton of legends among the locals. The powerful Zanskar will be streaming from the beginning with you on the path and the emerald green water will have a smooth mitigating You will be served lunch halfway to Tibb cave. In the wake of strolling for a few hours you'll run over various stone examples en route which look workmanship looks when the sun beams fall on them advancing from behind the mists. You will camp close to the Tibb cave which is encircled by dry sand.
Day 6: Tibb Cave to Nerak
As you continue on to the most anticipated campground of the trip which is Nerak, the 13km long path will take you to the most famous milestone of the Chadar journey. for example The frozen cascade. The frozen cascade is a nature's work of art that draws in travelers all throughout the planet. Hot lunch will be served en route to Nerak. By a long shot, Nerak will be the coldest of the multitude of campgrounds on the trip where the temperature goes down to as low as - 30 degrees during the evening. It will be significant that you wear legitimate dress in layers to remain protected from the gnawing cold. On the off chance that you figure out how to arrive at the cascade on schedule, there are chances of visiting the Nerak Village too. You will camp a good ways off of 15-20 minutes from the cascade.
Day 7: Nerak – Tibb Cave
You may have heard accounts of how eccentric the climate examples can arrive on the Chadar journey. There are occasions where the development of Chadar no longer exists coming back from Nerak. Similarly, you will observer another layer of Chadar framed at a few. Despite the fact that it's a similar course, you'll be astonished to perceive how unique it shows up while returning. Chadar Trek is an encounter that should not be taken lightly that each journeying devotee should observer. And afterward, imagine a scenario in which we disclosed to you that these eight days of your life will be probably the greatest days you've lived up until this point and that you'll value these minutes till the end.
Today backtrack your means back to Tibb Cave. You triumph when it's all said and done one more last opportunity to treasure, remember and assemble the recollections. Say farewell to every one of local people while you advance back. Be cautious and partake in your last stay in tents.
Day 8: Tibb Cave to Shingra Koma then Drive to Leh (70km)
Again get up ahead of schedule for a long stroll back. It isn't actually remembering steps since you might notice a great deal have changed. Chadar might have softened, layer of Chadar might have gotten flimsy, great rocks are noticeable at this point. Wea ll, that is the excellence of nature and Chadar journey. Arrive at Shingra Koma and prepare to board on vehicles. Another rough ride and you will show up in Leh.
Inclusions:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage
Exclusions:
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Note:
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
To book Kedarkantha Trek/ adventure program please use our online booking form or, alternatively, you can call us on the given for confirmation of tour you have to wire a deposit and initial deposit.
Paying the Trek/ Adventure activity fee:
The fee can be paid by online transfer/check deposit/ demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
When to Book:
It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organising your trip at least five months in advance. (Please contact us if you require a late booking)
Cancelation Policy:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage
Trekking Gear
1. Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
2. Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
3. Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
4. U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
5. Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each
Footwear
1. Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
2. Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1
Clothing
1. Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
2. Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
3. Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
4. Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
5. Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
6. Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
7. Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
8. Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
9. Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
10. Woolen cap. Qty-1
11. Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
Toiletries
1. Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream etc.)
2. Sun screen lotion small pack . Qty -1
3. Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
Utensils
1. Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
2. Plate. Qty- 1
3. Spoon.Qty-1
4. Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1
Miscellaneous
1. Camera (Optional)
2. Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
3. Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)