Ripchar Valley

An untouched and peaceful valley gives a panoramic view of Zanskar and Karakorum from the high passes. With many parallel great Himalayan ranges running together with the trail.

Day 01: Delhi - Leh
Fly Delhi-Leh (3500m)

Day 02: Leh
Day for Acclimatization With exploration of Buddhist monasteries and Leh town

Day 03: Leh – Hinju 5-6 hrs

• Drive Leh - Hinju (3750m) 5-6hrs
• Trek to Hinju Gradual traverse for an hour.
• Overnight Camp Hinju

Day 04: Trek Hinju - Sumdo Chun 7-8 hrs

• Trek Hinju - Sumdo Chun (4300m) 2-3 hrs short switch backs Uphill to Prinkiti La then 1-2 hrs downhill from Prinkiti La then walk with the river to reach Sumdo Chun.
• Overnight Camp Sumdo Chun

Day 05: Trek Sumdo Chun – Lanak 5-6 hrs
Trek Sumdo Chun - Lanak(4000m) 3-4hrs Long traverse until you cross the stream then 1-2 hrs switch back uphill to Lanak.

Day 06: Trek Lanak- Chiling 7-8 hrs

• Trek Lanak- Dungduchun La (4700m)2-3 hrs Steep switch back uphill ascent 1-2 hrs Gradual traverse then1-2hrs switch back down hill last ½ -1 hrs gradual walk along the stream until Chilling (3250m)
• Overnight Camp Chiling

Day 07: Chiling – Leh 2-3 hrs
Drive Chilling - Leh 2 -3hrs along Zanskar

Day 08: Leh – Delhi
Fly Leh-Delhi