
Markha Valley with Stok Kangri
The Markha Valley trek is certainly one of the most diverse trek in the Western Himalayas and the barren landscape of Leh Ladakh and its unique Buddhist culture.
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Bonfire
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Camping
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Hiking
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Off-road
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Activity Level Challenging
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Group Size Large Group
Markha Valley with Stok Kangri (6150m)
Experience the bliss of paradise by climbing Stok Kangri with Markha Valley. Markha Valley trekking tours offer a plethora of dense foliage, impeccable views of the valley, and the imposing mountains from the summit of Stok Kangri. Climbing in Stok Kangri is not a daunting endeavor for most trekkers as the incline is not too steep. Moreover, one can even attempt this trek with no experience. The Markha valley with Stok Kangri trek derives its origin from a river called Markha, a tributary of Zanskar. Massive mountains enclose the boundaries of the river like a protective sheath which gives shape to the pristine Markha valley. While traversing along the valley and proceeding with the Stok Kangri climbing tour, numerous Tibetan settlements form a fence around the valley. These settlements have been transformed into tiny hamlets created from mud-brick houses and Buddhist gompas. Before being discovered in the 19th century, this region was completely isolated from the modern world. The Markha valley with Stok Kangri trek helps Tibetans earn a living from the few trekkers that visit the scenic beauty during the summer months.
Stok Kangri Markha Valley trekking includes an intricate trail through the colossal Himalaya mountains. In Ladakh, Stok Kangri Markha Valley trekking is an underrated gem. Due to its astounding height, which reached an elevation of 6153 meters, the challenging expedition is the highest in the Stok Range of the Himalayas. Climbing in Stok Kangri is rather strenuous as it covers 70% of the height of Everest. The streams, glaciers, moraines, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains hypnotize every traveler seeking refuge on the Markha Valley trekking tour.
Grade – Challenging
Duration – 13 days
Max. Altitude – 20500ft
Total trekking – 80 kms approx.
Region – Leh, Ladakh
- Accommodation during trek on triple/quad (Guest House/Homestay/Camping)
- All veg meals while on trek (Veg)
- Transport from Leh to base village and return
- All necessary permits and entry fees
- First aid medical kit
- Qualified and experienced Trek Guide and support staff
- All taxes
- Any meals during transit
- Personal expenses
- Travelling insurance
- Cost Escalation due to unforeseen reason
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head
- Day1 Arrive at Leh ( 11480ft)
- Day2 Leh-Chilling-Sku (11450 ft)
- Day3 Skiu - Markha (12630ft)
- Day4 Markha- Hankar (13120ft)
- Day5 Hankar- Nimaling (15255 ft)
- Day6 Nimaling- Kongmaru La (16900ft)- Chogdo (13120ft)
- Day7 Chogdo - Gyuncho La (15090ft) - (Camp at 14270ft)
- Day8 Camp at 4350 m - Shang La (15750ft)- Matho Phu (14270ft)
- Day9 Matho Phu - Mato La (15815ft) -Stok Kangri Base Camp (15420ft)
- Day10 Acclimatization day at Base Camp
- Day11 Summit day (20500ft)
- Day12 Stok Kangri Base Camp - Leh
- Day13 Leh to Delhi
- Backpack with rain cover(40-60lts)
- Daypack/Knapsack – Optional
- Poncho
- Floaters or Sandals
- Trekking Shoes – Medium or High ankle length(Get a pair and “break-in” well in advance that you don’t face any sores/blisters once you are on mountains)
- 2 Pairs of Quick Dry Tees and Track Pants
- 3 Pair of sports Socks and 1 pair of woolen
- Gaiters
- Woolen Gloves
- Full Sleeve Sweater or Fleece Jacket
- Windproof Jacket
- Sun Cap
- One Scarf/Balclava
- Quick dry towel/Light towel
- Lip Balm
- Cold Cream & Sun Screen (SPF 40+)
- Water Bottle 1 Lt – good quality plastic bottle
- Headlamp or torch with fresh pair of batteries
- Personal Toilet Kit and toilet paper
- Personal Medicine Kit –
- General medicines comprising of headache, fever, vomiting, stomach upset and pain killer
-Anti Diarrhoearal
-Aspirin/Paracetamol
-Diamox
-Anti-inflammatory -Nurofen or diclofenac sodium - Dark Sunglasses
- Gloves
- Trekking Pole
- CAMERA with huge memory card and fully charged with extra batteries.
- Extra Polythene bags.
- Dry fruits/Energy bars
P.S You may use and share common kit for toiletries and medicines if travelling in a group