Nubra Valley Trekking, Ladakh Himalayas, Kashmir
The Nubra Valley means Ldumra (the valley of flowers), situated in the north of Leh. The average altitude of the valley is about 10,000 ft. above the sea level. The main attraction in this area is Bactarian Camels (Shaggy double hump Camel) around sand dunes, Deskit & Samstanling monasteries and Khardung la Pass (18,380 feet.) above sea level.
Uniqueness
- Trek starting point: Leh
- Trek ending point: Leh
- Peak height: 6000 mts / 19680 ft.
- Trek distance: Around 100 Km round trip
- Time to trek: 7 - 8 Days
- Camping site: At the base camps
How to Reach
- By Road: Leh is well connected to the nearby cities by buses and cabs.
- By Rail: Jammu is the nearest railway station, which is about 734 km from Leh. Since Leh does not have railway station train travel is not possible. You will wither have to take a bus or hire a cab both of which will take approximately 2 days to reach Leh. You can also hire a bus from Manali (453 km), however, the Manali - Leh road is open only from the months from mid-June to mid-October, due to weather conditions.
- By Air: Different airline services provide regular services from Leh to Delhi and Srinagar and the tickets are moderately priced.
Things/Equipment to carry
1. Day Pack (Ruck sack)
2. Cap (Sun hat)
3. Trekking (Hiking) boots with anklets
4. Raincoat or Poncho
5. Small Towel
6. Water Bottle
7. Sun cream / Cold Cream / Lip cream
8. Torch (Flash) light
9. Change of thermal wear / clothes / underwear / Socks
10. Woolen clothes and woolen Socks
11. Batteries
12. Toiletries
13. Light weight wind sheeter / Jacket / Pullover (Sweater)
14. Slippers or Sandals
2. Cap (Sun hat)
3. Trekking (Hiking) boots with anklets
4. Raincoat or Poncho
5. Small Towel
6. Water Bottle
7. Sun cream / Cold Cream / Lip cream
8. Torch (Flash) light
9. Change of thermal wear / clothes / underwear / Socks
10. Woolen clothes and woolen Socks
11. Batteries
12. Toiletries
13. Light weight wind sheeter / Jacket / Pullover (Sweater)
14. Slippers or Sandals
Itineraries
Day 01): Arrival at Delhi
Day 02): Delhi - Leh (Complete Rest in Leh for acclimatization)
Day 03): Leh - Shay - Thiksey - Hemis
Day 04): Leh - Sabu Village (3480 mts/11415 ft.)
Day 05): Sabu Village - Digar La Pass
Day 06): Digar Village - Agyam Village
Day 07): Agyam village - Khalsar Village
Day 08): Khalsar Village - Diskit
Day 09): Diskit - Leh
Day 10): Leh – Delhi
Day 02): Delhi - Leh (Complete Rest in Leh for acclimatization)
Day 03): Leh - Shay - Thiksey - Hemis
Day 04): Leh - Sabu Village (3480 mts/11415 ft.)
Day 05): Sabu Village - Digar La Pass
Day 06): Digar Village - Agyam Village
Day 07): Agyam village - Khalsar Village
Day 08): Khalsar Village - Diskit
Day 09): Diskit - Leh
Day 10): Leh – Delhi
Details
Jammu & Kashmir that mothers the provinces of Ladakh and Zanskar ranges, laminated with towering brown and purple mountains; perfectly calls for the most agitating and thrilling trekking opportunities.
Trekking in Ladakh is one of the most challenging experience to be shared amidst the hard terrains and steeping valleys. One of the most secluded, lush and coldest regions of J&K, Ladakh is filled with so many natural wonders and exciting things to be explored.
Trekking in Ladakh is one of the most challenging experience to be shared amidst the hard terrains and steeping valleys. One of the most secluded, lush and coldest regions of J&K, Ladakh is filled with so many natural wonders and exciting things to be explored.
With Srinagar, in the neighboring Kashmir valley that cradles rich green valley; along with the remote Kishtwar region which appears as a sea of marigolds; the Nubra Valley is speckled with purple heather, and all these, in their resplendent beauty brings Ladakh the historic and most appealing touring routes.
This high altitude desert region is being wide spread at an altitude of 3000 m overlooking explicit monasteries all around with prayer wheels fluttering in the breeze. Above all the most appealing magnetic hill at Leh has much affinity for the trekkers. Pangong, Zanskar and Karakoram ranges ardently bring the most stipulated views for the hard as well easy trekkers.
This high altitude desert region is being wide spread at an altitude of 3000 m overlooking explicit monasteries all around with prayer wheels fluttering in the breeze. Above all the most appealing magnetic hill at Leh has much affinity for the trekkers. Pangong, Zanskar and Karakoram ranges ardently bring the most stipulated views for the hard as well easy trekkers.
Although Ladakh destination is being known for the tougher and challenging zones but it is equally pleasant for the leisure beings as well for the easy trekkers. We are pleased to bring the most exciting trekking routes for the adventurous Ladakh tours that are being shaped in different trekking options right from the easy, moderate and hard treks.
The Nubra Valley means Ldumra (the valley of flowers), situated in the north of Leh. The average altitude of the valley is about 10,000 ft. above the sea level. The main attraction in this area is Bactarian Camels (Shaggy double hump Camel) around sand dunes, Deskit & Samstanling monasteries and Khardung la Pass (18,380 feet.) above sea level.
The road journey to Nubra valley leads through Khardongla (the highest motor able road in the world) 18380 ft. around 50 kms. Away from Leh. After crossing the pass, you can have a view of Khardong village, Khalser and Deskit (the main villages of Nubra valley). The Deskit village offers Guest Houses and lower budget hotels. The Camel safari can be organized from Deskit to Hunder village for 2 hours. Hundar village has small monastery and it is located on ancient Silk Route.
The lands north of Leh were off limits to tourists till 1994, and had been unexplored by outsiders since the 19th century. Now, the Nubra Valley, unfolding beyond the world's highest stretch of motorable road as it crosses the Khardung La (5,578m), can be visited with a seven day permit, which gives one enough time to explore the stark terrain and trek out to one or two Gompas.
The lands north of Leh were off limits to tourists till 1994, and had been unexplored by outsiders since the 19th century. Now, the Nubra Valley, unfolding beyond the world's highest stretch of motorable road as it crosses the Khardung La (5,578m), can be visited with a seven day permit, which gives one enough time to explore the stark terrain and trek out to one or two Gompas.
Day 01): Arrival at Delhi Up on arrival at Delhi airport transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02): Delhi - Leh (Complete Rest in Leh for acclimatization) Take the morning flight for Leh. Check into the guest house and relax the whole day. This is necessary for getting acclimatized. Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 03): Leh - Shey - Thiksey - Hemis
On this day you will go a sightseeing trip to some ancient monasteries in this area.
Day 02): Delhi - Leh (Complete Rest in Leh for acclimatization) Take the morning flight for Leh. Check into the guest house and relax the whole day. This is necessary for getting acclimatized. Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 03): Leh - Shey - Thiksey - Hemis
On this day you will go a sightseeing trip to some ancient monasteries in this area.
Shey Gompa is about 15 kms from Leh. It used to be the summer palace of the kings of Ladakh. There are lots of Stupas and Gompas built around the palace. Shey palace was built by Deldan Namgyal in the beginning of 17th century AD. Main attraction in Shey is the 12m Shakyamuni Buddha statue inside the Dresthang Gompa.
Thiksey Gompa, close to Shey is about 17 kms from Leh. The monastery is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Ladakh and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
Hemis, about 45 kms south of Leh it is one of the most famous and largest monastery in Ladakh. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. The setting is perfect with the monastery cradled in a lovely valley, surrounded by streams and fronted by long Mani walls. Overnight stay at the guest house.
Thiksey Gompa, close to Shey is about 17 kms from Leh. The monastery is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Ladakh and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
Hemis, about 45 kms south of Leh it is one of the most famous and largest monastery in Ladakh. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. The setting is perfect with the monastery cradled in a lovely valley, surrounded by streams and fronted by long Mani walls. Overnight stay at the guest house.
Day 03): Leh - Shey - Thiksey - Hemis
On this day you will go a sightseeing trip to some ancient monasteries in this area.
On this day you will go a sightseeing trip to some ancient monasteries in this area.
Shey Gompa is about 15 kms from Leh. It used to be the summer palace of the kings of Ladakh. There are lots of Stupas and Gompas built around the palace. Shey palace was built by Deldan Namgyal in the beginning of 17th century AD. Main attraction in Shey is the 12m Shakyamuni Buddha statue inside the Dresthang Gompa.
Thiksey Gompa, close to Shey is about 17 kms from Leh. The monastery is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Ladakh and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
Hemis, about 45 kms south of Leh it is one of the most famous and largest monastery in Ladakh. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. The setting is perfect with the monastery cradled in a lovely valley, surrounded by streams and fronted by long Mani walls. Overnight stay at the guest house.
Day 04): Leh - Sabu Village (3480 mts/11415 ft.)
In the morning drive to Sabu village.
Day 05): Sabu Village - Digar La Pass
After an early breakfast trek to cross Digar La (6000 mts). Then descend down to Digar Village. Overnight stay in village.
Thiksey Gompa, close to Shey is about 17 kms from Leh. The monastery is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Ladakh and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
Hemis, about 45 kms south of Leh it is one of the most famous and largest monastery in Ladakh. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. The setting is perfect with the monastery cradled in a lovely valley, surrounded by streams and fronted by long Mani walls. Overnight stay at the guest house.
Day 04): Leh - Sabu Village (3480 mts/11415 ft.)
In the morning drive to Sabu village.
Day 05): Sabu Village - Digar La Pass
After an early breakfast trek to cross Digar La (6000 mts). Then descend down to Digar Village. Overnight stay in village.
Day 06): Digar Village - Agyam Village
In the morning trek to Agyam. The treks go through along the river Shyok. On arrival set out camp for overnight stay at Agyam village. Dinner and overnight stay at village.
In the morning trek to Agyam. The treks go through along the river Shyok. On arrival set out camp for overnight stay at Agyam village. Dinner and overnight stay at village.
Day 07): Agyam village - Khalsar Village
In the morning we will trek up to khalsar village. Dinner and overnight stay in village.
The Nubra Valley Trekking Tours
Day 08): Khalsar Village - Diskit
After breakfast trek to Sumur. Visit to Samtenling Gompa and continue trek to Diskit. Visit to 350 year old Diskit Gompa. Dinner and overnight stay at Diskit.
Day 09): Diskit - Leh
In the morning drive back to Leh. On arrival check in to guest house. Evening free to explore the local market. Overnight stay.
Day 10): Leh - Delhi
Transfer to the airport for the spectacular flight across the main chain of the Himalaya to Delhi.
In the morning we will trek up to khalsar village. Dinner and overnight stay in village.
The Nubra Valley Trekking Tours
Day 08): Khalsar Village - Diskit
After breakfast trek to Sumur. Visit to Samtenling Gompa and continue trek to Diskit. Visit to 350 year old Diskit Gompa. Dinner and overnight stay at Diskit.
Day 09): Diskit - Leh
In the morning drive back to Leh. On arrival check in to guest house. Evening free to explore the local market. Overnight stay.
Day 10): Leh - Delhi
Transfer to the airport for the spectacular flight across the main chain of the Himalaya to Delhi.
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