MARKHA RIVER ROUTE

Many of our treks are in the stunning Markha Valley. The Markha river has created a green paradise of barley and mustard fields, its deep gorges meandering through unspoiled and isolated villages which are unreachable for a large part of the year due to snowfall.

This area has many unclimbed peaks which can be viewed spectacularly from the high passes the trekking route follow, for example, from Kongmaru La Pass at 5,200 m, you will be rewarded with an extensive view, north to Karakuram where K2 lies, and easterly towards Tibet and Kailash region.

The Markha Valley wildlife is prolific with snow leopard, blue sheep and marmot are common sight amongst the rocks and ridges.

Accommodation
In Delhi, we stay in a standard hotel with air-conditioned rooms. In Leh, accommodation is arranged in a standard hotel conveniently located near the local market and town centre, or in a comfortable family-run guesthouse. Wi-Fi is available in Leh; however, international mobile phones generally do not have network coverage in Ladakh.

Camping & Trek Support
The trek is operated on a full-service camping basis. Our experienced camp staff will handle all camp duties, including pitching and dismantling tents, cooking meals, and managing camp chores, allowing you to trek comfortably with only a day pack.

Most nights are spent wild camping in remote locations. Accommodation is in spacious two-person tents with enough room for kit bags. A separate dining tent is provided, complete with a table and folding chairs, along with at least one eco toilet tent (usually two) for evening use.

There is no running water at the campsites. Camps are set up near rivers or streams, and the camp staff will provide bowls of warm water for basic washing during the trek.

Worth Knowing
• In India, it is common for hotels to provide hot water only at certain times of the day to conserve energy. If your shower water is cold, please inform the reception so they can switch on the water heater.
• Toilet tents used during camping consist of a dug pit (prepared by our camp staff) inside a tent. Dirt or sand is provided beside the pit to cover waste after each use.
• Single rooms and single tents are available on request for an additional supplement, subject to availability. Please enquire at the time of booking.

Day 1 – Arrive in Leh. Guesthouse B & B. Free day

Day 2 – Leh. Guesthouse B & B. Visit by car to nearby Shey Palace and Thiksey gompa, Buddhist monasteries

Day 3 – Leh. Guesthouse B & B. Visit by car to Phyang and Spituk Buddhist monasteries

Day 4 – Travel 3 hrs to Hamurja by car. Trek to Markha Village, 5 hrs. Camp in the village

Day 5 – Trek to Thochungtse. Wild camp

Day 6 – Trek to Nimaling. Wild camp

Day 7 – Trek to Chockdo. Camp near the village

Day 8 – Travel back to Leh via Hemis Gompa by car. Guesthouse B & B

Climb Extension

Any of the Markha Valley treks can be extended to climb one of these peaks, such as Kangyatse (6.400mts), Djongo East (6.040 m) and Regonmoli (6030 m) extra.

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