Markha valley Trek

One of the most variegated and striking treks in the foothills of Himalayas; Markha Valley trek (5030 m) has huge rock pinnacles, prayer-flagged passes, petty gorges and overhanging cliffs. A route brings you into two passes of Himalaya. The Ganda La and Kangmaru La are worth by stopping.

This trek will lead you to a hilltop cloisters, Tibetan shrines and prayer walls. The Wildlife such as, Ibex, Himalayan Blue sheep can be viewed. Towards the end of trek, you envision some

exciting and spectacular sights of the snowy peaks of Tibet and other mounts of Karaloram range.

On the first phase, drive to Spituk where you cross the beautiful river and enter into the valley of Zinchen River. You get a chance for tenting in the nearest village. Stopping by picturesque valley, you trail ascent on the difficult path to reach Stok. On the way, the pristine river awaits you at the massif of Stok Kangri.

Let your eyes observe the magnificent path towards Yurutse. Cross a pretty and small settlement which boasts of having small valley. After a short walk, descend and get entered into the Markha Valley Trek, rich in its flora. Few hundred meters further, there lays the splendid place called Skiu.

If you want to explore unusual and great vegetation then, follow a route which moves to right of Markha. Here you will traverse through infertile plain. Chaluk is another place to visit. Walk along the left bank of river, a hike will lead you to village of Markha. Camping can be enjoyed near the river.

Another trek route leads towards the main valley. Sometimes hard to cross, this trail is set in the river bed. The monastery of Humlung is a worth place stopping by. Continue Trekking with right bank, reach Hankar, place that has some houses.

The path to Nimaling will let you explore the broad and pleasant valley on the road side. As you go deep into this valley, it becomes more narrow and higher. Another destination called Tchatchutse is reached after crossing the bridges. You need to climb pastures to reach Nimaling, one of the most attractive high valleys in Ladakh.

While trekking to another pass, you need to cross Markha valley and follow long climb. A difficult route leads to Kongmarula La. Keep trekking through steep gorges and reach in Chukirmo. Arrive into Shang after crossing right and left bank. You get a chance to do camping in groves. An hour away, there is a monastery.

A trek towards Hemis offers you to visit the most famous and ancient monastery of Ladakh. A huge Tankha is said to be one of the largest in the world. Pay a visit to Hemis monastery, Shey monastery. Shey monastery comprises of 7.5 copper statue of Buddha, coated with gold. Thereafter, drive further to explore Thiksey monastery on a hilltop. You will find some wall paintings and temples.

This whole tour of Markha valley trek imparts a true flavor of the colorful and magical landscapes of Indian's Ladakh region!