9 days

About this activity

Itinerary

Day 1: Reporting day at Leh

Stop At: Ladakh Vacation, First Floor, D Manzil Zangsti, Behind SBI Bank, Main Bazar, Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Altitude 11,400 ft.
• Keep woollen cap and gloves handy before arriving at Leh Airport
• Bring a copy of ID proof, Address proof along with original and 8 photographs.
• Foreigner-Original Passport, copy of passport and visa documents and 8 photographs.
• Network is available (only post-paid)
• ATM is available
• Visit of any very high-altitude place or pass is not advisable
• Consumption of alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited
• Spend the day in the room itself to acclimatize
• Keep your body hydrated
• Overnight in Leh
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Stay in Hotel

Day 2: Acclimatization day

Stop At: Ladakh Vacation, First Floor, D Manzil Zangsti, Behind SBI Bank, Main Bazar, Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Rest + Acclimatization day
• Overnight in Leh
Duration: 1 day

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Stay in outdoor camps

Day 3: Medical check-up day

Stop At: Ladakh Vacation, First Floor, D Manzil Zangsti, Behind SBI Bank, Main Bazar, Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Medical checkup at Leh SNM Hospital
• Overnight in Leh
Duration: 1 day

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Stay in outdoor camps

Day 4: Leh to Shingra koma via Chilling & Tilad do and Trek to Gyalpo

Pass By: Chadar trek - Trekking In Ladakh - Frozen River Trekking In Ladakh, Chadar Trek, Tukcha, Fort Rd, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Drive 65 km, 3-4 hrs
• Trek 06 KM, 3-4 hrs
• Today you will learn how to walk on Chadar and use Gum Boots
• Gumboots are mandatory
• Make sure you fill your thermos with warm water before you leave
• Carry two thermos flask of 1 litre each
• Stay in tent
• Drive through Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus

Note :-Walking in gumboots will take a while, so be prepared for some slips and falls! It’s advisable to carry a small backpack which will protect your back at the time of falls.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in Camps

Day 5: Gyalpo to Tibb Cave

Pass By: Chadar trek - Trekking In Ladakh - Frozen River Trekking In Ladakh, Chadar Trek, Tukcha, Fort Rd, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Trek 12 km/6-7 hrs
• Hot Lunch
• Make sure to fill your thermos with warm water before you leave
• You will only get sunshine around 9-10 am
• Stay in tent

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in camps

Day 6: Tibb Cave to Nerak

Pass By: Chadar trek - Trekking In Ladakh - Frozen River Trekking In Ladakh, Chadar Trek, Tukcha, Fort Rd, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Trek 13 km/6-7 hrs
• Hot Lunch
• Make sure to fill your thermos with warm water before you leave • Nerak is the first village of Zanskar region
• If we reach on time at Nerak camp, accordingly we can go to visit Nerak village
• Attraction-Frozen waterfall
• Stay in tent

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in Camps

Day 7: Nerak – Tibb Cave

Pass By: Chadar trek - Trekking In Ladakh - Frozen River Trekking In Ladakh, Chadar Trek, Tukcha, Fort Rd, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Trek 13 km/6-7 hrs
• Hot Lunch
• Make sure to fill your thermos with warm water.
• Stay in tent

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in Camps

Day 8: Tibb Cave to Shingra Yokma via Gyalpo, Drive back to Leh

Stop At: Ladakh Vacation, First Floor, D Manzil Zangsti, Behind SBI Bank, Main Bazar, Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Trek 17 km/7-9 hours
• Hot Lunch
• Make sure to fill your thermos with warm water.
• Drive 65 km/3-4 hrs
• Reach Leh by 6:30 pm
• De-briefing and certificate distribution just before Overnight in Leh
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in Hotel

Day 9: Fly to your desired destination

Pass By: Ladakh Vacation, First Floor, D Manzil Zangsti, Behind SBI Bank, Main Bazar, Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101
• Checkout by 10.00 am

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Read more Show less

Included

5x Breakfast
5x Dinner
5x Lunch
Accommodation included: 8 nights
Camp stay and Vegetarian Meals while on trek- Breakfast on day 4 to celebratory dinner on day 8
We focus on your safety, basic comforts while camping.
Sleeping Bag-One with a temperature range of -15 to -20 and another of -10.
Good Quality Sleeping Tents so the cold doesn’t bite.
Thick Camping Mattresses to provide good insulation from cold ground.
Kitchen Tents with proper dining arrangements
Toilet Tents pitched at the campsite.
First aid kits, Oxy Meter (our guides are certified in handling first aid situations)
Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
Transport from Leh to Road head (on Day4) and return (on Day8)
Porters for carrying common equipment (like rations/tents/utensils/groceries)
Facility of keeping extra luggage at Leh.
Handpicked Supporting Staff to ensure high safety, accurate information and personal attention.
Because the trek takes place at high altitude, an oxygen cylinder will be carried throughout trek.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bottled water

Not included

Any Meals & Transportation when in Leh
Personal trekking equipment – like Gum Boots, trekking poles
Personal insurance or cost of emergency evacuation
As per J&K Government and ALTOA norms, mentioned below FEE will be applicable to all the Trekkers, This Fee may vary: Wildlife tax, Environment Tax, Forest Permits and camping charges of INR 2000/-. ALTOA Fee, including SNM Medical Check up assistance, Trek insurance Fee, ALTOA NoC etc of INR 3000/
Porter to carry personal luggage.
Anything not specifically mentioned under the head price Includes.
Airfare
Cost of transport, meals and stay if in case you leave the trek in between and return to Leh before the schedule arrival on Day 8
Pickup and drop from airport
Purchases of personal natures (like mineral water bottles/bottled or canned beverages/chocolates/dry fruits etc)
Room Heaters at Guest House in Leh on Day 1 (We suggest not to use the room heaters as the same dehydrate the body and your body won’t get acclimatize to gear up for the Chadar trek)
GST @ 5%
Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in flight and train schedule; cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
You will be landing at the Leh airport which is one of the most picturesque airports that you would come across. Just before the touchdown time, you'll be greeted with the entire range of snow-capped peaks that will surely get you wonderstruck. It's important to keep your warmies handy as you'll fell the sudden drop in temperature as soon as you arrive at the Leh airport.
A jacket, woolen gloves and a woolen cap is a necessity. After reaching the guesthouse you will be given enough time to relax and acclimatize to the conditions. It is also important to keep your body hydrated by increasing the intake of fluids that will help to maintain your body temperature.
Keeping in mind the health problems that trekkers are facing (AMS), as per the new regulations applied, anyone doing the Chadar Trek should be atleast spending three days in Leh to get your body fully acclimatize to the weather conditions. It is irrevocable and it is important that it is strictly followed by every trekker. You can spend the day by shopping at the Leh Market.
It is very important that you get used to the cold temperature in Leh because the temperature will only tend to fall as you start walking on the frozen Zanskar. From the end of January to mid-February, the temperature can be anything between -10 to -15 degrees during the day. It is advisable that you avoid visiting places which are at a higher altitude. Crosscheck you essentials before going to bed.
As per the J&K Government guidelines, on Day 3 All the Trekkers must get a Medical Check up done at Sonam Norbhu Memorial Hospital. After clearance of Medical Officer only, Wildlife permits, Insurance and other necessary documents will be issued to Trekkers
Before starting the trek today if you feel like opting out from the trek then you have a easy escape to “Flavor of Winter Ladakh" (only first 5 people and opt out)
Walking with you gumboots on will definitely be a challenge in the initial stage. Understanding the ice patterns will take time, slowly but steadily you will know which surface is fragile and which is trustworthy. There are multiple number of ice surfaces that you would come across while walking on the mighty Zanskar and as you start walking you will know more about it.
Planting your foot will be important in most of the cases, you can check for the ice for its steadiness with your walking stick before stepping on it wholeheartedly. A small and light backpack will help as you will able to manage your body weight in an effective mannerYou will head toward the first campsite of the Trek, Gyalpo.
Chadar is one such trek where you are not gaining altitude in quick successions. Slowly but gradually from Gyalpo to Tibb Cave (6-7 hours), you will be gaining an altitude of 300ft. After spending a cold night in the tent at Gyalpo get done with your breakfast that will re-energize your senses in the morning.
The much needed hot cup of tea will be special in such frosty conditions. As you start heading to the next campsite which is Tibb Cave, this trek route has some of the most eye-catching frozen waterfalls that you'll see. Waterfalls that stand frozen in time. The source of some of these frozen waterfalls is still unknown and there are a lot of myths amongst the villagers.
The mighty Zanskar will be flowing all along with you on the trail and the emerald green water will have a smoothing effect. You will be served lunch midway to Tibb cave. After walking for a couple of hours you'll come across different rock patterns along the way which look artistic when the sun rays fall on them making their way from behind the clouds. You will be camping near the Tibb cave which is surrounded by dry sand.
Porter to carry the personal luggage (max 10 Kg) : INR 4500
Porter to carry the personal luggage & to be your personal companion throughout the trek: INR 8500.
Own a Brand New a Sleeping Bag of temperature Range -10: INR 2500
Personal Oxygen Can of 500 ml (6 L oxygen):INR 650 per piece
Experience of trekking or good fitness level.
The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 45 minutes without a stress.
The climber should be able to carry a 10 kg backpack.
Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have the conditions mentioned above
How to Reach
By Air:
Flying over miles and miles of heavily snowed mountains will tell you just why it’s impossible to reach Ladakh by road in the winters. Jet Airways, Air India and Go Air provide daily (once every day) flight service between New Delhi and Leh. However if you plan a trip to this area of the country, you must try to book your tickets well in advance.
This might even cut down the prices which may be levied on booking at the last time. You would enjoy the flight as you would fly over many untouched areas and even some mountain ranges. The aerial view is just fascinating and gives a great start to your tour.
Trek Essentials:
Basics Gear:
Backpack & rain cover- (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps
Daypack + rain cover- 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter)
Walking stick- Advisable (At least one)
Head torch- 1 Nos. (Hand torch would be an alternative)
Water bottle/Hydration pack- 2 bottles of one litre each (People who use hydration pack) (1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one litre)
Snacks- Energy bars, dry fruits, electoral/ors
Personal Medical Kit- Consult your doctor
Be comfy at the trek
Trek pants- 2 Synthetic (avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris)
T-shirts- 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton)
Fleece T-shirts- 1 Nos
Fleece jacket- 1 Nos. (Alternative: a woollen sweater)
Down feather jacket- 1 Nos.
Wind & waterproof jacket & pant 1 Pair
Thermal inners-1 Pair
Poncho-1 Nos
Personal Utilities
Sunscreen cream
Hand sanitizer
Moisturiser
Antibacterial powder
Lip balm
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet Paper & wipes
Quick dry towel
Think about your head
Sun cap- 1 Nos. (One that covers the neck as well)
Woolen cap-1 Nos.
Balaclava-1 Nos.
Neck-gaiters- 1 Nos.
Sunglasses (Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected.)
People who wear spectacles-
Use contact lenses. (Not for Chadar trek)
Photo chromatic glasses.
Mind your step
Trekking shoes -1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle with good grip)
Floaters/flip-flops (1 Pair (Optional))
Cotton socks- 4 pairs
Woollen socks- 2 pairs
Gumboots-Compulsory for this trek
Person who fails in the medical test will not be allowed to go for the trek
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers