Kang-Yatse II (6250m) Expedition
The Kang Yatse II Expedition is an amazing journey that combines hiking and climbing, taking you to the top of one of Ladakh’s tallest peaks at 6250m. This climb is tough but rewarding, giving you stunning views of the Zanskar, Karakoram and Himalaya ranges. Guided climbs to Kang Yatse in Ladakh help you experience the wild beauty of the region while keeping you safe and prepared. Whether you’re new to mountaineering or already love trekking, this trip is a great way to take on high-altitude climbing.
Why Go on the Kang Yatse II Expedition?
The package offers more than just a physical challenge. It’s also a chance to explore Ladakh’s beautiful landscapes. You’ll pass through the famous Markha Valley and Nimaling Plateau, seeing remote villages, old monasteries, and green fields. Reaching the summit is a big achievement that tests your endurance and willpower. The Kang Yatse II climb difficulty and altitude make this trek exciting for people who enjoy both hiking and light mountaineering.
Best Time
The best time for the Kang Yatse II expedition is between June and September. This is when the weather is steady, and the skies are clear for climbing.
- June – July: Fewer people on the trail, but still great for climbing.
- August – September: Best time to climb with good weather and clear paths.
How Hard is the Kang Yatse II Climb?
The Kang Yatse II climb difficulty and altitude make it a moderate to hard challenge. You’ll cross snowy areas, glaciers and steep paths. The climb reaches 6250m, so you’ll need to know how to use crampons and ice axes. This trip is perfect for trekkers who want to try mountaineering.
Trip Itinerary
Upon arrival at the Leh Airport, our driver will guide you to your Hotel . O/n in the Leh City. Today. you can completely rest in a Leh . Overnight stay in leh city.
You need to Rest and acclimation in Hotel, Later on our Group Leader or Professional Mountain Guide who assist you in the ex-pedition will give you a briefing regarding the expedition and itinerary plan and trip and If you feel okay today we recom-mended you will go for Rock Climbing for 02 - 03 Hours with your Mountain Guide before going to summit in Mt. Kang Yatse II at 6200m or else you can visit to nearby famous places like Shanti-Stupa, Leh Palace, Tsemo Gompa. By evening you'll go the leh Market if you need to buy anything for the expedition, You 'll find in the Market. Back to the Hotel. Overnight in Leh.
Early morning breakfast we will drive towards the Trek point to-wards Sara Village via Zanskar River alongside of the Road. Make sure you are ready for this expedition. We will drive towards the Sara Village from Leh City which 3 Hours Drive, After you reached at the Sara Bridge Point, then we hike towards the Sara Village Which is 5km Hiking and Reached at Camp we are gonna fixing our Camp at camping Point where you feel the Mountain and Spirit of Expedition. By Afternoon or Lunch You'll Roaming around the village for the while and find out the Culture and Lifestyle of the Village. Being a Climber always remember respect the Mountain. Comeback to Camp-site and Have some snack. Overnight in the Sara Village Campsite.
Early Morning wake up and fresh yourself. And later on enjoy the First Breakfast in the camp-site to enjoy the view of the Great Himalayas of Mountain. Please Remember you are in Expedition and Just make yourself more Discipline, And listen the Mountain Guide Words and Follow him. Back to the Plan : Today Trek is quite challenging if you are heavy Junk food eater believe me this Hiking Burn your all calories. From Sara to Umlung Village trek that is almost 14km hiking in-between you'll find the beauti-ful landscape of the Mountain and Scenery. By the afternoon You'll reached at the camp or have snack in the campsite at Umlung Village. Overnight in the Umlung Village.
Same Routine to follow up, Wakeup-Fresh yourself- Eat-Hike. So today we will hike for almost 9km from Umlung Village to Thun-chungtse Campsite. You'll find the beautiful landscape and Cross the Umlung Village and Hankar Village. Reached at Camp-site, have some snack or food. Overnight in the Thuchungtse Campsite.
The view of both Kang-Yatse is wonderful from here and the val-ley itself is beautiful with a variety of flora. On the Way You'll find many Buddhist Mani Wall and You see the Beautiful Lake which we Called "Tsegu", Where in-Between the Pond there is "Guru-Rinpoche Statue". Reached at the Basecamp by afternoon and Our Member will setup the tent, It's might be Chill weather in Night time, So we recommended wear the Warm Clothes in the Basecamp. Overnight stay in Basecamp.
Today we will rest at the Basecamp, And Later on Our Profession-al Mountaineering Guide Briefing about the Mountaineering Basic Course at the Basecamp like Introduce of Crampon, Harness, Rope etc and also issued some of the Equipment to the Climber. We will also go for the height gain of 150m from the basecamp.
The final push, beginning at 2 am , will be both physically and mentally challenging. But once atop the summit (6200m), the surrounding awe-inspiring scenery of Tibet , and the Zanskar and mighty Karakoram ranges, all of our numbing pains melt away in a warm glow of success!
Early Morning wake up and back to Leh City via Kongmaru-La Pass which is another summit for you. This hike is 15km from the basecamp and You'll wakeup very early and start hiking. And Reached at Trekking end Point where our Vehicle Ready to get back to Leh City.
After the breakfast we will excursion towards the Leh Airport , So its time to departure. We hope you depart with happy and vivid memories of this enchanting, mysterious landscape and we look forward to welcoming you again in Ladakh . Why not share some of your photos and memories via our Facebook Page | Trip Advisor Review | Google Review
Trip Inclusions
- Comfortable Vehicle: For sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary
- Accommodation: At all locations on double (for couples & special requests) and triple sharing basis in standard hotels/camps in Leh
- Buffet Breakfast and Dinner: Starting with Dinner & ending with Breakfast as per itinerary
- Experienced Guide: Experienced and Certified Mountain Guide
- Supported Staff: Supported Staff Including Cook, Helper, Horsemen
- Inner Line Permits & Ladakh Union Fee: Assured
- Summit Certificate
- Oxygen Cylinder & First-Aid: During the tour
Trip Exclusions
- Airfare: Not included
- Lunch: Lunch in Leh
- Insurance: Please confirm with your insurer for coverage above 6000m.
- Monastery Fees: Not included
- Adventure Activities: Any kind of adventure activities are not included
- Tips: Tip for the Supported Team is not included
- Permit: Required for international climbers; fees range from $50 to $700 per person, depending on the peak.
- Travel Insurance: Not included
- Other Expenses: Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Mani C2025-01-29Verified Ice climbing It was a amazing experience, I was a beginner and rigzin helped me a lot to climb my first ever wall. They had all the gears and I always felt safe. Will do it again when I am in leh. Clement L2024-10-20Verified Incredible Experience in the Himalayas I had a truly unforgettable experience climbing all 6070m of UT Kangri with Rigzin, supported by his team from Mountain Intelligence. Rigzin provided incredible help in pushing me up the mountain despite the going getting tough for me, especially in the final 500m of elevation or so. My acclimitization was not the best (my fault) and so the altitude was a challenge. Nonetheless, Rigzin supported me every step of the way and helped when he was needed the most. On the descent, I accidentally fell into a river and suffered some cuts and abrasions. Rigzin and team went out the way to send me to a hospital and got me checked. It goes without saying that I could never have made it up and down safely without their help!I wish them all the best and definitely look forward to the next adventure with them! William Dickens D2024-09-08Verified An incredible time in the Himalayas We had an unforgettable experience touring Ladakh, all thanks to Rigzin and Mountain Intelligence. From the moment we first inquired, their team stood out for their quick, prompt responses and excellent value compared to other operators. Our entire trip was seamlessly planned, from airport pick-up to drop-off, with every detail in between—accommodation and the itinerary—carefully organized to suit our needs. Rigzin and his team made everything feel effortless, allowing us to fully enjoy the stunning landscapes and rich culture of Ladakh. We can’t recommend Mountain Intelligence highly enough for anyone looking to explore this beautiful region. Thank you Rigzin for an incredible trip! Alpine Trail2024-09-08Verified Amazing UT Kangri Expedition with an Excellent Team I just returned from an incredible UT Kangri expedition at 6070 meters with Mountain Intelligence Company and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The trip was perfectly organized, and everything went smoothly thanks to the fantastic team. Rigzin, our main guide was outstanding. He is a true expert in mountain climbing and made sure we were safe every step of the way. His experience and careful planning helped us reach the summit and get back to base camp without any issues.The whole organizing team did a great job with all the details from the gear we needed to the logistics. They made the whole process easy and stress-free.If you’re planning a high-altitude adventure, I strongly recommend Rigzin and his team. They made our climb an amazing experience and I’m grateful for their hard work and expertise. Thanks Rigzin and Mountain Intelligence for a fantastic adventure! 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We can only wonder how all the new roads and construction will transform this beautiful and still remote region. As for now, it preserves the beauty of nature in its most overwhelming and magnificent form. Peter2023-08-08Verified Good value for money Very good organisation.Rigzin the owner came to visit us in our guesthouse for all the explanation and to arrange the permit.We went out for 4 days.Beautiful views, authentic homestays.Our guide Urgyan was great, received a lot of explanation and an expert in his field.Will definitely come back.Because our daughter had to stop the trek due to altitude sickness, they adjusted the price afterwards, very fair. Dreamer497832538212023-06-30Verified Unforgettable stay in Ladakh We spent 10 days in Ladakh and it was really great. The visits were well organized. The monasteries and landscapes are magnificent. 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