Kang-Yatse II (6250m) Expedition
Overview
On the perfect journey for gradual acclimatization as you ascend toward Kangyatse 2 in Markha Valley. The trek seamlessly aligns with the Markha Valley approach, guiding you through charming hamlets like Skui, Markha, Nimling, and Hankar. Each step unveils a captivating panorama of small homes nestled beneath towering mountains.
Traverse diverse landscapes, from arid terrains to vibrant grazing lands, encountering the dynamic Markha River along the way. The trek unfolds breathtaking scenery, with mystic Mani stones and rejuvenating TSigu lakes. Progressing, the KangYatse 2 peak gradually emerges from Umlung, serving as a motivating backdrop for the journey ahead.
Summit day offers a mix of challenge and reward, navigating moraines and loose rocks. Snow-covered crevasses require roping up for safety. At the summit, behold the awe-inspiring panorama of the Karakoram and Zanskar ranges, with potential views of the famous Stok Kangri and K2 peak.
Kang-Yatse is the optimal choice for those yearning to conquer a 6000-meter peak in a less crowded setting than Stok Kangri. However, this trek is exclusively recommended for experienced trekkers seeking both challenge and tranquility in the heart of the Himalayas.
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 Include
- Airport Drop & Pick-up
- Welcome Tea
- Double Sharing Basis
- Accommodation in Day 01, 02 and Day 9 in Leh at Hotel or Guest House
- Breakfast and Dinner in Leh
- Experienced and Certified Mountain Guide from Day 03 till Day 9
- Supported Staff Including Helper from Day 03 till Day 9
- Horse and Horsemen
- Camping and Gears during expedition
- 06 x Night Camping
- Summit Certification
- IMF Permit ( Only for Domestic Climber)
Trip Exclude
- Airfare cost
- Any kind of Extra Meals/ Drinks ordered
- Tips for the Supported Staff
- Lunch in Leh
- Extra Buffet Days during Expedition.
- Insurance ( Please Note : We strongly recommended please check with your insurance company to cover your insurance above 6000m)
- $70 Imf Permit (Â applicable for international Climber, Price based on Per Person)
- Monastery Fees
- Entry Token and other adventure activities like Rafting and all.
- Any Kind of Adventure Activity