Highlights of the Trek
- Cross 4 high passes: Kanji La, Pikdong La, Hanuma La & Purfi La
- Explore ancient villages: Lingshed’s monastery, Hanumil’s riverside charm, Zangla’s palace ruins
- Wild Himalayan scenery: Moon-like valleys, glacier streams, and snow leopard tracks (if lucky!)
- Cultural immersion: Sip butter tea with locals, witness traditional farming
Best Time to Visit
- Ideal Months: July–September
- Weather: Warm days (10–20°C), cool nights
- Avoid: October (early snow) & June (meltwater floods)
Difficulty Level
- Challenging (5–9 hours hiking daily)
- Best for: Fit trekkers with prior high-altitude experience
How to Extend Your Adventure
Pair this trek with other Ladakh classics:
- Markha Valley Trek (moderate)
- Chadar Frozen River Trek (winter-only)
Permit Tip: Check the official Ladakh Inner Line Permit website for updates.
Why This Trek Kanji Padum Trek?
isn’t just a hike—it’s a journey into the hidden Himalayas. Experience:
- Prayer flags dancing in the wind
- Villagers’ warm smiles
- Starry nights in untouched wilderness
Ready for the adventure? Book your trek today or contact us for expert guidance!
Trek Itinerary
Leh to Kanji (3,800m) – 5hr drive through Indus Valley, passing magnetic hill and confluence at Nimmu, with gradual ascent to Kanji village for first-night acclimatization amid stark Himalayan landscapes.
Kanji to Base Kanji La (4,500m) – 4hr trek along moraines and scree slopes, camping below the pass with twilight views of snow-capped ridges.
Cross Kanji La (5,250m) to Rusgog Dho (4,400m) – 8hr challenge: steep ascent over loose rocks, panoramic Zanskar vistas, then long descent to grassy campsite by a glacial stream.
Rusgog Dho to Pikdong La Base (4,350m) – 5hr hike through wide valleys dotted with marmot burrows, preparing for tomorrow’s pass beneath towering rock walls.
Pikdong La to Dibling (4,100m) – 6hr traverse: climb switchbacks to the wind-swept pass, then descend into Dibling’s meadows where wildflowers bloom in summer.
Dibling to Lingshed Sumdo (3,900m) – 5hr walk along the Tsarap River, entering Zanskar’s cultural zone with first glimpses of Lingshed’s terraced fields.
Lingshed Sumdo to Lingshed Village – 6hr climb past chortens and mani walls to the 11th-century monastery, where monks welcome trekkers with butter tea.
Lingshed to Snertse via Hanuma La – 7hr grind up barren slopes to the pass, then zigzag down to Snertse’s campsite under jagged peaks.
Snertse to Hanumil via Purfi La – 5hr journey: cross the pass early, then follow the Zanskar River to Hanumil’s whitewashed houses and poplar groves.
Hanumil to Zangla – 5hr riverside walk to Zangla’s crumbling palace, once home to Zanskar’s kings, with optional visit to nearby nunnery.
Zangla to Leh – 8hr drive via photogenic Kargil Road, stopping at Lamayuru Monastery before descending back to Leh’s bustling streets.
Trek Inclusions
- Stays: High-quality alpine tents, mats, and Leh hotel stay.
- Food: All meals on trek—fresh, hot, and very tasty.
- Staff: Expert guide, professional cook, and helpful helpers.
- Ponies: Strong horses/mules for all bags and camp gear.
- Permit: All Zanskar wildlife and trekking permits sorted.
- Safety: Oxygen cylinder and first-aid kits always ready.
Trek Exclusions
- Flights: Tickets to Leh and travel insurance not included.
- Gear: Personal boots, jackets, and sleeping bags are yours.
- Tips: Small gift for our hard-working trek staff and drivers.
- Drinks: Cold drinks, bottled water, or alcohol you buy.
- Emergency: Any cost for rescue or extra stay from weather.
- Others: Anything not in the "Inclusions" list above.
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