Markha Valley Trek – Ladakh Tour 2025

Markha Valley Trek

• The Markha River is a river in Ladakh, India. It is a tributary of the Zanskar River and starts at the junction of the Langtang Chu and Nimaling Chu. Villages along the river valley include Skiu Markha, Umlung and Hangkar. The Markha River lies within the Hemis National Park.
• The Markha Valley is one of the most popular trekking routes in Ladakh, accessible from Ganda Lapass near Spituk in the west, which is usually the beginning point of the trek, and Gongmaru La pass near Hemis, where the trek usually ends. Villages on the route of Markha valley trek are Rumbak, Shingo, Skyu, Sara, Markha and Hankar.
• Towards the head of the valleyyou can find the Kang Yatze, a 6,400-metre-high (21,000 ft) mountain. The Markha River also passes to the south of the Stok range which includes the 6,153-metre-high (20,187 ft) Stok Kangri
• Nomadic families herd their yaks in this valley. Many small monasteries exist, of which Techa gompais the most important Buddhist monastery in the Markha valley.

Tour Duration: 11 Days 10 Nights

📅 Tour Dates: 01 – 11 Aug 2025

💰 Tour Cost: SGD1880/Pax (sharing basis)

• Special Promotion sign up in Groups of 2pax: get SGD180/Pax discount (Valid till 31 Dec 2024)
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• Group Size: 06-12Pax

*Deposit $500/Pax for trip booking, balance to be paid by 4months before the trip.

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Join us on this exhilarating journey and forge memories that will endure a lifetime.  

ITINERARY

Day 1: Leh arrive and transfer to hotel

On arrival in Leh, our representative will meet, greet, assist and transfer you to Hotel in Leh. The rest of the day was free to acclimatize to the high altitude of Ladakh. In the evening take a walk to the local bazaar in Leh.

Day 2: Drive Leh – Alchi monastery – Lamayuru – Leh (125 km)

Early morning drive to Lamayuru. Lamayuru is famous for its ancient monastery and the surrounding landscape, which closely resembles the surface of moon. This is where Ladakh gets its name ‘The Moon land’, visit the monastery hike trek for 3 hrs to wanla village via Prinkti La 3800 m.

• Confluence Of The Zanskar & Indus: On way to Sham Valley before Nimu village one can have this magnificent view of two rivers in wed-lock! In seasons they have different colours and flow and wildness.
• Magentic Hill: Defying the Law of gravity. This place is close to the Gurdwara Shri Patthar Sahib. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up-hill that’s the Believe it or not of Ladakh!
• Alchi Monastery: Alchi Monastery or Alchi Gompa is a Buddhist monastery, known more as a monastic complex (chos-‘khor) of temples in Alchi village. Traditionally, the creation of the Alchi complex is attributed to the famous scholar-translator Rinchen Zangpo (958–1055) in the 10th century
• Lamayuru Monastery: The Drikung history states that the Indian scholar Naropa (956-1041 CE) allegedly caused a lake which filled the valley to dry up and founded Lamayuru Monastery, the oldest surviving building at Lamayuru is a temple called Seng-ge-sgang, at the southern end of the Lamayuru rock, which is attributed to the famous builder-monk Rinchen Zangpo (958-1055 CE). Rinchen Zangpo was charged by the king of Ladakh to build 108 gompas, and certainly many gompas in Ladakh, Spiti Valley and the surrounding regions.

Day 3: Drive to Chilling and trek to Skiu (3.400m) 8 hrs

Today we start in Chilling. The bridge to cross the river is broken by the recent flood and hence you get to cross the river in an interesting rope trolley. All your trek stuffs and equipment will be transfered in the similar fashion. Once you cross the river, the horses are loaded and then we are set to start our trek to Markha Valley. Today, we camp at Skiu – A three hour easy trek on mostly flat trail with occasional short ascends and descend.The trek route is very interesting and the landscape is very fascinating and unique. Sudden appearance of few green patches on the otherwise barren, creamy mountain adds a unique contrast to the scenery. Sightings of few wild animals and locals enhances the day. Our campsite is defined and we after some 3- 4 hours, we reach our campsite.

Day 4: Trek Skiu to Markha (3.700m) 7 hrs

Waking up to a wonderful morning in Skiu, today we trek to the village of Markha. An easy trek with almost a flat walks on most part of the trail, with occasional short ascents and descends like yesterday’s.The views throughout are breathtaking. Watch out for the different and unique rockscapes and structures of the mountains formed by wind and water erosion. With our previous experiences, we tried to tickle our imagination with the illusions created by these unique structures and strongly supported our conclusions of what they looked like –  ‘trunks of elephant’, ‘doorway to a very old tomb’, ‘dinosaurs’, etc. Its an interesting game to play which keeps us engaged with the mountains continuously and it goes unrealized when we reach our campsite.Markha is a very beautiful campsite. The campsite is designated on a flat meadow with the a stream flowing by. Do take time out in the evening to visit an old monastery nearby.

Day 5: Trek Markha to Thachungtse (4.150m) 8 hrs

The trek to Thochungtse goes via Hankar from Markha. It is a beautiful trek and takes about 4 – 5 hours. The route to Hankar is mostly flat with occasional ups and downs. Soon, we get a glimpse of Kang Yatse which fills us with excitement. After about 3 hours of  trek we reach the beautiful village of Hankar with few houses, lots of greens and the massif of Kang Yatse looks over it. It’s a perfect picturesque setting. It’s a good idea to spend some time here and have our lunch here.After leaving Hankar behind, the terrain changes immediately with no mentionable greens to be seen further. The route is jaw-dropping with unique structures of the mountains and the rocks. Here it’s very easy to spot blue sheep and ibex, snow leopards too! A walk of some 2 – 3 hours brings us to a small grassy plains which is the designated campsite of Thochungtse.

Day 6: Trek Thachungtse to Nimaling  (4.720 m) 6-7 hrs

Starting the trek from Thochungtse to Nimaling , we climb a mountain hump straight ahead of us. At that altitude, it does take some time, but once done, enjoy up-close views of Kang Yatse. A huge massif, overwhelming us with its presence. Also, the very thought that we will be approaching the to the base of it further adds to our spirit.

Day 7: Trek to Shang Sumdo & drive to Leh  ( 7 Hrs)

From Nimaling, we start climbing the switch back to the top of Kongmaru La (Gongmaru La) – 5.130m, a high pass with wonderful views all round. Climbing through multiple switch backs takes us to the summit of Kongmaru La in an hour or a little more, marked with lots of prayer flags furling with the wind. Spend some good time here to relish the views all round. After crossing the pass, it’s a steep descend down the beautiful Markha gorge. The views and the trail passes down following the narrow Markha gorge and is unbelievable unless you trek it . A little ahead from there is Chuskirmo with chortens and a small shop. We walk a little further down and get get into vehicles to drive to Leh.

Day 8: Leh – Nubra Via Khardungla Pass.

Early morning proceed to Nubra Valley via the World Highest Motorable road (5602 Mts) Khardungla pass. Arrive Nubra and proceed for a visit to the White Sand Dunes at Hunder. You can enjoy the camel ride (On Own). Later if time permits visit Hunder and Diskit monasteries and check in at Deluxe Camp. Evening at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

Khardungla Pass: The road journey to Nubra valley leads through Khardung La pass (The highest Motorable road in the world) 18,390 ft. around 39 Kms. Away from Leh. There are two checkpoints on the both sides of the pass. Khardong is the first village of Nubra valley at higher altitude than Deskit and other villages.

Deskit Village: Deskit is the main village of headquarter of Nubra valley, which has a small market consisting of a row of shops and about 500 years old Gompa on the hilltop. Spectacular view of the valley can be seen form the monastery.

Deskit Gompa: Deskit Gompa was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD during the reign of King Dragspa. About 100 monks are residing in the Gompa, which is a branch of Thikse Monastery. The monastic festival called Gustor takes place on 20^th and 21^st days of the 12^th month of Tibetan calendar.

Hundar Village: Hundar is a beautiful village to stay with lot of trees and you will really enjoy your stay at Hundar. It has a small monastery and ruined fort above the village. The walk or Camel Safari (Double Hump bacterian camels) from Hundar to Deskit, through sand dunes for two hours is wonderful (on own).

Day 9: Nubra – Pangong Lake via Shayok route

Morning after Breakfast proceed for Pangong LAKE, once again driving a beautiful landscape via Shayok route to Tangste and Durbuk village on the way, explore the Lake.

Day 10: Pangong Lake – Leh via Changla pass

After breakfast, travel back to Leh. En route take a short halt at Changla Pass to enjoy a cup of hot steaming tea, after check in hotel and rest for while & Leh market in the evening.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11:  Airport drop

Group pickup and drop to airport. End of the adventurous expeditions.

• *Tour is subjective to weather conditions on the day and will be modified accordingly.
• *This tour is directly handled by our local adventure partner.
• *Accommodations are on sharing basis and single supplement applicable.

TOUR INCLUDES:

1. Accommodation during the trek and in Leh

• 04   Nights stay in High altitude trekking tents – Alpine tent
• 04   Nights stay in Leh with breakfast only – Deluxe hotel
• 01 Night stay in Nubra valley – Deluxe swiz tent with attached bathroom
• 01 Night stay in Pangong Lake – Deluxe wooden cottage with attached bathroom

2. All meals during the trek
3. Transportation by NAC Tempo Traveller or Mazda bus / departure transfers,  pick up / drop to and from the trek starting / end point.
4. English speaking, knowledgeable and well-mannered trekking Guide during trek.
5. All Trekking arrangement as following

• All equipment of community-use nature and nature friendly including high altitude 2 person client tents
• Dining tents
• Kitchen Tents
• Sleeping bags
• Toilet tents,
• Staff tent,
• Mattresses
• Camping charges
• Kitchen equipment like cooking utensils, camp crockery, tableware, lamps, bowls and cloth linens.
• Trek support team including cook& helper, with enough porters to carry the provisions and during  trekking.
• Separate vehicle to carry the trekking equipment and support team to / from trek starting / ending point
• Oxygen cylinder
• Oxy meter + medical box
• 01 ice axe
• 01 rope

TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Airfares / Visa / Travel Insurance
• Clothing of a personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing’s etc.
• Medical expenses (apart from first aid) and insurance of any kind.
• Tips, laundry, liquors, wines, mineral water, telephone charges and items of personal nature.
• Transportation is not on disposal basis. It is strictly as per the program, any extra running will be charges extra.
• All the arrangements for trekking as replanned and prepaid. In the event of not completion of the trek due to any reason whatsoever there will not be any refund for any unutilized services. Any extra expense due to the same must be paid extra.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities like water flown up and due to heavy snow or any emergency evacuation expenses.
• Any other item not mentioned in the cost includes section.

All the arrangements for the tour are pre-planned and prepaid. In case of not completion of the tour due to any reason whatsoever there will not be any refund for any unutilized services. Any extra expense due any alteration has to be paid extra.

Adventure sports activities in Nubra valley:

• Zipline/
• ATV Ride/
• Double Hump Camel’s Safari
• World’s Highest Go-Kart. 

Please note the following items to bring on our own :

HIKING GEAR

• Daypack

Optional:

• Trekking poles

CLOTHING/FOOTWEAR

• underwear
• T-shirts
• Quick-drying pants/shorts
• Long-sleeve shirts (for sun
  and bugs)
• Lightweight fleece or jacket
• Boots or shoes suited
  to terrain
• Socks (synthetic or wool)
• Extra clothes * (beyond the
  minimum expectation)

Additional items for rainy and/
or cold weather:

• Rainwear (jacket and pants)
• Long underwear
• Warm, insulated jacket or vest
• Fleece pants
• Gloves or mittens
• Warm hat

Optional:

• Bandana or Buff
• Gaiters (for rainy, snowy, or
  muddy conditions)

FOOD & WATER

• Water bottles and/or reservoir *
• Trail snacks

EMERGENCY ITEMS

• First-aid kit or supplies *
• Lighter/matches & fire starter *
• Emergency shelter *
• Whistle
• Headlamp or flashlight * (with
  extra batteries)
• Camera

HEALTH & HYGIENE

• Hand sanitizer
• Menstrual products (if needed)
• Prescription medications
  (if needed)
• First-aid kit or supplies
• Sun protection:
• Sunscreen *
• Sunglasses * (+ retainer leash)
• Sun hat *
• SPF-rated lip balm *

Optional

• Insect repellent *
• Toilet paper
• Urinary products
• Sanitation trowel (if no toilets)
• Baby wipes
• Alcohol or antiseptic wipes
• Blister treatments.

Note: All the arrangements for the tour are pre-planned and prepaid. In case of not completion of the tour due to any reason whatsoever there will not be any refund for any unutilized services. Any extra expense due any alteration has to be paid extra.

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