Places to Visit: Leh - Shingra Koma - Tsomo Paldar - Tibb Cave - Nerak - Shingra Koma .

The Chadar Trek is a remarkable winter adventure in Ladakh, where trekkers traverse the frozen Zanskar River, navigating through a surreal landscape of ice sheets, towering cliffs, and frozen waterfalls. This trek, spanning 8 days, begins in Leh and requires careful acclimatization and preparation to endure the harsh winter conditions. Highlights include the breathtaking Nerak waterfall, frozen solid in winter, and interactions with the resilient Zanskari people. Known for its unique and challenging terrain, the Chadar Trek offers an unforgettable experience in one of the most isolated and stunning regions of the world, making it a bucket-list journey for avid adventurers.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Reporting Day in Leh

• Altitude: Leh 3,500m/11,450 ft
• Activities: Arrive in Leh and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day resting to begin acclimatizing to the high altitude.
• Tip: Keep your woolen cap and gloves handy at the airport as temperatures can be quite cold.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

Day 2: Acclimatization Day in Leh

• Activities: A day dedicated to acclimatization. Engage in light activities and short walks around Leh to help your body adjust to the altitude. Optional visits to local attractions such as Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, and local markets.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

Day 3: Medical Test Day

• Activities: Wake up early and prepare for mandatory medical tests to ensure you are fit to undertake the trek. Spend the rest of the day finalizing preparations and resting.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

Day 4: Leh to Shingra Koma Drive and Trek to Tsomo Paldar

• Altitude: Tsomo Paldar 3,200m/10,500 ft
• Drive: 75 km, 3-4 hours from Leh to Shingra Koma
• Trek: 3 km, 2 hours from Shingra Koma to Tsomo Paldar
• Activities: Start with a scenic drive from Leh to Shingra Koma. Upon arrival, begin the trek on the frozen Zanskar River to Tsomo Paldar.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay in tents at Tsomo Paldar.

Day 5: Tsomo Paldar to Tibb Cave

• Altitude: 3,350m/10,950 ft
• Trek: 14 km, 6-7 hours
• Activities: Trek along the Chadar (frozen river) to Tibb Cave. The trek offers stunning views of frozen waterfalls and sheer cliffs.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay in tents at Tibb Cave.

Day 6: Tibb Cave to Nerak

• Altitude: 3,400m/11,100 ft
• Trek: 13 km, 6-7 hours
• Activities: Continue trekking to Nerak. One of the highlights is the iconic Nerak waterfall, frozen solid in winter. Explore Nerak village and interact with the locals.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay in tents at Nerak.

Day 7: Nerak to Tibb Cave

• Altitude: From 3,400m/11,100 ft to 3,350m/10,950 ft
• Trek: 13 km, 5-6 hours
• Activities: Retrace your steps back to Tibb Cave, enjoying different perspectives of the stunning frozen river landscape.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay in tents at Tibb Cave.

Day 8: Tibb Cave to Shingra Koma and Drive to Leh

• Trek: 17 km, 5-6 hours from Tibb Cave to Shingra Koma
• Drive: 70 km, 3-4 hours from Shingra Koma to Leh
• Activities: Trek back to Shingra Koma and then drive back to Leh. Relax and unwind after the challenging trek.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

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