Fly from Delhi to Leh (3,500m / 11,483ft), the capital of Ladakh
- The local team will meet you at the airport
- Transfer to a pre-booked accommodation in Leh.
- Spend the rest of your day at the hotel and acclimatise to the high altitude.
- Overnight in Leh.
Drive to Shey palace, Short walk to Thiksey monastery
- Visit the Shey Palace, a former royal palace of the Ladakh kings and witness the 350-year-old copper and gold statue of Buddha.
- Walk on fields (approx 2 hours) on a good level trail to Thiksey monastery perched on top of a hill.
- Explore the temples( one of the temples there is a 15-metre high statue of the Future Buddha), courtyards of the monastery and meet the red-robed monks who live in the monastery.
- Overnight in Leh.
Drive to Gyamsa, Gyamsa to Shanti Stupa hike:
- Visit the remotest part of the Leh town, Gyamsa
- Trek through the pasture land of Gyamsa
- Trek will help you to bring the pace of walking for a longer duration along with acclimatisation
- Walk up to the Shanti Stupa, built by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu
Drive to Rumtse (2-3 hrs) (4240m), trek to Rumtse Phu (2-3 hrs) (4750m):
- Start in the morning for Rumtse Phu, which is driven by the banks of the Kyamar river.
- Cross some of the ancient monasteries like Thiksey and Stakna which is built aside of the Indus river
- Enjoy the less-explored pastureland of Rumtse Phu.
- Get the chance to meet some of the wild animals like Yak and Shepherds who takes their animals for grazing.
- Enjoy the trek to Rumtse Phu with a mesmerising landscape view throughout the trek.
- Overnight stay at camp in Rumtse Phu
Rumtse Phu to Base camp (5300m):
- Trek to base camp which is an ascent trek
- Enjoy the views of unclimbed peaks and green pastureland
- Post Lunch, practise types of rope knots, rope packing and warm-ups
- Base camp acclimatisation walk in the evening
- Overnight stay at camp in Base camp
Introduction to mountaineering types of equipment and practice:
- You will be introduced to mountaineering equipment and its applications.
- Climb ascent to low height mountains with certified expedition leader
- Practise various climbing techniques Rappelling and Jumaring, self-rescue techniques, etc
- Overnight stay at camp in Base camp
Summit push to UT Kangri (6100m) (10-12 hrs):
- Early morning summit push towards UT Kangri
- During the climb, you will find the terrain changing to loose scree and moraine.
- Depending on the condition of the weather and the distance we have covered during the early morning trek, we will reach the summit of the U.T Kangri post morning. It will take us about 10-12 hours to make a complete round trip to the summit.
- After a tedious climb to the summit and back, you will spend the rest of the day resting in the base camp.
- Overnight stay at camp in Base camp
Base camp to Rumtse Phu and back to Leh:
- The local team will pick you up from the Rumtse Phu, and drive to Hemis Monastery
- At times the road to Hemis gets blocked, in these situations, you will take a short hike to Hemis on the jeep track. The Hemis monastery is the largest and the richest monastery in Ladakh
- The Monastery was built in the 17th century and is located in the Indus Valley
- It boasts of a spectacular copper statue of Buddha and beautiful paintings, Stupas, articles, and amazing Thangkas depicting various aspects of Buddhist culture
- In the month of June - July you can experience the Hemis festival which is a riot of colors and fiesta. During the festival, you can enjoy the Chham Dance or the Mask Dance of Ladakh
- After spending some time in Hemis Monastery, start your return journey to Leh which will take about an hour
- Overnight at Leh.
Buffer day/Leisure day; Overnight stay at Leh:
- A Buffer Day to counter any unpredictable weather or any such emergencies during the expedition.
- Early morning visit to the Shanti Stupa to watch the sunrise
- Leh old town heritage walkEarly morning visit to the Shanti Stupa to watch the sunrise
- Experience and enjoy downhill cycling from Khardung La
- Spend the rest of your day at leisure exploring the old Leh market and buying souvenirs
- Overnight in Leh
Departure.
- Our Local team will drop you at the airport for your onward flight
Guidelines Do’s & Don'ts
- Give your body enough time to adjust to the high altitude/acclimation.
- Avoid sleeping during the day & get enough sleep at night.
- Avoid frequent smoking or drinking alcohol.
- Respect and greet the locals with Jullay (pronounced joo-lay which means Hello).
- Wear respectable outfits during your visit to sacred sites/ Monasteries.
- Kindly read the Monastery guidelines before entering a monastery.
- Ladakhi people will always be ready to help you. So, it's advisable to travel with a smile and greet Jullay.
Save the Himalayas: Follow the leave no trace policy
Majestic Ladakh proudly supports the ‘Leave no trace policy’ for our majestic Himalayas. We request you to follow the below guidelines and help us in preserving the splendid natural beauty of our country:
- Carry personal water bottles throughout the tour as locals will be always happy to provide water to refill & basically free of cost at restaurants and hotels.
- Advisable to carry a water bottle with a filter as you can refill it while travelling to any part of Ladakh.
- DZOMSA stalls are also available for refilling water bottles at just ₹7 per litre.
- Use reusable shopping bags in Leh market as plastics are totally banned in Ladakh as they are harmful to our environment.
- Do not litter. Bring back your own trash.
- Let nature’s sounds prevail; avoid loud voices and noises.
Safety during the Expedition:
- The Equipment used during the expedition is UIAA certified.
- Our Expedition Leaders are advanced mountaineering course qualified and are trained in rescue procedures from leading mountaineering institutes and certified first-aid responders.
- Local guides who will accompany the group are certified first-aid responders and the support staff are trained in 1st Aid.
- The expedition team carries Oxygen cylinders which can be used if any medical emergency arises.
Have any international climbers ascended this peak?
Yes, this peak has been successfully climbed by both domestic and international adventure enthusiasts. Our clients have included individuals from diverse nationalities such as French, American, and Japanese, among others. For their testimonials and more insights about their experiences, please visit this link.
Recommended stay & food options available
- During the U.T Kangri expedition, you will be staying in Moving camps.
- On a full service moving camps the support staff erects and dismantles the tents at different places selected for an overnight stay. Apart from the basic facilities such as hot water to drink, the staff also carries oxygen cylinders in case of a medical emergency at high altitudes. As the camp does not carry drinking water you will be camping close to the river/ stream where fresh running water is available for cooking.
- There will be toilet, shower and dining tent
- Stay in Leh and other cities:- Twin sharing rooms are provided.
- Single rooms can be requested for a supplement and is subject to availability
In a moving camp the breakfast, lunch and dinner will be prepared by the cook travelling with the group. Meals options are mentioned below:
● Breakfast - porridge, cereals, eggs and toast with plenty of tea, coffee or hot chocolate
● Lunch - a picnic lunch with soup, various kinds of local breads, cheese, eggs, tinned
fish, meat and fruit as per the availability.
● Afternoon snack - tea and biscuits on arrival at camp
● Dinner - usually soup, pasta, rice or potato-based main course with fresh vegetables, followed by dessert, tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
Weather in Ladakh
Generally the weather is good in Ladakh during the Summer, with warm to very hot sunny days (temperatures can reach up to 30ºC/35ºC), and cool to cold nights depending on the altitude.
- There is, however, always the possibility of rain, and snow at higher altitudes, and you should be prepared for this. Ladakh, though technically part of the Tibetan Plateau and classified as a high altitude desert, can and does occasionally experience the effects of the Indian monsoon.
What is AMS?
Acute mountain sickness (AMS), is the negative health effect of high altitude, caused by rapid exposure to low amounts of oxygen at high elevation. Symptoms may include headaches, vomiting, tiredness, trouble sleeping, and dizziness.
How to avoid AMS?
- Give your body enough time to adjust to the high altitude/acclimation
- Get enough sleep and eat healthy food
- Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol
If you suffer from any respiratory or health-related issues, please let the tour guide know before the start of the tour.
How is the mobile connectivity in Ladakh?
Only Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh registered pre-paid sims are serviceable in Ladakh. The following services providers/services are active in Ladakh:
- Airtel: Postpaid service
- Jio: Postpaid & pre on post-service
- BSNL: Postpaid service
You can buy and activate a new sim in Leh.
What things should I carry for the trip?
Following are the list of essentials that you should carry:
Base Layers:
- Lightweight Underwear (3-4 pairs)
Mid Layers:
- Soft Shell Jacket (to be worn over other layers)
- Soft Shell Pants (breathable and water-repellant)
- Lightweight Nylon Pants (1-2 pairs)
Windproof/Rain Layers:
- Hard Shell Jacket with hoodie (waterproof and breathable)
- Hard Shell Pants (waterproof and breathable)
Insulation Layers:
- Heavyweight Insulated Down Jacket with hoodie
- Insulated Pants
Headwear:
- Warm Hat (synthetic or wool)
- Balaclava (for protection in high winds)
- Baseball Cap or other sun hat
- Bandana or Buff (to protect neck/face from sun)
Eyewear:
- Glacier Glasses (full protection)
- Ski Goggles (for high winds)
Gloves:
- Lightweight Synthetic Liner Gloves
- Soft Shell Gloves
- Shell Glove with Insulated Liner
- Expedition Mitts
Footwear:
- Liner Socks (3-4pairs)
- Wool or Synthetic Socks (3-4pairs)
- Mountaineering Boots (double layer recommended) G2SM La Sportiva boots
- Hiking Shoes/Boots
- Camp Boots (optional)
- Gaiters (optional)
Sleeping Equipment:
- Sleeping Bag (rated to at least -20°F)
- Earplugs
Mountaineering Gear:
- Trash Compactor Bags
- Backpack Rain Cover (optional)
- Trekking Backpack minimum 45 litre
- Trekking Poles (optional)
- Ice Axe (short, max 60cm) (optional)
- Crampons (optional)
- Climbing Helmet (optional)
- Accessory Cord
- Alpine Climbing Harness (optional)
- Carabiners
- Belay/Rappel Device
- Headlamp
Travel Items:
- Large Duffel Bag with Lock
- Carry-on Backpack (optional)
- Travel Clothes
- Lightweight journal, sketchbook, pencils, pen (all optional)
- cash
- Additional Food Items
Other Equipment:
- Water Bottles (2 or 3)
- Water Treatment
- Thermos-1
- Hand/Foot Warmers (optional)
- Sunscreen
- Lip Screen (2 sticks)
- Toiletry Bag
- Pee Bottle
- Female Urination Device (FUD)
- Knife or Multi-tool (optional)
- Small Personal First-aid Kit
- Medications and Prescriptions
- Handkerchiefs/Bandanas (optional)
How are the restaurants in Leh?
You can find plenty of restaurants in Leh serving Ladakhi, Indian, Kashmiri, Tibetan, Korean, Italian and continental food. There are always plenty of choices for both vegetarians and meat-eaters. Please keep about £70-100 (US $110-160) for food.
Do try the Ladakhi cuisine like vegetable momos or thukpa during your time in Leh!
Can Majestic Ladakh accommodate specific dietary requirements?
At Majestic Ladakh, we strive to accommodate various dietary needs, including vegetarian diets and those based on medical recommendations (allergies and intolerances). To ensure we can meet your dietary requirements, please inform us at least one month before your trip. While we make every effort to cater to such needs, please be aware that options might be limited in remote locations, or alternatives may be more expensive or unavailable. There may be instances where individuals with special dietary needs will have to bring their own food. Additionally, we cannot guarantee an environment free from all allergens, such as peanuts. We urge travelers with severe allergies to be fully prepared and carry all necessary medications, as well as be capable of self-administering these medications.
