The trek trail to Kang Yatse (2) is a beautiful walk across the Markha Valley covering many quaint villages en route. Markha valley is one of the prettiest Ladakh valleys along with the exquisite monasteries, incredible views of the far-stretched neighboring Himalayas, refreshing snack stalls and interactive natives are sure to keep the trekkers entertained and yet grounded enough to remain attached to the beautiful scenery surrounding them. Considering how implausible the trek’s scenery is, it might highly assist climbers in choosing their next expedition.
Highlights of Kang Yatse II Trek
- Level: Difficult (so first-timers trekkers should avoid nun expedition)
- For this expedition, it is important to follow the Guideline and Rule of the IMF. Without this, it will not be an expedition working Himalayan hikers
- Proper conditioning & training of body required
- Group size minimum of 05 maximum of 10 people
- Need proper Expedition gear & clothing for sub-zero temperatures?
- Shoes are the single most important equipment
- High Altitude requires proper acclimatization
- Post monsoon or pre-monsoon is the best time. During rains the region is prone to landslides
- Phones don’t work on the trek, we are provide to you Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
- Beautiful landscape so carry good photo gear (I couldn’t carry my best equipment)
- Travel light (my backpack was heavy at about 12 kg to 15 Kg )
- Keep an extra day in your itinerary for attempt to summit account for bad weather
- Alcohol and smoking is not allowed in during the Expedition
Some of the highlights of Kang Yatse (II) Trek
The trek to Kang Yatse (2) will take you through monasteries, ancient Himalayan culture and the famous alpine meadows of the Ladakh valley. Trekkers will begin their journey in Siku and end at the summit. The descent will take a different route, culminating in a journey to Chokdo.
The Markha valley where the first rest day will apply is accompanied with the pass through the Hemis National Park famous for its lively wildlife. Trekkers may have the opportunity to see the magnificent snow leopard in addition to the usual views of Arghal, Bharal, Shapu, and others. The breathtaking view of Kang Yatse (2) will be visible as the trekkers near the end of their journey to Markha Valley.
The beautiful meadows just before Namling but after trekkers leave the Markha valley are without a doubt one of the best views of the entire trek. Grazing sheep, a shepard trail, and lush greenery are proof that these meadows are among the best in the Himalayas. The journey after base camp is difficult, requiring intense physical exertion as well as mental fortitude. The Kang Yatse (II) expedition is designed for experienced mountaineers who want to climb peaks of 6000 metres or higher. Prior knowledge of technical and mountaineering techniques will be extremely beneficial to the trekkers’ journey. Challengers must be physically and mentally fit due to the technical ascent to the summit as well as the distance travelled.
Things to look forward to-
- Provides a remarkable sense of accomplishment while also bringing you one step closer to your expedition aspirations of much higher and harsher peaks.
- Explore the beauty of Hemis National Park
- Meadows en route are captivating with a strong influence over memorable fortitude
- Experience the native culture of the Markha Valley involving 3 different villages
- Old monasteries exposing the vivid ancient history of the place provides an extreme sense of serenity and upgraded wish to explore more.
- The confluence of the Zanskar River with the Indus River before the on vehicle travel to Chilling is a major highlight of the dive way..
Views along the journey
- Hemis National Park flooding with wild fauna provides incredible insight to Himalayan wildlife. Trekkers, if lucky, might get a chance to witness the snow leopard beast.
- Distant view of Kang Yatse (2) right at the end of Markha Valley is a picture perfect nature’s canvas.
- Prepare to be mesmerized by the breathtaking beauty of the Markha valley and Zanskar range, as well as the Karakoram peaks and mountains that surround Kang Yatse, once you reach the summit.
- Depending on the clarity of the skies, you may also notice the K2 peak and the distant Tibet Mountains.
Nearby places to visit
Since trekkers will be staying at least 2 days before the trek for acclimatization, we highly recommend trekkers to explore the vast culture of Leh.
- Thiksey monastery with over 500 monks is one of the most beautiful monasteries in Ladakh, it is easily a good choice for an exploration day.
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib is one of the highly religious and impactful places to visit in Leh.
- Souvenirs from the local markets are a must do, the culturally guided items are sure a short way to spend a great time in Ladakh.
- The many monasteries are a great way to spend the day learning about the culture and its domination in the area.
The altitude covered in Kang Yatse (II) Trek
- Leh- 3500m
- Siku-3399m
- Markha valley-3703m
- Hangkar-4000m
- Namling-4699m
- Base Camp-5099m
- Summit-6250m
Kang Yatse (II) Trek Guide
Day 1 – Arrival in Leh
Arrive at Leh and drive to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day resting and preparing for the days ahead. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 2 – Acclimatization Day in Leh
Take the day to acclimatize to the high altitude. You can explore local attractions including monasteries, markets, and traditional Ladakhi cuisine. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 3 – Drive from Leh to Chilling, Trek to Skiu
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Chilling. Begin your trek to Skiu. Enjoy the wilderness and scenic beauty en route. Lunch on the way. On arrival in Skiu, check into a local guesthouse for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Trek from Skiu to Markha
Start your trek early from Skiu to Markha. This is a long trek of approximately 8 hours. Take in the stunning landscapes along the way. Dinner and overnight stay at Markha.
Day 5 – Trek from Markha to Hangkar
Begin your trek from Markha to Hangkar. On the way, enjoy beautiful mountain views and old Tibetan structures. Arrive in Hangkar by evening. Rest and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Trek from Hangkar to Nimaling
After breakfast, continue the trek from Hangkar to Nimaling. This route takes you to a breathtaking plateau surrounded by towering peaks. It’s a perfect spot for photography. Overnight stay in Nimaling.
Day 7 – Trek to Kang Yatse Base Camp
Today’s trek starts from Nimaling and heads to the base camp of Kang Yatse. The trail offers magnificent views of the mountain. Reach the base camp and rest overnight.
Day 8 – Rest and Acclimatization at Base Camp
Spend the day resting and acclimatizing. There will be a training session on how to use ropes, crampons, and ice axes for the upcoming summit attempt. Overnight at base camp.
Day 9 – Summit Day: Base Camp → Kang Yatse Summit → Return to Base Camp
Start the summit attempt around midnight. Follow the techniques and instructions learned the previous day. After reaching the summit, return to the base camp for rest. Overnight stay at base camp.
Day 10 – Trek to Chokdo via Nimaling, Drive to Leh
Trek back to Chokdo via Nimaling. From Chokdo, drive to Leh. Check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 1
Day 1 – Arrival in Leh
Arrive at Leh and drive to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day resting and preparing for the days ahead. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 2 – Acclimatization Day in Leh
Take the day to acclimatize to the high altitude. You can explore local attractions including monasteries, markets, and traditional Ladakhi cuisine. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 3 – Drive from Leh to Chilling, Trek to Skiu
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Chilling. Begin your trek to Skiu. Enjoy the wilderness and scenic beauty en route. Lunch on the way. On arrival in Skiu, check into a local guesthouse for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Trek from Skiu to Markha
Start your trek early from Skiu to Markha. This is a long trek of approximately 8 hours. Take in the stunning landscapes along the way. Dinner and overnight stay at Markha.
Day 5 – Trek from Markha to Hangkar
Begin your trek from Markha to Hangkar. On the way, enjoy beautiful mountain views and old Tibetan structures. Arrive in Hangkar by evening. Rest and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Trek from Hangkar to Nimaling
After breakfast, continue the trek from Hangkar to Nimaling. This route takes you to a breathtaking plateau surrounded by towering peaks. It’s a perfect spot for photography. Overnight stay in Nimaling.
Day 7 – Trek to Kang Yatse Base Camp
Today’s trek starts from Nimaling and heads to the base camp of Kang Yatse. The trail offers magnificent views of the mountain. Reach the base camp and rest overnight.
Day 8 – Rest and Acclimatization at Base Camp
Spend the day resting and acclimatizing. There will be a training session on how to use ropes, crampons, and ice axes for the upcoming summit attempt. Overnight at base camp.
Day 9 – Summit Day: Base Camp → Kang Yatse Summit → Return to Base Camp
Start the summit attempt around midnight. Follow the techniques and instructions learned the previous day. After reaching the summit, return to the base camp for rest. Overnight stay at base camp.
Day 10 – Trek to Chokdo via Nimaling, Drive to Leh
Trek back to Chokdo via Nimaling. From Chokdo, drive to Leh. Check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Leh.
Difficulty level Kang Yatse (II) Trek
Because the top is relatively high in elevation, we recommend a reasonable level of physical fitness. We strongly advise trekkers to be physically and mentally prepared for an endurance process as the arduous journey might throw obstacles at unexpected hours. Throughout the course, all groups will be guided by our experts for trekking equipment and any impending terrain. Trekkers must be aware of any AMC conditions and must notify our teams before continuing their ascent.
Is it safe?
Set amidst the high altitude ranges, concerns regarding Kang Yatse (II) trek safety are indeed very valid. To assure you we have all the possible probabilities calculated if anything goes off the schedule. At every stop point of the journey, trekkers will be going through a proper guided session informing them about the upcoming terrains.
All of our professionals strive to provide the best experience possible for trekkers, so a collaborative contribution of a relaxed mindset and morally communicative behavior with fellow trekkers will be greatly appreciated.
Weather conditions in Kang Yatse (II) Trek
The weather conditions vary depending on the time of year trekker’s travel. The months of July to October are generally considered to be comfortable for this expedition; however, as the teams gain altitude, the weather may become much colder, with chilly nights and mornings. Winters are highly improbable for this summit expedition.
Trekking Essentials
1) Because nights at elevations tend to be considerably colder, we suggest having well-graded, warm and comfortable clothing along with good quality shoes.
2) Despite the fact that we handle medical crises, we urge individuals to keep their emergency kits at hand in any case of personal underlying illnesses.
3) Since the journey provides you with a picturesque view of many peaks, don’t forget to bring your camera along with extra batteries.
4) Our staff will consult with fellow trekkers about their luggage and, if lacking, will assist trekkers in obtaining any necessary equipment. Only the relevant luggage should be brought, as a result.
Other important trekking essentials-
Connectivity and Transactions
1) All networks, including Vi, Airtel, and BSNL, function well in Ladakh, but connectivity along the route is unpredictable, so we advise people to complete all of their work ahead of time.
2) Trekkers will be provided with walkie- talkies beforehand in case of emergency
3) Last ATM transactions available will be at Leh. We recommend travelers to collect cash beforehand or while in Leh as ATMs available at other places might not dispense cash at times.
Kang Yatse (II)’s ascent and descent are both challenging with occasional tough terrain and acclimatization. The best time to hike these paths is between July and October, when Himalayan region experiences moderate climate. The temperature usually ranges between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius during the day with substantially colder nights; the higher the trekkers ascend, the colder it becomes.
How to Reach in Kang Yatse (II) Trek
If you are travelling from any metropolitan city in India or from outside India, getting to the capital city of Delhi may be the first and most important step. All major modes of transportation, such as air, road, and rail, can take you to Delhi.
Leh is connected to most major cities in India via all chief modes of transportation. Trekkers could perhaps conduct extensive research for their direct mode of transportation to ensure a much smoother arrival.
How to reach Leh from Delhi
By air– Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport is the nearest airport to Leh. It is well connected to Delhi with many flights in a week. Cabs are easily available from the airport to Leh.
By road-Delhi have road routes to Leh via Manali or via Srinagar. Trekkers will have to book either a bus or private cabs. Prior booking for cabs and bus are easily available at various sites.
Delhi>Leh> Chilling
By railway–
Some important points to note-
- Please note that we don’t provide timings schedules for transportation before Leh. Subjected to various conditions the scheduled timings and availability of particular rides may differ. We recommend trekkers to reach out our teams for any queries. You can drop an email or call us for an initial guided session.
- Our teams will be collecting trekkers at fixed points of airports, railway stations and bus stands.
- It is recommended that unless any delay arrives, trekkers are advised to reach the destinations at least 2 hours prior
Mandatory Documents
Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Aadhar Card, Driving License, Voters ID, etc,)
Passport and Visa important to foreigners
Medical Certificate (First part should be filled by the Doctor and Second part by the Trekker)
Declaration Certificates
Note: – Many trekkers commit the same mistake of carrying unnecessary items on a trek which only makes the backpack heavy. It is important to know the right items to carry. It differs from season to season if you are trekking in summers then carry less layers of warm clothing and if you are trekking in winters carry enough layers to protect yourself against chilly cold.
Necessary Items for trekkers
Basic Trekking Gears
The Clothes You Should Bring On Satopanth Expedition
Head Gears
Foot Gears
Personal Care Essentials
Carry a Personal Medical Kit
Are you Looking for Trekking Equipment on Rent?
If any trekker requires trekking equipment on rent, Himalayan Hikers offers the best-quality gear available for rental. Many individuals are in need of such equipment, and renting provides a cost-effective solution, allowing them to access high-quality gear at an affordable price without the need for a significant investment for short-term use.
Trek Equipment You can book directly on first day at the Base Camp.
Note:-
Please take all medicines only when prescribed by the doctor. In case you face any problem during your trek,
discuss and take advice from the Professional guide.
The Trek is one of the most popular treks in Uttarakhand, Himachal,Kashmir,Laddakh,Sikkim,Nepal, requiring both physical preparation and mental readiness. Although it is categorized as a moderate trek, reaches an elevation of over 12,720 feet and traverses remote Himalayan terrain, which can be physically and mentally challenging. Here's how you can prepare yourself for a safe and successful accomplishment of the Trek:
Physical Fitness
Building a good fitness base is essential for every trekker. The Trek itinerary involves 5 to 6 hours of walking every day. Though the trails are well-marked, they are often bumpy and include steep uphill sections, which may affect your stamina. You can overcome your physical limitation with a 6-week training program that you can begin about 2 months before your Trek. Your 6-week fitness routine should include
Pro Tip: If you have time, you can skip the Sunday training and go for a long-distance walk or mini day-hike (7–10 km) with a loaded backpack to simulate real trekking conditions. A short 1-day hike around your city/town can help a lot.
Mental Preparation
Physical strength is only half the journey, the other half is mental resilience. The trail takes you through remote clearings, steep climbs, cold starry nights, and no mobile connectivity. Be prepared to:
(I) -
Detach from the digital world.
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Embrace basic mountain living (camping, toilet tents, limited electricity).
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Push through moments of fatigue, weather discomfort, or altitude effects.
Himalayan Hikers is a reputable trekking company that places a high priority on safety. Here are some of the safety measures they take to ensure the safety of their clients during the Trek:
Experienced Guides: Himalayan Hikers hires experienced and certified guides who are well-versed in the terrain, weather conditions, and local culture. These guides have first-hand knowledge of the routes and are equipped to handle any emergency situations that may arise.
Proper Gear: The company provides all the necessary gear and equipment to their clients to ensure comfort and safety during the trek.
Hygiene and Sanitation: Himalayan Hikers places great emphasis on hygiene and sanitation during the Trek. They provide clean drinking water, hand sanitizers, and toilet tents to ensure that their clients are healthy and comfortable.
Emergency Services: The company has a well-defined protocol for handling emergency situations. They have a team of trained medical professionals who are available 24/7 and can be quickly mobilized in case of an emergency.
Acclimatization: Himalayan Hikers follows a gradual acclimatization process during treks to ensure that their clients adjust to the high altitude gradually. They also monitor the health of their clients regularly and provide necessary medical attention if required.
Overall, Himalayan Hikers places a great emphasis on safety and takes all necessary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of their clients during treks.
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