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The Ladakh region, also known as the “Land of High Passes,” is located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir and is a barren but still beautiful region. It has a shared border with Tibet. Ladakh is also called a high-altitude cold desert. It is bounded on the north by the Kunlun Mountains and the south by the Himalayas. It is a Tibetan Buddhist cultural center. Its natural features are primarily high plains and deep valleys. Ladakh is a popular trekking destination due to its scenic beauty, rugged terrain, majestic mountains, and the challenge of roughing it.

The Markha Valley trek is one of Ladakh’s most diverse and popular treks. It is a beautiful river valley in Hemis National Park. The trail provides spectacular views of Mt. Kang Yatse. It provides stunning views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains. It is a magnificent and unexplored Himalayan wonderland. It is one of the places that is assumed to be heaven. The trail crosses many rivers, some of which are waist deep, as well as the high pass of Kongmaru la.

Your 12-day journey begins with a flight to Leh. The flight lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. You will travel around Leh. It takes about 20 minutes to drive from Leh to Spituk. Spituk is the trek’s starting point. From there, you’ll make your way to Zingchen. You will pass through the Ganda La Pass. You will travel through several villages along the way, including Skiu, Markha, Hankar, and Nimaling. To reach Shang Sumdo village, you will need to cross the Kongmaru La pass, which is the highest point of the trek. You will then descend toward Hemis, where you will visit the Popular Hemis Monastery. Drive toward Leh, the trek’s endpoint.

 Trip Facts

Trip Highlights 

• Enjoy a Scenic Flight to Leh
• Walk in the Hemis National Park.
• Experience the Tibetan Buddhist Culture.
• Experience the Mountain Life.
• Witness the Wild animals like Himalayan Blue sheep, Ibex, Lammergeier, and Gloden Eagle.
• Enjoy the view of Mt. Kang Yatse.

Is this trek appropriate for you?

• The Markha Valley Trek is the Moderate Trek. You can easily complete this trek if you are physically and mentally prepared and willing to do so.
• You will be Trekking for 8 Days. The Path can be completed in as little as 3 hours as much as 8 hours.
• The walk is not tricky, there is no Climbing or Scrambling but the path is rocky and hilly.
• Each day you will cover 200 to 400 meters in height while trekking. The highest point in the trek you will reach on the trek is 5,263m.
• The weather and Remoteness of this trek, as well as dealing with the high altitude, require a slow pace and the need to stay hydrated.

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