Chadar Frozen River Trek

9 DAYS - 8 NIGHTS ( Included all cost the trek from Base Camp to Base Camp)
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There are many natural wonders in Ladakh, but the Chadar Trek is the most priceless gift ever given to this magical place. As you trek across a dramatic gorge with frozen waterfalls on the frozen trail of Zanskar spread out like a Chadar, it acts as a mirror for the sky! The trail is all about persistence and survival – learning to survive in the challenging terrains at sub-zero temperatures, interacting with the residents  understanding their way of life, especially in one of the most inhabitable areas in the world!
It is the “Do before you die” tour because of the primordial excitement of staying in caves, thinking over blazing bonfires in subfreezing temperatures, and surviving it all despite the real sense of danger!

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Base Camp
BEST SEASON January. February 
DIFFCULITY LEVEL Difficult
FIXED DATE Coming soon
DEPARTURE TIME Please arrive at least 2 hours before
INCLUDED
fare Accommodations
Breakfast and dinner All Meals from day 1
NOT INCLUDED
Entrance fees Mules and Porter to carry personal luggage
Guide gratuity Meals during road journey Insurance

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Day 1:  Fly to Leh

It becomes obvious why it is hard to travel by road to Ladakh in the winter after flying over miles and miles of mountains that are heavily blanketed in snow. You will notice how crisp and clean the air is when you touch down at Leh Airport, one of the highest most airports in the world. And also a extreme drop in the temperature.

On the frozen Zanskar stream, the Chadar Trek in Ladakh ended. Trekking in Ladakh, Every trekkers fantasy, especially during the winter, is the Chadar trek. The town has only recently started to emerge from its deep winter slumber. Even though there arent many restaurants and shops in the city when you stroll through the Leh market, you can still do any necessary last-minute trekking shopping here.

Leh is the initial point of the kangri trek and chadar trek. The air's chill will only be a taste of what the temperatures will be like on this winter trek.

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Day 2:Drive to Tilad Do via Chilling

From the Shanti Stupa, where you can get a comprehensive view of the entire town of Leh and its  surroundings, you can begin the morning by watching the sunrise. You can also see the summit of Stok Kangri, virtually tempting you to climb it. But todays plan includes a very picturesque and thrilling long drive to Chilling.

Trekkers looking for an adrenaline rush can experience the Zanskar trek or the Chadar frozen river trek. The Zanskar Valleys Chadar Trek connects villages using an antiquated tracking path You go along the Indus on the roller coaster to the town of Nimu, where the Indus and Zanskar meet. After stopping at this confluence to take in the scenic view, the ride continues, and the road starts descending right into the beautiful river valley.

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Day 3:Tilad Do to Gyalpo

The biggest task of this day and all the remaining days is to get out of the warm sleeping bags and go out into the giant freezer outside, but the steaming cups of tea provided ample motivation. It is one of those beautiful treks that tops the bucket list for several seasoned explorers. It connects the indescribably lovely mountains framed by Leh.
Chadar Trek is a scenic frozen river trek that precisely interprets walking on frozen ice with your own backpack. Chadar trek is just attainable through January and February. This month is the only period that the Zanskar river is frozen.
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Day 4:Gyalpo to Tibb Cave

The same early morning schedule will be followed on this day: bed tea at 7, breakfast at 8, and quick-march at 8:30. Have a filling breakfast because today's walk will be the longest of the day at about 14 kilometers. However, there is no need to panic because all the walking keeps you very warm.

The Chadar trek is a winter hiking route in Jammu and Kashmirs Ladakh regions Zanskar region. In the local language, Chadar suggests that blanket. Chadar trek Ladakh is entirely on the frozen Zanskar river, providing an access trekking trail to the Zanskar valley. Locals and tourists use it through the winter seasons. The walls on both sides of the river rise vertical cliffs up to 600 m high. In some places, the Zanskar river is just 5m wide.

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Day 5: Tibb Cave to Nayak

On the Chadar trip, today is the most breathtaking day of them all. You traverse deep gorges while walking along the river until you arrive at a location where prayer flags are strung from juniper trees. As a charm for luck and health, the porters give you a branch from this tree tied with a piece of prayer flag.
A few steps away stands the mother-of-all frozen waterfalls—a huge instance of suspended animation several feet tall and equally wide. As sunlight plays off its surface, you can see dozens of colors in this enormous ice structure. A bridge that spans the river right next to the waterfall is a portion of the summertime route from Zanskar to Leh.

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Day 6: Naerak to Tibb

You set off on your return trip today, heading back to the Tibb cave. You can rethink your assumptions if you believed that returning to Chilling simply required retracing your steps. The Zanskar River replies to the slightest temperature change and constantly keeps repackaging itself. The beautiful Chadar Frozen River Trek- Chadar Trek would have supposed an entirely new form. And will it will almost be difficult to say whether you have been here before.

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Day 7:Tibb to Gyalpo

Leaving Tibb, ascend to Gyalpo today. Mountains rising from the river's banks like high walls that resemble castle walls. Along the trail, you may also witness numerous tracks of pug-marks, which are the footsteps of foxes, ibex, or snow leopards. . You would be lucky to view a snow leopard, However, you can nearly be certain that one is constantly keeping an eye on you.

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Day 8:Gyalpo to Tilad Do, and drive to Leh

This is the last day of walking on the Chadar Frozen River Trek. The last chance to immerse in the attractiveness of the river. Once you reach Tilad Do, it is time to say goodbye to the Zanskar and the Zanskar.

The Himalayan Climber t  and our helpers will take good care of you and make this trek one of your most memorable experiences. And then tonight, you sleep in a warm guest house again.

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Day 9:Depart from Leh

When this incredible voyage comes to an end. You leave Leh with a renewed admiration for the Zanskaris who defy all difficulties and live stylishly in their native land.

This trek also leaves behind a tremendous feeling of accomplishment—one of having undertaken and endured an astonishing and challenging trail. And the beautiful Chadar Frozen River Trek will also be a precious memory for life.

Trek Essentials

Equipments

  • Backpack (Rucksack) (60 ltr -70ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps and back pack rain
    cover
  •  Walking Stick
  • Water Bottle
  • Head Torch with Extra Batteries
  • Lighter
  • Knife

Clothing

  • Down Jacket
  • Fleece Jacket
  • Windproof Jacket
  • Waterproof Trek Pants
  • Waterproof Jacket
  • Thermal Trouser
  • Woolen cap
  • Waterproof and Woolen Gloves

Gaiters

  • 5 Pair Woolen Socks &Light Cotton Socks
  • Hat
  • T-shirt 3-4
  • Comfortable Trek Pants 3-4
  • Handkerchief
  • Monkey cap

Foot Wear

  • Trekking Shoes
  • Slippers

Miscellaneous Items

  • Sun Block for Lips
  •  Sun Protection Cream
  • Sun Glasses it should be U/V Protected
  • Toilet Kit (Toilet Paper)
  • Quick Dry Towels
  • Water Purifying Tablets
  • Medical and First-Aid Kit
  • Hand Sanitizer

Other

  • Lunch box
  •  Buff
  •  Nail cutter
  • I.D.
  • Passport size photo

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Leh
Day 2: Drive to Tilad Do via Chilling
Day 3:Tilad Do to Gyalpo
Day 4:Gyalpo to Tibb Cave
Day 5:Tibb Cave to Nayak
Day 6:Naerak to Tibb
Day 7: Tibb to Gyalpo
Day 8:Gyalpo to Tilad Do, and drive to Leh
Day 9:Depart from Leh

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