Parang La Trek Tour

The participants arrive in Manali.

The drive to Kaza takes one past Rohtang pass (3970m) and Kunzum La (4551m). From Rohtang, the road descends in to Gramphu, from where the road forks towards Spiti Valley. On the way, are great panaromic views of the biggest glaciers in the Himalayas, Bara Shigri glacier.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Soak in Spitian culture with a visit to the ancient monasteries in Dhankar and Tabo. Towards evening, drive upto Khibber, one of the highest motorable villages in the world and the ancient monastery at Kye. Camp for the night in Khibber.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

On the first day of the trek, the trails descends through a gorge and arrives at the last village of the trek, Dhumle. You can see Parang La from here at a distance of about 500m.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

The trail now turns into a steep climb to take you to the next camp on a meadow at Thaltak.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

The trail takes you down a steep path down to the Parilungbi gorge before ascending to the campsite. The majestic Parilungbi peak stands to the South of Parang La. Look out for sightings of bharal, marmot etc.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

The Parang La at 5600m is one of the highest passes in Western Himalyas and offers some grand views. Descend from the pass to Karsha Gonma which is at the head of the Para Chu valley.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

It’s a relaxed walk after the strenous pass. The only challenge is a stream crossing before reaching the campsite.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

It’s an easy walk, the trail keeping next to the Para chu river most of the way.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

The trail continues next to the Para Chu river. But the campsite is set on the far bank and the day’s challenge is to cross the river.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

The trek continues on the flat ground of the Changthang plateau with some spectacular views along the way.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Walking through the Para Chu valley, the valley suddenly opens up and the landscape turns greener as you approach the lake. The valley is famous for the wild life mainly comprising of Kyang (wild ass). Camp midway on the lake’s banks on the way to Karzok.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Walk along the lake right up to the Karzok village. The day might seem never-ending, because though Karzok looks near enough, it takes 8 hours to finally reach the campsite. But the walk is worth it with all the flora and fauna that one gets to see.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

A vehicle will pick you up from Korzok and drop you to Leh.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys