Shang Sumdo to Stok

Shang Sumdo to Stok trek


Trip at a Glance
Trip duration        : 9 days tour
Activities              : Trekking
Grade                    : Moderate
Accommodations: In Hotel 4 Nights/ Camp 4 Nights
 
Journey Highlights
  • Sensational flight over Himalaya
  • Visit ancient Buddhist monastery
  • Trekking in Stok mountain range
  • Local sightseeing around Leh 
 
Tour Inclusions
  • Comfortable sharing accommodation
  • Gear Package; sleeping bag and mattress
  • Pack horse; Carry personal & group equipment
  • All internal transport by private car
  • Mention monuments entrances
  • All meals while during trekking
 
Tour Exclusions
  • Travel Insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Tipping
 
Meals: B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner
 
 
Detailed Itinerary
 
Day 1     Fly Delhi to Leh 3500 meters
We take early morning flight from Delhi to Leh, the capital of Ladakh, where you will be free to rest at the hotel, gently stroll through the town maze of narrow lane ways or visit the market, while your body acclimatises to the altitude.
Standard Hotel (B)
 
Day 2     In Leh 3500 meters
Today we begin our sightseeing with 15th century, Thiksey monastery a towering 12-storey structure, painted red, ochre and white. It contains a vast array of Buddhist arts, including the 15 meter (49ft) Maitreya Buddha, the largest statue of its kind in Ladakh. The Hemis Monastery, Ladakh biggest, which was first created in the 11th century and later re-established in 1672. The annual Hemis Festival, held in June or July, which features colourful mask dances. The monastery possesses a rich collection of ancient relics and artwork, including a stunning Thangka (embroidered Tibetan silk religious painting) measuring more than 12 meters.       
Standard Hotel (B)
 
Day 3     Drive to Shang Sumdo
It is an interesting trek of 5 days, which involves crossing over Shang-la pass 4950 meters and Matho-la pass 4930 meters. We begin our trek from Shang-sumdo, situated near the confluence of Shang small river and Martselang Tokpo, were we camp for tonight. The kitchen crews setup the tents and we explore the valley up to small village Chogdo.
Full service Camping (B, L, D)
 
Day 4     Trek to Shang Pulu 4400 meters
Today we walk along the Shang small river with gradual ascent, but gets steeper as you advance. Along the way we pass through local house and Shang Pulu campsite is located near the confluence of a side steam with the Shang small river amidst a beautiful meadow. A few shepherd huts can be seen around the campsite.
Approximate walk profile: Shang-sumdo to Shang-Pulu 5-6hrs/ 10km 
Full service Camping (B, L, D)
 
Day 5     Trek to Matho Pulu 4500 meters
We left behind the Shang river and climb steeply through grassy slopes and stunted bushes, leave the stream and then ascend to the top of the Shangla pass 4950 meters. It takes around three hours to gain the pass. From the top one can see the Stok Kangri 6153 metrs and Parcha Kangri 5250 meters peaks towards west and that of Matho Kangri 5900 meters on the south-east. Matho Pulu camp site is reached after few hour descents from the pass. Here also a few shepherd huts can be seen around.    
Approximate walk profile: Shang Pulu to Matho Pulu 5-6hrs/ 10km 
Full service Camping (B, L, D)
 
Day 6     Trek to Chorten Chan 
Towards the Mathola pass 4930 meters with gradual accent and from the pass we have a glimpse of Stok Kangri 6150 meters. Later we have a steep decent to the Chorten Chan camp at 4350 meters.
Approximate walk profile: Matho Pulu to Chorten Chan 5hrs/ 9km 
Full service Camping (B, L, D)
 
Day 7     Trek to village Stok and drive to Leh 
We start with descending along the Stok Nala (stream), following a narrow gorge. Today we finish our trek in village Stok 3700 meters and later we drive to Leh.
Approximate walk profile: Chorten Chan to village Stok 3-4hrs/ 8km 
Standard Hotel (B, L)
 
Day 8     In Leh
Today you have an optional day; for rest, or drive up to Khardong-la pass 18000ft or white water rafting in the Zanskar River.   
Standard Hotel (B)
 
Day 9     Fly Leh to Delhi
In the morning short drive to Leh airport to catch the flight to Delhi. (trip concludes)