Chang-Thang literally means the high-altitude plateau
located at the south east of Ladakh on Indo -Tibet border. The plateau is home
of the Nomade (Changpas ) who lives there with their herds , The trek starts
form Rumtse toTukche near Tsokar lake, A lake with its huge salt water deposit , Further trek
toward Karzok the capital of Rupshu
located on the bank of Tsomoririr lake
with its turquois color.
During
the trek we will cross several passes, icy chilled rivulets, can have chance spot
the wildlife as Kyang, the Tibetan wild Ass and Marmots. Rare and exotic birds
as Bar headed Goose, and black necked crane are also found in these lakes. We
shall may have the occasion to be interact the Nomads who are hospitable and
honest peoples.
Day 1: Leh (3500 m), 1h 30min by flight
Day 2: Leh to Rumtse 4040 mtrs. 75 kms.
Day 3: Rumtse to Kyamar , 40 50 mtrs . 5 hours Trek 1
Day 4: Kyamar to Tisaling 4200m, over Kumarla and Mandachandla -6- 7 hours, Trek 2
Day 5: Tisaling to Tukje (4267 mtrs) vis Shibuk over Shibukla (4980 mtrs ) 6- 7 hours . Trek 3,
Day 6: Tsokar to Nuruchan (4300 mtrs.) 4 hours. Trek 4
Day 7: Nuruchan to Rachungkaru (4400mtrs. ) over Horlamkongkala ( 4900 mtrs.) 6 hours. Trek 5
Day 8: Rachungkaru to Gyama burma (4250 mtrs) over Kyamayurila ( 5200mtrs.) 5 hours. Trek 6
Day 9: Gyma Burma to Karzok (Tsomoriri 4573 mtrs 7 hours. Over
Yalungnyaula (5440 mtrs) Trek 7
Day 10: Karzok to Leh drop (3500m.)
Shey, once the capital of Upper Ladakh before being
supplanted by Leh, monastery houses rich murals painting, well restored and
represents the 18 Arhats (disciples of Buddha who attained enlightenment).
Thiksey, a majestic monastery perched on a rocky outcrop
built in the 15th century during the first wave of expansion of Gelugpa sect in
Ladakh. At the entrance, there are painting of protective deities and the great
masters of the sect . Hemis monastery, built by Namgyal
dynasty in1630. The monastery belongs to Drukpa sect of Buddhism, its mural
painting represents the different divinities dated back to 18th sanctuary.
Further drive to
Rumtse the starting point of trek where you. will be meet the trekking crew who
will accompany you throughout the trek, night in camp.
All ground transport by A/c car or minibus as per itinerary.
Airport transfer at Leh
A class hotel in Leh on arrival only
All meals included (breakfast/ lunch/ dinner.
English speaking local guide for sightseeing.
Experienced trekking guide for trekking
During the trek transport of your bags and logistic by pony or Mule,
Twin sharing spacious tent, foam mattress, dining tent
Kitchen team with all necessary items, medical kit with oxygen cylinder.
Hemis national park fee
Services of cook and helper with necessary items
Transportation of members luggage maximum 15 Kgs
GST as applicable (sub. to change) without prior notice
Inner line permit
Any air fares
Hotel in Leh at the end of the trek, monument visiting fees. insurance, beverages and snacks, personal expenses. medical expenses and repatriation.
Early check-in or late check-out at any hotels.
Tips to guide/cook, porters, drivers and in hotels / restaurant.
Video and still camera fee where applicable, sleeping bag, personal clothing’s, any expenses if occur due to unforeseen circumstances such as to delay or cancelation of flights, weather condition, land slide, political unrest, sickness or any other circumstances beyond our control, refund to unused services. Single room/ tents surcharge and personal porters to carry the day bag.
By
air: There are daily flight to Leh from
Delhi, on arrival our representative will pick you up and will drop at
respected hotel.
Briefing of trip will start after lunch on day of arrival, every participant is requested to be on time. Those missing the briefing will be not repeated for those late arrival. Afternoon you will take acclimatization walk to Shanti Stupa and Leh palace.
Those who could not
reach till evening on reporting day will be considered no show. No show of
participant will enforce Himalayan Frontiers to either postponed the trip (if
seat and trip available) or cancel their booking. Those who considered non-
shown please consult the terms and condition policies applied by company.
To book the trek / tour complete and sign the booking form and post or mail to the company with your deposit of 30% of the total amount by bank transfer or by payment Online through the site: www.himalayanfrontiers.com. Acceptance of the clients booking will be confirmed in written. The balance is to be paid 30 days before the scheduled departure.
All the cancellation must be in written and signed by the
person who signed the booking form and will be effective from the date of the
reception by the company.
30 days or more before departure: The agency will
refund the entire paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (INR
3000rs per persons or equivalent in other currency), GST paid at the time of
booking and bank charges subject to the bank policies.
29 to15 Days before departure: The agency will
refund the 50% of paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (INR
3000rs per persons or equivalent in other currency), GST paid at the time of
booking and bank charges subject to the bank policies.
Less than 14 days before departure: The agency will
be obliged to withhold the full amount of the deposit paid by the customer. In
this case, the customer must inform their insurance as soon as possible and
provide as much documentation to support the cancellation of trip. It is
therefore strongly advised to take out cancellation insurance to cover such
expenses.
Those who cancel their trip, following the terms and
conditions norms as per the time period we will refund the advance or full
payment made to book the trip by deducting the applicable taxes as of GST, bank
charges, file charges and other applicable taxes and charges. For foreign
client’s differences of currency buying has to be borne as per the present
exchange rates.
For foreign nation participants additional charges
will be add on to buy the foreign currency, (hence buying the currency charges
has to be borne by clients) bank transfer (wire transfer) charges and other
administrative paperwork to be completed which is quite long exhausted process,
we request you to understand and co-operate with. We will do our best possible
to deal such cases respecting the present circumstances.
The Company cannot be made liable for the consequences of
weather condition, cancellations of flight / train or bus, war or threat of
civil war, strikes, industrial action, political unrest or any other force
majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstance. The company reserves the right to
use alternate transport, or vary the itinerary if breakdown, sickness or any
other force major. Any additional that result, such as extra hotel accommodation,
flight or road transport will be on your charge and must be paid directly at
the spot.
Please understand, there are certain hazards involved in
your adventurous holidays which you must accept at your own risk. The company
will not be liable for any illness major or minor injury, death sustained
during neither the trip, nor it will be liable for any uninsured losses of your
property and other losses during the trip.
It is strongly advised that clients take out insurance to
cover the unexpected and cancellation charges.
This is mandatory for all clients
travelling on any tour/ trek / expedition or independent itinerary arranged by
us. You are responsible for obtaining adequate insurance covering expenses of
unexpected / unforeseen circumstances as mentioned in liability paragraph, such
loss or damage of baggage, medical expenses, war or threat of
civil war, strikes, industrial action, political unrest or any other force
majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstance,
helicopter (air or ground) rescue, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation
and curtailment of the itinerary.
S. No. |
Items |
No. of items |
1 |
Water proof jacket type of gore- tax or else |
1. |
2 |
Tee-shirt fleece |
2. |
3 |
Tee -Shirts (full sleeves) |
2. |
4 |
Fleece Jackets / woolen sweater
|
1 each |
5 |
Thermal inner suite (upper+ lower) |
1 pair |
6 |
Trek paint, |
1 |
7 |
Poncho |
1 |
8 |
Sun hate ( cap) |
1 |
9 |
Trekking shoes.(high ankle recommended) |
1 |
10 |
camp shoes |
1 |
11 |
Gloves |
I fleece, or water proof. |
12 |
socks |
3 pairs. |
13 |
Sunglasses / Spare glasses or contact lenses, |
|
14 |
Head light. (torch or flash light with spare batteries) |
1 |
15 |
Sun cream, stick to protect the lips |
1 each. |
16 |
toilet kit |
1 |
17 |
Camera with spare memory cards and batteries, (battery
Charger can be used only in city/ town) |
You to manage. |
18 |
water bottle, |
1 |
19 |
pair of gaiters in late and early season |
1 pair. |
20 |
walking sticks if one required, |
1 pair. |
21 |
personal medical kit as per your medical advisor. |
You to manage. |
22 |
A light towel, A toilet paper roll- wet tissue paper. |
1 each. |
23 |
A knife (Multifunctional knife)- lighters |
1 each. |
24 |
A large plastic bag to protect your clothing from dust inside
the rucksack, |
1+1 spare. |
25 |
fanny pack to keep safely
your important doc. as passport, insurance paper, credit cards, money etc. |
1 |
26 |
Rucksack + day sack |
1+1 |
27 |
Dry fruits and energy bars |
|
The region of Chang-Thang falls
in the border with China occupied Tibetan
Hence foreign nation requires special permit
to entre in the region called inner line permit issued by competent authority
from Leh.
The contract between and any matters
arising from it will be governed by and construed in accordance with the
jurisdiction of the law courts in Manali (India)
Region: Chang-Thang (south-east of Ladakh)
Activity: Trekking
Season: Mid June to Sep.
Duration: 9 nights 10 days.
Difficulty: Difficult
Monasteries of Indus valley
Trekking in High altitude plateau
Meet the Nomadic people
Vast landscape and wide valleys.
Huge salt water and turquois lakes of Chang-Thang
Chances to encounter the wild Donkey.
Bird watching on the lakes.