Trip Info
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Min. 2 Max 12
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Grade: Challenging
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Season: July - August
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Max. 5,400m/17,716ft
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Duration: 14 Days
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Leh Ladakh India
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A/C Private Vehicle
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Hotel/ Tent Camping
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Meals Included (B,L,D)
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Ladakh Nubra Shyok Valley Trek Overview
Nubra Valley lies to the north of Leh and was once the gateway to the Silk Route. The valley has vast alluvial plains and bactrian camels, which roam the sandy banks of the Shyok River. Nubra valley is the Siachen Glacier and to the north west Sasser Pass and the famous Karakoram Pass that connect Nubra with Xinjiang in China. Previously there was much trade passing through the area to East Turkestan and Central Asia as part of the Silk Route.
Shyok valley has vast alluvial plains with bactrian camels roaming around the sand dunes grazing the seabuckthorn bushes. This is a circuit trek in one of the least visited areas of Ladakh with unspoilt landscape and stunning views of the Karakoram mountains especially from the summit of Lasermo la pass at 5,400m.
This trip starts in Delhi flight to Leh. After a few days acclimatising you drive on the highest road in the world over Khardung La into Nubra Valley. Later on you will stop at Diskit village to visit monastery one of the oldest in the Nubra Valley. Moreover; you spend two nights at Hundar village to help with your acclimatisation and also hopefully you will get the chance to ride a Bactrian camel in the sand dunes of this valley.
Nubra and Shyok Valley Trek designed our itinerary for plenty of time for the necessary acclimatisation to high altitude to maximise your chances of successful crossing Lasermo La back to Leh. Before crossing Lasermo la you leave the main valley to trek up a remote side valley to Sniu Sumdo campsite where you spend two nights. For the next day there is a good day walk from this campsite to some glacial lakes surrounded by impressive peaks such as Sahib Chasa, Leona Peak and Sniu Kangri.
The crossing of Lasermo la pass is a good walk with superb views over to the Karakoram, Zanskar and Ladakh range of mountains. Finally; you end the trek at Phyiang and after visiting Phyiang monastery you’ll drive back to Leh.
Customize Your Trek:
- This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please contact us.
14 Days Itinerary of Nubra Shyok Valley Trek
Arrive in Leh and check into the hotel. It is best to rest and stay hydrated for the rest of the day to help your body adjust to the high altitude. You will be given complete rest throughout the day to acclimatize yourself to the new environment at an altitude of 11,135 feet. In the evening, trek to Shanti Stupa (Vishwa Shanti Stupa). This trek offers beautiful views of the Stok Kangri mountain range and the Indus Valley, it also helps your body adjust to the altitude. Spend the night in Leh.
Accommodation: Hotel
During today's sightseeing you visit Shey palace and Thiksey Monastery. Thiksey is a beautiful monastery and is sometimes called the mini Potala. It contains stupas, statues, thankas, and wall paintings. There is also a large pillar engraved with the Buddha's teachings. The sightseeing is by private cars as Shey and Thiksey are about 10 kms out of Leh.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: (B)
In the morning, you will visit the Leh Durbar, the residence of the royal family built in the 17th century. The Durbar is located on a hilltop and offers a spectacular bird's eye view of the city. Apart from this; you will also visit the Shankar Gompa (Monastery). Experience the local lifestyle at the Leh Bazaar. Enjoy the serene atmosphere of Leh while taking in the spiritual essence of this enchanting place. You leave the afternoon free to do what you like. You might like to do last minute shopping for the trek and spend time exploring Leh.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: (B)
Your route to access the Nubra and Shyok Valleys is to travel over the Khardung La from Leh. The Khardung La (5,395m) is the highest driveable road in the world. You will have obtained Inner Line Permit to enter Nubra Valley and these will be inspected as you leave Leh. After passing Diskit you then continue into the Shyok Valley to Hundar, one of the few areas in the world where grazing bactrian camels are seen.
Moreover; Diskit Monastery also known as Deskit Gompa or Diskit Gompa is the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery (gompa) in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh, northern India. It belongs to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was founded by Changzem Tserab Zangpo, a disciple of Tsong Khapa, founder of Gelugpa, in the 14th century. It is a sub-gompa of the Thikse gompa.
The Nubra Valley is about 150km north of Leh, the capital town of Ladakh. Local scholars say that its original name was Ldumra (the valley of flowers). The Shyok River meets the Nubra or Siachan River to form a large valley that separates the Ladakh and the Karakoram Ranges. The average altitude of the valley is about 3,050m above sea level. The rest of the day is for acclimatisation and exploration of the settlement and surrounding area.
Duration: 4-5hrs
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: (B,L,D)
Hundar was the capital of the erstwhile Nubra kingdom in the 17th century, and is home to the Chamba Gompa. This is a day to continue with altitude acclimatisation and for further explorations of the area. An optional Bactrian camel ride will most likely be available here.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: (B,L,D)
After breakfast, you will cross several bridges this morning before entering a gorge where the path is carved out of the steep cliffs on the right. The trail then continues through the barren landscape and climbs above the gorge before arriving at Skarchen. You'll pass under a huge rock overhang before arriving in Skarchen.
Duration: 5hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
The trail today uses paths carved out of the rock cliffs in the river valley and from time to time climbs higher above the river. You will pass chortens and cross simple bridges before reaching the wheat fields which mark the approach to Hundar Dok.
Duration: 5hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
After breakfast; you follow a wide stream up through pastures from where you will see 6,000m peaks in the distance.
Duration: 6hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
After breakfast, you leave the main valley today to trek up a remote Sniu side valley to Sniu Sumdo.
Duration: 6hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
Today; after breakfast, you trek up the valley to the first glacial lakes. Surrounding peaks include Sahib Chasa, Leona Peak and Sniu Kangri.
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
Returning to the main valley you turn right and climb southwards to towards the Lasermo La crossing.
Duration: 6hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
After breakfast, you will continue climbing today prior to crossing the Lasermo La on Day 13.
Duration: 6hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
This is a tough day and probably the most demanding of the whole trek. Crossing the Lasermo La 5,400m pass will take approximately 3 hrs but the views from the summit, weather permitting, should be stunning.
Duration: 6hrs
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Meals: (B,L,D)
This morning, you will visit Pyiang Gompa on the drive back in to Leh. After arriving back in Leh, the rest of the day is at leisure for final sightseeing, shopping. An optional afternoon tour to Hemis monastery (Gompa) is available on request and this is highly recommended.
Duration: 1hrs
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: (B,L,D)
Thank you for joining us on this 14-day Nubra and Shyok valley Trek. Your adventures end's today! An our representative will drop you off at the airport before your scheduled flight. On your way home, you will have plenty of time to plan your next trip to Ladakh. We hope this 14-day Nubra and Shyok valley Trek has enriched your adventures with pleasant memories. Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home. Safe Journey!! We hope to see you again.
Meals: (B)
Itinerary Disclaimer:
Your safety is of imperative concern while travel, please take care to note that; we every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; But" group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. Trek guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Follow the package's Inclusions and Exclusions.
Cost Includes
- On the trekking route: Full camping setup (kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chairs, and more for your comfort
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin-Sharing Basis
- Freshly prepared meals (B, L, D) with boiled water, tea, coffee etc
- Twin sharing tent for accommodation during the trek
- Experienced local trek guide with 1:4 assistant guide to client ratio
- Full support camping crew with (Number of mules to carry load equipment).
- All camping logistical arrangements for your comfort
- All private ground transportation including Bagdogra Airport transfers
- All required permits for trek: Include Inner Line Permit with Protected Area Permit (PAP)
- Sightseeing Tour & Entry to Monuments Fees
- Comprehensive first aid kit with high altitude medicine
- Use a Duffel bag, Sleeping bag (Must be returned after completion of trek)
- Staff wages, equipment, insurance and allowances
- Required documentation, government and local taxes.
- Arrangement of emergency services.
Cost Excludes
- Meals, Lunch and Dinner in Leh Hotel Omasila
- Extra night accommodation (Early arrival from trek due to any reason)
- Additional Horse or porters due to natural calamitie during trek
- Personal expenses and personal trekking equipment
- Tips for the Guide, staffs and Driver(Tipping is expected).
- Any others expenses which are not menti
Why didn't AlpineTrav Include the price in the package?
Price for the trip:
- The trip cost always depends on group size, hotel accommodation category and client’s desire budget
- The included itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which AlpineTrav you. This trekking itinerary can be modified according to your time and requirements
- The itinerary shall be changed after an understanding between both AlpineTrav and the client. Additional activities could be either added or reduced as per client’s request before the trip confirmation
- Price shall be adjusted in our mutual understanding, if the client intends to add some services we shall charge him/ her for those additional services and if he/she intends to lessen some services, we shall wave the charges accordingly
- The itinerary is published in full board services for the better understanding to the client. Among many options such as hotel facilities in Leh, the client can make his/her own choice
- The cost is also affected by the number of employees‒ guides and porters
- Please contact us for any information about in your selected package.
Useful Information
For your information, international flights and India’s “entry visa fee” are not included. Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request a private room. So if you want to upgrade to better hotels in the cities, please contact us for your customized services.
Meals on the trail
All meals are included during the trekking period. We will provide three meals a day (B,L,D) during the trek. Since this is a full camping trek, our kitchen crew will serve freshly prepared meals during the trek. We consider hearty and delicious meals as a key component to the overall success of our trip. You can and is encouraged to bring along comfort food which you enjoy eating – chocolates, power bars, dry fruits, candies, other snacks etc. If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we will be sure to pass your message to your guide.
Drinking Water
We provide boiled water for drinking purposes on all our treks. During meal time, you can ask your guide to fill the hot water for you. We strongly discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles such as mineral water on all our trips. Carrying a hot water bottle is highly recommended.
Accommodation on the trail
In Leh, we manage a three-star hotel offering a bed and breakfast plan on a twin-sharing basis. We can also manage a single room upon your request, but at an extra cost. Likewise, if you prefer more luxurious accommodations, it is also possible, but it costs more. Yet, due to the remote location and the lack of facilities at lodges or homestay along the trek, trekkers must stay in a tented camp throughout the expedition.
Trekking: Camping
Your accommodation during the trekking period will be fully tented camping. A tent will be provided for every 2 travellers with a foam mattress. In the case of a single, we will arrange a single tent for you by default at no additional cost. There will also be a kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chairs, and more for your comfort. Our trekking team will carry all of the tent equipment for your worry-free and easy journey.
Typical day:
The daily wake-up time while on the trek will be between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM. During the camping period, you will be provided with a small basin of hot water for your morning bath and a cup of tea in your tent. After a hearty breakfast, you will set out on the day’s hike. Before breakfast, you will need to pack your duffel bag as it will be loaded by the mules, while you have breakfast. After a 3-4 hour hike, you will stop for lunch. The afternoon hike is usually shorter and you will usually reach your destination in time for afternoon tea. The rest of the time can be spent exploring, doing laundry or relaxing with a good book.
Weather and temperature in Rumtse Tso Moriri
The region is a high-altitude cold desert with sunny days and freezing nights. Weather & Temperature
- Winter (Nov–April): Extremely cold with temperatures regularly plunging to -30°C. Heavy snowfall is common, often closing high mountain passes like Khardung La and Chang La for brief periods.
- Summer (May–Sept): The most popular time for tourism, with daytime temperatures ranging from 15°C to 30°C, though nights remain cool (5°C to 15°C).
- Cold Desert Extremes: Some regions, such as Dras, can see temperatures as extreme as -60°C
Additional Information
Other information such as (Insurance, Arrival Instructions, Visa and Passport etc) required for the trip will be provided after your trip confirmation. Please feel free to get in touch with us if you require more information about the trip.
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FAQs
To plan a trek and get off to a good start, it’s always a good idea to learn a little more about the area and even catch a few checkpoints. These FAQs will answer your most important question marks and provide tips to plan your trek with confidence. So, let’s get into them.
FAQs About Nubra Valley Trek
Nubra Shyok Valley Trek cost USD 2450 per person. The cost is an all-inclusive price that covers most of the trek’s expenses, including three times meals a day throughout the trek, accommodation, all ground transportation, a permit, and a trekking guide, porters, cook, Sherpa, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chairs, sleeping tent. Likewise, the cost covers sleeping bags and duffel bags, so don’t need to purchase equipment for one-time use. However, the cost varies depending on several factors. However, if you are in a large group, feel free to contact us for group discounts and availability. AlpineTrav offers exclusive group discounts for large-group trekkers.
Yes, it is required. Due to its proximity to the China/Pakistan border, a permit known as an Inner-Line Permit (ILP) or Restricted Area Permit (RAP) is required to enter every part of Ladakh. This permit can be obtained in Leh. Which should be booked through a local company in Leh.
The best time for the Nubra Shyok Valley Trek is from June to September. During these months, the weather is pleasant and sunny, and the mountain passes, including the high-altitude Khardung La, are open and safe for trekking. Peak Season (July – September): Offers the best, most comfortable weather for hiking through the valley, with accessible routes and clear skies.Early Season (May – June): Good for spotting the contrast between snow-covered peaks and the blooming, green valley.Autumn (September – October): Offers crisp air, clear views, and golden, colorful landscapes, ideal for photography. It is important to note that this is a challenging, high-altitude trek (crossing Khardung La at (5,600m), so good physical fitness is essential.
The Nubra-Shyok Valley Trek is generally considered a moderate-difficulty trek, suitable for beginners and enthusiasts high-altitude experience. While not requiring technical mountaineering skills, it is challenging due to thin air, reaching elevation 5,400 meters (Lasermo La), and rocky, steep terrain that requires good physical fitness. And the long trekking days, averaging 6–7 hours of walking daily. In spite of its moderate to challenging nature, the trek is achievable with proper planning and fitness level, making it a moderatr to challenging but rewarding journey. The major factors that add to the difficulty of the Nubra-Shyok Valley trek are:
In Nubra Shyok Valley Trek. You will stay tent camp. However; since you will be trekking in remote areas, The gear listed below is recommended for this trip. We encourage you to get all the equipment listed below for the trip and please check and try each piece of equipment. But, you can also buy or hire the in Leh.
Clothing and Footwear
– Hiking boots & Hiking socks
– Trekking pole/s & Hiking pants
– T-shirt with wicking qualities
– Fleece Sweater & Wind stopper jacket
– Gore-Tex /down pants & jacket (if trekking in high passes)
– Hat (sun/cold) & Gloves/mitts
– Gaiters (if trekking in High passes)
– Fleece pants & Vest /Beanie
– Thermals: Top, pants, gloves, socks, balaclava
– Rucksack/backpack with cover
– Weatherproof pack cover
– Sleeping bag & Sleeping bag liner
– Head torch & Spare batteries & globes
– First aid kit & Water bottles
– Sunglasses & Sun block
– Toothpaste & toothbrush
– Rain coat or Umbrella (if trekking in Monsoon)
– Toilet trowel
– Water purification tablets (if water use by purification)
– Camera & accessories
– Pencils and note books, reading books
Documents
– Passport with visa and validity of 6 months after your trip completion
– 4 copies of passport size photos for permits and official formalities
– Travel Insurance (Please refer to the general information page for more detail about it)
– Flight tickets
– Credit cards in case of emergencies
– Driving ID or any other ID in case of loss of your passport.
(Please carry the photocopy of all the documents along with you and leave a copy to next of kin)
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