Leh and Ladakh - Paradise for Trekking in India

Majestic Himalayan Mountains are located at top of India, it offer various wonderful trekking destinations for venture lovers in the country. Ladakh is also one of them. This region is like paradise for adventure lovers in India. It has some wonderful trails of Himalayan Mountains. Trekking in Ladakh is one of the most exciting experiences for adventure lovers. There are various high passes, snow capped mountains peaks and rough terrain in Ladakh region offer unlimited possibilities of trekking activities. Trekking in this region is difficult but very exciting. On your trail in Ladakh, you can explore amazing natural sights of majestic Himalayan Mountains and life style of local people. The most famous adventures destinations of Ladakh are following.

Kargil
It is a picturesque valley located in the deep Himalayan Ranges at India and Pakistan border. It has pleasing natural beauty and famous for exploration and eco tourism. There are various exciting trekking routes in Kargil attracts adventure lovers from all over the world. Drass, Suru and valleys are most famous region around Kargil for venture lovers. Padum to Lamayuru trail is one of the most famous routes in Kargil. Here tourist can explore the picturesque natural sights and various famous monasteries. Lamayuru Gompa, Karsha Monastery and Wanla village are the major attractions of this trail.

Zanskar
This is another beautiful valley of Ladakh. It is a 300 km long and located in inner Himalayan ranges. This is one of the most difficult trekking regions in Ladakh. This valley is covered by the ice capped mountains from all around. There are various famous trekking routes in this valley offer exciting views of Himalayan Mountains. Zanskar Sumdo to Chumi Napo, Lakham to Kurgiak and Tetha to Purni are the famous trails around this valley. En route tourist can also visit various old and famous monasteries of this region.

Indus Valley
Indus valley is one of the most deserving destinations of Leh Ladakh tourism. This valley is formed by the Indus River. This river has much importance in Ladakh and flows from various regions of Ladakh. Indus valley also touches the border of Pakistan and China. En route tourists can visit various famous monasteries of Ladakh like Spituk, Phyang, Likir, Ridzong and Hemis. Likir to Yangthang, Yangthang to Sermanchan, Sermanchan to Wanla, and Wanla to Lamayuru are the most famous trails of Indus valley.

These three are the famous regions of India Trek in Ladakh. But trekking in these regions is not an easy task for new trekkers. So you have to prepare yourself physically as well as mentally to make your tour more exciting and enjoying.




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