Dzo Jongo Trek
Dzo-Jongo peak is situated just off the Kang Yatse peak at the head of the Markha Valley. On the Nimaling Plateau. The Dzo-Jongo has two summits, a steep and difficult climb to the actual summit. There are many approaches to this peak; the most common is the Markha Valley from Skiu. This is the same route as the Kang Yatse expedition. The peak of the summit gives a spectacular view of Stok la. Kang Yatse peaks, Changthang valley mountains and distant Karakoram range. The trek practically takes 3 high passes (5100+ metres) from Shiul, Chak and Kongmaru La passes, very rarely on most of the treks. The greener side of the Markha Valley can be viewed from Kongmaru La Pass. Although the steep climb calls for crampons and roping up, Dzo-Jongo peak is not technical. Therefore, just as with Stok Kangri, it is recommended for anyone with a little experience. For anyone looking to try 6000 metres, it is a perfect chance and not that boring. It’s also ideal for individuals who are attempting to train for major mountain expeditions.
- Welcome to India, a country where hospitality is a way of life.
- Steeped in culture, a land of music and dance where history resides. You are going to be greeted at the Airport and transfer to hotel for overnight stay in Delhi.
- Today early Morning, we will transfer you to the Delhi airport to board flight to Leh.
- Arrive at Leh and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
- Hike to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace in the morning after breakfast, Free day for acclimatising and shopping in Leh.
- You can stroll down to the nearest market at night on your own or spend some spare time.
- Time: 5 hrs
- Distance: 60 km
- Max Elevation: 3400 m
- Drive to Chilling, cross the Zanskar River after breakfast and follow the road to the Markha Valley.
- This is a simple hike that will take about four hours to reach Skiu, from Chilling to Skiu. The trek path is very interesting, and the scenery is very special and fascinating.
- Time: 8 hrs
- Distance: 18km
- Max Elevation:3700 Mtrs
- Walk to Markha in the morning after breakfast. The walk to the beautiful valley of Markha, through the bushes and tiny wood bridges along the river Markha.
- Markha is the main village, With about 20 families in the valley. visit the old monastery in the evening.
- Time: 7 hrs
- Distance: 12km
- Max Elevation:4100 Mtrs
- Hike to Thathungtse, cross the river and come across Hankar and follow the trail to Thathungtse.
- On a clear weather you can get a glimpse of the Kang Yatse peak, towering right in front of you.
- Time: 8 hrs
- Distance: 12km
- Max Elevation:5500 Mtrs
- Continue your trek to the Base Camp after breakfast.
- Cross a few gentle slopes and a Chain of glassy ridges of the Nimaling Plateau with green pastures, you can see during the summers.
- Flocks of sheep, goats and yaks grazing. Towards the south, you get your first view of Dzo Jongo.
- This day is a rest day, or you can do some exercise in physical fitness and explore nearby.
- Don’t forget to check your climbing equipment for tomorrow.
- Time:9hrs
- Distance: 18km
- Max Elevation:6200 Mtrs
- Hike to Dzo Jongo summit very early in the morning.
- Spectacular view of Zanskar, Karakoram, Kang Yatse 1 & 2, Stok awaits you.
- Reserve day for summit in case of bad weather. Overnight stay in base camp.
- Time: 6 hrs
- Distance: 17km
- Max Elevation:5260 Mtrs
- Hike to Kongmaru La (5260m) via Nimaling. Descent steep from Kongmaru la to
Chuskirmo camp. - Set up a camp at Chukirmo.
- Time: 2 hrs
- Distance: 3km
- Max Elevation:4140 Mtrs
- Walk down to the village of Chokdo.
- Board the waiting vehicles and drive back to Leh.
- Check out the hotel and transfer to the airport to catch a flight to next destination.
- The summit can be done from Shang- Sumdo and Spituk trek.
- All itineraries can be customized as per customer ability and preference.