It?s a rough, thrilling expedition laid in Leh that is purely a hidden gem peculiarly for escapades. Chadar Trek is no doubt a must visit spot. It is extremely a place to mark the existence of a lifetime?
It is unique in many aspects during cold and harsh winters be it geographically, geologically or culturally. Zanskar is an accepted avenue which the people of Zanskar use to connect themselves to Leh and other regions of Ladakh. In the winter when the Zanskar River freezes, the ice sheet is referred to as Chadar, that also means Cover. It takes at least a month after the onset of winter to form the Chadar. Call it a frozen river or Chase trek, it? is known as the most difficult Himalayan Treks. It raised the cravings of young lively souls that are way to find and crazy to experience the beautiful moments. Facing challenges is what awaits at the end with lovely worthwhile experiences? indulge in the pure satisfaction. For someone who is a new bud to trekking can be at a bigger risk. Gear up, check your list- fitness level, getting the right layers of clothing and other essentials to combat the weather at that altitude.? And to sum up, experience will be short of words ,as ?amazing? is an understatement for it.. Chadar Trek is more about facing the harsh temperatures and being well prepared for it. I?m damn sure the excitement will induce a thousand questions.
What will you pack back!
Your trek will definitely get you back with lovely, joyful, mesmerising and jarful emotions of moments. You will purely get the one of the best dreamy trips-Penguin walk in gumboots on the frozen Zanskar, Giving a shout out, screaming to the peak of voice, hearing a heart out in the soulful place, experiencing a sweet sleep cocooned in sleeping bags, witness Heaven morning thru your naked eyes, joyful slid down an ice slide made in the frozen river but be careful! If lucky enough you can get a ride on the sledge. Chadar Trek BanBanjara is customary for every trekker to experience.?
How can someone miss this place?
Tranquil melting sight at night with multitudes of stars shining down,the feeling of looking up at a starlit sky is just awe-inspiring, it?s just fantastic. You will find yourself in the middle of nowhere in -25 degree temperatures. The chilly night and the moment of oneness with the universe is a memory imprinted,meditating at Shanti Stupa and more to mention but rather start packing.
Heaven strikes here
The blue blissful colour laid up and down all through with gorgeous views spread over miles of distance actually everywhere where one’s eyes can roll.
Common! enroute to Bakula ? the starting point of the Chadar Trek with sighting the magically stunning hue of blue Zanskar river. Snowy Road and the Zanskar is closely a deadly combination to make you go insane and unrealistic that you can experience it. It’s gonna be risky, curious and cautious even while driving through landslide prone area. While exploring your wilderness you have to navigate the way through the rocks. Peaceful is what ? A freshly prepared Fried Rice for Lunch ? This will be indeed a luxury considering the place where you will be. It will be just an awe striking trek.
Complete list your the glorious journey
-Rucksack/Day pack
-Duffel back with personal gear
-Garbage bag (micro-polythene disposable bags)
-Sleeping bag
-Waterproof, high ankle hiking boots, trekking shoes, Half three-point crampons or front spikes for grip on ice,Trekking pole,pairs of thermal, thick wool and synthetic socks and seven pairs of liner socks
-Fleece pants/Inner thermals/Quick-dries/Waterproof outer pants
-Fleece jacket/Windproof jacket
Raincoat/poncho
-Thermal inners, both lower and upper
-Good waterproof outers
-Wool hat that covers the ears
-Long-sleeved thermal shirts/light fleece shirts for trekking
-Two pairs of fleece/woollen inner gloves
-Outer synthetic water-proof gloves
-Bandanna/Scarf
-Sunglasses with UV protection
-Lip protection + Moisturiser with high SPF
-water bottles, preferably with insulated cover
-Headlamp/flashlight with spare batteries – cold kills batteries
-Camera,spare batteries memory cards
-Lightweight toiletries
-Personal hygiene stuff
-Ear plugs
-Proper first aid kit
The medical check-up is mandatory to take place in SNM Hospital in Leh. If, All goes well you are welcomed for the trek otherwise Back to Pavilion!
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