Changthang Peaks *exploratory
We explore newly opened 6000m peaks and regions
With the opening of many new trekking peaks, and the new easy permitting system, we can go wild on
6000-6500m peaks. This is the first in a probable series of explorations in the Pangong and Ladakh Range peaks, and we
think these are ideal for three week trekking-climbing trips. Lets see!
We hope and think that the peaks in this area will be non-technical, although will take limited gear.
So we will use ice axe and crampons but can perhaps get away without using ropes - lets see (and expression that will
probably be used a lot!) You must have some prior mountaineering experience or have completed a basic mountaineering
course.
A big thanks goes to Bruce for inspiration and detailed trail notes.
Outline Itinerary
The itinerary is subject to change as I am still refining the itinerary, but the dates and expedition price are
fixed. It is likely sort of reverse the trek.
Day 1 - Sunday 29 July 2012 - arrive Leh 3400m
You should arrive in Leh today. We have plenty of stress-busting unwind time at the beginning of the trip.
2 - rest Leh 3400m
Time to relax or to explore, and the all important time acclimatizing. Leh is a sightseer's and photographer's
paradise.
3 - rest Leh 3400m
With the big jump in altitude tomorrow, we need further acclimatization in Leh.
4 - drive Taruk 4000m
On our way, we camp in peace.
5 - rest Taruk 4000m
Yes, yet another acclimatization day but there is a village and gompa to explore, or time to finish that book.
6 - trek 4240m camp
Up the broad valley we go, lets find a wonderful camping place!
7 - trek 4390m camp
A spacious valley with big peak views.
8 - trek 4560m Base Camp
We put ourselves in the best position to explore and climb.
9 - 4560m Base Camp
We take a couple of days to explore in the three different directions.
10 - 4560m Base Camp
Another day exploring and working out which peak we will climb.
11 - trek High Camp ~5000m
We now make a serious attempt on a peak, by making a high camp.
12 - rest/climb?
Lets see what the possibilities are, and how everyone is feeling. Perhaps we can even climb a peak today and
tomorrow!
13 - climb, stay High Camp
We attempt that 6000m peak, will be a long and tough day.
14 - Valley camp ~5000m
Returning to our 4560m camp for lunch, we continue trekking up the opposite Ladakh Range and find a good camping
spot.
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Highlights
+ big sky trekking
+ straightforward, non-technical peaks
+ no other trekkers
+ glorious views
+ beautiful remote camps
+ de-stress time
2012 Dates
29 July-17 Aug, 20 days
Cost - US$2680
* US$2480 if booked by 2 Apr 2012
Domestic flights NOT included (meet in Leh)
Max 9 bookings
Leader
Jamie McGuinness Nepal mobile: (+977) 98021 49789
on trek satellite SMS: +88216 21273393
Leh office and hotel
Rinchen
Wonderland Trek and Tour
Hotel Shaynam
Old Road, Leh
tel: +91 1982 255 990
Mob1: +91 94191 79154
Mob2: +91 99069 90444
Extra hotel nights: US$25 single, US$30 double
Our service includes
Hotel in Leh
Domestic flights as needed, local departure tax
Group transportation by private vehicle
Expedition-style trek:
all meals and hot drinks
roomy single tent (double for couples)
Our service excludes
Airport transfers and Delhi hotel, but we can advise
Meals in Delhi, Manali, Leh, insurance, India visa, international flights, equipment rental, alcohol and soft drinks, laundry,
tipping and other items of a personal nature
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15 - High camp
Continuing up the valley, we find a camp for another peak.
16 - climb, High camp
Fast and light, and strong at altitude, hopefully we nail another 6000m peak and return to the High camp.
17 - Rong camp
We cross the main Ladakh range and camp down the other side.
18 - trek to the road
We head down and down to near the Indus.
19 - drive Leh
Angchuk and the team pick us up. Lets have a celebration in Leh!
Day 20 - Friday 17 August 2012 - depart
You are free to fly out today to Delhi - or to stay in Leh for an extra day or two... The Leh-Delhi flight should get
you to Delhi before midday, but do note that on rare occasions it can be delayed a day by bad weather.
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