Chadar Frozen River Trek

Summary

Chadar trek is one for the adrenaline-junkies that like to go all in or all out. This trek will give you a chance to walk on the frozen Zanskar River. It is a huge favourite among Indians and travellers from abroad. Meant to be tried only by seasoned professionals, Chadar river trek is about endurance, focus and fitness.

Tour info

Duration
9 days
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The beauty of this region attracts a lot of visitors, but its harsh and deserted environment is quite demanding. On a Zanskar Valley trek, you would meet the locals and understand their way of living in one of the most uninhabitable regions in the world; some locals stay in the camps alongside the banks. Meeting with these locals who sustain a challenging lifestyle or a livelihood in these conditions is sure to charge you up.

What’s included?

  • Vegetarian meals on the trek (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) starting on Day 4 Pack Lunch to Day 8 Breakfast

  • Skilled local staff who has ample knowledge of the route.

  • Stay in Guest Houses on Triple/Quad sharing basis in Leh on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Day 8.

  • Hot water in buckets shall be provided on request while staying in Guest House in Leh

  • Common Kitchen/Dining/Toilet tents will be used during the trek

  • Cooks/Helper and other requisite staff.

  • Porters for carrying common equipments (like rations/tents/utensils/groceries)

  • Equipment – Tents on triple & quad sharing basis / Sleeping bags / Sleeping Mats

  • Basic First aid Kit with a portable oxygen cylinder.

  • Facility of keeping extra luggage at Leh when leaving for trek

  • GST @ 5%

  • Personal trekking equipment – like Gum Boots, trekking poles or sleeping bag liners

  • Personal insurance or cost of emergency evacuation

  • Permit/Wild life fee/ALTOA fee/Insurance

  • Personal Porters for carrying trekker’s backpacks

  • Any Meals & Transportation when in Leh on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 8 and Day 9

  • Airport Pick and Drop

  • Cost of transport, meals and stay if in case you leave the trek in between and return

  • Room Heaters at Guest House in Leh

  • There is no centralized heating and Portable heaters provided.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Adventure Nation

About operator:

Adventure Nation (The Outdoors Tribe) is a community of adventure and outdoor enthusiasts completely dedicated to meeting all the needs of people wanting to travel for adventure and nature. We energize people by making them explore nature in a safe and sustainable way; an Adventure Company focused to deliver quality adventure treks, expeditions across the land, water, and air.

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