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Ladakh Winter Chadar Trek Experience-8N/9D

🚐 Pickup & Drop:Leh Airport / Leh Bus Stand

📍 Destinations Covered: Leh – Chilling – Tilat Sumdo – Shingra Koma – Tibb – Nerak – Frozen Zanskar – Leh

💰 Price: ₹ ₹ ₹42,500 /-Per Person

Minimum Pax:10

Tour Highlight

Experience the iconic Chadar trek, the best frozen river trek in Ladakh. Walk on the icy Zanskar river, visit Nerak village, and witness frozen waterfalls and winter Ladakh beauty. Ideal for snow trekking, Leh winter tours, and Himalayan adventures. Stay in Leh homestays, enjoy snow hikes, and explore remote Ladakhi culture on foot. Perfect for January Ladakh travel.

🗓️ Day-Wise Itinerary

📍 Destinations Covered: Leh – Chilling – Tilat Sumdo – Shingra Koma – Tibb – Nerak – Frozen Zanskar – Leh


Day 1: Arrival in Leh (Acclimatization Day)

  • Arrive at Leh Airport, transfer to hotel.
  • Acclimatization to high altitude (mandatory).
  • Short walk around Leh Market in the evening.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.

Day 2: Medical Check-up & Briefing

  • Medical examination by local authorities (mandatory for Chadar trek permit).
  • Trek briefing and equipment check.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.

Day 3: Leh – Chilling – Tilat Sumdo (Trek Begins)

  • Drive to Chilling and trek starts along the frozen Zanskar River.
  • Reach Tilat Sumdo and set up camp.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

Day 4: Tilat Sumdo – Shingra Koma

  • Walk carefully on the icy surface, witness ice formations & snow canyons.
  • Reach Shingra Koma campsite.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

Day 5: Shingra Koma – Tibb Cave

  • Trek to Tibb, passing frozen waterfalls and canyon walls.
  • Hot lunch served midway.
  • Overnight camping near Tibb Cave.

Day 6: Tibb – Nerak (Main Chadar Spot)

  • Trek to Nerak Village (highlight point of Chadar).
  • See the giant frozen waterfall, and prayer flags along the cliffs.
  • Overnight at Nerak camp.

Day 7: Nerak – Tibb

  • Return trek from Nerak to Tibb.
  • Interact with locals, enjoy scenic winter Ladakh.
  • Overnight camping.

Day 8: Tibb – Shingra Koma – Leh

  • Final trek back to Shingra Koma.
  • Drive to Leh from Chilling.
  • Hot shower and relax.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.

Day 9: Departure from Leh

  • Early morning airport drop.
  • Tour ends with lifetime memories.


💰 Price Per Person

  • ₹42,500 per person (minimum 10 pax)
  • ₹7,000 extra for solo tent accommodation
  • Children below 14 not allowed

💳 Payment Policy

  • 40% advance to confirm booking
  • Balance due 15 days prior to departure
  • Cancellation:
    • 25+ days before: 70% refund
    • 15–24 days: 30% refund
    • <15 days: No refund

(Note: Pricing includes Chadar Trek permit charges, eco-tax, and support team charges.)


📆 Best Time to Visit

  • January to mid-February is the only window for the Chadar Trek.
  • Ideal time for frozen river trek lovers and extreme winter adventurers.

✅ Inclusions

  • Leh accommodation (3N hotel, 5N camping)
  • All meals (from Day 3 to Day 8)
  • Trek permits and environment fees
  • Experienced trek leader and support staff
  • Medical kit with oxygen cylinder
  • Sleeping bags, mats, and tent setup
  • Transport from Leh to trek start point & return

❌ Exclusions

  • Airfare to Leh
  • Personal gear (jackets, shoes, etc.)
  • Insurance & emergency evacuation
  • Bottled water, personal expenses
  • Tips or additional sightseeing


📜 Terms & Conditions

  • Trek only for medically fit persons over 15 years
  • No refunds due to weather-related disruptions
  • Organizers not liable for natural calamities
  • Follow Leave No Trace policy
  • No littering or plastic near frozen river

🎒 Must Carry

  • 2-layer thermal innerwear
  • Waterproof gloves, balaclava
  • Snow trek shoes
  • UV sunglasses
  • Small medical kit
  • Reusable water bottle

⚠️ Do’s & Don’ts

Do:

  • Carry thermal wear & trek shoes with good grip
  • Listen to the trek leader always
  • Hydrate frequently despite cold

Don’t:

  • Consume alcohol or smoke at altitude
  • Venture off trail or disturb frozen river surface
  • Travel without medical fitness clearance