Markha Valley Trek in Ladakh
Markha Valley Trek in Ladakh, a breathtaking trekking route in the Indian Himalayas, offers a unique blend of stunning mountain landscapes and rich Ladakhi cultural experiences. During my initial trek to Roopkund, I was inspired by a French lady who embarked on a solo trek with a guide. This experience ignited a passion within me for solo trekking, and it quickly became a top priority on my list. Since 2013, I’ve been trekking frequently, gaining valuable experience with various treks, including Roopkund, Chadar, and Kashmir Great Lakes. With each trek, my confidence grew, and in 2014, I decided to take the plunge and embark on a solo trek (with a guide) to Markha Valley. I meticulously planned my route, booked my flights, and shared my exciting adventure with a few friends. As the date approached, my confidence soared, and I found myself motivated to conquer the highest trekking summit of India, Stok Kangri, after completing Markha Valley. The exhilarating rush of high-altitude mountains had become an addiction, and the challenge of trekking solo to Markha Valley and Stok Kangri consumed my thoughts relentlessly.
Difficulty level: Difficult Route: Zinchen - Yurutse - Ganda La Base Camp - Ganda La - Skiu - Markha - Thachuntse - Nimaling - Kongmaru La - Shang Sumdo Total distance covered: 90 km Passes crossed: Ganda La (4800m/15750 ft), Kongmaru La (5200m/17060 ft) No. of trekking days: Planned - 7 days (including one rest day at Markha Valley), Actual - 6 days. No. of acclimatisation days in Leh before the trek: 2 days Dates I trekked on: 25 Aug 2014 - 30 Aug 2014 Best time for Markha Valley Trek: July - Aug
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AUTHORNamaste! I'm Medhavi Davda.
I travel to Evolve.. In Nature, I confide.. I find my calling in the Himalayas.. In the Oceans, I meditate.. A High-Altitude Trekker & PADI certified SCUBA Diver, I love exploring the heights and depths of the planet with my regular doses of mountains and oceans. Discovering myself & life through nature, adventures, travels, sports and dance has been an addiction since my existence! Recent PostsRavenousLegs on Instagram RavenousLegs on FacebookRavenousLegs on X |