Kongmaru La Pass: Summit Day of the Markha Valley Trek (5,400m)
The Markha Valley trek builds towards one moment. For six days, you walk through Hemis National Park, cross the Zanskar River, sleep in Ladakhi homestays, and watch Kang Yatse grow larger on the eastern horizon. Then comes Day 7. The day you stand on top of Kongmaru La Pass. At approximately 5,400 metres (some sources […]
Markha Valley Homestay Experience: Living with Ladakhi Families
The Markha Valley trek is unlike any other Himalayan trek in India. You walk 75 kilometres through Hemis National Park, cross two high passes, and wake up every morning to the sight of Kang Yatse towering over the valley. But that is not what makes it special. What makes it special is this: you sleep […]
Markha Valley Trek 2026: 10-Day Itinerary, Cost, Homestays & Difficulty
By Kiran Gurung · Founder, Glacier Treks & Adventure · IMF-certified mountaineer Published: 5 August 2026 · Last updated: 5 August 2026 The Markha Valley Trek is a 10-day, 75-kilometre Himalayan trek in Ladakh that traverses the Hemis National Park, crosses two high passes — Ganda La (4,800m) and Kongmaru La (5,260m) — and is […]
Ladakh Acclimatization 2026: Complete Guide
If you are planning to travel to Ladakh, acclimatization is the most critical factor for a safe and enjoyable trip. The high altitude of Leh (3,500 meters / 11,500 feet) and even higher trekking passes can cause acute mountain sickness (AMS) if you ascend too quickly. Understanding Ladakh acclimatization properly before your journey will help […]
Trekking in Ladakh 2026: 12 Best Treks, Permits, Acclimatization & Cost
By Kiran Gurung · Founder, Glacier Treks & Adventure · IMF-certified mountaineer Published: 20 July 2026 · Last updated: 20 July 2026 Trekking in Ladakh means walking through the high-altitude cold desert of the Indian Trans-Himalaya, with most trails ranging from 3,500 metres to 5,400 metres. The standard trekking season runs from June to early […]
Is the Markha Valley Trek Difficult for Beginners?
Introduction: Markha Valley Trek Markha Valley Trek difficulty is arguably the most frequent issue that first-time trekkers consider as they set out on an adventure that will take them to the Himalayas. Novices tend to inquire about whether this expedition is so strenuous, whether one needs previous trekking experience, or whether it is the first […]