Temperature
-10 to 15° C
distance
118km
season
July - Sept
Parang La, a high-altitude pass connecting Spiti valley in Himachal to Korzok in Ladakh, is a crown jewel amongst the treks in Himachal Pradesh.
This is an excursion for seasoned trekkers, as the entire trail lies above 4000+ meters ASL, maxing out at 5,580 meters.
Parang La is also the elite member of the 100 km+ alpine trail club, with the total distance covered clocking in at 118 kilometers.
This historic trade route leads one through steep gorges, over massive glaciers and ice-fields, along the massive river basin of the 'Pare chu' river, ultimately arriving to the far reaches of India, near the Tibetan border, and the vast high-altitude wetlands that lead up to the stunning 'Tso Moriri', all while traversing the rugged landscape and altitude.
An interesting fact: The majority of this trail, including the pass, is located in Himachal, with just 15% lying in Ladakh.
The other major attraction of this trip is the opportunity to witness the diverse and atypical wildlife that exists in both regions.
In the Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary (Spiti, Himachal),
Sightings of Himalayan ibex, blue sheep, snow cock and golden eagle are common. One may also get lucky with glimpses of the Tibetan wolf, red fox and even a snow leopard.
In the Ladakh region, one can see kiangs (Tibetan wild asses), yaks, marmots, Tibetan antelopes, and, if lucky, the Eurasian lynx.
The wetlands of Tso Moriri are home to many migratory birds, such as
Black-necked cranes
Bar-headed geese
Great-crested grebe
White-eyed pochard or the Siberian duck
and more.
These many attractions make this trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience, especially since you can enjoy the cold deserts of Spiti and Ladakh at the same time.
Itinerary
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Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Permits and Fee
- Transfers according to the itinerary
- Accommodation in Hotel/Lodge/Home-stay/Dorm as per the itinerary
- Accommodation in tents [ twin sharing basis ] during the trek
- Packed lunch / snacks as per detailed itinerary
- All meals during trek
- Experienced Trek leads, local guides, cooks and support staff
- First aid Kit with portable oxygen cylinder
- Camping equipment as per itinerary
- Mules/Porters for common logistics
- Flight / Bus tickets to the source point
- Travel or accidental insurance
- Mineral water during the trek
- Expenses that are personal in nature
- Personal porterage on porters or mules
- Additional expenses incurred to the detailed itinerary, arising due to Force Majeure or unforeseen circumstances
- Additional permits/documentation work for foreign nationals
- Any Services not mentioned in the inclusions