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Zanskar Valley 8N/9D Chadar Trek — Walk the Frozen River
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Stay Included
Breakfast Included
Sightseeing Included
No Flights
What makes this journey unforgettable.
The Chadar Trek — walking 105km on the frozen Zanskar River through one of the world's most dramatic gorges. Temperatures plunge to -30°C. You sleep in caves. The river groans and cracks beneath your feet. January to February only. One of India's most extraordinary adventures.
Walk the frozen Zanskar River — the Chadar (blanket of ice)
Sleep in river caves at -20°C
Nerak Frozen Waterfall — the crown jewel of the trek
Vertical cliff gorge walls rising 4,000 feet above
Support from experienced Zanskari guides who grew up on this route
Included: all cold-weather gear, crampons, sleeping bags rated -30°C
Your journey, unfolded.
What's in — and what's not.
What's included
- Leh hotel 3 nights (acclimatization + post-trek)
- Cave camping during trek (2-3 nights)
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner throughout)
- Experienced Zanskari trek leader and assistant guide
- Porters for all gear and supplies
- Cold weather kit: double-layer sleeping bag, crampons, balaclava, gloves
- Permits (Inner Line + Chadar Trek permit)
- Emergency oxygen cylinder and first aid kit
- Vehicle transfers Leh-Chilling and return
Not included
- Flights to Leh
- Travel and medical insurance (mandatory)
- Personal thermal clothing (layering system)
- Tips for guides and porters (customary)
- Any medical evacuation costs
Comfort you'll remember.
Hotel Grand Willow Leh + river cave camps
3-star accommodation
Leh nights in comfortable 3-star hotel with heating, hot water and good meals. Trek nights in river caves used by Zanskaris for centuries — camp kitchen sets up inside, guide cooks hot dal and rice. Sleeping bags rated to -30°C provided.
Signature activities
Chadar frozen river trekkingNerak frozen waterfallCave campingIce walking with cramponsZanskari folk music eveningsHigh altitude stargazing
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Know before you go
Valid government-issued ID required for check-in at all hotels.
Package price is per person based on double/twin sharing occupancy.
International airfare is not included unless explicitly stated.
Room upgrades, mini-bar, and personal expenses are not covered.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all international packages.
Itinerary is subject to change due to weather or local conditions.
Visa assistance is available — contact your planner for guidance.
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