Ladakh Peak Climbing

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About Peak Climbing Expedition in Ladakh

The adventure of peak climbing cannot get any better than in Ladakh. Nestled between the Himalayas, Zanskar, and the Karakoram Ranges, Ladakh is an ultimate base for mountaineers looking for some of the most challenging and adrenaline rushing climbing experiences in the world.

For mountain climbing in Ladakh, there are 7-thousanders and 6-thousanders that keep this adventure activity worth your while. But then, there’s also some challenging 5-thousanders which make Ladakh quite an interesting destination for peak climbing. Amongst the most popular peaks in Ladakh are Stok Kangri (6,150m) in Zanskar Range, Nun (7,135m) and Kun (7,077m) in the Himalayan Range, and Saser-I (7,415 m), Saser -II (7,513m) and Saser III (7,495 m) in Karakoram Range.

Best Peaks for Climbing in Ladakh

In the Himalayan Range

  • Nun Peak at 7,135m
  • Kun Peak at 7,077m

In the Zanskar Range

  • Stok Kangri at 6,150m
  • Gulap Khangri at 5,900 m
  • Matho West at 5,950m
  • Kantak at 5,275 m

In the Karakoram Range

  • Saser-I at 7,415 m
  • Saser -II at 7,513m
  • Saser III at 7,495 m

Best Ladakh Adventure Tour Packages

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9 Nights - 10 Days

Nubra Valley Trek

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16 Nights - 17 Days

Ladakh Zanskar Trek

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12 Nights - 13 Days

Frozen River Trek

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10 Nights - 11 Days

Markha Valley Trek

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12 Nights - 13 Days

Snow Leopard Trek

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6 Nights - 7 Days

Sham Valley Trek

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9 Nights - 10 Days

Stok Kangri Trek

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10 Nights - 11 Days

Tso Moriri Lake Trek

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18 Nights - 19 Days

Darcha Padum Trek

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7 Nights - 8 Days

Indus Valley Trek

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18 Nights - 19 Days

Southern Zanskar Trek

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22 Nights - 23 Days

Manali Ladakh Trek

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19 Nights - 20 Days

Spiti to Ladakh Trek

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15 Nights - 16 Days

Rupshu Valley Trek

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18 Nights - 19 Days

Lamayuru Padum Trek

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17 Nights - 18 Days

Remote Zanskar Trek

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23 Nights - 24 Days

Nun Kun Peak Climbing

Best Time for Peak Climbing in Ladakh

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The season for mountain climbing in Ladakh is between mid-May and October. However, June to September is the ideal time for peak climbing experience in Ladakh.

Permits Required for Peak Climbing in Ladakh

A permit is required to be obtained for peak climbing in Ladakh from Indian Mountaineering Foundation. A booking fee is charged and a Liaison Officer is assigned to every climbing team. It takes a minimum period of 6 months for processing the applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which are the most popular peaks for climbing in Ladakh?

Stok Kangri, Nun-Kun Massiff, Lungser Kangri are some of the popular peaks for climbing in Ladakh.

Q. What is ideal height of peaks for climbing in Ladakh?

Most mountain climbers prefer the range between 5000 m and 7000 m peaks in Ladakh.

Q. What is the best season for mountain climbing in Ladakh?

June to September is the best time for mountain climbing in Ladakh.

Q. Is a permit required for mountain climbing in Ladakh? If yes, then where to obtain it?

Yes, a permit is mandatory for peak climbing in Ladakh. An application can be submitted to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) around six months in advance for the issuance of the permit.

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