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Rafting On Zanskar River
Enjoy the thrills and chills of Rafting and Kayaking along the Indus and Zanskar Rivers. One of the most breathtaking navigable gorges in the world is found in the Zanskar River, a remote Himalayan branch of the Indus. A trip down the Zanskar, renowned as the "Grand Canyon of Asia" includes a tour of a geological paradise, immersion in a culture (Zanskari) that is essentially unknown in the modern world, and an exhilarating whitewater adventure. Nonetheless, the journey is not recommended for individuals who are frail or pressed for time. Without considering layovers, paddling the Zanskar requires four days of flight time, a bone-crunching multi-day jeep ride through the breathtaking Himalayan terrain, and at least four days of rigorous rafting. Undoubtedly for those adventure lovers who are looking for an offbeat adventure with extra fun and extra excitement.
Get ready to experience the Grand Canyons of Asia in all its glory, paddling through the heart of the Zanskar valley, devouring the various shades of the Ladakhi sky. The National Geographic ranks it under the top 100 adventures on planet Earth.
Cost:
- 1090 Euros/Person for a Group of 4-7 Pax
- 990 Euros/Person for a group of 8-12 Pax
- Class: Grade 3 and 4
Massimo Meroni From Italy reviewed it on January 2023.........Dreamland Trek and Tour organized two wonderful trekking tours in Ladakh/Zanskar. The first time, in 2008, we went from Lamayuru to Padum. Five years later, in 2013, the trek was from Darcha to Padum. In both cases we had great time, unbelievable landscapes, lots of adventures, and first-class support from the team of Dreamland Trek and Tour. In both cases, we went back from Padum to Leh by rafting the Zanskar river: three days of whitewater rafting, pure beauty in the Grand Canyon of Asia, and a lot of fun. Strongly recommended. Everything was perfectly organized by Dreamland Trek and Tour. I look forward to going back to Ladakh and Zanskar with them.
Congratulations dreamladakh !
Julie, Philippe, Chantal, Monica, Roger, Susan & Peter
Seven of us did the expedition Mentok kangri with dreamladakh. Already in Switzerland, Dreamland proved to be very helpful in confirming our tickets after the necessary acclimatization including a 2 day trip to Lamayuru, we started our trek to Mentok Kangri from Rumtse outstanding landscape. This trip could not be improved upon. We had an excellent Climbing guide Shera & his assistants & cook Tundup who really took care of us they were very professional Simply I can say it was a perfect team. The Expedition was a sort of time travelling in a valley without electricity, telephone etc. You really come into the mood for experiencing the Nature, Adventure, and of course the Ladakhi Culture. More importantly all the equipments and climbing gears were new and good quality. I cant stop recommending “DREAMLADAKH”
Switzerland | 17-08-014
Incredible Ladakh !!!!!
Lora & Arnaud
Rumtse-Tsomoriri trek and Mentok Kangri climb. A wonderful experience with wonderful people. We had almost as much fun playing after dinner with our guide Namgyal and cook Mingma as well as we did admiring the absolutely incredible scenery. I would recommend Dreamland to anyone visiting Ladakh. Mingma was a particularly superb cook and Riga was a caring and determined guide-who did an amazing job getting our whole group to the top of Mentok Kangri despite some very bad weather. Thank you for everything!
Seattle, WA, USA | 21-06-08
“We will come back”
Sara & George Van Rijn
What to say…..it was fantastic!! We first did Rumtse Tsomoriri Trek followed by the climb of the Mentok Kangri. Both were stunning treks and above all, the organization was perfect. Thanks DREAMLAND, but above all thanks Lobsang, Karma and Nemi, our three guides who make this possible. From food to materials, to fun, to hard work on the trail, we loved every second of it. We will recommend to every one w know and of course will ourselves comeback as soon as possible to do another trek!!
Amsterdam, Netherlands | 25-09-13
1090 /990€
6250m
8 Min & 12 Max
9
OUTLINE ITINERARY
- Day 1. Drive from Leh to Lamayuru via Alchi Likir Basgo 5-6hrs
- Day2. Lamayuru to Photoksar via Wanla and Singela 5000m 4-5 hrs
- Day 3 Photoksar to Padum via Lingshed 4-5 hrs
- Day 4 Visit Sani, Bardan, Pipithing and Zongskul monasteries overnight stay in Karsha
- Day 5 Explore Karsha Monastery and later preparation for the Rafting Expedition Rafting Starts:
- Day 6: Karsha – Zangla The River today is a Class II section surrounded by above 5000m peaks. Overnight at Zangla
- Day 7: Zangla - NyerakPack up and get moving for about 25 km on the river & enter the canyon to reach Nyerak(3286m; 10,780ft; 3 hrs). This is a grade 3 section and warms you up for the rafting that is to follow in the days to come.
- Day 8: Nyerak – Chilling Today’s 40 km rafting section takes us from Nyerak to Chilling (3190 m; 10,465 ft; 5-6 hrs with grade 3 and few grade 4 rapids through the core of the Zanskar, and amazing rocky canyons. Camping at Chilling.
- Day 9: Chilling – Nimo: We raft 35 kms of Class III/IV white water from Chilling to Nimo (3154 m; 10,345 ft; 3-4 hrs) today. We raft past the village of Chilling and exciting rapids as the Zanskar plunges out of the canyon to meet with the Indus at Nimo. And we will drive you back to Leh. Trip finishes here;
Chilling to Nimoo (28km)
This trip is of moderate difficulty and is perfect for the young blood who are looking for adventure but not something too intense.
- Price: 55 Euros/Person
- Duration: 3 to 3.5 hrs.
- Class: Grade 3+
- Location: Leh LadakhBetween Nimo and Chilling
Tsogsti to Nimoo (5km)
Suitable rafting trip for families and kids. There are no major rapids and it is more like a nice peaceful route with a beautiful view of the mountains.
- Price: 40 Euros/Person
- Duration: 1 hr.
- Class: Grade 1-2
- Location: Between Nimo and Chilling
Scorpoche to Nimoo (14km)
This trip is of moderate difficulty and is perfect for the young blood who are looking for adventure but not something too intense.
- Price: 50 EUros/Person
- Duration: 2 hrs.
- Class: Grade 3
- Location: Leh Ladakh, Between Nimo and Chilling
- Location: Leh Ladakh, Between Nimo and Chilling