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From Skiu-Shingo To Chadar Trek, Best 6 Camping Trails In Hemis National Park, Ladakh

The trails range from 8 km to 77 km in length, so you may choose accordingly.

by Ankita Mazumdar
From Skiu-Shingo To Chadar Trek, Best 6 Camping Trails In Hemis National Park, Ladakh

Mountains of Ladakh are calling, where are you? Ladakh is an absolute beauty to trek or go camping all around the year. Well, maybe except when there is a red warning because safety is a priority for all. This time we are focusing on areas near Hemis National Park, the only national park in India located in the north of the mighty Himalayas. It has some of the best camping trails ranging from moderate to hard where the scenic views are too good to be true! Take your Bunny, Naina, Aditi and Avi from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani on an adventure to some of the camping trails in Ladakh’s Hemis National Park. 

Best 6 Camping Trails To Undertake When In Hemis National Park

1. Skiu-Shingo Trail

This is a part of Markha Trail and this route lies in the first section of this Valley trail. Through this section, you can explore some of the deeper portions of the Hemis National Park and Markha Valley. You might come across snow leopards, different species of birds, desert-like terrains, a few oases of shrubs and more.

Length: 8 Km

Level: Moderate

Best Time To Visit: Jun-Oct

2. Leh-Saboo Trek

This trek in Ladakh starts from the Leh Khardungla Road till Saboo. The path is extremely rocky terrain and the altitude gradually increases. Nonetheless, the pristine views this trail offers compensate for the difficulty level. Keep in mind, that it is strongly recommended to acclimatize before this adventure for safety reasons.

Length: 12.6 Km

Level: Moderate

Best Time To Visit: May-Oct

3. Stok La Pass Trek

Camping trails from Hemis National Park are best known for their serene views and a window to the wildlife of the Himalayas. This option is extremely apt for the same. The path begins from Rumbak in Ladakh. If you plan to undertake trekking at Stok La Pass, then do not miss the Stok Monastery to witness the Gautam Buddha statue consecrated by the Dalai Lama.

Length: 24 Km

Level: Hard 

Best Time To Visit: May-Oct

4. Ganda La

This camping trail is almost located at a height of 17000 ft above the mean sea level. You know what this means? Limitless, magnificent and tranquil views all along! This place is rich in culture and heritage. Due to it being in Hemis National Park, the wide variety of flora and fauna beautifies the area of Ladakh. You might encounter some brown accentors, Tibetan Wolves and more.

Length: 26.6 km

Level: Hard

Best Time To Visit: Jun-Sept

5. Stok Kangri Camping Trail

Stok Kangri trail is known to be one of the highest trekkable mountain spots in the world! That in itself should be your call to book your tickets for Ladakh. You can enjoy majestic and panoramic views of the Karakoram and Zanskar ranges. Trekkers come here to backpack, birdwatch and camp.

Length: 32.7 Km

Level: Hard

Best Time To Visit: Jun-Sept

6. Chadar Trek

This is the longest camping trail in Hemis National Park! The word ‘chadar’ means blanket or sheet in Ladakhi language. Be ready to be enthralled by River Zanskar, also known as Tilad Do, frozen as you trek with your friends in extreme temperatures because the Bunny from ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ kabhi thakta nahi! 

Length: 77.4 km

Level: Hard

Best Time To Visit: Jan-Feb

Take these camping trails in Hemis National Park and have an adventurous trip!

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