Itinerary Description
Grade:
Difficult
Location:
India
Maximum Altitude:
5580 mts
Duration:
12 Days
Parang La trek is indeed a true taste of adventure. Parang La trek is meant for a true adventurist. The spectacular landscapes and the rawest natural beauty will make it all worth it. Also, did you know that the parang La route was used for trading between Ladakh and Spiti? It will be challenging to wind up at the high-altitude lake. This trek takes you to a maximum altitude of 5600 Meters. Parang La trek begins after the high meadows of Kibber. Which is famous because of snow leopards. This trek is challenging especially when the trail descends the Kibber gorge and ascends to parang La pass. Trekking across the pass, you will witness a drastic change in the view. And as you keep moving ahead towards the Rupshu plains you will witness Tibetan wild ass flock. There will be an incredible shift in views with every step you take.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1. Drive from Manali to Kaza (3800 M)
Day 2. Kaza to Chicham (rest and acclimatization day at Chicham 4270 M)
Day 3. Rest and Acclimatization at Chicham (4270 M)
Day 4. Chicham to Thaltak Altitude (4963 M), 8 km (6-7 hours of trek)
Day 5. Thaltak to Borochin (5100 m), 12 km (8-8.5 hours of trek)
Day 6. Borochin to Kharsa Yongma (4850 M) via Parang La (5580 m), 14 km (8-9 hours of trek)
Day 7. Kharsa Yongma to Kapapuche (4700 M), 20 km
Day 8. Kapapuche to Kitpodansa (4500 M), 20 km
Day 9. Kitpodansa to Chumik Shilde (4704 M), 18 km
Day 10. Chumik Shilde to Kiangdom (4588 M), 14 km
Day 11. Kiangdom to Karzok (4615 M), 21.5 km (8-9 hours of trek)
Day 12. Karzok to Leh (3500 M), 240 Kms (6-7 hours’ drive)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1. Drive from Manali to Kaza (3800 M)
We highly suggest you reach Manali a day before to acclimatize. Start your day 1, early in the morning around 4 am for Kaza. it will be a long drive today. We recommend you reach Kaza by 4 pm Maximum. The major highlight will be, you will cross the Rohtang pass and Kunzum La. And the drive is really beautiful along with River Spiti. Once you reach Kaza you can rest and take a stroll in the market. You must also relish some local Tibetan food. Overnight stay at Kaza.
Day 2
Day 2. Kaza to Chicham (rest and acclimatization day at Chicham 4270 M)
Visiting Ki gompa, and exploring Chicham village. Today and tomorrow are for acclimatization. We will walk through the villages, and explore key monasteries. After the monastery visits, we will move forward to Chicham village which is 18kms drive. Overnight stay at Chicham village.
Day 3
Day 3. Rest and Acclimatization at Chicham (4270 M)
Explore Chicham village and acclimatize. Today as well we will spend acclimatizing ourselves properly. Acclimatization is very necessary. Inadequate acclimatization can cause altitude illness. Today, you can spend time exploring and out of Chicham village. Take a walk and also do a little warm-up. Rest for the day and prepare for the next day. Overnight stay at Chicham village.
Day 4
Day 4. Chicham to Thaltak Altitude (4963 M), 8 km (6-7 hours of trek)
Today the trek starts on a well-constructed metallic road with zero ascents. After 45 mins of walking, you could see the Dumla campsite on the right-hand side. The Dumla campsite is spectacular as the streams flow and water the agricultural fields. Once you reach Dumla, the real challenge starts. For the next 3 hours, there will be a steep ascent, as you witness the mountains of Spiti valley. Also, you need to be careful because of loose soil and gravel in Thama due to vegetation. While we continue on the steep ascent for 2-3 hours, we enter Thaltak and are welcomed by the view of the majestic Kanamo peak. The total ascent for today will be 636 M and a descent of 144 M. Overnight stay at camps.
Day 5
Day 5. Thaltak to Borochin (5100 m), 12 km (8-8.5 hours of trek)
Today, the trail begins with deep gorges. The whole trail has loose rocks and gravel everywhere. It’s a prominent rockfall zone. After a continuous descent, we will come across the gushing Rong Nala after an hour. The follows upstream and the river is on the right-hand side. Then you will come across the very demanding ascent as you reach Jukta. You have to continuously climb the barren and rocky terrain you will reach Borochin. Borochin campsite on the foothills of Parang La. the area is completely devoid of vegetation at the altitude of 5100 M. Overnight stay at Borochin.
Day 6
Day 6. Borochin to Kharsa Yongma (4850 M) via Parang La (5580 m), 14 km (8-9 hours of trek)
Today will be quite challenging day of the trek as the climb gets steep through moraines from the beginning. It requires very stable physical fitness. After a steep climb of 1.5 hours, we will reach Thakchu campsite. From here it takes almost 4-5 hours for parang La. Parang La trek proves that the best view comes after the hardest climb. After 5 hours of difficult climbing, you will be welcomed with the most astonishing views of Spiti and Chanthang valley from Parang la. You will also get a glimpse of the Parilungi peak. After crossing the pass, you will descend toward parang La glacier. The glacier has deep crevasses which take around 2 hours to cross. Then you will reach Lakku campsite. And after 1.5 hours Kharsa Yongma campsite. Total ascent for the day is 548 M and descent is 750 M. overnight stay at camp.
Day 7
Day 7. Kharsa Yongma to Kapapuche (4700 M), 20 km
Today after breakfast we will leave for kapapuche from Kharsa Yongma. The river bed of Datang Nala gives you the immense freedom to make a choice of yours. After 3 hours of walking on a vast river bed and crossing multiple streams, we will cross the campsite of Datang Yongma. And after an hour Datang Kongma. Total ascent for today is 290 M and descent 396 M.
Day 8
Day 8. Kapapuche to Kitpodansa (4500 M), 20 km
Today’s trail is similar to yesterday’s trail with little slight changes. Today the trail is on the riverbed of Pare River. You will be crossing multiple streams once you cross Falangbado Nala you will come across, the Phalum Phada campsite. The campsite has a unique natural structure which huge rock structures and shallow caves. Then you will come across the Racholamo campsite. And overnight stay.
Day 9
Day 9. Kitpodansa to Chumik Shilde (4704 M), 18 km
Today’s trail is along with the Parechu river. Today there will be traversing in the strong current of the Parechu river where the water level raises to the waist too. Today we will be crossing this river by making a human chain so that nobody is left. Then we will reach Norbu Sumdo which is the gateway to Ladakh. It is on the border of Ladakh and Spiti. From here you onwards you will encounter vegetation, mammals, black wolf, marmot, etc. There you reach Chumik Shinde. This campsite has a lot of spring water sources, which makes it really green.
Day 10
Day 10. Chumik Shilde to Kiangdom (4588 M), 14 km
Today the trail is easy. And after covering the trail for a couple of hours you will get a glimpse of the majestic Mentok peaks. This trail takes us to the southernmost top of Tso Moriri (Tso means Lake). Overnight stay at Kiangdom, this place is known for wild asses.
Day 11
Day 11. Kiangdom to Karzok (4615 M), 21.5 km (8-9 hours of trek)
The highlight of the day: views of Chamsher Kangri peak and Lungser Kangri Peak. Trek: Today the trek goes along with Tso Moriri. The backdrop for today's trail is just amazing with Chamsher kangri peak and Lungser Kangri Peak. The trail to Karzok village is the only last ascent. Today the ascent is 266 M and the descent is 179 M. overnight stay at Karzok.
Day 12
Day 12. Karzok to Leh (3500 M), 240 Kms (6-7 hours’ drive)
Today we will leave in the morning towards Leh. It will take 6-7 hours to drive. You have the freedom to either board vehicle yourself or ask our representative to arrange the travel and accommodation in Leh at some additional cost.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Are you eligible for this adventure?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you to a height of 4,130M and is rated a moderate level trek for its long trekking distances. For its elevation and distances, it is recommended for trekkers with some prior experience in the high-altitudes.
Grade
Difficult
Max Altitude
5580 mts
Distance
128 km
WIMRS Level Required
Terrain
Prerequisite Skills
Fitness Benchmark
WIMRS Level Required
WIMRS 5
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a level 4 adventure on the Bikat Rating Scale.
This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 3 on the WIMRS. The altitude, the terrain, and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of endurance and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of the high-altitude environment.
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Packing List
This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.
🟩 Trekking Gear
- Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
- . Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
- Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
- U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1*
- Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each*
🟩 Footwear
- Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle with water resistant trekking shoes Qty -1
- Pair of light weight Crocks/Sandals Qty -1
🟩 Clothing
- Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty – 2*
- Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
- Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
- Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
- Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
- Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
- Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
- Rain wear (Poncho/ Jacket & Pants) . Qty-1
- Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
- Woolen cap. Qty-1
- Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
🟩 Toiletries
- Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream, etc.)
- Sun screen lotion small pack. Qty -1 (Minimum SPF 30)
- Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
🟩 Miscellaneous
- Camera (Optional)
- Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
- Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Here are a couple of tutorials on What & How to pack your rucksack for your upcoming trek from our experts:
Note-
- *For long trek please carry one spare sunglass
- *In winter trek please try to carry one hot water bottle
- * For long and winter trek to carry warm pent one pair
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Wanderin Man?
(SET- Safety, Expertise & Trust )
Safety
- ●Small Group Size in the ratio of 6:1 (participant to leader)
- ●No compromise on safety and sustainability promise
- ●Experienced and Certified Mountaineering Professional Leaders
- ●Region Mapped with Emergency Evacuation Plan
- ●Certified Standard Equipment by UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation certification) & other Similar Bodies
- ●Minimized Risk Management Standard Operating Procedure are applied for every Trek and tour
- ●Certified First Aid Support and Doctors* with constant availability of Safety Equipments like Medical Kit, Rescue Kit
- ●Constant communication is aided with the help of Communication Devices
- ●Certified and registered Transporter for transportation purpose
Expertise
- ●Founders of the company have extensive experience of 15 years having organized 8k+ peak expeditions.
- ●Under the umbrella of Wanderin’ Man Adventures 15+ adventure activities Programs have been organized
- ●Founders have mountaineering certifications from the esteemed mountaineering institutes of India.
- ●Team is composed of experienced mountaineers and trek leaders with thorough understanding of norms and procedures.
Trust
- ●Trust has been the hallmark of our company since its inception be it any program on the list.
- ●Special emphasis is laid on the use of standard procedures and equipments as per the mountaineering norms
- ●95% of our clients have availed our service on repeat basis.
- ●Our business has expanded primarily based on the “word of mouth” from our existing clients to new ones
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Cancellation Policy
Cash Refund (All events including Friendship Peak Expedition except other Mountaineering Expeditions) - Cash refunds are only available for bookings made without any discounts, such as promotional codes or dynamic discounts. Additionally, cash refunds are not available for shifted batch bookings or if the booking status is "Booked". The amount of the refund will be determined based on the following guidelines:
Cancellations made up to 45 days before the departure date
Cancellations made up to 31 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 30 and 21 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 20 and 11 days before the departure date
Cancellations made less than 11 days before the departure date are not eligible for a cash refund.
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