Parang La Trek

Duration
9-11 day trek
Trek Altitude
18,300 ft
Destination
leh, Himachal
Trek Distance
128 km
Group Size
Max 12 people
Best Time
mid-July to September.
Parang La Trek is a popular high-altitude trek located in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, near the border with the Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a challenging and adventurous trek that offers stunning landscapes, rugged terrains, and a chance to experience the unique culture of the region.   Parang La Trek offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. Along the way, trekkers have the opportunity to interact with the local people, predominantly of Tibetan origin, and experience their unique culture, traditions, and lifestyle.   The region is known for its wildlife, and you might spot animals like the elusive snow leopard, Himalayan blue sheep, marmots, and various species of birds.

Parang La Trek

Drive from Kaza to Ki. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Spiti River to Ki The road is relatively well-maintained but can be narrow and winding in some places. After reaching Kibber start your short hike towards Dumbla, When you reach to the campsite stay overnight there.

Start your trek towards Thaltak Meadow. The trek is expected to take around 3-4 hours, but it may vary depending on your pace and the terrain.

As you ascend, be prepared for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Take your time to appreciate the natural beauty.

 

Once you arrive at Thaltak Meadow campsite stay overnight there.

Begin your trek from Thaltak Meadow to Jagtha. This portion of the trail may involve some steep ascents and descents. As you trek, take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

When you arrive at Jagtha, take a well-deserved break. Resume your trek from Jagtha to Bongrojen. This part of the journey may involve challenging terrain,

As you reach Bongrojen. you’ll likely be at a higher altitude, so take it easy. Bongrojen is known for its pristine beauty and panoramic views.

 

Begin your day with an early start to make the most of daylight. The journey to Parang La will be arduous, with steep ascents and descents. when you reached Parang La! Take a moment to revel in the accomplishment and enjoy the panoramic views from the pass.

Begin your descent from Parang La toward Dak Karzong. This part of the trek will involve a gradual descent and may be less strenuous than the ascent to the pass. As you reach Dak Karzong, stay overnight there

 

Begin your trek from Dak Karzong to Datang Yongma. This portion of the trail may involve some ascents and descents. take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

 

When you arrive at Datang Yongma campsite stay overnight there

Embark on your trek from Datang Yongma to Chumik Shilde. Along the way, take in the awe-inspiring views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
When you arrive at Chumik Shilde, take a well-deserved break. Chumik Shilde is at a high altitude, so ensure you acclimatize properly.

Embark on your trek from Chumik Shilde to Tso Moriri. Along the way, take in the awe-inspiring views of the surrounding mountains and valleys When you arrive at Tso Moriri, take a well-deserved break. and stay overnight there

Embark on your trek from Tso Moriri to Korzok. Along the way, take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the shimmering blue waters of Tso Moriri. When you arrive at Korzok, take a well-deserved break. Korzok is at a high altitude, so ensure you acclimatize properly.

Travel by road from Korzok to Leh to end the journey at Parang La.
Fly to Delhi to tour the city or travel to Srinagar or Manali.

Parang La Trek FAQ

It may be started from the Kardok village in the Leh region or the Chicham or Khibber villages in the Spiti valley

It is an ancient trade route between the Spiti Valley in Himachal and Tibet & Changthang in the Ladakh

It is a  difficult trek!

The best timing for the Parang La trek is mid-July to September.

The maximum altitude of this trek is approximately 5,577 meters (18,300 feet)

The total distance of this trek is approximately 128 km

It takes 9 to 11 days to complete this trek</p>

Daily 30 minutes of jogging before 7 days of trek

Daily 15 minutes of running before 7 days of trek

Yoga and Surya Namashkar  for flexibility

“I have been doing treks with Himalaya Shelter for the last two years and they are awesome people with pure humbleness.“

Writes Priyesh.

We at Himalaya Shelter consider our trekkers part of our community, a family of sorts and really understand the efforts that you put into taking that much-needed break and setting off to the mountains. Some of you may wait for months and even a year to plan out that perfect excursion. That’s why we want it to be “a perfect excursion” for you.

Our testimonials (read below) are a testament to our service-oriented mindset.

We take safety into great consideration and ensure our team is trained to handle emergency situations.

For a better experience, we provide accommodation on Twin Sharing throughout the trek. With most trekking operators you would get triple or even quad sharing accommodation.

Our Accommodation will have attached washrooms

 

Furthermore, we provide the essential safety gear for your trek –

Without any additional charges.

We pamper you with great food which keeps you going on the trek. (On our google maps out of 300 reviews over 80 Trekkers mention great food😋)

We do not outsource services to ensure topmost quality throughout your journey. We use our own fleet of Vehicles to ferry you to the base camp and return.

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  • Wildlife and Birdlife
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You do not need a permit to visit Parang La  if you are an Indian citizen

Parang La Trek Inclusions
  1. Accommodation for a total 8 Nights
  2. Meals from Day 1 Dinner to Day 9 Breakfast will be served. Veg Meals with Egg options can be served.
  3. Certified Trek Leader, Cook and Support Staff
  4. Forest Permits
  5. Camping Equipment including tents, kitchen & dining tents, toilet tents etc Gaiters, Microspikes
Parang La Trek Exclusions
  1. Any Add Ons apart from the inclusions above
  2. The bag offloading charges are INR 800 per bag per day