The Sersank La Pass(168026 Ft.), Poat La Pass (18007 Ft.)- Crossover from Pangi – Zanskar
Pangi Valley is in Chamba District and is one of the remote places of Himachal Pradesh situated along the banks of Chenab river. The valley is known as virgin as it is rich in flora and fauna. The Pangi valley gives plenty of options for Hiking, Long trekkings, climbing and has beautiful landscapes.It has Multi community villages, Monasteries, Amazing waterfalls, Lakes etc .There is a holy mountain in the valley :Mt.Shiva Peak(6135 m)
One of the most Challenging Himalyan trek in Great Himalyan Range is Sersank la and Poat La trek traversing Connecting Chenab Valley in Kishtwar and remote Zanskar valley in Ladakh. The terrain is remote and rugged .The trail leads you to less known Darlang Valley and Glaciers with stunning view of Mountains and Valley. The Trek is difficult walking on ice and glacier ,moraines ,Rock paths and crossing big river streams is tricky.
Region : Pangi ,Killar ,Himachal Pradesh
Trek Type: Difficult
Trek Distance : 70 kms
Trek Height: Sersank la-5130 m, Poat La -5490 m
Best Season : June – September
Trek Cost : On Demand
Trek MAP : Ask on Phone
Weather: According to geographic location of Pangi Valley which is beyond the reach of the tropical monsoon rains, the agro-climatic conditions of the Pangi Valley falls under the cold and dry zone. The overall climate of the valley is Semi Arid, typical of the inner Himalayas. It is characterized by cool summers with little rainfall and severe winters. Summers are cool and pleasant, with daytime temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 20 °C (50 °F to 68 °F). The nights remain cold, often dropping below 10 °C (50 °F),However if the climate is severe in Mountains it can drop to 0 Celsius .The summer season is the most suitable for travel and trekking, as most roads and high passes remain open. The valley becomes accessible via Sach Pass and other routes during this period
Preparation :
Physical fitness is must required in this trek for the challenger. One must have good endurance, Strength. You must have done few treks before of Altitude 4000-4500 metres. You should have good physical fitness and carrying weight capacity at least 15 kgs in your backpack . Walking long distances walk upto 15-20kms is also required. Medical certificate is required from Government Heath Care Center to qualify for the Program.
Trek Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival Pangi(Killar)
Arrival at Pangi Valley ,Meet our team and take rest. In evening visit Hudan Valley .
Day 2:Killar – Sural(By Drive)- Tiaso(Trek)
After Breakfast Drive to Sural Valley 2 hours and the start trek to Tiaso .It is a gentle trek on green meadows and water streams with beautiful himalayan flowers makes the route awesome.It will take 3-4 hours to reach todays Camp.
Day 3: Tiaso-Kunthang
Today After breakfast start trek , the trail meandered along the Sural Nallah under the shadow of Shiv Shankar Peak. The peak that appeared too close the other day seemed to only get farther and farther from us.
This trail was once the only connection between the Zanskar and Sural valleys.Overnight In Tents.
Day 4: Kunthang-Sersank La- Tarla Base
Early morning at 4 am we start trek towards the Pass. It is a challenging climb on ice and snow and it will bring out all of the energy and will Take 5 hours to reach at Top of the Sersank La 5130 metres.
Sersank La is a great mountain divide between Himachal and J&K. The Great Himalayn range presented themselves in absolute glory.
Later Descent to other side on Glacier and you have to be very careful in crevassed glacier and then again in rocky terrain an later in Ice field to reach Camp at Tarla.
Day 5: Tarla -Darlang Nalla
Post breakfast start trek towards the Darlang Nalla it is mixed walk on rocky terrain and aby evening reach Campsite along the River.
Day 6: Darlang Nalla -Base (Camp 1) Of Poat La Pass
After Brekfast cross the darlang nalla with freezing cold water and walk on Glacier for hours to reach finally Base Camp of Poat La Pass.
Day 7: Base Camp 1-Poat La(5490 m)- Base Camp 2(Kanjur)
Early morning start at 4 am towards the pass on unstable rocks and boulders it will take 4 hours to reach at the top of the pass surrounding by mesmerizing view of mountain peaks. Later descent on towards Zanskar valley on glacier carefully and reach finally a green meadow for Camp overnight near the stream.
Day 8: Base Camp 2- Burdan(4200 m) – Padum
After breakfast start trek it will take 2-3 hours to reach Burdan the first village in Zanskar valley with monks and Monasteries .Trek Ends Here,Take cab to Padum the city of Zanskar. Overnight At hotel.
Day 9: Padum -Shinkula pass- Manali
Take cab and drive via a thrilling pass Shinkula to reach Manali .(5 Hours)
Inclusions:
Services of skilled and Certified guides, Helpers, and Cook.
All meals and equipment during the trek.
All Taxes and permits.
Transportation on sharing basis .
Necessary Permits.
Exclusions:
Any early cancellation of tour during The operation.
Any loss of life or material during the Tour.
G.S.T.
