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Dzo Jongo East Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A high-fidelity 12-day program from Leh, trekking through Skiu, Markha, Nimaling to the Dzo Jongo East BC, with a reserve day before returning via Kongmaru La.
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Duration
11 Days
Total Distance
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Max Altitude
20,305 FT
Trek Type
Standard
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Day by Day Breakdown
Arrive Leh — Rest & Acclimatize
No exertion. Altitude 3,500m. Complete rest mandatory to prevent AMS.
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Acclimatization Day — Leh Sightseeing
Short walk to Namgyal Tsemo monastery or Leh Market. Keep hydrated and check SpO2 levels.
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Drive: Leh to Chilling & Trek to Skiu
Drive ~2hrs along the Indus river to Chilling, then cross the Zanskar river and trek into Markha Valley canyon.
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Trek: Skiu to Markha Village
Trek along the Markha river. Cross multiple wooden bridges and pass ancient stupas and remote hamlets.
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Trek: Markha to Thachungtse
The canyon widens into beautiful alpine pastures. Enjoy the first clear views of Kang Yatse massif.
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Trek: Thachungtse to Nimaling
Short but steep climb to the stunning high-altitude pasture plateau of Nimaling at 4,700m.
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Trek: Nimaling to Dzo Jongo East Base Camp
Approach the Dzo Jongo East base camp near the lateral moraine. Establish camp at 5,050m.
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Technical Training & Rest at Base Camp
Crampon and ice-axe practice on nearby snow slopes. Rest and load up on calories and fluids.
SUMMIT DAY: Dzo Jongo East Summit & Return
Alpine start at 2 AM. Gradual snow ascent via the East Ridge. Summit at 20,305ft. Return to Base Camp.
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Buffer / Contingency Day at Base Camp
Reserve day in case of high winds or bad weather on Day 9. Otherwise full recovery day.
Trek: Dzo Jongo East Base Camp to Chokdo & Drive to Leh
Trek via the high pass of Kongmaru La (5,236m) and descend down the narrow gorge to Chokdo, then drive to Leh.
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Departure from Leh
Transfer to Leh airport for departure flight. End of expedition.
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