Detailed Route
UT Kangri Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
9-day expedition from Leh via the Leh-Manali highway to the Rumtse Phu valley and UT Kangri summit.
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Duration
8 Days
Total Distance
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Max Altitude
19,914 FT
Trek Type
Standard
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Day by Day Breakdown
Arrive Leh — Rest & Acclimatize
Mandatory rest at 3,500m. No exertion whatsoever.
Acclimatization Day — Leh
Light sightseeing only. SpO2 monitoring begins.
Key Landmarks
Drive Leh to Rumtse Village
2.5hr drive on Leh-Manali highway. Rumtse is at 4,350m. Arrive early, rest afternoon.
Key Landmarks
Trek: Rumtse to UT Kangri Base Camp
5–6hr trek up the Rumtse Phu valley. Base camp at ~5,100m. Technical gear briefing.
Acclimatization Hike & Skills Training
Hike to ~5,400m and return. Crampon and ice-axe training on snow slopes above camp.
SUMMIT DAY: UT Kangri (6,070m)
Alpine start at 2–3 AM. Steep scree and snow ascent to 6,070m. Return to Base Camp by 1 PM.
Key Landmarks
Buffer Day (Summit attempt or Rest)
Second attempt if summit not reached on Day 6. Otherwise full recovery day.
Trek down & drive to Leh
Trek back to Rumtse, drive to Leh.
Departure from Leh
End of expedition.
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Last Verified: May 2026
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