Jorkanden Base Camp Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route

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Jorkanden Base Camp Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps

The Jorkanden Base Camp Trek is a 4-day journey starting from Sangla Village, Kinnaur, peaking on Day 4 at the highest camp.

Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.

Duration

4 Days

Total Distance

50 KM

Max Altitude

16,800 FT

Trek Type

linear

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1
7 Hrs
12 KM
trek
11,500 FT
Sangla Village (8,930 ft)Forest Camp

Sangla to Forest Camp

Climb from Sangla orchards through the mixed forest. First views of Jorkanden pyramid above the treeline.

Key Landmarks

Sangla Orchard TrailCedar Forest EntryFirst Jorkanden View

Staying At

Forest clearing camp
Day 2
8 Hrs
10 KM
trek
16,300 FT
Forest CampJorkanden Base Camp

Forest to Moraine Base Camp

The tough day — 4,800 ft gain through meadow and moraine to the base camp. The peak face above camp is overwhelming. Arrive by 4pm.

Key Landmarks

Alpine Meadow ZoneGlacier ViewMoraine Base CampJorkanden South Face

Staying At

Jorkanden Base Camp
Day 3
5 Hrs
6 KM
exploration
16,300 FT
Jorkanden Base CampJorkanden Base Camp

Exploration Above Base Camp

Explore above the base camp. The ridge 500 ft above gives a combined Jorkanden + Kinnaur Kailash panorama.

Key Landmarks

Ridge Viewpoint (Kinnaur Kailash view)Glacier SnoutPhotography Day

Staying At

Jorkanden Base Camp
Day 4
9 Hrs
22 KM
trek
8,930 FT
Jorkanden Base CampSangla Village

Descend to Sangla

Long descent — 7,370 ft in 22 km. Start by 7am. Forest section is pleasant, final orchard walk is beautiful.

Key Landmarks

Forest DescentSangla Apple Orchards

Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Poat La Connection Trek

+7 Days

Combine Jorkanden base camp with the Poat La crossing for the definitive Kinnaur multi-week circuit.

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