Reo Purgyil Base Camp Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route

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Reo Purgyil Base Camp Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps

The Reo Purgyil Base Camp Trek is a 7-day journey starting from Nako, peaking on Day 5 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

7 Days

Total Distance

45 KM

Max Altitude

17,850 FT

Trek Type

linear

Permits Required Before You Go

Permit Cost

800

Where to Get

Leh DC Office (Online Portal)

Documents

Aadhar/Passport Copy, 2 Passport Photos, Medical Certificate, Disclaimer Form

Foreign Nationals

Yes, Inner Line Permit is mandatory; must be booked via a registered local travel agency with a group of at least 2.

Foreigner Process

Foreigners MUST have an Inner Line Permit to travel past Jangi towards Nako.

Nearest Embassy Hub

New Delhi

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1
5 Hrs
100 KM
acclimatize
11,890 FT
Rekong PeoNako

Arrive at Nako Village

Acclimatization day. Visit the 11th-century monastery and the sacred Nako Lake.

Key Landmarks

Khab ConfluenceNako LakeNako Monastery
Day 2
4 Hrs
6 KM
trek
13,500 FT
NakoNako Upper Ridge

Acclimatization Hike: Nako to Ridge Top

Gentle hike to test respiratory capacity before the high desert ascent.

Day 3
6 Hrs
10 KM
trek
14,200 FT
NakoTransit Camp

Trek: Nako to Transit Camp 1 (Chalam)

Crossing into the absolute barren zone. The landscape turns from dusty green to sharp grey rock.

Key Landmarks

Sunam River TributaryScree Slopes
Day 4
6 Hrs
8 KM
trek
15,800 FT
Transit CampHigh Camp

Trek: Transit Camp to High Camp (Moraine Flat)

Steep ascent on unstable moraine. High risk of sliding stones.

Key Landmarks

Glacial Snout ViewLeo Pargial II View
Day 5
5 Hrs
6 KM
trek
17,850 FT
High CampBase Camp

The Push: High Camp to Reo Purgyil Base Camp

Crossing the upper glacier basin to settle at the foot of the giant. Spectacular 360-degree views of the Tibetan peaks.

Key Landmarks

Main Glacial BasinReo Purgyil I North Face
Day 6
Hrs
trek
FT
Base CampHigh Camp

Explore Base Camp & return to High Camp

Photography and survey day before descending.

Day 7
Hrs
trek
FT
High CampNako

Descent: High Camp to Nako

Long descent. Re-entering Nako''s connectivity zone.

Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Mount Reo Purgyil Summit Bush

+10 Days

Full-scale mountaineering expedition to the 6,816m summit. Requires Grade 2 IMF clearance.

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