You trek along the mountain side ascending up to the Ganda la (4900m). From the top of the pass, you can enjoy the stunning view of Zanskar range, Stok Mountains and the trekking route passing through Shingo village is visible. You can click photograph of rustling prayers flag in wind on the top of pass. Onward, here it is an easy but a long descent following a gorge to the Markha Valley. You can also come across some marmots if you are lucky. You will reach Skyu village as the gorge ends and there is Markha valley welcoming you. In the village, there is small monastery. It is a walk of 6hrs.

Day start with an easy walk following the right bank from Skyu . It is all green with plants of sea buckthorn; a very important medicinal plant visible in plenty. After crossing the river, you reach Chaluk and Tunespa Village. The landscape along the trail is wonderful mesmerizing you each and every time and finally you reach Markha. It is after this village that the valley has been named Markha Valley. It is walk of 8hrs.

Today, you have several river crossings until you reach village Umlung. The monastery of the Umlung village is always closed as monks are busy in their work visiting the villages across the Markha Valley to perform prayers. It is a nice and easy walk to the next village Hanker with snow clad Kang Yaste(6400m) in the background standing majestically. The Castle of Hanker village is situated on a hill top but the condition of castle is dilapidated. You camp at Tastungte( 4150m). It is a walk of 5 hrs.

Today, starts with an ascent until you reach a small lake. While ascending, you can enjoy wonderful view of Markha Valley and Kang Yaste. You camp at Nimaling. It is a very famous place for animal grazing in Markha Valley and few villagers settle down here in summer to graze pashmina goat and yak. Kang Yaste is situated just at the background of Nimaling. The expedition of Kang Yaste also starts from Nimaling. It is very cold here and the weather keeps changing very often due ot high altitude and its topographical location. There is a very famous proverb after this place in Markha valley depicting the nature of its weather. It is like Nimaling, Chharling, Khaling which means within second it is sunny, cloudy and snowy.It is a walk of 3hrs.

This will be the smallest trekking day of the entire trek. Hence, chill and try to make the most of the beauty around you. The first half of the trek has loose rocks but the stunning views of Kang Yatse will ease the pain. The latter half of the trail is a descend. After 2-3 hours you will arrive at your base camp at 5040 meters. Make sure to remain out of the tent to get acclimatized. Try to not strain your body and relax at the camping site. This is the best time to study the mountains around you, try to capture as much as you can.

And the most exciting day rises! We will start midnight for the summit push to be at the top around 6 am for glistering sunrise. Carry packed lunch, refreshments and enough water for the strenuous climb. Today you will be rising from 5100 meters to straightaway 6200 meters. Therefore, being mentally strong is the key. The route to the summit is through the famous Kang Yatse shoulder. The trail starts with loose moraine and scree. Loose rocks make is difficult to secure the foot on the trail. Use a trekking pole for assistance. The route upwards has crevasses which are covered with snow most of the time. Based on the level of snowfall you will have to rope up for safety. Be careful and watch every step. The route goes to the north face through the northwest ridge towards a rocky outcropping. After a steep climb to the top, you will find the 360 degrees views of the Zanskar range, Karakoram peaks and mountains surrounding Kang Yatse. You might also notice the K2 peak (second highest peak in the world). You may also spot the distant Tibet mountains. The views are flawlessly satisfactory and will bring back all the energy to climb down. The entire summit path is 5 km each way. When you retrace your steps, be cautious on the scree and moraines. Make sure you return from the top by 1 pm to avoid further issues due to weather. Come back to the base camp to rest after the exhausting summit attempt.

This day is necessary in case of bad weather the day before for the ascent of Kang Yatse. If we might weather in the daytime, we leave then for a new stroll on the meeting of the shepherds and their herds. Return in the afternoon and rest. At night in the same camp as watches over it.

With satisfaction and happiness begin to return home. This day is like a bonus to enjoy the fulfilling mountains again. The terrain goes through the highest Kongmaru La pass (5150 m). After a strenuous climb of 2 hours to Kongmaru La pass, you will be pleasantly welcomed by the Karakoram range and the excellent array of peaks. Hold your breath for the mind-blowing sight of the huge K2 Mountain, the second highest peak in the world. There are prayer flags moving along the wind. To your surprise, there is a good network connection from the pass. Further trek of 4 hours will bring you to Chuskirmo. The route has a steep descent and rocky terrain. It will present the amazing side of the cold dessert as you trudge through Indus and Ladhak valley.

Today you will have mixed feelings, sadness because the trek ends today and satisfaction of completing the trek. The trail changes drastically through the scenery of Indus valley and Ladakh range. Merely 1-2 hours walk will take you to Chokdo. This is the last stop of the entire trek, that also has many homestays. Look back and try to fill the salient features of the Ladakh in your eyes that you have just experienced while remembering the Kang Yatse 2 trek. Your pick up vehicle will take you all the way down to Leh. Last but not the least you can again encounter the Hemis monastery. If time permits you can visit the monastery to relive the trek moments.