Join Zanskar Kanishka Expeditions on an 8-day guided Stok Kangri expedition — trekking through the Hemis National Park, past ancient monasteries and lunar landscapes, to a summit view of K2 and the Zanskar Range.
Everything you need to know before you book your Stok Kangri Trekking Ladakh adventure.
8 days, Leh to Leh
Stok Kangri Summit — 6,153m (20,135 ft)
Challenging — high altitude, good fitness required
Leh-Ladakh views, monasteries, Stok Kangri summit
We've guided trekkers through Ladakh's highest peaks for years — here's what sets our Stok Kangri expeditions apart.
Our Stok Kangri treks are led by Ladakhi guides with years of high-altitude mountaineering experience and deep knowledge of local terrain, weather, and culture.
Quality tents, sleeping systems, oxygen support, and a full acclimatization schedule are built into every itinerary to keep you safe above 5,000m.
Zanskar Kanishka Expeditions is registered with the J&K Tourism Department and is an active member of the All Ladakh Tour Operators Association (ALTOA).
Nutritious, high-altitude-friendly meals prepared by experienced camp cooks — a detail our guests consistently highlight in their reviews.
We keep group sizes manageable so every trekker gets close guide support, especially during the summit push.
Consistently high ratings on TripAdvisor and Google from trekkers across the world who completed their Ladakh expeditions with us.
A carefully paced route that prioritizes acclimatization, safety, and an unforgettable summit experience.
Drive through Leh to Spituk Monastery, then on to Zingchen village with a short acclimatization hike.
Trek across Ladakh's dramatic lunar landscapes toward the Stok La base camp.
Continue through striking grey ridgelines and snow-capped peaks, with your first views of Stok Kangri.
A shorter trekking day to allow full acclimatization ahead of the summit attempt.
An early-morning ridge and glacier crossing leads to the final ascent — reward yourself with panoramic views of K2 and the Zanskar Range.
Built-in buffer day for weather or extra acclimatization.
Descend past historic fort ruins to Stok Village, then drive back to Leh for a well-earned rest.
Transfer to Leh airport for your onward flight, with unforgettable memories of the Himalayas.
Real feedback from travelers who trekked Ladakh and Zanskar with us.
Our trek through the Zanskar mountains was extremely well organized, with a knowledgeable guide who handled every challenge smoothly and an excellent cook providing great variety. Highly recommended.
After researching several operators, this team exceeded our expectations from planning through to the trek itself. Our guide Chozang managed changing conditions with real skill and care.
A 16-day trip across Zanskar, Nubra Valley, and Dah Hanu went smoothly from start to finish. The owner met us personally and replied to emails quickly — a company we'd sincerely recommend.
Our two-week Ladakh journey through Zanskar Valley, Phuktal Monastery, and Pangong Lake was extremely well organized, with an experienced guide and driver and quick, clear communication throughout.
The team took great care of us — helping with currency exchange and making sure we felt safe and comfortable throughout our time in Ladakh. Highly recommend their service.
Our Chadar Trek experience showed us just how beautiful Ladakh truly is. Great service from a team that clearly knows the region inside out.
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