KANGYATSE
CLIMB
With Stok Kangri becoming over crowded the more viable and quiter option of a trekking peak in Ladakh is Kang Yatze. It is a prominent peak in the Markha Valley. the peak has two summits. Kangyatse 1 is a challenging climb and typically only attempted by experienced mountaineers. Kangyatse II is lower at 6250m and is recommended for trekkers looking at an experience of climbing a 6000m peak. It is recommended to follow the Markha valley trek and acclimatise enroute and get then prepare for the climb. On a clear day from the summit views as far Nun Kun & Zanskar ranges in the West & the K2, Broad Peak & Gasherbrum Massif in the far North.
REgion
Leh
FIRST TRIP
July 2018
Trip Grading
5
Trip DURATION
12 days
Best Period
June, July & August
Side TRIPS
Join the Markha valley trek
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Challenge of climbing a 6000m peak
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Option to jointly complete the Markha valley trek and the climb
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Quick access from Leh in terms of driving distance
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The peak area is not as frequented as Stok Kangri offering a better experience
Kangyatse Trek Gallery
 Moving past Chokdo village on the Markha valley trail |  On the gentle climb to Kongmarula Pass through a river bed. |  On the Kongmarula Pass |
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 The sprawling meadows at Kangyatse basecamp |  Climb towards the advanced basecamp of Kangyatse |  The advance basecamp is close to the snowlike |
 Both the peak of Kangyatse visible |  Some steep sections as you move ahead from ABC involve managing crevasses and possibility of avalanches |  On the final approach to the summit |
 The view from Kangyatse 2 with the knife ridge leading to Kangyatse 1 |  On the descent from the summit |