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Kang La Pass: The Great Glacier Traverse to Zanskar
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Ex-Manali • 17,900 ft
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Kang La Pass: The Great Glacier Traverse to Zanskar

Longest Glacier in Himachal (24 km) • 17,900 ft Pass • Lahaul to Ancient Zanskar

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48 RATINGS
4.98
★★★★★
DIFFICULTYGrade IV16+ Physical
CHART#1Expeditions
DURATION7N / 8DOptimal Pace
ALTITUDE17,900FT · Summit
LEADERSHIPWFRCertified IMF
TRANSIT4x4Private SUV

Previews

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Landscape View

Base Camp & Alpine Approach

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Vertical Trail View

Glacial Moraine Ridge

Kang La Pass: The Great Glacier Traverse to Zanskar preview 3
Landscape View

Technical Ice Wall Traverse

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Vertical Trail View

High Summit Ridge 21,380 ft

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Landscape View

Panoramic Himalayan Vista

Miyar 24 km Glacier Highway
15,500 ft

Miyar 24 km Glacier Highway

Kang La Pass Col (17,900 ft)
17,900 ft

Kang La Pass Col (17,900 ft)

Padum Ancient Capital of Zanskar
11,998 ft

Padum Ancient Capital of Zanskar

UPCOMING DEPARTURES · FIXED CLIMBING WINDOWS

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3 Scheduled Batches
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE₹36,999

Manali Batch - Nov 15, 2026

Certified IMF high-altitude leaders, medical oxygen backup, and small-group mountaineering cadence (max 10 climbers).

Batch #1
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE₹36,999

Manali Batch - Nov 29, 2026

Certified IMF high-altitude leaders, medical oxygen backup, and small-group mountaineering cadence (max 10 climbers).

Batch #2
EXCLUSIVE DEDICATED EXPEDITION₹46,249 / person

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Description

The longest, wildest, and most spectacular glacier crossing in Himachal Pradesh. Traverse the 24-kilometer-long Miyar Glacier, conquer the 17,900 ft Kang La pass flanked by emerald crevasses and massive granite needle spires, and descend into the mystical Buddhist kingdom of Zanskar to Padum.

THE GLACIATED EXPEDITION ROUTE

Ascend through the raw Keylong and Darcha outpost, setting high camps along the formidable Milang Glacier moraine before confronting the summit ridge pyramid.

WILDERNESS SAFETY & AMS PROTOCOLS

Every batch is monitored with fingertip pulse oximeters twice daily, portable medical oxygen cylinders, Gamow hyperbaric protocol, and satellite communication checkpoints.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Walk across the 24 km long Miyar Glacier, the longest in Himachal
Conquer the 17,900 ft Kang La pass connecting Lahaul with Zanskar
Explore ancient cliff monasteries of the hidden Zanskar valley
ELEVATION PROFILE & MILESTONES

Expedition Waypoints

3 Milestones
15,500 ftMiyar 24 km Glacier Highway
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17,900 ftKang La Pass Col (17,900 ft)
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11,998 ftPadum Ancient Capital of Zanskar

Day-by-Day Itinerary

8 Days

Designed for optimal acclimatization and scenic golden hours

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Drive through Atal Tunnel into Lahaul to Khanjar, the gateway to Miyar Valley.

Meal PlanDinner Included
OvernightKhanjar Homestay
TransitPrivate Chauffeur 4x4
Captain's Pro-Tip:🥾 Trail Cadence: Maintain a relaxed conversational pace. Take small frequent sips of water to prevent dehydration.
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Trekking Guidelines & Mountain Safety Protocols

Certified procedures by Himalayan Wilderness Leaders & First Responders

Medical Backup On-Trail
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Glacier Roping

Roped progression across crevassed blue ice fields is strictly required.

cravel.in Wilderness Safety Mandate:Every expedition is equipped with portable medical oxygen cylinders, fingertip pulse oximeters, specialized mountain stretcher gear, and satellite GPS communication checkpoints.

Trail Etiquette: What To Do & What NOT To Do

Essential mountaineering ethics to protect fragile Himalayan ecosystems and ensure a safe summit

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What To Do (Trail Do's)

Essential
Do wear category 4 mountaineering glacier glasses.
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What NOT To Do (Trail Don'ts)

Prohibited
DO NOT step on soft snow bridges over suspected crevasses.

Expedition Guides & Mountain Leaders

Certified mountaineers and safety captains available on this trip

2 Certified Guides1 Guide per 4 Climbers / Trekkers
Sumit Rathod

Sumit Rathod

High-Altitude Glacial Expedition Guide

Tenzing Dorje Sherpa

Tenzing Dorje Sherpa

Chief Expedition Captain & IMF Alpine Instructor

Curated Accommodations

Alpine Tents (5N) • Padum Hotel (2N)

✓ Handpicked for sanitation, 24/7 hot water, power backup, and breathtaking scenery.

What's included in this trip

Included

7 Nights accommodation, all expedition meals, mountaineering gear, guide, Padum transfer

Not Included

Personal gear

Essential Things to Carry

Double mountaineering boots, crampons, thermal layers, glacier goggles

Ratings & Reviews

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Unmatched glacier safety and world-class leadersSeptember 2026
★★★★★
Capt. Siddharth R.

"The acclimatization schedule on Mulkila was calculated with extreme surgical precision. Our IMF certified lead captain was constantly checking SpO2 levels and snow anchors. Summit day felt safe despite the 55° ice wall. Best expedition outfit in the Himalayas."

Response from cravel.in Captain

Thank you Siddharth! Safety protocols and gradual altitude gain on the Milang Glacier are our absolute top priority.

Breathtaking 360° views of the Spiti & Lahaul rangesAugust 2026
★★★★★
Ananya Deshmukh

"Standing on the M4 pinnacle at 6,517m with the Spiti, Zanskar, and Pir Panjal massifs stretching into infinity was a spiritual experience. The Swiss shoreline tents and high-calorie nutrition were incredible for recovery."

Response from cravel.in Captain

Congratulations on summiting M4 Ananya! Our mountain chefs loved keeping the team fueled with warm nutritious meals.

Flawless logistics from Manali pickup to summit returnJuly 2026
★★★★★
Vikram Malhotra

"Zero delays. The 4x4 transit across Atal Tunnel and Keylong was smooth, gear checks were meticulous, and emergency oxygen backup provided total peace of mind for our families back home."

Information

Providercravel.in Mountain Operations
Starting LocationEx-Manali
Highest Elevation17,900 ft
Duration7N / 8D
Expedition GradeGrade IV (Technical Alpine)
SeasonJune – September
Team Size6 – 10 Climbers per Team
LeadershipIMF Certified & Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Expedition Guides2 Certified Guides (1 Guide per 4 Climbers / Trekkers)
Safety EquipmentMedical Oxygen Cylinders, Pulse Oximeters, Satellite Comm
LanguagesEnglish, Hindi
Age Rating16+ (Physically Fit Adults)
In-App PurchasesSingle Tent Surcharge, Offloading Porter
CravelCover100% Refundable up to 30 Days
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