Day 1: Arrive in Leh | 11400 Ft ASL

You will be landing at the Leh airport which is one of the most picturesque airports that you would come across. Just before the touchdown time, you’ll be greeted with the entire range of snow-capped peaks that will surely get you wonderstruck. It’s important to keep your warmies handy as you’ll fell the sudden drop in temperature as soon as you arrive at the Leh airport. A jacket, woolen gloves and a woolen cap is a necessity. After reaching the guesthouse you will be given enough time to relax and acclimatize to the conditions. Later in the evening, you can spend some time at the Leh market for last minute window shopping. It is very important that you get used to the cold temperature in Leh because the temperature will only tend to fall as you start walking on the frozen Zanskar. From the end of January to mid-February, the temperature can be anything between -10 to -15 degrees during the day. It is also important to keep your body hydrated by increasing the intake of fluids that will help to maintain your body temperature.

 Day 2: Acclimatization Day | 11400 Ft ASL

Keeping in mind the health problems that trekkers are facing (AMS), as per the new regulations applied, anyone doing the Chadar Trek should be at-least spending two days in Leh to get your body fully acclimatise to the weather conditions and altitude. It is irrevocable and it is important that it is strictly followed by every trekker. You can spend the day by visiting the places around the city. It is advisable that you avoid visiting places which are at a higher altitude. Crosscheck you essentials before going to bed.

 Day 3: Leh to Shingra Yokma after health checkup in Leh | 10550 Ft ASL

On this day, you’ll be headed to the first campsite which is Shingra Yokma via Chilling & Tilad do after the mandatory health checkup at SNM Hospital Leh. Please note that as per the new government guidelines every trekker going to Chadar should get health certificate from SNM Hospital before proceeding for the trek.
If one is not get fit certificate from the hospital then he/she will not be allowed to proceed for the trek beyond Shingra Yokma, however they can experience the drive till Chadar and can fee the thrill by camping today at Shingra Yokma.
After health checkup drive from Leh to trek start point will start which is one of the most scenic drives which let you witness some of the top spots in Ladakh covered in white winter snow. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus are some of the places where you can take a pit stop for clicking pictures. An hour and a half drive along the frozen Zanskar will get you to Chilling. Taxi will drop you right where the road ends, this will be your starting point of walking on the Zanskar. After a small effort of slipping, falling and trying to gather your balance you’ll be reaching your first campsite at Shingra Yokma. This will be your first experience of camping under sub-zero temperatures.

 Day 4: Shingra Yokma to Tsomo Cave | 10750 Ft ASL | 7 KMS WALK | 4-5 HOURS

Today will be your first real day walking at Chadar. Chadar is one such trek where your not gaining altitude in quick successions. Slowly but gradually from Shingra Yokma to Tsomo cave, you will be gaining an altitude of 200ft.
After spending a cold night in the tent at Shingra Yokma, get done with you breakfast that will re-energise your senses in the morning. The much needed hot cup of tea will be special in such frosty conditions. As you start heading to the next campsite which is Tsomo Cave, this trek route has some of the most eye-catching frozen waterfalls that you’ll see. Waterfalls that stand frozen in time. The source of some of these frozen waterfalls is still unknown and there are a lot of myths amongst the villagers. The mighty Zanskar will be flowing all along with you on the trail and the emerald green water will have a smoothing effect.
Walking with gumboots on will definitely be a challenge in the initial stage. Understanding the ice patterns will take time, slowly but steadily you will know which surface is fragile and which is trustworthy. There are multiple number of ice surfaces that you would come across while walking on the mighty Zanskar and as you start walking you will know more about it. Planting your foot will be important in most of the cases, you can check for the ice for its steadiness with your walking stick before stepping on it wholeheartedly. A small and light backpack will help as you will able to manage your body weight in an effective manner.
You will be served lunch midway. Overnight stay will be in tents under the million stars & bone-chilling weather of Tsomo Cave campsite.

 Day 5: Tsomo Cave to Tibb Cave | 10800 Ft ASL | 7 KMS WALK | 4-5 HOURS 

Today you will be seeing the most amazing landscapes like fully made Chadar (ice sheet above the Zanskar river).
Breakfast and lunch will be served as usual while you enjoy the relaxed walk above magnificent Chadar.
After walking for a couple of more hours you’ll come across different rock patterns along the way which look artistic when the sun rays fall on them making their way from behind the clouds.
You will be camping near the Tibb cave which is surrounded by dry sand under the million stars off-course.

 Day 6: Tibb Cave to Nerak | 11100 Ft ASL | 13 KMS WALK | 6-7 HOURS

As you move on to the most awaited campsite of the trek which is Nerak, the 13km long trail will take you to the most iconic landmark of the Chadar trek. i.e. The frozen waterfall. The frozen waterfall is a natures masterpiece in itself that attracts trekkers around the world. Hot lunch will be served on your way to Nerak. By far, Nerak will be the coldest of all the campsites on the trek where the temperature goes down to as low as -30 degrees during the night. It will be important that you wear proper clothing in layers to stay safe from the biting cold. If you manage to reach the waterfall on time, there are chances of paying a visit to the Nerak Village as well. You will be camping at a distance of 15-20 minutes from the waterfall.

 Day 7: Nerak to Tibb Cave | 10800 Ft ASL | 13 KMS WALK | 5-6 HOURS

You might have heard stories of how unpredictable the weather patterns can get here on the Chadar trek. There are instances where the formation of Chadar no longer exists on your way back from Nerak. In the same way, you will witness a new layer of Chadar formed at some. Even though it’s the same route, you’ll be amazed to see how different it appears while coming back. Chadar Trek is an experience of a lifetime that every trekking enthusiast should witness. And then, what if we told you that these eight days of your life are going to be some of the best days you’ve lived so far and that you’ll cherish these moments till the very end.

 Day 8: Tibb Cave to Leh via Shingra Yokma | 11400 Ft ASL | 15 KMS WALK & 65 KMS DRIVE | 9-10 HOURS

Today will be your last day on Chadar. Relive the memories you made in one of the most extreme and harsh environment in the world.
You will reach our first campsite Shingra Yokma by evening from where a comfortable taxi drive will get you to your hotel in Leh for overnight stay after tummy-full delicious dinner.

 Day 9: Return/forward journey from Leh

After lavish breakfast at hotel, checkout and leave for your return or forward journey with lifetime memories of THE CHADAR TREK!

 Wi-fi might be available during stay in Leh but can be weak due to remote location of Leh city

 Only Indian postpaid (outside J&K) mobile operators will work in Leh

  BSNL is most preferred network in Ladakh at different parts.