Overview about the Kang Yatse II Expedition.
The Kang Yatse II trek is an exciting and demanding trek that combines natural beauty, local culture and high-altitude excitement. The 6,250m (20,505ft) Kang Yatse II is one of the famous peaks around the Leh region of India and gives trekkers the chance to climb a high-altitude peak while avoiding the crowds of more popular ranges like Stok Kangri. Although one of Ladakh's 6000m peaks, Kang Yatse II is widely regarded as the easiest of the high-altitude peaks to climb, and provides a great introduction to high-altitude climbing in a sensational, remote location.
The 11-day trekking and expedition allows for a slow ascent to altitude and plenty of time for acclimatization, which in turn minimises the risk of altitude sickness and makes for a more enjoyable summit attempt. From the busy market town of Leh, you trek into the beautiful Markha Valley, which offers scenic landscapes, attractive villages and heritage of Ladakh. This trek involves walking through some of Ladakh’s finest and virtually unexplored landscapes, giving you a chance to experience the both natural phenomena as well as cultural landmarks of the region.
Trek and expedition highlights
Cultural Exposure – an Excursion Over 3 Days of the expedition trekkers stay in Leh and visit local monasteries, ancient gompas and get a peek into the custom of the Ladakhi culture. The trail passes through quaint, remote villages such as Skiu, Markha, Nimling and Hankar, giving you an inspiring visit into the daily lives of the inhabitants. You can interact with the villagers and enjoy their warmth and hospitality in comfortable homestays and teahouses on route.
Flora and Fauna high up into the trek, you will get to Hemis National Park, a high altitude wild life sanctuary housing the rare Snow Leopard, Argeil sheep, Mountain deer and numerous varieties of birds. The terrain changes from dry, unforgiving deserts to full grazing pastures, with wildflowers covering the landscape in the summertime. The trail allows trekkers to soak in only the best views of hemispherical mountains, glinting lakes and snow-clad valleys of wild, wild Ladakh.
Panoramic Spectacular At Karakoram Range- The most satisfying part of Kangyatseii climbing expedition is to witness the spectacular views of the Karakoram and zanskar range. The closer you get to the top the more spectacular the views get are and pleasure that comes from seeing the never-ending panorama of snow-capped peaks. You can even see the renowned Stok Kangri and the powerful K2 at the top, which makes it feel even better.
A challenge at the Summit: The summit day is a long, hard energy sapping day. The ascent includes the crossing of moraines, loose rocks and crevasses that are frequently snow-covered and require the use of ropes. The last climb is a killer, but the vistas from the peak are unmatched. The sensation of being on top of Kang Yatse II with gigantic summits on all sides and a never-ending vista of land down below is a privilege of high order.
The Kang Yatse II Expedition is an exception while trekking which fulfills the adventure. It’s a place of beautiful vistas, isolated village life, and a chance to summit a 6000 meter peak – for any keen trekker it’s one to put on the bucket list. The summit day is tough, but the views from the top and sense of achievement make every step of the climb, and every metre of descent just that little bit more bearable. If you are aiming for something tough and to feel the essence of Ladakh then Kang Yatse II will give you a taste of something wild, and it is a life time opportunity for you.
