Lamayuru – Alchi via Tarla Trek – 4 days
Discover the beauty of Ladakh with our Lamayuru to Alchi Trek, a 4-day itinerary that takes you on a journey through stunning landscapes and charming villages.
Day 1: Lamayuru to Urshi (6-7 hours)
Start your adventure by descending from the monastery towards the village and crossing the stream, then make your way across the mountainside to a small valley leading to Prinkiti-La (3720m). After descending into a narrow gorge, you will reach the village of Shilla, where you'll cross the river over a bridge and follow the Yapola for another 2 hours until you reach the village of Phenjilla. From there, head north-east and after an hour, leave the main valley and follow a stream that leads to Urshi. Pitch your camp close to the pass and take in the breathtaking scenery.
Day 2: Urshi to Tar-La to Tar (8 hours)
From your campsite, follow a well-marked but challenging path to Tar-La (5250m, 5 hours). After a 3-hour descent, you will arrive at the village of Tar, where you can rest and recharge.
Day 3: Tar to Mang Gyu (4-5 hours)
From Tar, the path takes you up along the mountainside to a new pass, and then an easy descent towards Mang Gyu. This charming village is home to an interesting monastery, and you can set up camp near the stream beneath the village.
Day 4: Mang Gyu to Alchi via Gera (4-5 hours)
Take a very good path from Mang Gyu into a beautiful narrow valley, and after 2 hours, you will reach the Indus valley at the village of Gera. Cross the Indus upstream via a bridge, pass Lardo (3 hours), and continue along the hillside until you reach the road. A short 30-minute walk will take you to Alchi, where you can stay at a guest house and visit the monastery that boasts the most stunning wall paintings in Ladakh.
Embark on this unforgettable journey and immerse yourself in the captivating culture and natural beauty of Ladakh on our Lamayuru to Alchi Trek.