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Rishi Jain

01 Jan 2018

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Firdaus said 'if there is heaven anywhere on Earth then it is Kashmir' and Chadar can said to be the doorway to this heaven. Many call Chadar trek as the wildest trek because of its extreme unpredictable weather conditions but nobody can deny the sheer beauty of this region. Blue Sapphire frozen river, gigantic frozen waterfalls and the virgin landscape make it a memory etched in the heart forever.

All said, read through blogs on Chadar Trek to know thoroughly about it.

Going for Chadar Trek? Here is what all you should pack

If you are planning to do the Chadar Trek in January-February (which is the best time to do it) you need to keep in mind the body numbing cold and pack accordingly. Every item mentioned in the blog is a MUST and cannot be negotiated.

a) The type of footwear

b) The clothes to carry

c) The kind of warmers

d) All the toiletries

e) The equipments required

f) Miscellaneous

Are all mentioned in our blog on What to Pack for Chadar Trek?

What are the dangers involved on Chadar Trek?

There is no denying to the fact that Chadar trek, which is an absolue sublime trek, is the most difficult trek as well. The challenges you face on Chadar Trek are both physical and mental which needs to be combated to enjoy this lavish beauty.

The challenges one would encounter are-

a) Nausea, breathlessness, vomiting and other symptoms of AMS

b) Change in the forms of Chadar

c) Extreme cold and its effect on body

d) The unkind weather

e) Rescue options..read more

How to Combat challenges faced on Chadar Trek?

However fierce the opponent might be, if you’re mentally prepared for it, then half the battle is won and here the opponent is heavenly! These small steps can help you deal will all the challenges Chadar trek throws at you-

a) The atrocious temperature can be fought by wearing layers instead of one thick sweater for more insulation.

b) Long walks on frozen river and thick ice can be dealt by walking at least 5 kilometres everyday before the trek.

c) Dealing with unpredictable weather is the most difficult task and one needs to be strong headed for this and celebrating every point as a victory.

d) No warm food and limited water supply can be dealt with the experience of your trek leader who will inform you about the sources of water.

e) AMS can be combated by acclimatizing your body..read more

The end of a beautiful Chadar Trek

The government has initiated the construction of Zanskar Highway which brings a ray of hope to the locals of Padum and Zangla as it would mean an ease in accessing the resources in Leh but at the sametime is dampening the spirits of trekkers because its easy accessibility would make the make the place crowded and less peaceful..read more

Places you must visit in Leh and Ladakh

Leh and Ladakh is not just a fairytale place for trekkers (because of Chadar Trek, Stok Kangri Trek, Markha Valley Trek) but also to a number of other people because of the gorgeous views it offers and the blend of Indo-Tibetan culture.
Some of the places that you cannot miss while you’re on a visit to Leh-Ladakh are-

a) The famous 3 idiots lake-Pangong Lake

b) Nubra valley situated near Nubra river

c) Magnetic Hills which have magnetic properties

d) Hemis Monastery which holds the Hemis festival..read more

15 Most Glorious Pictures Of Chadar Trek - The Photo Story

Words fail to describe the beauty of Chadar, so maybe we will let pictures do the talking. In the blog below are pictures of this raw beauty- the Zanskar River, the inside as beautiful as outside world, the Nerak falls..read more

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