UT KANGRI

UT Kangri, rising to 6,080 meters, is a striking peak situated in the remote Shagrok Valley of eastern Ladakh. The journey to its summit is both challenging and rewarding, taking trekkers through rugged landscapes, untouched valleys, and dramatic mountain vistas. Though the climb is not highly technical, it becomes significantly more demanding during Ladakh’s harsh winter months, requiring proper mountaineering equipment such as ice tools, harnesses, crampons, ropes, ice screws, and snow bars, depending on the conditions. As a lesser-explored peak, Ut Kangri offers a sense of isolation and adventure rarely found on more popular routes. The full expedition typically takes around five days from Leh to the summit and back, making it an ideal choice for experienced trekkers seeking a short yet intense high-altitude challenge in one of Ladakh’s most striking regions.

Tour Highlights

• Summit UT Kangri at 6,080m – A remote and less-explored peak offering true Himalayan wilderness and a rewarding high-altitude challenge.
• Scenic Journey Through Eastern Ladakh – Travel across dramatic desert valleys, rugged mountains, and untouched landscapes of the Shagrok Valley.
• Immersive Buddhist Heritage – Visit iconic monasteries such as Hemis, Thiksey, Shanti Stupa, and Tsemo for cultural and spiritual insight.
• Progressive Acclimatization Plan – Multiple acclimatization hikes, including to Gangleh and higher ridges near Base Camp, ensure better altitude adaptation.
• Hands-On Mountaineering Training – Learn essential skills such as crampon movement, rope techniques, ice-tool handling, and glacier safety systems.
• Challenging Summit Push – A thrilling 10–12 hour ascent and descent with sunrise views over Eastern Ladakh’s dramatic mountain ranges.
• Fully Supported Expedition – Comfortable hotels in Leh and well-organized camps with meals throughout the trekking and climbing days.
• Remote Wilderness Experience – Enjoy the solitude of a rarely visited region with pristine valleys and panoramic Himalayan vistas.