TREKS · 7-DAY · HARD · MAX 5000M
Sarchu Tso Moriri Trek.
Sarchu Tso Moriri Trek
Challenging 7-day high-altitude trek connecting the Manali-Leh highway at Sarchu to Tso Moriri lake at 4528m. The route traverses a high-altitude desert with passes exceeding 5000m, crossing multiple alpine passes and pristine lakes. Inner Line Permit (ILP) required for foreigners. This trek demands high fitness and altitude acclimatization.
Warnings
⚠ILP required for foreigners
⚠Extreme altitude; passes exceed 5000m regularly
⚠Constant altitude above 4500m for 3+ days
⚠Unpredictable weather; sudden storms
⚠Very remote; evacuation difficult
Campsites
Sarchu on Manali-Leh Highway
4,290mbasic dhaba
Pang Thang Camp
4,800mTso Moriri Lake Camp
4,528mCost Estimate
Budget with hired porter; operator includes all meals, high-altitude camping, permits, guide
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