Tsarap & Zanskar Big Water Progressive Trip Places 6 Remote Class III/IV Multi Day 14 Days
Tsarap & Zanskar Big Water Multi Day Progressive & Dynamic 2007 Class III/IV+ 2th to 15th September 2007
Remote, pristine & unique, the combined Tsarap & Zanskar rivers flow 300km through the Zanskar range starting at a high elevation of over 4000 metres finally meeting the mighty Indus river
Over 7days on the water you will encounter everything between class II shingle bed rapids, class III boulder gardens to big water class IV. Everywhere you look there is a stunning view of the Zanskar range and all immersed in a very rich Buddhist culture.
There will be an opportunity to spend time in local villages and visit the impressive Phuktal monastery built into a cave half way up the canyon wall! This can only be accessed by the river or several days hiking over the mountains.
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Summary
An opportunity to paddle one of the world’s finest multi-day trips. This will be a demanding expedition style trip including a 7-day self-supported journey through the incredible Zanskar range on the high plateau in Ladakh, India. The trip is mentally and physically demanding and will require strong paddling skills, strength of character and a good sense of humour!!
Programme
Day 1 Arrive in Leh, Rest and Acclimatise
Day 2 Rest in Leh, short hike up to temple
Day 3 Day trip on Indus river Spituk to Nimu, big water class III get used to loaded boats on volume!!, late lunch at Nimu
Day 4 Rest day, visit to one of the stunning ancient monasteries surrounding Leh
Day 5 Rest and buy supplies, pack gear
Day 6 Start Early drive to Tsarap over 5500m pass put in at 4100m paddle 10km to campsite easy class I-II
Day 7 Class II-IV portage after Sutak, enter mini canyon, camp at Yarshung
Day 8 Class II-III visit Phuktal monastery, overnight and re supply in Purne trekker’s camp. (break from cooking)
Day 9 Class IV Big water, the crux of the trip, one long difficult portage with heavy boats. Camp near Padum for the night
Day 10 Class I-II, long flat stretch with stunning views of the Ladakh range, before entering the depths of the gorge. Camp at beginning of gorge
Day 11 Start the Zanskar gorge, big water class III lots of surf waves and big holes to avoid, camp on the beach in the gorge by one of the many natural springs
Day 12 Continue down the gorge arrive at Nimu (Indus confluence) Arrive back in Leh in the evening
Day 13 Rest, sight seeing and shopping for souvenirs
Day 14 Depart from Leh back to Delhi and other connections
Of course, this schedule’s only a guideline: we’ll chop and change depending on how you’re getting on, what the levels are like and what everyone wants to do
Details
COSTS: £TBC/TBC€/$TBC
Including:
The price includes guiding and instruction, raft support with camping equipment, full accommodation and catering in luxury locations and full logisitcs.
It doesn’t cover your flights, personal and health insurance, alcohol or boat and equipment hire
Staff
This trip is going to be staffed by Matt Tidy & Sam Hughes
Flights
We recommend that you either fly with British
Airways into Delhi, India and then onwards to Leh, with Jetairways or Indian Airlines
Accommodation & Catering
You don’t need to rough it to get the Aisan experience. We’ll be staying in first rate accommodation and all the food will be fresh and hygienically prepared. During our multi-day we’ll stay on sandy riverside beaches
Your Paddling Equipment:
- A whitewater river running boat
- Dry paddle top, paddle, Whitewater PFD, good spraydeck and helmet
- Solid footwear for hiking in and out of the gorge
- Suitable gear for travelling in a developing country light cotton clothing, approach shoes, a sun hat and a comprehensive personal first aid kit
- You should get appropriate medication please consult your GP
- Please keep your luxury items to a minimum
Equipment
Suitable gear for travelling in a developing country is required. This should include some outdoor equipment for a cold & hot weather environment, an excellent personal first aid kit, please keep luxury items limited to avoid any unwanted attention
Online Deposit Payment
Zanskar Deposit
$1000US | £500 | 900€
Tsarap & Zanskar Big Water 2007 Trip Places 6 Remote Class III/IV Multi Day 14 Days
