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Enjoy Chadar Trek with Peak Adventure Tours this winter

Monday, December 19th, 2011

The world is not enough for the adventure lovers. Since, they want to embrace the whole world in a very enthusiastic and thrilling sense. Are you among those valiant who want to conquer this whole world with their exciting experiences?


Peak Adventure Tours  knows your urges and that is why it is capsulated with stacks of adventurous activities in India’s most demanding trekking zone called the Himalayas. Established in the year 1989 Peak Adventure Tours has catered many adventure enthusiasts to have great wonders at the Himalayan regions with several thrilling activities.
The most appealing activity you can have at the sub continent regions of Himalayas is the trekking across the various ranges of Himalayas and the most popular one is the superfluous trekking in Ladakh, which is the tremendous quality of the Peak Adventure Tours. If you are planning your winter holidays in Ladakh this year, you must experience the Frozen River Trek which has been organized beautifully for the deadly adventurous fellows. This thirteen days tour is famously known as the Chadar Trek, where you are going to have many wonderful moments which will be conducted from 19 to 31 January 2012.

The Chadar Trek is all about walking on the frozen river of Zanskar. The trek is so named due to the settlement of heavy frozen sheet during winter time and it is the only way for the Zanaskaris for high passing since the remaining routes are closed due to heavy snow falls. You can enjoy the great winter trekking in Ladakh by making your expedition of the Ladakh Adventure Tour. The altitude of the Zanskar (Ladakh) hills is 3850 mts/12628 ft which will let you experience moderate to tough trekking expedition. You just need to carry your necessary amenities and things that will be surely provided by Peak Adventure Tours which will be the part of the trekking program so that you can avail the required services during the Ladakh Adventure Tour.

So come and join the thrills and expect the unexpected. You can enjoy your unusual holidays into great fun and be the most enthusiastic and courageous travellers by enjoying mountaineering expedition, trekking, bungee jumping, rafting and rock climbing at the most attractive sites of Ladakh and surely at the safe hands of the Peak Adventure Tours Team.

For more information about Peak Adventure Tour browse http://www.peakadventuretour.com/

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Peak Adventure Tour organizing Frozen River Ice Trek in Ladakh

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

Peak Adventure Tour organizing Frozen River Ice Trek in Ladakh from 13-25th January 2012

“Experience an enticing panorama by exploring Chadar Trek (Frozen River) - Ladakh and savor the divine beauty of nature by indulging in delightful and unforgettable trekking tour starting from 13-25th January 2012 and organized by peakadventuretour.com”

To gratify your adventure craving, indulge and feel the excitement of trekking in India and sense the thrill like never before. Peak Adventure Tour is organizing an adventure tour to Frozen River Ice Trek in Ladakh from 13-25th January 2012. The organization of the trip is an unbeaten experience for trekkers on Chadar trek, which penetrates thrilling freshness in the minds of trekkers. Travelling to the land of Zanskari people gives tourists an ultimate experience. Zanskar has the distinction of being the least interfered with microcosms of Ladakh, and thus one of the last few surviving cultural satellites of Tibet. For more information or to book the tour please visit http://www.peakadventuretour.com/

Trekkers can walk their way through frozen river and can feel the elegance of snow fall at high passes. The frozen river pass forms in the midst of winters, and provides tourists an ultimate experience of frozen river trekking. They can also catch a glimpse of villages along Zanskar River. Route comprises of walking on the frozen Zanskar River from Chilling to Zaribago.       

While trekking with adventure tour India, tourists are provided with expert guide and an Indian leader who supervises as the support during Frozen River Ice Trek. Experienced porter for carrying camping equipments and a professional cook is also accompanied throughout the area.

Visit www.peakadventuretour.com for complete details on trekking in India or contact us by phone at +91-9811636814/9810352536 (24 hours helpline) or by email at info at PeakAdventureTour Dot Com.
Frozen river trekking tour is been offered in January and the excitement of trekking is an experience at its perfection. Thrill of tracking on frozen water is an ultimate experience and is sure to perfectly reconnect you with nature.

Peak Adventure Tour  is well known for its state-of-the-art facilities and effective link that has been standing support for maintaining strong position amongst top-notch names in the relevant field. Recently designed packages offered by the company aspire to make adventure tourism in India a magnificent experience. Visit http://www.peakadventuretour.com/ for complete details on Frozen river trekking or contact us by phone at +91-9811636814/9810352536 (24 hours helpline)

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The Magnanimity of Ladakh Trekking Tour with Divine Snowy-White Mountains

Thursday, May 5th, 2011

Ladakh is a true tribute to nature and Ladakh trekking should be the first choice for all adventure and nature lovers. Located at the north end of India—Jammu and Kashmir, Leh Ladakh serves to be one of the most mesmerizing tourist destinations and has been visited by millions of tourists every year. The place carries superb geographical beauties and is considered as one of the popular most trekking targets in Asia.

What Ladakh Trekking Has To Offer?

Trekking in Ladakh is a tremendously wonderful experience that you will cherish throughout his life. You’ll experience trekking among splendid steep valleys and rivers here. It is not just an adventure trekking, but will also let you get one with nature and understand its phenomenon in righteous way. Not just this, you’ll also be introduced to several cultures, traditions and cuisines of people living in Ladakh.

Famous Ladakh Treks and Series

Markha Valley Trek: It is supposed to be the best trekking route in India. Any tourist visiting India (specifically Ladakh) must never miss the experience to this trek. You will experience exceptionally beautiful gorges and mountains on the way. Further, you are invited to feel the aroma of spirituality by Buddhist monasteries.
Best suggested Time to trek: From June – mid October

Nubra Valley Trek: Located at the northern region of Leh and bordered by Karakoram Range, its main attractions are Bactarian Camels who have double hump, Diskit & Samstanling monasteries, Khardung la Pass and Sand Dunes. The Valley is the gateway to the world’s largest glacier—Siachen Glacier.

Best suggested Time to trek: From May to October

Stok Kangri Trek: Trekking Stok Kangri will let you get introduced to lovely views of Zanskar and Karakoram ranges including K2 – one of the highest peaks in the world. It is certainly one of the best trekking peaks in India.

Best suggested Time to trek: From Mid June – Mid October

Zanskar Trek: You will encounter a lot of snowcapped valleys and mountains while experiencing trekking on Zanskar area. The scenic beauties here will surely grab your attention.

Best suggested Time to trek: From June to October

For making your Ladakh trekking tour to be the most memorable and comfortable trip of lifetime, hire a trusted tour operator. You’ll find a lot of tour operators online at affordable prices. A good operator will offer uninterrupted assistance with all required amenities you may require on your Ladakh trekking tour. Hire one and ensure a good time in Ladakh.

For more information about Ladakh Trekking browse http://www.trekkinginladakh.com/

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Ladakh- The Adventure Capital of India

Friday, December 24th, 2010

Ladakh – The Land of high Passes, The Land of Lama… Also Known as the Adventure Capital of India is renowned for its majestic endless offerings to tourists especially for adventure enthusiasts coming from all corners of the globe. Ladakh is often called as Land like no other considerably for adventure enthusiasts because Ladakh to adventure freaks is same as school to students.

The culture rich land of Ladakh is one of Incredible India’s most incredible lands, which is located in Jammu & Kashmir – India’s Heaven. Leh (Ladakh’s Capital) and Kargil are two of its outstanding districts. The majestic land of Ladakh not only offers endlessly only to adventure enthusiasts but also to tourists who’re love to explore rich Indian culture as Ladakh highlights Buddhist culture, and gives a magnificent chance to meet village dwellers and to discover their life style.

Ladakh adventure tour has bunches to offer, and can serve as an eternal lifetime experience because of its outstanding tourist attractions that’s simply magnificent and beyond imagination. Ladakh’s pride is its outstanding monasteries amongst which Hemis Gompa is the largest of all monasteries in the region, where artefacts, architecture and attractions are beyond admiration.

Ladakh is called as adventure capital of India because every nook and corner of city gives adventure enthusiasts an unparallel opportunity to get indulged in adventurous activities like Trekking, Cycling, White Water Rafting, Mountaineering, Polo, Archery, Jeep & Yak safari etc.

Ladakh’s magic: Trekking

Ladakh: The Land like no other, which rest amid loftiest peaks is cherished worldwide for a majestic trekking bonanza for adventure enthusiasts because of its rough landscapes and outstanding hilly region that offer a never seen before adventure experience. The popular trekking destinations in Ladakh are Zanskar, Indus Valley and Kargil. Ladakh trek introduces trekkers to Mother Nature’s unparallel blessings and gives a golden opportunity to explore magnificent dwellings in majestic villages and monasteries – Ladakh’s pride. One of the most adventurous and exciting trekking routes in world rests in Ladakh’s Zanskar region that is Chaddar route, thus the enthralling trek through the route can prove to be an eternal lifetime experience for adventure freaks. Trekking in Ladakh can fulfil trekker’s heart content to heights in a season when snowfall ceases, and the mid June to mid October are serene seasons to try trekking in Ladakh (which is also called Land of High passes).

Ladakh’s charm – White Water Rafting

Incredible India’s adventure tourism charm has been the unique White Water Rafting especially in the blessed region of Ladakh. The delight of rafting in Ladakh is its quickly flowing rivers of Indus and Zanskar whose gushy waves and wet rafting tour doubles adventure charm in Ladakh. The rafting expedition in Ladakh can serve as bonanza of adventure in the months from June to September when the River’s water level is rise due to frequent melting of ice.

Thus, the list of adventure tourism in Ladakh goes on and on. However, it’s said that actions speaks louder than words, hence an unparallel adventure tour of Ladakh is a simple means to explore world’s best adventure bonanza.

For more information about Ladakh Adventure Tourism & Trekking browse http://www.trekkinginladakh.com/

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Lamayuru Alchi Trek

Friday, March 19th, 2010

Leh, the capital of Ladakh dominates the Indus valley. The highlight of this small kingdom is the trek to famous ancient monasteries that dominate the area. Also known as the Land of Gompa, Nomads and High Passes, Ladakh has some famous monasteries treks like Hemis, Alchi, Shey and Lamayuru. One such trek is the Lamayuru Alchi trek. Lamayuru Alchi Trek

It is a short and challenging trek especially for those who have less time to explore the Ladakh region. There are groups of Gompas who reside in the region and enchant the holy Buddhists and other explorers who come to this land from far flung places. Lamayuru Alchi Trek presents the very essence of Ladakh that lets the explorers experience the Ladakh region, its people and culture.

The Lamayuru Alchi Trek is one of the most visited sites of the region since it links two of the oldest monasteries of Ladakh at its either end. The trail passes through dramatic desert mountains cape with vivid verdant villages tucked away into the hillsides. Highlights include the Gompas at Lamayuru, Wanla, the Sumdochoon valley, inhabited by descendants of Nepalese craftsmen brought by the king of Ladakh in the 18th century renowned for their metalwork in copper, tin and silver, and Alchi for ancient wood carvings all made in the 11th century.

Lamayuru is a sea of golden rock that folds charismatically and recalls the lake that once occupied the valley floor. In Alchi, there are various temples which are one of the finest examples of Kashmiri Buddhist style that flourished in the eleventh century in the Ladakh region during the second spread of Buddhism. Woodworking lintels and sculpture is particularly remarkable in Alchi and some details of frescoes evoke a Persian or Mughal influence, very different frescoes Tibetan classics.

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure amidst magnificent mountain scenery to travel between two of the world’s highest mountain ranges, the Himalayas and the Karakoram offering some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Explore the remote monasteries and palaces, walking through rocky gorges, over barren plains and through rural villages.

Best time to opt for Lamayuru Alchi trek is from Mid May – Mid October.

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Leh, the capital of Ladakh dominates the Indus valley. The highlight of this small kingdom is the trek to famous ancient monasteries that dominate the area. Also known as the Land of Gompa, Nomads and High Passes, Ladakh has some famous monasteries treks like Hemis, Alchi, Shey and Lamayuru. One such trek is the Lamayuru Alchi trek.

It is a short and challenging trek especially for those who have less time to explore the Ladakh region. There are groups of Gompas who reside in the region and enchant the holy Buddhists and other explorers who come to this land from far flung places. Lamayuru Alchi Trek presents the very essence of Ladakh that lets the explorers experience the Ladakh region, its people and culture.

The Lamayuru Alchi Trek is one of the most visited sites of the region since it links two of the oldest monasteries of Ladakh at its either end. The trail passes through dramatic desert mountains cape with vivid verdant villages tucked away into the hillsides. Highlights include the Gompas at Lamayuru, Wanla, the Sumdochoon valley, inhabited by descendants of Nepalese craftsmen brought by the king of Ladakh in the 18th century renowned for their metalwork in copper, tin and silver, and Alchi for ancient wood carvings all made in the 11th century.


Lamayuru is a sea of golden rock that folds charismatically and recalls the lake that once occupied the valley floor. In Alchi, there are various temples which are one of the finest examples of Kashmiri Buddhist style that flourished in the eleventh century in the Ladakh region during the second spread of Buddhism. Woodworking lintels and sculpture is particularly remarkable in Alchi and some details of frescoes evoke a Persian or Mughal influence, very different frescoes Tibetan classics.

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure amidst magnificent mountain scenery to travel between two of the world’s highest mountain ranges, the Himalayas and the Karakoram offering some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Explore the remote monasteries and palaces, walking through rocky gorges, over barren plains and through rural villages.

Best time to opt for Lamayuru Alchi trek is from Mid May – Mid October.

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Experience the Thrill and Adventure of Ladakh

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

Ladakh is a perfect holiday destination, at the same time it offers a wide range of adventure expeditiLadakh Adventureon to the tourists visiting India. Generally, people visiting here look forward to some fun filled activities and also want to enjoy the beauty of the serene nature of the cold desert, famous for its colourful fairs and festivals. So if you are one of those who like trekking, rafting, biking, mountaineering or camping then pack your bags with enough warm clothes, a medical kit, lots of dehydrating liquid and off course do not forget those sun glasses and moisturising lotions.

Being situated in a remote place in northern India, Ladakh falls within altitude ranging between 2,750 meters to 25,170 meters. Here maximum daytime temperature during summers is 27 degree Centigrade and minus 20 degree Centigrade in winters. What else can a travel enthusiast visiting here ask for? It certainly gives a satisfying experience to a nature lover.

Majority of the tourists come here for trekking but getting acclimatized to the climatic condition first, in this high altitude region becomes very essential for the first timers as well as the regulars. So do spend some time visiting the monasteries in the region of Leh to slowly allow your body to adapt to the change.

Being situated in the mighty Himalan range Ladakh offers some of the highest mountain passes in the world to the trekkers. The major trekking routes of Ladakh are Kargil Region, Ladakh-Zanskar Trekking, Indus Valley Trek and Tso Moriri Lake Trekking. The trekking season is ideally between August to early September though if you want to have the most unique trekking experience then Chadar trek in Ladakh could be the ideal option. The best time to enjoy Chaddar trek could be between January and Mid-March. Trekking is just one of a kind adventure sport that every fun-loving traveler would love but it is most essential to be physically fit and strong before undertaking these treks.

Adding to all these, if you are looking for more adventure then river rafting in Ladakh is something you should definitely give a try and better not ignore it. This place is an ultimate spot for river rafting. Here most of the rivers and its tributaries are known for gentle floating, as well as for the thrilling white water rafting. Some of the major river rafting routes in Ladakh is Phey to Nimo, Nimo to Alchi, Upshi to Kharu, Phey to Saspol, Kharu to Spituk, Saspol to Khaltsey, and Hemis to Choglamsar Bridge.
In winters tourists trek on the frozen river from Nimo to Karsha but, it should be kept in mind that this water sport require special skill and the rafter need to be expert before trying hands in this adventure. A highly secure arrangement for rescue coverage is an important pre- requisite before embarking upon a white-water expedition on a river.

When it comes to biking- be it motor bike or simple sports bike, Ladakh proves to be an unbeatable destination. Biking can be done usually in the months of October-December and late June/July to August. It generally involves a 12 to 13-day bike ride, which takes you to the steep hills, astounding glaciers and snow-capped Himalayan ranges.

Rohtang pass, Lahaul valley, Keylong, Darcha, Tanglang La (world’s second highest Pass), Lachung La, Baralach La and Khardung La, are all popular routes travelled by bikers in Ladakh. Another famous route frequently travelled is the 520 km long Manali-Leh route also known as the Army Road. The challenging ride begins with the climb to Baralcha after the Manali-Leh route as the altitude increases. The toughest part of the ride is the climb to Lachung La. Continuing for a couple of days you will reach your destination, Leh.  Do not forget to visit the Thiksey and Shey Monasteries just before Leh. Basic bike repairing equipments like tire levers, pump, patch tubes, chain tool, crescent wrench, duct tape, cables, brake pads, crank remover and spare spokes are most likely to come handy while on a long ride.

Though new, today tourism in Ladakh is gaining popularity among visitors from across the world. So, this season you must travel to this Himalayan region of India as it often surpasses the best in the world.

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