This trek in the Hemis National Park is great for a short getaway. Enjoy a village of Rumbak surrounded by green fields and colourful mountains. Crossing the Stok La pass offer spectacular landscapes. You have higher chances to see wildlife such as blue sheeps and marmots in this area.
Itinerary
Day 1
Spituk – Zingchen
Time: 5 hrs
Distance: 15.7 km
Elevation gain / loss: +375m / -161m
Before the trek you can visit Spituk gompa
The trail follows the south bank of the Indus river till it enters the gorge leading to Zingchen
Day 2
Zingchen – Rumbak
Time: 2-3 hrs
Distance: 6.5 km
Elevation gain / loss: +555m / -0m
It’s quite a short walk to reach the beautiful village of Rumbak
Homestay is available in Rumbak
Day 3
Rumbak – Stok La – Stok
Time: 7-8 hrs
Distance: 16.5 km
Elevation gain / loss: +995m / -1347m
Starting early to cross the Stok La, the path gets steeper as you get closer to the pass
A long descent through a narrow valley to reach Stok village
If time permits you can visit Stok palace