Zanskar River Expedition 2009
Dates: July 26th to August 7th (13 days)
Location: Ladakh, Northern India.
This is a river expedition with quality white-water and amazing scenery immersed in the unique Buddhist culture of Ladakh in Northern India. We start with a scenic drive past 7000 meter peaks and huge glaciers to get to the put-in of this remote river. The first two river days give an easy introduction on gentle white-water and time to acclimatise while surrounded by epic scenery and the occasional monastery overlooking the river. As we reach the end of a wide valley with the huge Zanskar mountain range looming, a tight canyon appears and we enter the Zanskar Gorge, with canyon walls over 1000 meters deep in places. Once in the gorge we are committed to reach the end and with big class III/IV rapids, and consistently moving water. This trip takes us right through the lunar landscape of western Ladakh, one the most surreal places on the planet and visits to monasteries, palaces, markets and villages are all part of the itinerary.
This river is suitable for level 4 kayakers with solid rolls. A reasonable level of fitness is required as this is a high altitude trip. No white-water experience is required to join this trip as a rafter. Please see
http://www.intoindia.com/zanskar.html for an itinerary and gallery.
We use raft support to carry all equipment on this expeditions. This allows us to enjoy the excitement and fun of multi-day kayaking with none of the heartache. Having raft support brings luxuries such as cooks, great food, and empty kayaks, normally unknown to expedition paddlers. Paddling for multiple days with an empty kayak can make all the difference between a good trip and life changing adventure. You are welcome to bring your own kayak or contact us for our current list of kayaks available to rent.
Trip Price: €1549 – group discounts available
Price includes, all accommodation, food on the expedition, all transport including internal flights and all river wear for rafters.
For more information about us and other trips we offer please contact us or see
www.intoindia.com.
See you on the water!
Jam
James McManus
jam@intoindia.com
01 443 3314
