Mentok Kangri (6,250m)

Mountaineering

Mentok Kangri (6,250m)

  • Duration: 7 days
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Group size: 4–5 people

Overview

Rising above the western shore of Tso Moriri in the remote Rupshu-Changthang plateau, this semi-technical peak offers stunning views across the lake to the 6,600m Chamser and Lungser Kangri. The climb itself takes 3–4 days from Korzok village and pairs well with the Rumtse to Tso Moriri trek for acclimatisation.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 01

    Leh arrival

    Acclimatization in Leh (3,500m).

  2. Day 02

    Leh acclimatization

    Explore local monasteries and prepare for expedition.

  3. Day 03

    Leh to Karzok

    After driving 5hrs from Leh, stay at karzok. Enjoy the magnificent view for Tso Moriri Lake.

  4. Day 04

    Tso Moriri to BaseCamp for Mentok kangri

    Trek begins from korzok to basecamp of Mentok kangri (5200 m).

  5. Day 05

    Summit Push

    At the daytime we will fix the gears and equipments and in the night from Base camp we will push Mentok kangri peak.

  6. Day 06

    BaseCamp to Korzok

    After the summit push decent down to base camp and rest for 3 hours and decend down to korzok. Overnight stay at korzok.

  7. Day 07

    Leh

    5 hrs drive from korzok to Leh. Drop to your respective stays.

What's included

  • Climbing guide
  • Porter support
  • Camping equipment
  • All meals
  • Basic climbing gear

Not included

  • Flights
  • Personal climbing gear
  • Insurance
  • Emergency evacuation

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