Circuit · Ladakh
Ladakh lakes
Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri — high, cold and unforgettable.
- Places
- 2
- Altitude
- 4,225–5,360 m
- Fly / train to
- Leh
- Daily spend
- about ₹3,800
When to go
- ❄︎Jan
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Best for most places here: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep. Each place here needs 5–6 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Pangong Tso
A 130 km long high-altitude lake that changes colour through the day, reached over Chang La.
Tso Moriri
A remote, quiet high lake at Korzok, with nomad camps and black-necked cranes.
What to pack for Ladakh lakes
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Sun cap or hat
- Compact umbrella
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Comfortable walking shoes with grip
- Day pack, 20–30 litres
- Water bottles, 2 litres in total
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
- Motion-sickness bands or tablets
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Ladakh lakes: questions people ask
Which places are in the Ladakh lakes circuit?
The Ladakh lakes circuit in Ladakh covers Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Ladakh lakes?
June to September suit most places in Ladakh lakes. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Ladakh lakes?
Travel to Leh, then continue by road.
How much does a Ladakh lakes trip cost per day?
About ₹3,800 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Ladakh lakes, and which is the highest?
Tso Moriri is the easiest (easy–moderate). Pangong Tso is the highest at 5,360 m.