Markha Valley vs Zanskar Valley
Pick Markha Valley for
adventure, a real challenge, nature
Pick Zanskar Valley for
peace and quiet, culture and heritage, road trips, fewer people, an easier walk
| Markha Valley | Zanskar Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Ladakh, Hemis National Park, Leh | Ladakh, Padum, Kargil |
| Highest point | 5,150 m | 4,400 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 70 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 9–10 | 8–10 |
| Best months | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹3,000 |
| Gateway | Leh | Leh / Srinagar |
| With kids | Not advised | Possible |
| With seniors | Not advised | Possible |
| Permits | Hemis National Park fee and Ladakh permits. | Check current Kargil district requirements. |
Markha Valley: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Zanskar Valley: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- ❄︎May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- ❄︎Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely