Chadar

Overview

Chadar Trek, the crown jewel of India’s winter adventures, transforms the frozen Zanskar River into a shimmering white trail that leads you through towering gorges, ancient Ladakhi settlements, and a world carved quietly by ice and time. It is here that nature reveals its raw, untouched beauty—where glassy sheets of ice mirror snow-laden cliffs, frozen waterfalls hang like crystal curtains, and every step feels like walking through a living, breathing winter canvas. A rare blend of endurance, silence, and surreal landscapes, the Chadar Trek is not just a journey but a deep immersion into Ladakh’s harsh yet breathtaking winter, offering one of the most iconic and unforgettable trekking experiences in India.

So here's your Travel Captain for the trip, Harleen Singh - Travel enthusiast, mom to 6 amazing dogs, movie buff, K-drama expert, foodie!..

Harleen hails from Bangalore, is an entrepreneur by profession who runs a boutique of her own and has a very successful Instagram page. An avid-animal lover, she is also an enthusiastic solo traveller and always up for trying something new. She is known for her Instagram posts which encourage positivity and love and connects to her followers on a personal level. And adding to this unique pattern that she has followed through her posts, she is planning this trek (in spite of her hatred towards treks) to some of the most beautiful landscapes the country has to offer. So come and join the wonderful Wander_leen on what promises to be a unique memorable experience.


Begin your Chadar journey with a smooth arrival in Leh, where you acclimatise to the altitude while exploring the serene monasteries, palaces and viewpoints of the Indus Valley. After completing the mandatory medical check-up and permits, you set off towards Tilad Sumdo - the starting point of the iconic Frozen River Trek.

From here, you walk across shimmering ice sheets surrounded by towering cliffs, frozen waterfalls and untouched Himalayan landscapes as you make your way through Shingrak Yokma, Tsomo and Tibb. The trek continues deeper into the Zanskar gorge until you reach the stunning Nerak frozen waterfall, the most celebrated highlight of the entire route.

After experiencing life on the ice, scenic campsites and ever-changing Chadar formations, you return to Leh with a heart full of adventure and memories that stay long after the journey ends.