Stok KangriAltitude 6,121m/20,082ft » Duration 17 Days » Grade 1A
A 6,000m summit and excellent introduction to mountaineering in the Himalaya, in a two-week trip to Ladakh[more]
 Trekking towards Stok Kangri base camp, with the mountain in the background Photo: © Mungo Ross
IntroductionStok Kangri is clearly visible from Leh, the capital of Ladakh in Northern India. We have been organising expeditions to this fine trekking peak since 1988 and for 2010, have refined our itinerary so that the trip can now be completed in a little over two weeks. We fly from Delhi to Leh and spend two days here acclimatising and visiting hill top monasteries, before following our new itinerary, which visits the quiet Shang Valley. Here, we cross many spurs and minor passes, with occasional views northwards towards the Indus Valley, until we reach a high point at the 4,960m Shang La, prior to arriving at Stok Kangri base camp... [read more]
Experience RequiredStok Kangri is considered to be a suitable 'starter expedition' for fit trekkers. It is an excellent first Himalayan peak and no previous experience of high altitude or mountaineering is required.This expedition is graded 1A... [read more about grades] Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.
Team CompositionThe Jagged Globe leader is supported by English-speaking, Nepalese climbing Sherpas who have climbed Stok Kangri many times before... [read more about leaders]There are 12 places available on each expedition. Leader Neal Short (Jul '10).
Expedition Itinerary
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... [read more]
EquipmentTo join the Stok Kangri expedition you need the following specialist equipment... [read more]We have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service.
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
Additional InformationIf you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
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