Dzo Jongo Summits

Overview

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An excellent introduction to mountaineering in the Himalaya with two 6,000m peaks in Ladakh

Introduction

This expedition to Northern India aims to climb Dzo Jongo East (6,096m), a technically straightfoward peak that is accessible from the ancient city of Leh, the capital of Ladakh. If you are a keen walker or trekker and have used an ice axe and crampons, you could well attempt Dzo Jongo as you first Himalayan peak.

On this trip you’ll fly from Delhi to Leh and spend two days sightseeing, acclimatising and visiting hill top monasteries. The regal air of the city, with its 'potala-like' palace and the charm of the friendly and traditionally dressed Ladakhi people contribute to the experience of this expedition.

Rested and ready to face the mountains, you’ll drive to Chilling and begin a 5-day trek to base camp. The trek follows part of the famous Markha Valley to Nimaling, before continuing to a quiet base camp at 5,050m. After a rest/acclimatisation day, we climb the striking east ridge of Dzo Jongo East. The ascent is never difficult, with the final 300m being on easily-angled snow.

Join us on Dzo Jongo

• Summit success in July 2023 and July 2024.
• Team led by Jagged Globe leader from the UK.
• Superb acclimatisation trek through the Markha Valley.
• Much quieter than Stok Kangri or Kang Yatze II.

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Experience Required

Dzo Jongo Summits is an excellent first Himalayan expedition and no previous experience of high altitude or mountaineering is required. To join the climb, you need to be familiar with the use of ice axe and crampons on low-angled terrain and be confident on British Grade I scrambles, such as Snowdon's Crib Goch.

Our Introductory Long Weekend in Scotland would provide good preparation for this trip.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Dates & Prices

Date	With Flight	or Meeting in	Availability
Fri 11 Jul – Sun 27 Jul 2025	UK	Delhi	Available Book now »
Expedition Leader Paul Donovan	£3,995	£2,995
Fri 10 Jul – Sun 26 Jul 2026	UK	Delhi	Available Book now »
2 places left with £300 early booking offer	£3,995 £3,695	£2,995 £2,695

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Group size: 5 – 12 people.

Single room supplement: £350

For comparison, this expedition starts from £187 (GBP) per day (price Without Flights).

With Flight pricing

Our 'With Flight' price includes an Economy class return airfare from the UK. The cost is based on a group fare that we have already reserved, or individual seats that we have budgeted for. Note that in some circumstances, the earlier you book, the less expensive the airfare and the 'With Flight' price.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) 'Know Before You Go' campaign. We recommend that you read the FCO Travel Advice for India on the FCDO Website.

What the price includes

• International economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK Air Passenger Duty (excluded if joining land-only and you make your own international flight arrangements).
• All internal flights.
• 2 group road transfers between International Airport and hotel in Delhi, connecting with flights (excluded if joining land-only).
• 2 group road transfers between hotel in Delhi and Domestic Airport, connecting with flights.
• 2 nights' bed and breakfast hotel accommodation in Delhi on a twin-sharing basis.
• 4 nights' full-board hotel accommodation in Leh on a twin-sharing basis.
• 10 nights' full-board camping accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
• All road transport by private vehicles as described in the itinerary.
• Porterage costs to base camp.
• Climbing permits.
• All costs for Jagged Globe leader.
• Nepalese climbing sherpas and local helpers.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or lightweight fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Delhi.
• Optional extension (for example, Agra Fort and Taj Mahal).
• Tips.

Tailor-made option

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. Depending on your mountaineering experience, you may want a Jagged Globe leader or go ‘self-led’ with the assistance of local guides. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable, particularly if you take the self-led option. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Outline Itinerary

Day 1:	Fly to Delhi Overnight hotel.
Day 2:	Fly to Leh, the capital of Ladakh (3,524m) Overnight hotel.
Day 3 - 4:	Exploring the city of Leh (3,350m) You have two days to relax and stroll around Leh and allow your body to acclimatise. There are plenty of distractions in Leh, varying from scenic and cultural to gastronomic. There are options of visiting the 11th century monastery at Alchi and the famous Khardung La pass (the highest motorable road in the world). Overnight local hotel.
Day 5 - 9:	Trek to Nimaling via the Markha Valley Drive to Chilling and begin the trek to Nimaling with a side trip to Kang Yatze II base camp. Overnight camps.
Day 10:	Trek to Base Camp (5,050m) Follow the Nimaling Chu upstream, then climb more gradually we gain altitude as you approach our base camp below the Dzo Jongo peaks.
Day 11:	Rest day
Day 12 - 13:	Climb Dzo Jongo East (6096m) From base camp you access a high plateau at 5,800m. Gentle slopes lead to Dzo Jongo East with its striking, not too steep east ridge. Except for an easy snowfield at 5800m, the ascent is mostly on rock/scree.
Day 14 - 15:	Return trek Trek out from base camp via the Kongmaru La pass (5,287m) to Shang Sumdo and drive back to Leh. Overnight hotel.
Day 16:	Fly Leh to Delhi Overnight hotel.
Day 17:	Fly from Delhi to London

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns, landslides, river crossings, the availability of horses and the health of climbers can all contribute to changes. The Expedition Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

Optional Agra and Taj Mahal

A trip to Agra and the Taj Mahal is available as an optional extra, subject to flight availability.

Price £450 per person

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Reports & Reviews

First Expedition: July 2022
Total: 2 trips

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Team Member Reviews

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  It was not my first trip with Jagged Globe so it’s not news that I was more than satisfied.

  ” Dzo Jongo Summits, July 2024