Ladakh road trip || Nubra valley || Hunder || Diskit || Khardungla pass || Shayok river || Pangong

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The distance between Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake can be covered by two different routes. Let me break it down for you:
Via Shyok Route (Shorter and Easier):
Distance: Approximately 140 kilometers.
Travel Time: Roughly 6 hours.
This route passes through the villages of Agham and Shyok, offering a smoother journey with no steep climbs.
Via Wari La Pass Route (Longer and More Adventurous):
Distance: Around 220 kilometers, depending on your starting point.
Travel Time: Approximately 8-10 hours.
This route involves two high-altitude passes: Wari La and Chang La.
As you travel from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake, consider exploring these captivating spots:
Diskit Monastery: Located in Nubra Valley, this ancient Buddhist monastery offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and houses a gigantic statue of Maitreya Buddha.
Hunder Sand Dunes: Experience the unique desert-like landscape in Hunder, where you can take a camel ride amidst the sand dunes.
Turtuk Village: A hidden gem near the Line of Control (LoC), Turtuk is known for its apricot orchards, friendly locals, and breathtaking views of the Karakoram Range.
Chang La Pass: En route to Pangong, you’ll cross Chang La Pass (5,360 meters), one of the highest motorable passes in Ladakh. The views are awe-inspiring!
Pangong Tso: Finally, reach the mesmerizing Pangong Lake, famous for its ever-changing shades of blue. Don’t miss the chance to camp by its shores and soak in the tranquility.
Ladakh, with its rugged terrain and high-altitude landscapes, is home to several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. Let me share some fascinating ones with you:
Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary:
Located in the Ladakhi Changthang plateau, this sanctuary covers an enormous area of approximately 1,600 sq. km.
It houses incredible flora and fauna, including the elusive snow leopard, Tibetan wild ass (Kiang), dark-necked crane, Tibetan wolf, wild yak, bharal (blue sheep), and more.
The sanctuary also boasts around 44 species of water birds and seasonal migratory birds.
Don’t miss the chance to explore the world’s highest village, Korzok, and its Korzok Monastery within the sanctuary.