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Siachen Glacier and Base Camp

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Go back a decade or more and you hardly hear anyone talking about Ladakh. It was not even considered a place worth visiting; forget to be a tourist spot. It was just a name we heard from time to time; a distant land somewhere in our country. Fast forward to times like today and everyone now wants to visit Ladakh; all thanks to Bollywood. There is so much craze these days that people have now started thinking about remote areas, even in this most remote part of our country. Everyone wants to come to Ladakh and explore the unexplored; go to areas where no one has been; less traveled or visited areas. One of the questions I started getting asked about the trip to Ladakh quite often now is how to visit Siachen; the glacier itself or at least the base camp.

If you are also planning a trip to Ladakh; and wondering how to add Siachen to your itinerary; then read on to find out.

What is Siachen

First of all, let me start with some information on what exactly Siachen is. The Siachen Glacier is a glacier located in the eastern range of Karakoram, in the Himalayas, northeast of NJ9842, where the control line between India and Pakistan ends. At 76 km long, it is the longest glacier in Karakoram and the second longest in the non-polar areas of the world.

Most importantly, however, at an altitude of 5,753 meters (18,875 feet), it is now the highest battlefield in the world. It is an active battle zone, where Indian and Pakistani forces remain involved in conflicts for 12 months. The entire Siachen Glacier, with all major passes, has been under Indian administration since 1984.

However, it is not really the problem of the constant battle here. More soldiers died in Siachen due to harsh climatic conditions in the region than from fighting. A total of 869 soldiers lost their lives on the Siachen Glacier; due to climatic conditions and environmental and other factors to date; since the Indian Army deployed posts in Siachen in 1984.

So this is Siachen for you. It is not a place of adventure, nor a tourist spot or an area where tourists are allowed. It is not a place where you just go for a challenge or to explore. Siachen is where you are at great risk of dying if you are careful, prepared, escorted and trained to do so.

Siachen Base Camp

Siachen Base Camp is the base that came or in layman’s terms, the army base from which the Indian Indian Army commands Glacier operations. It is here that the road ends and the walk begins to several army posts on the Siachen glacier.

Where is the Siachen base camp

Siachen Base Camp is located in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh region. From the city of Leh, you will cross Khardung La to enter the valley; and drive through the villages of Panamik and Warshi to reach the base camp. Civilians from now on are only allowed up to Vila Warshi.

How to go to Siachen Base Camp

So, unless you practice trekking and mountaineering professionally, Siachen Base Camp is as far away as possible. This is also where the road ends, so you can no longer drive or walk. The journey from Leh city will easily take about 10 hours to reach the base camp, depending on your speed. However, it is difficult to get permission to go there. Your regular ILP in Ladakh will only take you to Vila Warshi in the Nubra valley.

Permission for Siachen Base Camp

DC Leh’s office is not authorized and cannot issue any permission to visit Base Camp. To do this, you will need to obtain a permit from the Ministry of Interior (MHA) and the Ministry of Defense (MoD) with a very clear explanation as to why you want to visit here. So, to sum up, to get permission from the Siachen base camp, you really need to have good bureaucratic contacts in the ministries and the Indian army.

There is, however, another way around this, which is really unofficial. If you know a senior Indian army officer published in Ladakh; or perhaps a junior officer who can speak to the senior on our behalf; you can get a permit issued to visit the base camp. To do this, you will have to go to Partapur Army Camp, the North Ladakh brigade headquarters and try your luck. It is about 7 km from Hunder.

Please note that it will be a day trip anyway. You will first have to reach any of the cities in the Nubra valley from Leh and stay there all night. On day 2, you will take a day trip to Siachen base camp and return to the Nubra valley. On the third day, you will return to Leh. There are no accommodations anywhere near the base camp and you will not be able to stay there either, unless you are part of an Indian Army operation; in that case, they will make arrangements for your stay. The Army conducts this type of event or excursion to the Siachen base camp and, if you were lucky enough to be part of that group, your trip to the camp will be organized by the army itself.

How to visit the Siachen Glacier

Visiting Siachen Glacier, however, is a totally different game than visiting Siachen Base Camp. For the base camp, you can drive to the end, but for the glacier, you will have to travel 60 kilometers through the rugged terrain, through brunettes, glaciers and deep crevices. You not only need to be physically fit for this, but also have extensive experience in trekking and mountaineering. You will also need to have a medical exam and a doctor to declare that you are fit for the task. Even the soldiers who are deployed on the Siachen glacier spend several days at the base camp before going up to the glacier. Not far from the base camp is the Siachen Battle School, where soldiers train for several weeks before being introduced to the glacier. Then you can imagine the difficulty of the task.

Siachen Glacier

Almost impossible to obtain is what best describes it. First of all, the Siachen Glacier is not really a place where you can get permission and start walking towards it. The only way to get here is to be part of a trekking expedition and continue with the whole group. These trekking expeditions are more organized by the Indian army. Some other trekking expeditions are also organized after the approval of the government and the Indian army, but mainly it is the Army itself that organizes the trek.

Siachen Trekking Expedition

How to be part of this trekking expedition? Well, first of all, the number of shipments is severely limited, only 1 per year. This is correct, it is an annual thing. And so the number of people on the expedition is limited. A large number of people sign up for these expeditions and I’m really talking about people with a lot of experience in trekking and high level contacts. Only the lucky ones are chosen for the walk at the end.

The Army takes about 40 people, including its specialists, two journalists, defense scientists, school cadets and civilian volunteers for this expedition. For civilian volunteers, a medical check-up is carried out in Leh and only people who pass this test can go to Siachen base camp. So, at the camp, these people are trained or about a week before they go to the glacier.

Organizations associated with defense forces, media people, the Indian Military College of Rashtriya and cadets from the Military School of Rashtriya participate in the journey every year. So, for civilians and people like you and me, it is almost impossible to get permission for the Siachen Glacier. If, however, you still want to try your luck, visit the link below to read the entire procedure on how to apply for the expedition.

Can foreigners visit the Siachen glacier or the base camp?

Not at all. If you are not an Indian citizen, you cannot go beyond Warshi village. This is the last point in the Nubra valley that a foreigner can visit. Even for the Siachen base camp, being an Indian citizen is the first qualifying condition.

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SIACHEN GLACIER TREK

Nestled amidst the mighty Karakoram Range, the Siachen Glacier, a pristine expanse of ice and snow, stands as a symbol of awe-inspiring beauty and daunting challenges. Stretching over 76 kilometers in length, it is the world’s highest battleground, a place where the explorer within you gets to witness what our country’s saviours endure.

For the first time ever, Boots & Crampons proudly presents an exclusive 14-day Siachen Glacier Expedition, made possible through our collaboration with the Indian Army. This unique opportunity grants you access to the world’s highest battlefield, an endeavor that promises to redefine your perception of adventure.

As you traverse this glacial wonderland, you’ll delve into the heart of Siachen, experiencing moments of introspection, bonding, and sheer perseverance. You’ll walk in the footsteps of our brave soldiers, gaining a profound understanding of the challenges they face daily. The camaraderie you’ll build with your fellow explorers will be akin to the unbreakable bonds of our soldiers.

Beyond the stunning vistas and unforgettable memories, this expedition offers a chance to be a part of something greater, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Come, join us on this extraordinary journey, and discover the Siachen Glacier – a place where explorers become storytellers, and every step is a tribute to the indomitable spirit of our nation’s heroes.

Day 1 – Arrival in Leh (3500m):

– Welcome to Leh, the starting point of our Siachen Glacier Expedition.

– Upon arrival, check in at the designated accommodations.

– The day will be dedicated to acclimatization, a crucial process in preparing for the high-altitude adventure.

– Attend an informative briefing session to understand the journey that lies ahead.

– Your equipment and clothing will be meticulously checked to ensure you are well-prepared for the challenging expedition.

Day 2 – Leh (3500m):

– Continue the acclimatization process, gradually adapting to the high altitude.

– Engage in training activities that will equip you with essential skills for the upcoming journey.

– Take this opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow team members and build camaraderie.

– Explore the enchanting city of Leh, known for its rich culture and history, offering a glimpse into the unique Ladakhi way of life.

Day 3 – Move from Leh to Base Camp (3810m):

– Depart from Leh and begin your journey towards the Base Camp.

– The day involves a combination of driving to the initial trekking point and then embarking on a trek to reach the Base Camp.

– Continue your acclimatization process and participate in training activities aimed at preparing you for the upcoming challenges.

Days 4-5 – Base Camp (3810m):

– These days are dedicated to further acclimatization, allowing your body to adapt to the high-altitude conditions.

– Receive essential orientation at the Siachen Battle School, where you will learn about the intricacies of the region and the challenges you are likely to encounter.

– This phase is vital in ensuring you are well-prepared for the adventure that awaits.

Day 6 – Trek from Base Camp to Camp-I (3960m):

– Start your trek from the Base Camp to Camp-I, taking your first step into the Siachen Glacier region.

– Experience the rugged beauty of the landscape as you hike towards Camp-I.

– At the end of the day, settle in at Camp-I for a well-deserved rest.

Day 7 – Trek from Camp-I to Camp-II (4179m):

– Continue your journey as you trek from Camp-I to Camp-II.

– As you ascend, the landscape transforms, and you’ll begin to appreciate the unique beauty of the glacier.

– At Camp-II you’ll rest for the night, surrounded by the serene expanse of the Siachen Glacier.

Day 8 – Trek from Camp-II to Camp-III (4420m):

– Today, you push higher into the glacier region, trekking from Camp-II to Camp-III.

– The change in altitude offers new perspectives and awe-inspiring views.

– At Camp-III, you’ll spend the night, surrounded by the majestic Karakoram Range.

Day 9 – Trek from Camp-III to Camp-II (4179m):

– Descend from Camp-III to Camp-II, revisiting terrain you’ve come to know well.

– This transition allows you to consolidate your experiences and knowledge of the area.

– Sundown brings you back to Camp-II, where you’ll rest and rejuvenate.

Day 10 – Trek from Camp-II to Camp-I (3960m):

– Descend further from Camp-II to Camp-I, retracing your steps with a sense of accomplishment.

– At Camp-I, you’ll spend the night, reminiscing about your journey thus far and preparing for the final phase of the expedition.

Day 11 – Trek from Camp-I to Base Camp. Move to Leh:

– Complete your descent from Camp-I to the Base Camp, bringing your glacier trek to a close.

– It’s time to prepare for a scenic drive to Leh and savor the accomplishments of your Siachen Glacier expedition.

Day 12-13 – Buffer Days:

– These buffer days offer flexibility to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, ensuring the safety and comfort of all expedition participants.

– Use this time for additional training, relaxation, or exploring the surroundings, as you see fit.

Day 14 – Departure from Leh:

– Bid a fond farewell to the enchanting landscapes of Leh and the Siachen Glacier.

– Return to Leh for your onward journey, carrying with you a treasure trove of memories and experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Airport pickup and transfers.
Accommodation (Hotel & Tents) at all destinations from your arrival in Leh.
All meals for the entire 14-day duration.
The expertise and guidance of a professional expedition leader.
Porter fees.
Transportation within the Ladakh region.
Equipment expenses.
Service charges of the organizing team.
Travel insurance and medical coverage.
Personal shopping expenses & toiletries.
Costs related to bars and beverages.
Emergency evacuation from Leh.
Any unanticipated emergencies during the 14-day period.
Tips for staff Personal expenses and extra services beyond the itinerary
Any expenses not mentioned in the inclusions

PREPARATION GUIDE

This is a moderate to hard level expedition. Thus, you must have previous experience & need to go through strenuous training.
Possessing technical climbing skills will be a significant advantage.
You shall be fit, healthy and willing to make effort.
Training for 3-4 months is suggested.
Walk uphill or stairs steps with a back pack.
It’s be great if you build a healthy amount of cardiovascular endurance. Jogging is the best exercise to increase your stamina.
For detailed advice and coordination, we’ll have a WhatsApp group.

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Oct 1, 2021

Siachen Glacier Trek

The Siachen Glacier is known to be the most inhospitable, high and cold battlefield, where the temperature drops to minus 40 degrees Celsius in winter. But there's good news for travellers like you as now you can visit Siachen Glacier up to the base camp.

Travellers will now be able to see the beautiful valley of Siachen Glacier, not just in pictures, but with their own eyes. Foreign travellers are not allowed to reach here due to security reasons. The permission to allow domestic travellers to reach the base camp of the Siachen Glacier adjacent to the LoC between India and Pakistan is also being seen as a big message to China and Pakistan.

Is the Siachen glacier open for tourists?

Yes! you heard that right, domestic travellers can now explore Siachen Base Camp as it is open for domestic tourists! The Siachen Glacier Base Camp is located at an altitude of 3,657 metres, while the highest military post Bana is situated at an altitude of 7,010 metres. During winter the temperature goes up to minus 40 degrees. With this decision taken on World Tourism Day, where tourism is expected to be promoted in Ladakh.

Siachen Glacier Base Camp is considered to be the highest and coldest battlefield in the world. Visiting here will give a different kind of feeling to the tourists. Tourists can reach here and feel under what adverse conditions our soldiers lay down their lives to protect the border while staying here.

The Siachen Glacier Base Camp is located at an altitude of 3,657 metres, while the highest military post Bana is situated at an altitude of 7,010 metres. During winter the temperature goes up to minus 40 degrees. With this decision taken on World Tourism Day, where tourism is expected to be promoted in Ladakh.

There is snow all around here and there is constant darkness. This is the reason why this glacier is very important from the strategic point of view for the country, is also called the valley of death. Situated at an average altitude of 18000 feet above sea level, Siachen Glacier has a border with Pakistan on one side and Aksai Chin, bordering China on the other side. It is very important for India to deploy its army in this area to keep an eye on these two countries.

What part of the Siachen glacier opens tourists?

Although tourists can now do Siachen Glacier Trek, team Walking The Himalayas will suggest that you must do easier treks first, get yourself prepare for hash situations and then do Siachen Glacier Trek. Siachen Glacier Base Camp is situated at an altitude of 12000 ft or 3567 m at Partapur. On the other hand, the highest post on the Siachen Glacier is Bana Post and it is located at an altitude of 23000 ft or 7010 m.

Siachen Glacier Trek Itinerary

Day 1: leh to siachen glacier base camp (3810 m) - drive 150 km, day 2: siachen glacier base camp - rest day, day 3: siachen glacier base camp to siachen glacier base camp 1 (3962 m) - 12 km, 6 hrs trek, day 4: siachen glacier base camp 1 - rest day, day 5: siachen glacier base camp 1 to siachen glacier base camp 2 (4179 m) - 14 km, 7 hrs trek, day 6: siachen glacier base camp 2 - rest day, day 7: siachen glacier base camp 2 to siachen glacier base camp 3 (4420 m) - 16 km, 8 hrs, day 8: siachen glacier base camp 3 - rest day, day 9: siachen glacier base camp 3 to kumar post (4876 m) - 18 km, 9 hrs, day 10: kumar post - rest day, day 11: kumar post to siachen glacier base camp 3 - 18 km, 7 hrs, day 12: siachen glacier base camp 3 to csiachen glacier base campamp 2 - 16 km, 6 hrs, day 13: siachen glacier base camp 2 to siachen glacier base camp 1 - 14 km, 5 hrs, day 14: camp 1 to siachen base camp - 12 km, 5 hrs, day 15: siachen base camp to leh - 150 km drive., we will start this trek from next year ie 2022. so get ready to explore this paradise on earth by walking the himalayas..

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Spectacular drive from Nubra to Siachen Base camp!

Last updated on August 14th, 2023 at 06:25 pm

Siachen base camp. The toughest training ground in the world. The drive to Siachen base camp is a spectacular and poignant experience.

Our driver, Nowang had warned us that we need to leave very early in the morning so that we can go to Siachen base camp and return to Leh by evening. We were game for it. A lovely chai served at 4 AM by army mess staff – nowhere can you get this kind of hospitality – got us ready to leave the officers mess by 5 AM.

Nowang was there dot at 5 and we bid god bye to the staff in darkness. it was cold in the morning and we quickly got into the car and started driving towards Siachen base camp.

Siachen is the highest battle field in the world. Indian Army captured it in 1984 through Operation Meghdoot .

We always dreamt of going to the Siachen base camp. To see for ourselves how the Indian army gets their soldiers prepared for a gruelling tenure at the high altitude. Fortunately we were able to get the required permissions in time to go there.

The sun was still behind the mountains when we left Patarpur. Sun rises early in Ladakh and soon we were greeted with first glimpse of mountains with their looming shadows.

We traced back the route through Hunder we had taken on the previous day. With no tourists around, the dunes presented a pretty sight early in the morning. Soon, we were back on the highway and crossed Shyok river and headed towards Siachen base camp.

The road to the camp goes all along Shyok and Nubra river. We don’t climb much and the road is winding only in some stretches. What stuns you is the might of mountains. Here you see what the Himalayas are made of. Sheer granite. One towering over the other.

It is a pity that there wasn’t any snow on the mountains. But still we could see through our binoculars lovely peaks and glaciers. Driving in the Shyok valley early in the morning meant that we drove in the shadows while the mountains on the right bank were lit up beautifully.

Let us start telling the tale through the pictures. Please click on them to see them in original size.

We leave at dusk. The dunes of Hunder are quiet, devoid of tourists.

We drove in darkness even as the sun was coming up slowly over the mountains in the east.

Sunrise over the mountains as we head towards the base camp.

Dunes shot early in the morning, Hunder

You can see the shadow play here. We are driving in the shade where as the early morning sunlight beautifully lights up the mountains along the Shyok river.

The beauty of this drive is unlike the others in Ladakh. The enormously wide Nubra river flanked by mighty peaks humbles you.

First glimpse of the glacier as the road circumvent the mountains. We are still miles away from base camp. But the excitement increases!

First check at the Transport Check Point -TCP- at Sasoma. The boys served us excellent cup of tea which was god sent on a chilly morning.

Just look at these gigantic outcrops of granite!! It blows you away. The hidden valleys of snow in the background provides a lovely backdrop.

There was this peak popping out of barren cluster! Notice the sharp contours of the peaks! Thanks to 70-300 zoom lens.

…….And this one too.

Glimpses of snow on the mountains. This year, the summer was very sever in Ladakh which meant lack of snow on the mountains.

We move closer to the base camp and get a better view of the glacier.

The zoomed up view of the glacier…..

S iachen glacier is one of the lovely glaciers of Karakoram range. Another view of it. The beauty of the glacier can be savoured through a good pair of binoculars.

We are at 12,000 feet. Welcome to the base camp which trains the brave-hearts to fight on the highest battlefield in the world!

As we come closer, we are treated to a panoramic view of the glacier and the mountains.

The saviours of Siachen. The helicopters are the saviours of Siachen. The pilots work in extreme weather condition to maintain supply chain, evacuate injured, provide emergency medical assistance, operational reconnaissance support…… Hats off to them!

Soldiers of assembling for morning briefing. Talking to these young men who were waiting their turn to go to glacier made us understand their sacrifice to keep us all safe. A big salute to them.

Poorna with his fellow brethren in uniform.

Can you believe that we had a breakfast of Masala dosa, Pongal and vada at 12,000 feet in Himalayas? Yes, only Indian Army can make it happen!! Madras regiment had an excellent canteen and it was a sumptuous south indian breakfast for us. With us is Sachin and our driver, Nowang.

After breakfast, our next stop was the War Memorial. For more details you can click on this post in this blog http://traveltwosome.com/blog/skywatch-friday-siachen-war-memorial/

The panoramic foreground landscape of War memorial.

Our next stop was the shrine of OP Baba. In the late 1980s, Om Prakash, an artillery soldier was sent on a patrol on Malaun Post in Bila Complex in Northen Glacier, where he single-handedly beat back the enemy, but never returned back after that. No one saw him or his body, but troops were forewarned in their dreams about impending dangers on the Glacier, after which the faith in OP Baba increased and temple was built in his name. Reports of missions are regularly given to him before and after. OP Baba not only protects the personnel on the Glacier from the enemy, but also from the hostile nature and terrain. Troops talk about getting dreams whenever a warning is to be issued from the Baba. Troops give up tobacco, alcohol and non-vegetarian food during their three-month tenure on the Glacier.

Poorna and Sachin in front of the entrance to the shrine

Inner hall of the shrine which has images from all faiths.

the idol of OP Baba

As we came out of the shrine, we saw these guns on display with glacier in the background.

Brinda in front of the memorial for Capt Sunil Khokkar of Artillery

A group of commandos training in mountain climbing in high altitude.

On our way back – crossing the Nubra river for the last time.

Final glimpses of Siachen glacier as we start returning back to Leh.

If we thought the return journey would not be spectacular, we were in for a surprise. On the way back, the mountains which were dark while coming lit up with afternoon light and we saw the spectacular landscape.

There were some spectacular formations like this one….

The road was flanked by mighty mountains on one side and river on the other! Look at the next two pictures too.

Finally, Brinda shot this pan shot on her iPhone which summarises this spectacular drive!

We surprisingly found this lovely patch of green with mules grazing on it. A lovely contrast to simmering rocks.

A group of workers from Boarder roads Organisation having lunch. Hats off to these tough guys who keep the roads in good condition in harsh weather.

Finally we enter Hunder again with sand dunes alongside the road…..

By the time we returned to Hunder, it was afternoon. It was a spectacular drive. A fulfilling one of visiting the soldiers getting ready to fight in the highest battle field in the world.

A humbling experience. A big salute to the “Snow warriors”. Thanks to these guys who give their today for our tomorrows!

Our visit to the Siachen Base camp in June 2019

Yes, we went to the Siachen Base camp again this year as one of our friends had not seen it. It was a memorable experience again. There design of war memorial is changed and it looked very interesting. Since we went in June, this was the blooming season of wild roses. It was a riot of pink all along the route!!

Here are few pictures from this trip.

The lovely road leading to the base camp.

Rose Rose everywhere!!

Cattle grazing on the meadows with Nubra river and mighty mountains in the background!!

First glimpse of the Siachen glacier.

Lovely roses!! All around!!!!

Vast Nubra Valley!!

Conical peaks!!!

Welcome arch!!

This used to be the snout of the glacier 30 years back. The Glacier used to start where the blue board is. Thanks to global warming it has receded……..

The new War memorial

The names of the snow warriors who laid down their lives in icy mountains…..

Travel Tips

a) You need to take a permission from Army authorities either in Leh or in Patarpur for visiting the Siachen base camp. It is not easily available . With the recent announcement by the Defence Minister opening Siachen for Tourists, this may get streamlined for the next season.

b) Visitors are not allowed to take pictures inside the base camp and surroundings.

c) Army authorities may stop visitors without prior notice

b) Ideally it can be done as a day trip from Hunder/Diskit. Make sure you leave early and return early. The weather in this region is very unpredictable. In fact, the soldiers in the base camp were saying that we were very lucky to have a bright sunshine.

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15 Things to Know About Traveling to Siachen Base Camp

Siachen Base Camp (SBC for short), has been on the bucket list of all ardent Ladakh lovers – mostly because it was very difficult to get permission to visit. The usual ILP (or Inner Line Permit for Indian Citizens) allowed one to visit till Sasoma (and later Warshi), but getting beyond that was entirely on the permission of army and very few people have been able to make it. In this article, we talk about 15 things you must know about travel to Siachen Base Camp!

To Travel to Siachen Base Camp, one had the following options:

Be part of the army’s annual Siachin Trekking Expedition.
Having connections in the army
Camping and canvassing at either Leh, or preferably Partapur (ahead of Hunder)
Simply trying your luck at Sasoma / Warshi – at times they’d allow solo travelers to go.

However, an announcement yesterday by Hon. Defense Minister Shri Rajnath Singh will change all this:

Ladakh has tremendous potential in Tourism. Better connectivity in Ladakh would certainly bring tourists in large numbers. The Siachen area is now open for tourists and Tourism. From Siachen Base Camp to Kumar Post, the entire area has been opened for Tourism purposes. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 21, 2019

He has announced that now civilians would be able to go to not only SBC, but further up to Kumar Post. While there would be pros and cons of the decision and social media will create groups supporting and opposing the idea, let’s get to some basic facts.

1. What is Siachen?

Siachen is a Glacier in the Karakoram range of Northern Himalayas, just near the LoC with Pakistan. It’s highest point is at Indira Col at an altitude of 5753 meters and it’s tail is at an altitude of 3620 meters which forms the source of Nubra river. Siachen Glacier has strategic importance as it also lies very close to China border. Indian army created it’s outposts on the peak and surrounding passes during April 1984 and since then it is also known as the Highest Battle Field in the world.

2. What is Siachen Base Camp?

Siachen Base Camp or SBC is an army camp near the tail of the Glacier at an altitude of 3,658 meters. This is the last point up to which a driveable road is present. Further up is a 60 km trek to the Indira Col.

#Visuals Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Siachen. He met soldiers at base camp and also paid tribute to martyrs at a memorial pic.twitter.com/ZfrBQFKf87 — ANI (@ANI) June 3, 2019

3. Is Siachen Base Camp different than OP Baba Shrine?

On Google Maps, you can see a road going through Sumur, Panamik and terminating right at the OP Baba Shrine. OP Baba Shrine is within the Siachen Base Camp area itself.

4. Is Siachen Base Camp the same as Pratapput / Partapur army area?

No. Partapur is the first base where the regiment planning to go to Siachen posting arrives. They acclimatize here for 3 months before they are sent to Siachen Base Camp. Further 3 months later only they are sent to various posts at Siachen Glacier. This is for gradual acclimatization to the altitude. The posting for a regiment on the Siachen Glacier is only for 3 months.

5. What is Kumar Post?

Kumar Post is an intermediate army post on way to Indira col from SBC, named after Colonel Narinder “Bull” Kumar who captured the Siachen Glacier during Operation Meghdoot. Due to the altitude and rarefied oxygen presence, soldiers and porters going up to Indira col trek up only for 2 hours a day and rest for remaining period to recover from the exhaustion. Kumar Post is at an altitude of approx 4572 meters.

6. Where can I get ILP (Inner Line Permit) or permits to visit Siachen Base Camp?

Although, the announcement has just been made, the modalities will have to be worked out between Civil Administration and Army. Most likely, you would be able to apply for it as part of usual ILP (Inner Line Permit) process. Since the army will have a major say in this, the number of people allowed to visit the glacier will be strictly regulated. The army will do a background check of all applicants, evaluate their medical condition and then decide who is fit enough to deal with the extremities of the glacier. There is a strong possibility that permits could be given out to private tour groups and mountaineers.

Sharing a photo of the amazing and beautiful snow capped Himalayas which was taken on the way to Ladakh. If you have plans to visit areas in Ladakh or Siachen, go for Eco-Friendly travel. pic.twitter.com/xnMF4WCqI7 — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 22, 2019

7. Do I need to trek to reach Siachen Base Camp (SBC)?

There is an all weather motorable road from Leh to Siachen Base Camp (via Khardung La), so there is no need to trek to reach Siachen Base Camp. Yes, to reach Kumar Post, you will need to trek.

But hold your horses! Distance between Siachen base camp and Kumar post is 56 km. It takes around four days to cover it, with acclimatization at different heights. Treks by civilians to Siachen, with the help of the Army, can take place only from May next year onwards! pic.twitter.com/hQeR6HrZMN — Rajat Pandit (@rajatpTOI) October 21, 2019

8. What health considerations do I need to keep in mind to reach SBC?

The base camp of the glacier is located at 11,000 feet. Kumar Post, which will be open to tourists, is at 15,000 feet. At such an altitude, the oxygen is very rare and it needs a trek as well. It surely is not for those with weak lungs or don’t have prior trekking practice or experience. Even battle hardened soldiers fall to frostbites and high-altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness, so tourists will of course have to be physically fit. The army may even dictate some basic training in mountaineering and acclimatization will be mandated.

As a request from all of us at ScoutMyTrip, we implore readers to not fall prey to the 2N/3D packages for the Siachen Base Camp which will soon mushroom from travel agents across India.

9. Can I stay at Siachen Base Camp for night?

While night stay isn’t available, we can say from experience that the army people are very helpful and in case of an emergency situation, they’d extend all help to make sure you get something over your head for the night. However, please note that this is not a fancy area and food, clothing (basically everything) that you consume is meant for the army and comes at a heavy cost. Try to avoid such scenario.

Ideally, stay at Panamik where there are stay options available and make a day visit to Siachen Base Camp.

10. Is photography allowed?

Photography is strictly forbidden at Siachen Base Camp, except for the OP Baba Shrine and the signboard that announces Siachen Base Camp and it’s altitude. In any case, this is a sensitive military area and you should not click and post pictures on public sites.

11. Where is Siachen Base Camp and How to reach Siachen Base Camp?

From Leh, once you cross Khardung La and go ahead of Khalsar, the road splits into two. The left fork goes towards Deskit & Hunder and further to Turtuk / Tyakashi / Thang, while the the road towards the right goes to Sumur & Panamik. This is the road that you need to take. Pass by Sumur-Panamik-Sasoma-Warshi to arrive at SBC.

Route to Siachen Base Camp

12. How far is Siachen Base Camp from Leh?

The total distance from Leh town is approximately 200 kilometers and should take 8-9 hours to reach.

13. What is the Ladakh itinerary with Siachen Base Camp (SBC) ?

It’s going to add a couple of days to the overall Ladakh itinerary; and the base would be Panamik where stays are also available. Here is the complete Ladakh circuit with Siachen Base Camp . Panamik to Siachen Base Camp would be around 65kms which is a drive and back the same day. However, if you want to go to Kumar Post, it would add easily add 7-10 days because it is a very difficult trek and not advisable without training.

Travel to Siachen Base Camp. Siachen Base Camp

14. How will this affect the environment and ecological balance at SBC?

The thermal footprint of soldiers on either side (India and Pakistan) is already causing the glacier to melt. There is also the issue of garbage. It has taken the army close to 1 year and 6 months to clean up Siachen Base Camp by removing 130 tonnes of waste. But the army generates around 236 tonnes of waste every year, and with tourists it will only worsen. Going by our past record as tourists, we are least considerate of this fact. A reason attributed to Ladakh becoming the highest dumping ground of waste in the world.

We would like everyone planning a trip to SBC to remember – do you want the army to clean up after your garbage, or do you want them to protect our borders?

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Siachen Base Camp is an Indian Army base camp located in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh. It is one of the 2 bases from where the military operations at Siachen Glacier are controlled, the other base being near THOISE. Tourism is now allowed in the region, even though civilians are not permitted to go all the way inside the Army base.

The drive from Leh to Siachen Base Camp is about 200 kilometers long and will take you anywhere between 8 to 10 hours to complete. The road runs across the high-altitude pass of Khardung La and the scenic Nubra Valley.

I was recently on a two-month-long road trip to Ladakh. We spent 5 days in Nubra Valley and one of these days was used to visit the Siachen Base Camp and OP Baba Shrine. The post below is a brief narration of our visit and contains several necessary details that can be of help in planning a trip to this region.

Journey So Far:

Stok Palace – Day 23
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Tsemo Castle – Day 26
Phyang Village – Day 27
Leh Old Town – Day 28
Leh to Hunder via Khardung La – Day 29
Hunder to Thang Village – Day 30
Thang to Turtuk Village – Day 30

To read the previous parts of the travelogue, you can click on the links above. Also, posted below is a video of our journey that you can also take a look at. Or you can read on to get more details on how to plan a trip to Siachen Base Camp.

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What is Siachen

First of all, let me begin with some information on what exactly Siachen is. The Siachen Glacier is a glacier located in the eastern Karakoram range in the Himalayas, just northeast of the point NJ9842 where the Line of Control between India and Pakistan ends.

“Sia” in the Balti language refers to the rose family plant widely dispersed in the region. “Chen” refers to any object found in abundance. Thus the name Siachen refers to a land with an abundance of roses.

At 76 km long, it is the longest glacier in the Karakoram and the second longest in the world’s non-polar areas. The entire Siachen Glacier, with all major passes, is currently under the administration of India since 1984.

More importantly, however, at an altitude of 5,753 meters (18,875 ft), it is now the world’s highest battleground. It is an active battle zone where Indian and Pakistani forces remain engaged in conflict all 12 months.

It however is not really the matter of the constant battle out here. More soldiers have died at Siachen from the harsh weather conditions in the region than from combat.

So that is Siachen for you. It is not an adventurous place, not a tourist spot, or an area where tourists are allowed. It is not a place where you go just for a challenge or to explore. Siachen is where you run a great risk of dying if you were not careful, prepared, escorted, and trained for it.

What is Siachen Base Camp

Siachen Base Camp is the base camp, or in layman’s terms, the army base from where Indian Indian Army mans the Glacier operations. This is where the road ends and treks to various army posts at Siachen Glacier begin.

The base runs a Siachen Battle School for pre-induction training, orientation, and acclimatization for fresh troops before they are deployed at various Army posts at Siachen Glacier. The base has helipads, a memorial for martyrs, a medical unit, etc and it is connected by a motorable road.

Also read: How to Plan a Trip to Leh Ladakh

Where is Siachen Base Camp

Siachen Base Camp is located in the Nubra Valley of the Ladakh region. From the town of Leh, you will cross Khardung La to enter the valley and drive through Panamik and Warshi villages to reach the base camp.

It lies at a distance of about 200 kilometers from Leh, 120 kilometers from Diskit, 65 kilometers from Sumur, and about 45 kilometers from Panamik.

Siachen Base Camp Permit

There is no special permit needed to visit the base camp. Your Inner Line Permit procured for visiting Nubra Valley will stand valid for a trip to the base camp as well.

One thing to note here is that you still cannot visit the actual Army Base Camp. Tourists are allowed only to the OP Baba Shrine which is located about 2 to 3 kilometers from the Base Camp. You cannot go any further than that. Read on to find out more.

How to Reach Siachen Base Camp

Let us now talk about how to go to Siachen Base Camp and the route that you will need to follow. It is ideally a 2 days trip from Leh City. You will first have to reach any of the towns in Nubra Valley from Leh and stay there for the night.

On Day 2, you will make a day trip to Siachen Base camp and return back to Nubra Valley. On 3rd day you can either return to Leh or continue to Pangong Lake via Agham Shyok Road .

Below are the routes that you can follow to reach Siachen Base Camp from Leh City. The first one is a direct and the fastest way to get there. The second one is more of an indirect route that you can follow if it helps plan your itinerary better.

Siachen Base Camp Route via Nubra Valley

Traveling via Nubra Valley, below is the route that you will follow. The journey can take you anywhere between 8 to 12 hours depending on your speed and traffic at Khardung La.

Leh – Khardung La – Khalsar – Sumur – Panamik – Warshi – OP Baba Shrine – Siachen Base Camp

From Leh, you will first drive up to the Khardung La Pass. Even though this is a journey of only about 35 kilometers, it can still take 2-3 hours if there was heavy traffic on this road.

From Khardung La, you will then drive down to the village of Khalsar and continue to Sumur. After Sumur, you will travel through the villages of Panamik and Warshi and arrive at the OP Baba Shrine near Siachen Base Camp. This is as far as you will go.

Can this be done in a single day from Leh? Maybe if you did not encounter any traffic on the way but it is not recommended. Even if you rushed, it will still take you about 10 hours minimum to reach the base camp.

You will then need another 2-3 hours to reach back either Warshi, Panamaik, or Sumur for the night. So even if rushed and with no traffic, it will still be a journey of 12 hours minimum. If there was traffic at Khardung La, there is no way you can do it in a single day.

Thus, it is advised that you give this at least 2 days so that you also have ample time for sightseeing on the way. This is also not a route that you should be rushing on for your own safety.

Via Pangong Lake

Now let us take a look at how this journey can be planned if you decided to go first to Pangong Lake and then circle to Nubra Valley from there. The route then would be as mentioned below.

Leh – Chang La – Durbuk – Pangong Lake – Durbuk – Shyok – Agham – Sumur – Warshi – OP Baba Shrine – Siachen Base Camp

This is not really a route recommended if you had Siachen Base Camp on your mind. It is more of an overall itinerary planning where you want to cover Pangong Lake first and circle to Nubra Valley before coming to Leh.

From Leh, you first go to Pangong Lake on Day 1 via Chang La and Durbuk. On Day 2, you will then drive back to Durbuk and take the Aghaym Shyok road from there to arrive at Sumur in Nubra Valley.

From Sumur, you will then continue driving to Siachen Base Camp, spend some time there, and return to either Panamik or Sumur for the night.

The journey on Day 2 will be again at least 11 to 12 hours long so an early start from Pangong Lake is highly recommended. If you were able to return in time, I will suggest coming back to Panamaik for the night. If you got late, you can look for a homestay in Warshi itself.

OP Baba Shrine

Let me also tell you a little bit about what exactly OP Baba Shrine is. As the name suggests, it is a shrine dedicated to an Indian soldier, Om Prakash, who was posted at Siachen Glacier in the late 1980s.

During a routine patrol, he was killed in a confrontation with the enemy troops. He never returned and his body was never found as well.

After that, several soldiers claimed that Om Prakash visited them in their dreams and forewarned them about impending dangers on the Glacier. Due to this, soldiers started referring to him as OP Baba, and this shrine was built in his respect.

Now what stands is a small temple that Army has named ‘Sarv Dharma Sthal’. It is both a shrine dedicated to Om Prakash as well as a common worship place for soldiers from all religions.

When you approach Siachen Base Camp, you will first arrive at OP Baba Shrine. After the Shrine, there is a small bridge and the Base Camp is located about 2-3 kilometers after the Bridge.

As a tourist, you are not allowed to go beyond the Shrine. You cannot cross the bridge and see the base camp or the military operations there. You are not also allowed to point a camera in the direction of the Base Camp.

Your visit, photography, and videography are limited to the shrine and the area around it. You can walk to the bridge but cannot click a picture of it or the area on the other side of the bridge.

Do you get the see the actual Siachen Glacier? Well, you actually get a glimpse of it in the distance from the shrine. But since you cannot point your camera in that direction, you will not be able to click a picture of it.

Where to Stay

There is no accommodation available anywhere near the base camp. Even if you were carrying your own camping gear, you will also not be allowed to camp anywhere between Warshi and OP Baba Shrine.

The nearest place where you can find a place to stay for the night in the form of homestays is Warshi Village. Other than that, you can also look for a homestay in Sasoma Village.

If you want to stay in a proper hotel or a guest house, you will have to return to either Panamik, Sumur, Diskit, or Hunder. Even in Panamik, there are more homestays than guest houses.

Also read: How to Handle Acute Mountain Sickness in Ladakh

How to Plan a Trip to Siachen Base Camp

Let me also talk in brief about how you can plan a trip to Siachen Base Camp. I will suggest a few different itineraries depending on the time you have in hand.

If you have a total of 4 days in hand for Nubra Valley, you can plan your trip like below. Traveling this way, you will be able to properly explore Nubra Valley on both sides.

Leh to Diskit / Hunder – Day 1
Diskit to Turtuk & Thang to Diskit – Day 2
Diskit to Siachen Base Camp to Panamik – Day 3
Panamik to Pangong Lake – Day 4

If you were short on time and really wanted to go to the Base Camp, you can skip visiting Turtuk and Thang Village and travel in the following manner.

Diskit to Siachen Base Camp to Diskit / Panamik – Day 2
Panamik to Pangong Lake – Day 3

Best Time to Visit Siachen Base Camp

The best time to visit Siachen Base Camp is between the months of May and September. This is also the best time to visit Ladakh by road because, in these months, all the roads and passes are open and accessible.

You can also visit the Base Camp in other months as well but it will heavily depend on whether the road was open and safe to travel on. Indian Army keeps the road to Siachen Base Camp open for all 12 months but as a civilian, you may not be allowed to travel during the winter season for safety reasons.

But it all depends on the weather really. You will surely be able to get there in April and October but may not be able to reach Ladakh by road. In these months, if the Manali Leh and Srinagar Leh roads were closed, you may have to catch a flight to Leh.

Between November to March, you will surely have to fly to Leh first, and then depending on the weather conditions, you may or may not be allowed to go to the Base Camp.

Siachen Base Camp Temperature

The temperature at Siachen Glacier goes down to minus 86 °C during winters with icy 300 kmph blizzards. The average temperature is between minus 25 °C during the day and minus 55 °C during the night.

At the Base camp though, the temperature during the day in the summer season remains between 0 to 10 degrees Celsius. During the night, it drops several degrees below 0.

During the winter season, even at the Base Camp, the temperature can drop close to minus 25 °C even during the day. This entire area gets buried several feet under the snow. This is why I previously said in the article that you may not get allowed to come this way.

Can Foreigners visit Siachen Glacier or Base Camp?

Not at all. If you are not an Indian citizen, you will not be allowed to go any further than Warshi village. That is the last point in Nubra Valley that a foreign national can visit. Even for Siachen Base Camp, being an Indian citizen is the first qualifying condition.

That mostly covers all the basic information that you need to know about visiting the Siachen Base Camp and OP Baba Shrine. Now let me come back to the travelogue and narrate our visit to the base camp.

How to visit Siachen Glacier

Let me also talk a little about visiting Siachen Glacier. That is an entirely different ball game than visiting Siachen Base Camp. For the Base camp, you can just drive all the way but for the glacier, you will have to trek 60 kilometers across the harsh terrain, through moraines, glaciers, and deep crevasses.

Not only do you need to be physically fit for this, but you also need to have ample trekking and mountaineering experience. You also will need to have a medical checkup done and a doctor to declare you fit for the task.

Even the soldiers who get posted at Siachen Glacier spend several days at the base camp first before they go up to the glacier. Not far from the base camp is the Siachen Battle School where the soldiers train for several weeks before they are inducted at the glacier. So you can imagine the difficulty of the task.

Also read: A Comprehensive List of All Tourist Attractions in Ladakh

Siachen Glacier Permit

Almost impossible to get is what describes it the best. First of all, Siachen Glacier is not really a place where you can just get a permit and start trekking toward it.

The only way to get here is to be a part of a trekking expedition and go with the entire group. These trekking expeditions get organized by the Indian army.

Siachen Trekking Expedition

How to be a part of such a trekking expedition? Well first of all the number of expeditions is severely limited, just 1 per year. That is correct, it is an annual thing. And then the number of people in the expedition is limited on top of it.

A large number of people apply for these expeditions and I am really talking about people with plenty of trekking experience and high-level contacts. Only the lucky ones get picked for the trek in the end.

The Army takes around 40 people, including its experts, two journalists, defense scientists, school cadets, and civilian volunteers for this expedition.

Of the civilian volunteers, a medical checkup gets done at Leh and only people who pass this test are allowed to go to Siachen Base Camp. Then at the camp, these people get trained for about a week before they go to the glacier.

Organizations associated with defense forces, media persons, Rashtriya Indian Military College, and Rashtriya Military School cadets participate in the trek every year. So for civilians and people like you and me, getting a permit for Siachen Glacier is almost impossible.

Day 32 – Nubra Valley to Siachen Base Camp

We were in Nubra Valley for the last 3 days. On Saturday, which was the 29th day of our trip, we traveled from Leh to Hunder and stayed there for the night. The next day, on Sunday, we traveled to Turtuk and also visited the Thang Village near the LOC.

On Day 31, we traveled to the other side of Nubra Valley, from Hunder to Sumur. We stayed for the night in Hotel Rimo in Sumur but did not like the hotel at all. We paid Rs. 4500 there for the night which was nothing less than a waste of money.

Now it was Tuesday and the 32nd day of the trip. The plan was to first check out of Hotel Rimo because there was no way that I was going to spend my next 2 days there at such a steep price. We found a much better place to stay in Sumur, Tashi Huts and Cottages.

These huts are located right next to the Sumur Sand dunes. Even though the price that we paid there was the same as we paid in Hotel Rimo but for all that money, we were staying with a much better view and in a much better-maintained hut.

See the picture below and you will understand why I was eager on staying here rather than in a hotel.

Tashi Huts & Cottages

The distance between Sumur and Siachen Base Camp is only about 65 kilometers. So I knew that even with ample breaks, we should easily get there in 3 hours at most. So a return journey will not take us any more than 7 hours and it was going to be a very relaxed day trip.

We checked out of Hotel Rimo at around 8 am and first went to Tashi Huts & Cottages. These huts are located right next to Sumur Sand Dunes and are owned by a gentleman named Tashi.

What makes these huts special and worth staying in is the awesome view that you get from here. Located right next to the Shyok River and with mighty mountains all around, this spot is among the best views that you can get in Ladakh.

Nonetheless, we reached the huts, paid Mr. Tashi for our stay of 2 days, left our luggage in one of the huts, and started on our way to Siachen Base Camp.

Panamik – Sasoma – Warshi

We drove for about 20 kilometers from Sumur and shortly arrived in Panamik village. Here we took our first break at a small restaurant to get some tea.

I noticed these ladies all dressed up and standing by the road. It turned out that they were all waiting for a Guru Ji who was scheduled to visit Panamik Village today.

In fact, it was the same Guru Ji who was in Diskit the day before and the entire village of Panamik had gone to Diskit Gompa to attend prayers.

I really wanted to see how it was going to be after the Guru Ji arrived. So we also decided to wait. After almost 30 minutes, there was still no sign of Guru Ji. Since we were also a little short on time, we decided to move on and continue our journey.

There is not really a lot to write about this part of the journey. The condition of the road was smooth with a few bad patches in between. The views however were amazing and it was a journey that we truly enjoyed.

After driving for about 2 hours and a lot of breaks in between, we reached the Warshi Village. There was a police check post right outside the village. We were asked to stop there and enter our names in a register.

Since we were the only tourists there at that moment, it hardly took 2 minutes to do the formality and soon we were on our way to the base camp.

There was one thing of interest that I noticed on this route. After Warshi Village, as we started to get closer to the base camp, the topography of the region slowly started to change.

The mountains here looked a lot different than elsewhere in Ladakh. They appeared more like huge rocks than mountains, to be honest. It was like someone just lifted a huge rock and put it upside down, all in one piece.

Finally, after a journey of 3 hours, we were standing at the gates of OP Baba Shrine.

Tourists were not allowed to go beyond this point. There were a few army men posted there who stopped up and gave a small brief about the place.

We walked around, visited the shrine, went as far as the small bridge over a glacial river, and really enjoyed our time there. In fact, it was one of the best days of my 2 months long trip to Ladakh.

Siachen Base Camp

We nearly spent an hour there. The Base Camp was still off-limits for tourists but there were a couple of places that were worth visiting.

One was a small museum-like building that gave insight into Siachen Glacier, the war, army posts up there, and an overview of the entire region.

The second place was an army-run cafeteria that served amazing food. We initially just wanted to have some tea but instead, ended up also having a lot of samosas and Chhole Bhature. The food there was simply amazing and I will highly recommend eating at this cafeteria to anyone visiting the base camp.

The third place we stopped at was a small stall where Indian Army sells some small souvenirs. There were mugs, Hats, T-Shirts, and a few other items that you can buy.

We bought a couple of T-Shirts and a hat. There was a Beer Mug there that I absolutely fell in love with. I really wanted to buy that even though I don’t drink but then decided not to.

Mobile Network at Siachen Base Camp

One thing that surprised me was that our Jio phone not only remained connected but we were actually getting 4G data. Airtel and Vodafone were long gone but Jio remained connected the entire time we were there.

On this entire route though, Airtel works well in and around Panamik. Vodafone and Idea may come and go but their service is not that great. Jio however was providing 4G data pretty much everywhere between Nubra Valley and Siachen Base Camp.

BSNL works as well in this entire region but their service is not that great. The call quality is a little bad and the data speed is way too slow. So the best network for Nubra Valley and the base camp in my opinion is Jio.

After an hour, we started driving on our way back to Panamik and Sumur. The journey was mostly eventless and filled with a lot of breaks in between. Since we knew we had plenty of time, we actually drove even slower on the way back.

We reached Sumur by 4 pm. The rest of the evening was spent walking around on the sand dunes and sitting at the cafeteria. Dinner was served at the campsite at 8 pm and by 9, we decided to call it a day.

Journey Ahead: Yarab Tso & Panamik Hot Water Springs

We stayed in Nubra Valley for another day and explored some local attractions. We visited the holy Yarab Tso Lake and took a dip in the hot water springs of Panamik. Please click on the link above to continue reading the next part of the travelogue.

Siachen Base Camp – Conclusion

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How to plan a trip to leh ladakh, srinagar leh highway status 2024 – 2025, zojila pass road status and condition 2024 –..., 11 comments.

Is it possible to cover Turtuk and Siachen base camp in a day from Hunder? Hunder –> Turtuk –> Siachin Base camp –> Panamik.

No it is not. Would need 2 days

Nice, to the point into …bro! I am planning up to op basecamp as I am 60 and bit BP youngster …

Hii bhaiya…i m planning to make a solo trip to ladakh with my TVS Radeon 110cc bike …can u help mei bhaiya….wat was the procedure to this trip and how much cost will it take….can you explain mei fully detail…..because its my first & Last dream of my life..so pls help mei.f possible bhaiya pls provide urs contact no

Hi Vargis bhai, your posts were so informative on our recent trip to ladakh. I’ve a small doubt in this article – is Karakoram range part of Himalayas ? As far as I’m aware , it’s not. Those are two different mountain ranges. Now Im also got confused. If possible, please explain about the location of different ranges in ladakh ( ladakh range, himalayan range, karakoram range, hindukush range ). ie about different passes in ladakh and each of those passes lies in which range .

Dear Mr. Khan and fellow travellers,

Initially it was a dream for me, since 30 years, to drive a car or ride a bike from Jammu to Leh. On second thought, I felt that it would be a real challenge if I could ride a low-powered two wheeler rather than a bike like a Bullet. I was following for many years the posts of Mr. Gautam who rode a geared scooter to Leh and of Mr. Khan who was confident that a 110 CC bike also could make this trip. These led to my decision to ride a non-geared scooter to Leh. Two other reasons that helped me in this decision – non-availability of geared scooters now in India and my inexperience in riding a bike!

The original plan was to undertake a ride from Jammu to Leh. If this was successful, then add a trip to Khardung La and if this also turned out to be doable, then why not return by Leh-Manali route? My preparations were minimum. The scooter (TVS Jupiter) had 22000 km on the counter but was serviced 3 weeks before leaving. I had only windcheaters but bought a jacket, on the insistence of a friend, from Chandigarh. I carried a puncture kit and a tool kit, besides medicines for emergency. My luggage was no more than 10 kg and even this was carried from Jammu onwards in an Enfield Classic ridden by my nephew who accompanied me in the last minute. Mr. Khan wrote in his post to have a test run done in a hill station before leaving. I did that in the Jammu-Srinagar section! It was a dream run, despite bad roads between Udampur and Banihal.

The ride between Srinagar and Leh was also smooth, in two days’ time, with a break at Kargil. The difficult part was a 40 km stretch between Sonmarg and Zoji La where there was practically no road. After reaching Leh, I had an overnight rest before attempting Khardung La. The ride was smooth until South Pullu, then the road was in a bad shape for close to 18 km. Still, the scooter continued its climb, though the pulling was greatly reduced. It was a tough negotiation for the last two km but, at last, I and my scooter, were at the highest motorable road in the world!

I reasoned that, if the scooter can climb Khardung La, then it can also climb Taglang La, Lachulung La and Baralacha La, all above 5000 m on the Manali route. And I was not hit by mountain sickness at any time since leaving Srinagar. So, I decided to try Manali route.

I did this in two days’ time. On the first day, I rode from Leh till Kerchu where I slept the night. By next evening I was in Rohtang Pass. The ride was, understandably, more tougher, with cold, persistent winds, roads flooded and washed out with glacial-melt waters, fear of skidding….In fact, I skidded and fell twice, once near Kargil and once near Pang, and in both instances, escaped with minor scratches.

Well, this is my adventure story. This should be read in the context of my age (69 years) and health (diabetic and BP patient) and physical standards (65 kg). Perhaps, the light weight was a plus point! My message for all those who still waver between dream and reality. You can do it. You only need to be optimistic, take some precautions and have lots of patience.

I plan to return to Ladakh again next year. I don’t know yet where to – may be Lahul and Spiti or Nubra valley and onto Siachen base camp. I hope I will meet some of you, new adventurers, on the way! And I hope to get encouragements and help from Mr. Khan and Mr. Gautam!

Mr. Khan, could you please send me ( [email protected] ) an email ID so that I can send you some pics? I am not bale to insert them here in this comment.

The original plan was to undertake a ride from Jammu to Leh. If this was successful, then add a trip to Khardung La and if this also turned out to be doable, then why not return by Leh-Manali route?

My preparations were minimum. The scooter (TVS Jupiter) had 22000 km on the counter but was serviced 3 weeks before leaving. I had only windcheaters but bought a jacket, on the insistence of a friend, from Chandigarh. I carried a puncture kit and a tool kit, besides medicines for emergency. My luggage was no more than 10 kg and even this was carried from Jammu onwards in an Enfield Classic ridden by my nephew who accompanied me in the last minute. Mr. Khan wrote in his post to have a test run done in a hill station before leaving. I did that in the Jammu-Srinagar section! It was a dream run, despite bad roads between Udampur and Banihal.

My message for all those who still waver between dream and reality. You can do it. You only need to be optimistic, take some precautions and have lots of patience.

PS: I am not able to upload photos with this comment. how do I send the pics? by email to Mr. Khan? If so, please send me your email ID to [email protected] . Thanks

Dear Mr. Khan,

I have following your posts for quite sometime. They were helpful in my trip to Khardung La. In the last week of August. I rode solo my TVS Jupiter 110 CC non-geared two wheeler from Jammu to Khardung La. Then I rode from Leh to Manali in two days time by the same scooter, with a night halt at Kerchu. My DOB is 4th July 1949 and I think I could be the oldest person to have ridden a non-geared low-powered two wheeler to Kahrdung La.

I hope my success will be a motivation for others.

Hello Dr. Wafar,

I am glad that the information posted here was of help. And I completely agree to the part that your journey must stand as a motivation to all others. Sir may I please request, if you would be kind enough to share some pictures and little details of your trip? I would be glad to post an article here sharing your trip with others. It will be an honor.

Vargis bhaiya …i m planning for ladakh n spiti this year… I m planning it with my new apache 160 4v (recently launched) . So will this bike work or not..??

Hi Malik – Yes the bike will be fine for Ladakh. Just go Solo and if possible, get a carrier installed to carry your luggage.

Siachen Glacier Base Camp Tour Package

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Siachen Glacier Base Camp Tour Package (7 nights 8 days)

Duration: 7 Nights & 8 Days

Synopsis: Leh Local – Hall of Fame – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – Magnetic Hill – Sangam – Leh Palace – Shanti Stupa – Khardungla Pass – Nubra –Turtuk – Sumur – Panamik – Siachen Glacier Base Camp – Pangong Lake – Thiksey – Shey – Leh

The 7 nights and 8 days Leh Ladakh tour package along with Siachen glacier base camp will set you off on a trip to the main tourist places of Ladakh which will leave you awestruck with its beauty.

As the Siachen Base Camp has been opened to tourists in May 2023 by Indian Army and Ministry of Ladakh Tourism after request from people of Ladakh, especially people of Nubra Valley, tourists have chance to visit the highest battlefield of the world which is also one of the coldest places on the earth. Tourists, however, are allowed only upto base camp where they can use all tourist facilities.

Besides general tourist places of Ladakh, this 7 nights and 8 days package will cover Turtuk, Thang and Siachen base camp and many other places en route.

The package also includes the most visited monasteries including Thiksey , Shey , Spituk and Diskit monasteries.

The 7 night 11 days Leh Ladakh tour package with Siachen base includes visiting the popular Pangong Lake or Pangong Tso in the Changthang region and also popular Nubra valley. The high altitude beautiful lakesthat changes colour many times from morning till evening has become must-visit place in UT of Ladakh.

In Nubra valley, you can enjoy double humped camel ride at sand dunes of Hunder besides visiting the picturesque Diskit monastery. You can also enjoy ATV ride here.

The tourists will experience the adventurous drive through Khardungla pass, Siachen, Turtuk and Pangong to Changla pass. Khardungla and Changla pass are one of the highest mountain passes in the world.

A private taxi will pick you up from Leh Airport on the first day and drop you off at Leh Airport on the last day. The taxi will be available for all the sightseeing that you finalize in your itinerary. You will get a local Ladakhi driver who knows all the places better than others and also will make you feel safe and comfortable.

The 7 nights 8 days Leh Ladakh tour package with Siachen is suitable for tourists of all age-group who are healthy and not suffering from breathing or heart-related problems. Ailing people, children below 3 year-old, should consult doctor before planning their trip to Ladakh.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Leh Arrival (Airport pick-up)

Day 2: Hall of fame – Kali Temple – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – Magnetic Hill – Sangam – Leh Palace – Shanti Stupa

Day 3: Leh – Khardungla pass – Nubra Valley (Hunder and Diskit)

Day 4: Hunder – Turtuk – Thang – Hunder

Day 5: Hunder – Sumuru- Panamik – Siachen Glacier base camp – Sumur

Day 6: Nubra – Shyok – Pangong Lake

Day 7: Pangong – Changla pass – Thiksey – Shey – Leh

Day 8: Leh Airport Drop

Know all about Ladakh which is constituted of two districts – Leh and Kargil.

Day 01: Arrival in Leh Meal: dinner After arrival at Leh Airport, you would be transferred to hotel for check-in. Today you are free for leisure & acclimatization. This way you can explore the Leh town and also become familiar with the high-altitude climate. Overnight at hotel in Leh.

Day 02: Sham Valley Meal: breakfast and dinner Today after breakfast visit Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill & Sangam View where Indus & Zanskar river meet (confluence). Afternoon you would be driven back to hotel. In the evening visit Leh Palace and enjoy a sunset at Shanti Stupa. Night stay at hotel in Leh.

Day 03: Leh – Khardungla Top – Nubra Valley Meal: breakfast and dinner Today after an early breakfast you would be driven to Nubra Valley. Enroute visit Khardung-la-pass, the highest motorable road in the world at 18,380ft and Diskit Monastery. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the valley of flowers. It is situated to the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. Arrive at Hunder & check in at Hotel/Camps. Later visit Diskit Village & enjoy the Camel ride on sand dunes. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel/Camp.

Day 04: Hunder-Turtuk – Hunder (Nubra) Meal: breakfast and dinner Today after breakfast, you will be driven to Turtuk. The name Turtuk is an Turkish word which was exposed by two Turkish namely “chuli and Yangdrung” who wandered and came to this place and settled here. Today their generations ably back here as so-called race of chulipa and yangdrungpa in turtuk. Turtuk Ladakh, being the mainstream of balti culture of baltistan lies on the historic trade routes between skardu, Yarkand “East Turkistan aka xijian”, leh and Srinagar are restored the line of control had bisected the Himalayan silk route. After visiting Turtuk, we shall come back to Hunder for night stay.

Day 05: Siachen Base Camp Meal: breakfast and dinner Today after breakfast, leave for base camp of Siachen glacier. The deadly Siachen glacier, which is at a distance of few hundred meters from the base, is reachable only after trekking. The main Siachen glacier (mid and upper reaches) are reachable only after difficult climbing in multiple days. This is the highest and most difficult battleground in the world. Visit OP Baba temple in the base along with war memorial. Later return back to Sumur (or Hunder) via Panamik hot water springs.

Day 06: Nubra Valley – Pangong Meal: breakfast and dinner After breakfast, check out from the camp & drive to Pangong Lake, east to the Leh via Shyok. You will drive through Durbuk and Tangtse villages in the Changthang region of Ladakh. This is perhaps one of the most amazing lakes in Asia which changes its color 4 – 5 times a day. At evening enjoy the breathtaking view of Pangong Lake. Overnight at the Camp at Pangong Lake.

Day 07: Pangong Lake – Leh Meal: breakfast and dinner Today after breakfast, check out from the Camp & drive to Leh via Changla Pass (17500ft). Also visit Hemis, Thiksey Monastery and Shey while coming to Leh. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 08: Depart Leh Meal: breakfast After Breakfast, check out from the Hotel & you would be transferred to Leh Airport to catch flight to Delhi. Your memorable tour to land of Lamas concludes here.

Included in Package

Hotel/Camp accommodation for 07 nights

Welcome drink on arrival

07 breakfasts and 07 dinners (MAP meal plan)

Morning tea

Private taxi (Xylo/Innova for upto 6pax and Tempo Traveller for more than 7 pax) for all sightseeing as per itinerary. You can upgrade to other vehicle. Please note that AC would be switched off on the hills.

Leh Airport Pick-up ad Drop off

Inner Line Permit/ Protected Area Permit

24 hours guidance

Parking, toll, fuel, driver allowances

An experienced driver would work as a guide (You can hire a dedicated guide as well)

No hidden charges

Not Included in Package

Lunch, beverages and meal other than the meal plan

Flight/rail tickets

Laundry, tip, shopping expenses

Private guide

Monument/museum entry fee

All that is not included in the “Included in package” column

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR TOURISTS VISITING LADAKH

Ladakh is a very safe, tourist-friendly and cheering place, but still, you need to take care of some preparations which can make your tour even better and memorable:

– Only post-paid mobile phones work in Leh-Ladakh, preferably BSNL, Airtel and Jio. As phones may not work in many places, keep your family members informed well in advance not to worry if they fail to contact you.

– You would hardly find any cellular network in most of the areas in Leh. BSNL works better here, however, you would find Airtel and Jio signals also at some places (Leh, Hunder and Diskit).

– Don’t expect high-speed internet in Ladakh.

– Keep ready a pair of woollen (not heavy) with you as temperature may dip as low as 5 degrees any time even during summer months.

– Carry good Sun Screen lotion, sunglasses (goggles), cap with you to avoid sunburn as sun rays are direct and can burn your skin.

– Don’t forget to carry photo id with you. Driving License, Passport, Voter Cards, and Aadhaar are valid photo IDs.

– While travelling on the mountains, keep drinking water and eating healthy food and fruits to avoid high altitude sickness and dizziness due to curvy roads, low air pressure and dry air.

– Carry headache, stomachache, anti-vomiting tablets with you.

– You may consume diamox at least 7-8 hours before arrival at Leh (preferably before falling asleep) and may also take before boarding plane to Leh. The medicine is optional. Having rest and drinking enough water for some hours after reaching Leh is advised.

– Leh has some ATM machines where you can withdraw cash. These machines witness long queues of customers during peak season and run out of cash many times. Non-connectivity is another issue. So carrying enough cash is advisable.

– Please respect the Buddhist and Muslim culture of Ladakh. People of all communities here believe in brotherhood and harmony and respects the tourists. The residents expect the same from the tourists.

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Siachen Glacier – Through the eyes of a Civilian.

Siachen glacier - through the eyes of a civilian.

Scaling Siachen Glacier has been on my bucket list and I have been applying and trying my luck with the Indian Army for almost 3 years now. Last year, I took yet another chance and decided to apply for the trek once again. I couriered my application along with an indemnity form and a medical certificate. Keeping my fingers crossed, I also included a separate note of why I wanted to visit Siachen.

Siachen Glacier is the highest battlefield in the world where India and Pakistan have fought intermittently since 1984. It sits at a very strategic location with Pakistan on the left and China on the right. It is the World's largest non-polar glacier and thus is sometimes referred to as the third pole. The temperature dips to minus 60 degrees in the winter and 97% casualties in Siachen are due to extreme weather and high altitude, rather than due to actual fighting. In spite of the harsh weather conditions, the word `Siachen` ironically means `the place of wild roses’.

At 21,000 feet above the sea level, India has also built the world`s highest helipad on this glacier at a place called Sonam, to serve the area and ensure that the food supplies and troops are supplied via helicopter support. Army pilots push their helicopters well beyond their optimal performance, to drop supplies at forwarding posts.

The Indian Army decided to allow civilians to trek the glacier since 2007 . Every year the Army takes a mixed group of civilians, military cadets, defense personnel, and media to give them a first-hand experience of the inhospitable terrain and weather conditions in which our brave soldiers serve the nation. This is the only chance for a civilian to visit the world’s highest and coldest battlefield.

With a little bit of luck and backed by some of my past achievements, I was amongst the 17 civilians who were selected out of 2300 applications received nationally. I was overjoyed to receive the call that confirmed my selection. After a long gap due to my injury and with just one month before the trek, I started training hard towards the required fitness.

While I was somewhat aware of the training that the Army imparts to get one physically fit and properly acclimatized to climb the glacier, when I started training with the Army there was a huge difference between expectations and reality. Last year during the trek, a lot of trekkers had to quit halfway through the trek due to physical fitness issues and many of them had to be evacuated using a chopper as there is no other way of bringing one down. So this year the training was planned in such a way that if anyone wanted to quit, they should quit during the training itself and not while climbing up, as evacuations by chopper in that zone is always dangerous due to bad weather and remote terrain. The commando style training that was planned was divided into three stages and tested each one of us physically, mentally and emotionally.

Stage one of the training was in Leh ( located at 11562 Ft), stage 2 at Siachen Base Camp ( located at 12000 Ft) and Stage 3 at North Pullu (an altitude of 15800 Ft.)

Training included acclimatization and learning skills such as snow craft, rock craft, running with loaded rucksacks, walking while tied to a rope with each other ( so one can be pulled up in case of a fall into a crevasse) and other survival techniques . There were regular medical exams. While the blood test, urine test and ECG happened only once during stage one in Leh, our BP, level of oxygen in blood and pulse were being checked every day in the morning and evening. It was very important for us to clear all the medical exams as it formed one of the major selection criteria for moving up to the next stage in the journey.

Training also included multiple class room lectures on the history of the glacier, medical issues at high attitude and prevention, taking care of other members in a rope etc.

Our day would start at 5 am and finish at 8 pm with No mercy. There were times I would sit and question myself " What am I doing here ". The training was so rigorous that it made me believe that I'm a soldier and pain is nothing but a myth. Our phones and cameras were taken away due to security reasons, with an assurance that pictures will be taken by one of the army officers.

It was a month long expedition in a no network zone. I had my moments when I was in pain due to my old hamstring injury and I had to let pain submit to my will when I found myself all alone missing my family and wanting to go home just because I was exhausted both physically and mentally even before the trek was started.

Going by the principle that I follow in life "Always finish what you have started" , I would get up each day and give it all that I had and some more. There was one civilian who quit because he was expecting at least a little bit of fun element during the trek and then there were many others who were dropped due to physical fitness and medical issues.

As the journey to the glacier began, we were roped up with each other trekking across the harsh terrain, through moraines, snow and deep crevasses. We had to trek at the speed of the leading rope member and in our rope, it was a military cadet. I did find myself mostly struggling to match up to his speed at that altitude with limited oxygen. Unlike all the other treks that I have done before this, this one didn't give me a chance to look around as we had to constantly look down while trekking due to broken moraines and watching out for any crevasse that can be life threatening. After overnight snowfall, all the crevasses gets closed from the top and you don't know when you are going to step on one of them. I eventually got into a state of trance while looking down and trekking for hours without stopping or talking. Every day, there would be only one break for 7-10 mins (at half link- as they call it ) during the entire trek. There were times when I had frost on my specs that I was wearing under my snow goggles when the strap of my bag would fall off the shoulder or the strap of my shoe ( double layer shoe called scarps weighing over 3 kgs) would start dancing, almost about to open at any time. In all such cases, I had to wait to get to the half link as stopping would mean stopping not just your own rope but all the ropes as we were made to walk in a line.

The tents at each campsite were set up on a large block of ice covered with parachutes to avoid melting. After reaching the campsites each day, we would mostly remain inside our tents as it was too cold to be outside and walking around the camp was uncomfortable due to the uneven surface of the ice. My time was mostly spent reading a book “into thin air’ A Personal Account of the Mt.Everest Disaster in 1996 when eight climbers were killed and several others were stranded by a "rogue storm". Definitely, not a light read, however at some point in life, I do wish to scale the highest peak of the world Mt. Everest. The Book gives an insight of what all can go wrong and how one wrong decision taken at that altitude can be life threatening.

Journey to the Glacier was overwhelming, extraordinary and certainly a once in a lifetime experience as one cannot go there even if they want to. There was a sense of fulfillment when I held the tri color flag after reaching the Kumar Post.

This journey has taught me how to stand tall and still be humble, it has taught me how to look down and walk up in life. Staying on the glacier for a few days made me realize how lucky we all are to be living at the sea level. For us it was an expedition, we went up there and came back, however, our soldiers stay there for months regardless of how tough it gets by each passing day. A Big big salute to the Indian army and the brave jawans who have sacrificed everything for the sake of the motherland.

The writing on the board of base camp HQ says "HERE GREAT COURAGE AND FORTITUDE IS THE NORM" and another one that will remain with me for the rest of my life

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Hi Mam,I am trying to apply for the Siachen Trek from past two years, but I could not find the notifications in army websites.Could you please let me know how to apply , if possible for the year.Regards,Nikhilemail [email protected]

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Siachen Glacier

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured this image of the Siachen Glacier on the spine of the Karakoram mountains in central Asia. This remote part of the world—where territories of Pakistan, India, and China all meet—is uninhabited and lies well above the tree line.

Siachen is the second-longest glacier within Earth’s midlatitudes , which exclude, for example, the continental glaciers of Antarctica and Greenland. It measures 75 kilometers (47 miles) long and is 3.5 kilometers (2.2 miles) wide at the top-center of this image.

The image shows four smaller tributary glaciers flowing into the main Siachen Glacier. The many dark, parallel lines in the glacier and its tributaries are moraines , which give a sense of the southward flow of the glacier. The darkest and most prominent moraine results from the merging of moraines from the Teram Shehr Glacier and its neighbor immediately to the north. Early afternoon sunlight casts shadows from small cumulus clouds onto the glaciers’ surfaces.

The high-resolution version of the image reveals several smaller features on the glaciers’ surfaces and illustrates the magnification achievable with a long camera lens from orbit. Details of crevasses and individual moraine lines become visible, as do lakelets and winding streams. Two small white spots on the Siachen Glacier (lower-right) appear to be blocks of ice embedded in one of the wide moraines.

The volume of Karakoram glaciers has expanded slightly in recent decades, unlike most glaciers on Earth that have decreased in volume. These gains—known as the “ Karakoram anomaly ”—are yet to be fully explained, and scientists question how long they will persist.

Astronaut photograph ISS069-E-60266 was acquired on August 15, 2023, with a Nikon D5 digital camera using a focal length of 1150 millimeters. The image was provided by the ISS Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit at Johnson Space Center. The image was taken by a member of the Expedition 69 crew . It has been cropped and enhanced to improve contrast, and lens artifacts have been removed. The International Space Station Program supports the laboratory as part of the ISS National Lab to help astronauts take pictures of Earth that will be of the greatest value to scientists and the public and to make those images freely available on the Internet. Additional images taken by astronauts and cosmonauts can be viewed at the NASA/JSC Gateway to Astronaut Photography of Earth . Caption by Justin Wilkinson, Texas State University, JETS Contract at NASA-JSC.

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Farinotti, D., et al. (2020) Manifestations and mechanisms of the Karakoram glacier Anomaly . Nature Geoscience , 13, 8–16.
Hugonnet, R., et al. (2021) Accelerated global glacier mass loss in the early twenty-first century . Nature , 592, 726–731.
National Snow and Ice Data Center (2024, February 22) What is the Karakoram Anomaly? Accessed March 15, 2024.

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Indian Army is Taking 45 Civilians To The Siachen Glacier. You Can Be One Of Them!

Siachen Glacier, the world's highest battleground can be yours next summit.

Indian Army is taking 45 trekkers to a guided and well governed trek to the Siachen Glacier.

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Here is everything you need to know:

The trek covers 60 km each side on the most dangerous and challenging terrain.

You will have to reach the Siachen Base Camp on your own. The distance after it to Kumar FLB will then be taken under the Indian Army guidance.

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Only experienced trekkers who have sound health will be allowed to go ahead. Applicants should be below 45 years old.

The altitude starts at 12,000 ft above sea-level and goes up till 16,000 ft. If you have a problem with high-altitudes then definitely avoid this. As for experienced climbers, embrace this playground!

Trek is in total 13 days long, but you are required to stay for a total of 30 days for acclimatization and health purposes.

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To apply, write to HQ Northern Command Indian Army. Make sure the application reaches here before 20th July. People will be selected on first come first basis.

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Are you ready to trek to Siachen?

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Indian soldiers at Siachen Glacier. Photo Bandeep SinghThe The India Today Group via Getty Images

Want to know what the soldiers at Siachen go through? You may soon get a chance to put yourself in their snowshoes and crampons and make the arduous trek they make to the highest battleground in the world. This morning, The Times of India reports the Indian Army is willing to "liberally" issue permits to civilians who wish to visit one of India's most critical border posts. Wait, what?

Since 2007, the Indian Army has been conducting the Siachen Glacier Trek every year. Typically in August or September, a small batch of civilians makes the 10-day trek up to Siachen. The annual trek was paused in 2017. But last year, there were signs that it may resume. Not just that, India officially declared Siachen open to tourism.

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The idea of turning a battleground into a tourist attraction may sound complicated. But the powers that be believe it will help the local economy and help people appreciate what soldiers have to endure.

Life at Siachen Glacier

The world's highest battleground stands at an altitude of 24,000ft in Leh & Ladakh . Temperatures routinely drop to less than -50C. Nature is a bigger threat than bullets here. Oxygen saturation is around 10% of what it is in the plains. Snowblindess, frostbite, lung infections and depression claim, on average, two soldiers from the Indian side die each month.

Indian Army at Siachen Glacier. Photo: Bandeep Singh/The The India Today Group via Getty Images

For now, the specifics of these tourist visits to Siachen are hazy. These may or may not include a trek up to Siachen Base Camp (10,000 ft) and then Kumar Camp (16,000 ft), the final destination for the army's civilian treks. But from the army's website, here's what we know:

Indian Army's Siachen Glacier trek

The Indian Army's website says that it organises the "Siachen Glacier Trek between August and September every year for approximately 30 selected civilians recommended by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF). This is the only chance for a civilian to visit the world's highest and coldest battlefield. The trek begins from Leh in Ladakh at a height of about 12,000 feet above mean sea level. From there, the participants proceed to the Siachen Base Camp which goes into the mountain slopes at 10,000 feet and, from there, trek on to Kumar Camp which is at 16,000 feet, the distance of the trek being 60 km both ways across 8-9 days."

If you wish to find out more, drop an email to the Indian Army's media cell: ncmediacell[at]gmail[dot]com

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Security is another concern but since 2003, the area has been largely peaceful. a ceasefire came into effect in 2003 which marked an end to everyday artillery duels..

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Siachen Glacier Trek: Recently, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that tourists can now visit Siachen Glacier, which is the highest battlefield and one of the most difficult terrains on Earth. The trek opened for tourists is between Siachen Glacier’s base camp and Kumar Logistics base. This has opened a whole new area for civilians to explore in the newly created union territory of Ladakh. The cold desert of Ladakh, which lies beyond the mighty Karakoram range in the Himalayas, has fascinated tourists from all over the world. Here, one gets a glimpse of an interesting mix of Indian and Tibetan cultures. As of now, civilians were only allowed to go till the Nubra Valley which is considered as a gateway to the Siachen Glacier. It is quite far from the Siachen Glaciar base camp and the Siachen Battle School. With new rules, small batches of tourists will be allowed to venture further.

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A kind of dry-run, before this announcement, took place between 2007 to 2016 where Army’s Adventure cell organised ‘Siachen Trek’ in which some civilians were allowed to visit Kumar and the base camp. Currently, tourists can visit Warshi which is on way to Siachen Base camp and Tyakshi Village which is some distance ahead of Turtuk. Until 1971, these two villages were part of Pakistan -Occupied Kashmir and civilians were not allowed to visit here till 2010. Then, tourists could only visit up to Nubra Valley’s Panamik.

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In the 30-day trek organised by Army Adventure Cell, participants went through extreme conditioning to adjust in the highly difficult terrain of Siachen Glaciers which is at a mind-numbing height. The Siachen Glacier base camp is situated at an altitude of 11,000 feet and Kumar post is at an altitude of 16,000 feet. Organized in the months of August and September, the trek involved acclimatisation first at Leh and then at farther posts. Participants had to follow a strict medical fitness regime. Open for any civilian below 45 years of age, the trek also had participants from Indian Military Academy or IMA. From Siachen Base camp, Kumar post is at 60 km and the nine-day return trek is once in a lifetime opportunity for those who can endure extreme adventure.

The biggest challenge after opening the trek for civilians would be to address the environmental concerns. Siachen Glacier is a delicate ecosystem. According to an IE report quoting estimates, almost 1,000 kg of waste is generated every day due to Army’s presence in the highest battle zone on Earth. Presence of tourists will add to it and there needs to be a mechanism to dispose it in an eco-friendly way. More tourists mean more vehicular movement which can generate more heat and risk hastened melting of the glacier. This will also put an additional logistics burden on the Army since there is hardly any civilian administration here. In case of any medical emergency or evacuation, the only way out is with the help of the Army or IAF.

There are some very basic medical facilities at Nubra Valley which is not close to Siachen Glacier. Diskit, 120 KM from Leh has a Sub-District Hospital. This 50-bed hospital is centrally heated and has facilities for X-ray, ultrasound, dental and lab testing units. Leh has better medical facilities than Diskit.

Security is another concern but since 2003, the area has been largely peaceful. A ceasefire came into effect in 2003 which marked an end to everyday artillery duels and a cycle of raids and counter-raids by Indian and Pakistani armies. While guns are silent, both armies are battle-ready and vigilant on locations as high as 23,000 feet in Saltoro Ridge of Siachen Glacier.

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Aptly known as ‘the Land of High Passes’ Ladakh is one of the most special as well as enchanting areas of India. The bike trip to Siachen glacier is an unmatched chance to experience the charm of the region.

On this Motorcycle Journey to Leh Ladakh, you can select to ride solo or with a pillion rider. Bear in mind that your road trip will be difficult, however picturesque. The bumpy, narrow, and winding mountain roads with blind curves, deep canyons, and also ravines at numerous factors will certainly keep pumping adrenaline through your blood vessels. All this will make you tired, once you stare at the fantastic sights, you will be promptly revitalized.

We can Organize This Trip for a personal group or an absolute individuals group, as well as you can customise it to your preference if you stand for a personal group as well as are a lot more then 9 people. You can choose to rent out a bike in Ladakh or bring your very own, please check the link for bike rental prices in Ladakh and outsiders bike policy. We make certain that all rented out bikes are well-conditioned and also ready for the journey, and you can pick between various types of bikes, Gears, as well as device, can likewise be hired. Individuals bringing their own bike should make to the beginning point 24 hr prior to departure. This motorbike trip of Ladakh begins and finishes from your hotel in Leh.

What is included in the tour

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All the sightseeing and excursion as per the itinerary.

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See old abbeys – Hemis, Thikse, Alchi & Diskit.
See Shey Royal residence – the house of King of Ladakh.
High Grassland Lake of Pangong Tso.
Shimmering Mountain Lake – Tso Moriri.
Shey Palace – the former summer royal residence of the King of Ladakh.
Turtuk – the last Indian station town before Pakistan on the banks of Shyok River.
Khardung La (17,582 ft), the highest motorable road on the planet.
Nubra Valley – as soon as on the trading route connecting eastern Tibet with Turkistan through the well-known Karakoram Pass today is a huge valley that separating the Ladakh and also the Karakoram Varies at the convergence of The Shayok and Siachen River.
Pangong Lake- Among one of the most popular lake in Ladakh, it is a huge drainage basin lake in the Mountain range located at a height of concerning 4,350 m.

Day 1- Arrival at Leh.

Elevation (3500m).

Arrive at Kushok Bakula airport Leh – 3500m over sea level.

Transfer to resort & sign in to the hotel.
Day at rest for acclimatization.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2- Scenic Tour of Shey Royal residence, Thiksay abbey as well as Hemis Gompa.

Elevation gain/Distance- 0/Approx. 85km.
Duration- 5 hours.
Difficulty- Easy.

– Go to Hemis monastery situated 45km west of Leh; Hemis is the largest as well as the most affluent gompa in Ladakh.

– From Hemis, take the very same path to go to Thiksey Abbey, situated on a hill-lock with formidable views of the Indus valley. Thiksey is especially significant for its massive seated sculpture of the Maitreya and also is likewise known for its (Dukhang) assembly hall which houses thousands of rectangle-shaped prayer books, piled in between wood covers and also bound in silk.

– After that we remain to drive with series of chortens to go to Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh.

– Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 3- Lamayuru, Alchi, Likir and back to Leh.

Elevation gain/Distance- 0/Approx. 245km.
Period- 8-9 hrs.
Difficulty- Moderate.

– After a leisurely morning meal, we drive to the garage to bring the motorcycles for the journey.

– Trip to Basgo Castle which is declared by UNESCO as world heritage website. It used to be the winter capital of Ladakh.

– Then ride to Alchi, Taking in the sights of 1000 year old Alchi abbey the only Gompa in Ladakh area on flat ground.

– After proceed to the Likir Monastery to see the superb 3 storeys Dharma Wheel Gompa. Right here youll be awestruck with the sight of the substantial Buddha statuaries.

– Then ride to see Lamayuru (60kms from Alchi), Lamayuru abbey is the oldest as well as one of the largest monasteries in Ladakh area. The monastery comes from Red-Hat Sect of Buddhism.

– Drive back to Leh.

– Overnight stay at Leh.

Day 4- Nubra Valley via Khardong-La (5400m) to Turtuk.

Altitude loss/Distance- 350m/Approx. 215km.
Duration- 8-9 hours.
Difficulty- Hard.

– After Breakfast trip to Nubra Valley over the Khardungla Pass (Greatest Motorable roadway in the World, 18,380 feet) to Turtuk. Turtuk is the last village on the Indian side of the boundary and also was taken over by the Indian Army during the Kargil Battle. You will be mesmerized by the elegance in the Simpleness of Turtuk as well as its individuals.

– The rest of the evening goes to leisure.

– Overnight in Turtuk.

Day 5- Drive to Siachen Glacier via Sumoor as well as Panamik.

Altitude gain/Distance- 0m/Approx. 220km summary.
Period- 8-9 hours.

– Siachen Glacier is among the highest glaciers worldwide. Obtain an opportunity to experience the Siachen Glacier through this trip.

– After breakfast trip to Hunder.

– Check Out Panamik and also Hunder valley.

– Browse Through Diskit Monastery, which is 515 years of ages,.

– Arrive at Hundur by Afternoon.

– Post lunch free to explore Deskit, Hunder Villages and camel Safari in Sand Dunes between Deskit and also Hunder Village.

– Overnight stay at the camp (10,000 ft. i.e. 3048 metres).

Day 6- Nubra to Pangong Lake by means of Shayok valley.

Elevation gain/Distance- 1200m/Approx. 160km.
duration – 7 hours.

– After breakfast trip to Pangong through Shayok valley, This region actually consists of two valleys: Nubra as well as Shyok. Both their rivers rise amidst the heavily glaciated and also remote peaks as well as trough of the Karakoram Range.

– Arrive Pangong Lake it is the highest possible salt water Lake on the planet, shared by 2 countries India & China. Appreciate the beauty of the lake on the Banks of Pangong Lake while appreciating the transforming Shades and interesting high altitude of the Lake.

– Overnight stay at the camp/homestay (14,500 feet i.e 4,420 meters).

Day 7- Merak village to Tsomoriri Lake via Tsaga-La pass (4400m).

Altitude gain/Distance- 320m/Approx. 215km.
Duration- 8 hrs.

– After morning meal, we drive along the Pangong Lake for around 18 kilometres almost in the direction of Male town. From Merak we go towards Chushul, a wonderful drive to.

– From here another 12 kilometre drive takes you to the memorial of 13th Kumaon, the battle heroes of 1962, a tale of valour and also stamina, of 113 soldiers led by non various other Stroller Vir Chakra recipient, Late Major Shaitan Singh, 111 of them led their life defending the country.

– Our drive further takes you to Tsaga La pass as well as than in the direction of the Indus.

– At Mahay bridge, you enter the valley that eventually leads you to Tsomoriri Lake.

Day 8- Tsomoriri to Leh using Taklang-La pass (5300m).

Altitude loss/Distance- 2000m/Approx. 220km.
Duration- 8 hours.

– In the early morning see Korzok village as well as see around the lake.

– Later drive to Mahe village. The village is popular for the scene of capturing fountain and also white clouds hanging upon.

– Drive to Puga valley, which is popular for Butan gas.

– Later we drive to Tsokar browse through the Lake which goes to an elevation of 4090 mts. and continue drive to in the direction of Leh via Tanglang pass, which goes to a height of 5350 mts as well as is the second highest motorable pass in the globe.

– Overnight stay at resort in Leh.

Day 9- Return.

– Early morning you will be transferred to the airport in time to board flight to the forward location.

– Tour ends with lots of memories from Bike Trip to Siachen Glacier.

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Reminiscences of Siachen: When ice was on fire

With Chinese forays into the Depsang Plateau and the construction of roads into Shaksgam Valley, barely 50 km from Siachen, the two-front threat is a stark reality in the Ladakh region. In this context, the world’s toughest battlefield still remains utmost relevant strategically read more

It was in April 1984 when the Indian Army undertook an unthinkable mission, ‘Operation Meghdoot’. It entailed securing the Siachen Glacier, which lies between the strategically important Saltoro Ridge subrange of Karakoram to the west and the main Karakoram to the east. It literally drove a wedge between Baltistan, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK), and Shaksgam Valley (ceded by Pakistan to China in 1963). In a virtual photo finish, the Pakistani Army was beaten narrowly.

While in Balti language, Siachen means ‘land of roses’, in actuality, it is the coldest place outside the polar region, referred to as the Third Pole. Now it has the distinction of being the highest battlefield in the world, dotted with army posts at heights varying between 18,000 and 21,000 feet, with the median temperature hovering around a negative 40 degrees Celsius. Never in history have humans fought in such an extreme environment.

Some three decades back when I moved in to take over the command of a battalion that was due for deployment in Siachen, I was looking forward to be back on the home turf, being a trained mountain trooper and having done two tenures in the Ladakh region earlier.

During the winter, the only way one can access Ladakh is by air. It was early February 1991 when I landed at Leh from the Air Force IL-76 transport aircraft. The bone-chilling air and thick snow-covered peaks appeared to be a familiar sight. The sudden feeling of breathlessness was a terse reminder: “Never try to be Gama in the land of Lama.”

Being the first battalion from the JAT Regiment to take field on the Northern Glacier, there were apprehensions about the troops from the plains to adapt to extreme high-altitude conditions. However, rigorous two-month pre-induction training alongside meticulous preparations ensured a flying start, with the crucial induction phase going through smoothly. Ironically, the tenure commenced on a calamitous note, with my prefabricated shelter going up in flames due to a freak accident. The division commander went on to assure us that it was a good omen. From here on, there was no looking back.

Over a period of time, a kind of pattern emerged. During the days when weather was fair, the enemy resorted to heavy artillery fire to effectively interfere with their own supply chains as all our posts were air-maintained. From the dropping zones or the helipads, stores were ferried by manpack. Consequently, all the movement had to be at night, which meant a change in the body clock. Call it providence, Sundays turned out to be the most challenging, marked by skirmishes, fire accidents, and mishaps. Hence, “forewarned is forearmed” became the mantra-heuristic approach to handling crisis situations.

As Pakistani posts and gun areas were closer to the roadheads, logistics support, especially ammunition, was never a problem for them. On the other hand, in our case, every round had to be airlifted. The enemy guns at Gyari were the most active, and it was only when our own Bofor Guns deployed in depth areas resorted to counter-bombardment that these went silent. Coincidentally, in April 2012, an avalanche struck Gyari, and 140 people got buried, proving to be the worst disaster for the Pakistan Army.

During the bad weather, marked by intense snow storms that lasted for days, the enemy frequently made stealth attempts to grab our positions, resulting in violent exchanges of fire at close quarters. At one location, the opposing posts were literally at a handshake distance. This was the most contested real estate, with a history of many bloody engagements. There existed an unwritten code—a brief pause was observed when fingers were off the trigger to allow the evacuation of casualties.

VIPs made snap visits, landing on the forward helipads for a few minutes when the weather was conducive. Then Defence Minister Sharad Pawar visited twice, the second time along with a group of ‘Members of Parliament’ (MPs). Many went hysterical about getting the first-hand feel of extremely hostile conditions. On seeing the tail signs of craters due to heavy artillery shelling, someone remarked, “It appears that ice is on fire." As a token of appreciation, Siachen’s monthly allowance was doubled to Rs 900. Some foreign dignitaries who were briefed at the base camp wondered how the Indian soldiers did such arduous tenures without the ‘rest and recreation’ holidays that are so prevalent in the Western Armies.

Interestingly, besides the soldiers, there were three other inhabitants. A couple of posts had local dogs who would accompany the link patrols. Rats had a marked presence, their size vindicating the good quality of rations. Crows too were around, flying at will across the ‘Actual Ground Position Line’ (AGPL) to taste the Pakistani delicacies.

There were many extra-ordinary feats. Our infantry mortars often took on enemy artillery, especially when some of our guns were under replacement. The aviation pilots routinely took extraordinary risks to pick up casualties in the face of hostile fire. Due to the delayed relief, the battalion did four extra weeks and suffered just two fatal casualties during its nearly seven-month tenure, thus setting a record and demolishing the myth of high casualties in Siachen.

A team of psychologists had come to evaluate the impact of the extreme high altitude. The study had to be called off as its members could not sustain beyond three days of suffering from hypoxia and hallucinations. Even a medical study to gauge the effect of prolonged deployment in an extreme high-altitude environment was inconclusive, as the findings were weird and inconsistent.

Over the years, the ground situation has changed significantly. Communication and data connectivity have improved immensely, enabling real-time situational awareness. With the internet and mobile facilities, the troops are connected with their families. During our time, due to adverse weather conditions, the mail could not be delivered to the forward posts. Hence, quite often, the letters were read over the telephone from the base camp. The news of my father’s demise reached me after almost 24 hours.

The logistics have now vastly improved with the introduction of All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), versatile helicopter fleets, including Chinooks and C130/C17 heavy lift transport aircraft. With the establishment of telemetry nodes, the medical facilities at the forward posts have been augmented, which is indeed critical given the constraints of evacuation due to unpredictable weather conditions.

In 2003, with the signing of the ceasefire agreement, the guns fell silent on the Siachen; 110 km (AGPL) went quiet. This notwithstanding, Siachen still remains the toughest battlefield where human endurance is tested to the extreme; each breath is accounted for. It takes a heavy toll on an individual, both physically and mentally, due to loss of appetite, insomnia, and a high risk of pulmonary oedema. Soldiering in Siachen stands as testimony of camaraderie, joint manship, and the spirit of ‘do and die’; to defend every inch of this piece of barren land.

Siachen often came under scrutiny for its strategic importance and high cost of maintenance. There were even talks of demilitarisation, which were aborted as Pakistan refused to accept the status of AGPL. Today, given Chinese forays into the Depsang Plateau and the construction of roads into Shaksgam Valley, barely 50 km from Siachen, the two-front threat is a stark reality in the Ladakh region. Hence, strategic foresight in undertaking ‘Operation Meghdoot’ stands well vindicated, as do the supreme sacrifices made by over a thousand of our brave hearts.

The writer is a Bangladesh war veteran and has commanded a battalion in Siachen, a brigade in the Kashmir Valley, and a division in the North East. The views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the author. They do not necessarily reflect Firstpost’s views.

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India objects to Chinese activities near Siachen Glacier

I ndia on Thursday took strong exception to the Chinese activities at the Shaksgam Valley close to Siachen Glacier, saying it has registered its protest with the Chinese side against ”illegal attempts to alter the facts on the ground.”

At a media briefing here, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, ”We consider Shaksgam Valley to be our territory. We have never accepted the so-called China-Pakistan boundary agreement of 1963 through which Pakistan unlawfully attempted to cede the area to China. I have consistently conveyed our rejection of the same.”

He said India reserves the right to take necessary measures to safeguard its interests.

The spokesperson’s comments came in the wake of reports that a road is being constructed by China in a part of illegally occupied Kashmir close to the Siachen Glacier, considered the world’s highest battlefield, which could have security implications for India.

The road in Shaksgam Valley, a section of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) ceded to China in 1963, is being built branching out from an extension of Highway G219 in China’s Xinjiang and disappearing into mountains at a location about 50 km north of India’s northernmost point, Indira Col in Siachen Glacier.

India objects to Chinese activities near Siachen Glacier

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