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Pangong Lake Day Safari

Leh 4.8 Full day Moderate May–Sep

Overview

Pangong Lake needs no introduction — the blue water, the mountains, the Bollywood memory. The drive from Leh crosses Chang La (5,360 m) and takes 5–6 hours one way. You must acclimatise in Leh for at least 48 hours first; we won't book this on day one. Lunch is at a lakeside camp, with 1–2 hours to walk the shore and take photos.

Highlights

  • Pangong Lake — 134 km long
  • Chang La pass crossing
  • Packed lunch at lakeside
  • Colour-changing water views

What to expect

  1. 1

    6 am departure from Leh after acclimatisation

  2. 2

    Chang La pass stop for photos

  3. 3

    Lakeside camp lunch and shore walk

  4. 4

    Return Leh by 7–8 pm

What to carry

  • Warm layers (lake is cold even in summer)
  • Sunglasses
  • ID for inner-line checkpoints
  • Cash for camp tea

Pro tip

Spangmik is the usual stop — go slightly further east for fewer crowds if your driver agrees.

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