The mountain shares the same massif with Lungser Kangri (6666m), the highest peak of the region.
Chamser Kangri Expedition (6622m)
Chamser Kangri – 6,622m
13 Days + 2 Buffer Days from Leh
Rupshu Valley, Tso Moriri & Changthang Plateau
Glacier Travel, Camp 1, Camp 2 & Long Summit Ridge
A Challenging High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition
High Altitude Ladakh Expedition
Chamser Kangri (6,622 m)
6622mA remote Rupshu and Tso Moriri expedition with glacier travel, high camps above 6000m, and a long summit ridge to one of Ladakh's highest beautiful peaks.
Chamser Kangri is a 13+2 days guided Himalayan objective in Tso Moriri, Ladakh. It is best suited to climbers looking for a challenging high-altitude rupshu objective with glacier travel and camps above 6000m.
Chamser Kangri – 6,622m
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Expedition overview
Chamser Kangri at a glance
Chamser Kangri (6622m), also known as Chamsher Kangri, is one of the highest and most beautiful mountains in the Rupshu region of Ladakh. Rising above the eastern shores of Tso Moriri Lake, it combines remote high-altitude trekking, glacier travel, and alpine mountaineering.
Altitude
016,622m
Duration
0213 Days + 2 Buffer Days
Season
03Jun-Jul-Aug / Sep
Difficulty
04Challenging
Chamser Kangri
Chamser Kangri Expedition (6622m)
The story
The High Plateau Ascent Above Tso Moriri
Chamser Kangri rises dramatically above the eastern shore of Tso Moriri Lake in Ladakh's remote Rupshu region.
Expedition story
A mountain journey shaped by terrain, weather, and summit-day decisions.
Ascent notes
What the climb feels like on the mountain.
The expedition travels across the Changthang Plateau, home to nomadic Changpa shepherds, wild kiang, blue sheep, and some of the most spectacular high-altitude landscapes in the Indian Himalayas.
Although technically moderate compared with many Himalayan climbs, Chamser Kangri is a serious high-altitude expedition because of its glacier sections, long summit day, and camps above 6000m.
Climbers establish Base Camp near the grassy meadows of Kurchya, then move through Camp 1 and Camp 2 before the summit push along the long summit ridge.
From the summit, the views open toward Lungser Kangri, Tso Moriri Lake, the Changthang Plateau, Tibetan Plateau, and endless ranges of the Eastern Himalayas.
Why this climb works
Why Chamser Kangri Is a High-Altitude Challenge
The climb asks for steady pacing, acclimatization, mountain movement, and summit-day focus.
Field note
Guided does not mean effortless.
The expedition is manageable because the progression is measured, not because the mountain is casual.
Altitude Above 6600m
The summit reaches 6622m, where thin air, cold, and recovery become the dominant challenges.
High Camps Above 6000m
Camp 2 is generally established around 6100m before the summit attempt, requiring strong acclimatization.
Glacier and Scree Sections
The approach to Camp 1 and Camp 2 includes scree slopes, glacier sections, snow, and mixed high-altitude terrain.
Long Summit Ridge
Summit day involves a long ridge climb with a 10 km round trip that usually takes 12-14 hours.
Remote Changthang Logistics
The mountain sits in a remote region where network is limited to Leh and partial service in Korzok.
Route & approach
Expedition Route & Approach
The route begins in Leh, drives to Korzok on Tso Moriri Lake, approaches Kurchya Base Camp, then climbs through Camp 1 and Camp 2 before the Chamser Kangri summit push and return to Leh.
Route rhythm
Approach, acclimatize, move high, summit, return.
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Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary – Chamser Kangri Expedition (6622m)
Scan the short plan first, then open the detailed view for the field notes behind each expedition day.
16 days / short
Short day plan
16 days
Day 1
Arrival in Leh (3500m)
01Day 2
Acclimatization in Leh
02Day 3
Drive from Leh to Korzok (4520m)
03Day 4
Acclimatization day at Korzok
04Day 5
Trek to Base Camp (5000m)
05Day 6
Acclimatization and technical training
06Day 7
Load ferry to Camp 1 and return
07Day 8
Move to Camp 1 (5650m)
08Day 9
Move to Camp 2 (6100m)
09Day 10
Rest and acclimatization day
10Day 11
Summit Chamser Kangri (6622m)
11Day 12
Descend to Base Camp
12Day 13
Trek to Korzok and drive to Leh
13Day 14
Buffer day
14Day 15
Buffer day
15Day 16
Departure from Leh
16Safety system
Safety, Training & Leadership
A guided climb with clear checks before the approach, at camp, and before summit movement.
- 01
Professional certified mountain guides and support staff
- 02
High altitude porters and kitchen staff
- 03
Medical kit and oxygen backup
- 04
Satellite communication equipment
- 05
High guide-to-client ratio
- 06
Small groups for better safety and success rate
- 07
Training in crampons, ice axe, rope handling, glacier travel, self-arrest, and fixed rope climbing
Best fit
Who Should Join Chamser Kangri
A good match for fit beginners and trekkers who want a real summit objective with guided pacing, acclimatization, and mountain skills.
Audience
01Experienced 6000m Climbers
Climbers with previous 6000m experience who want to progress to a higher Ladakh objective.
Audience
02High-Altitude Expedition Aspirants
Mountaineers comfortable with high camps, load ferries, glacier travel, and cold summit days.
Audience
03Changthang Explorers
Climbers drawn to remote Rupshu, Tso Moriri, Korzok, and the vast Changthang Plateau.
Audience
04Strong Endurance Athletes
Participants who can carry a 12 kg backpack and trek for 8 hours continuously.
Planning notes
Expedition details before you arrive
Practical field information for reaching the meeting point, preparing for mountain conditions, and understanding connectivity during the climb.
01
Reporting Point
Leh, Ladakh
02
Drop Point
Leh, Ladakh
03
Nearest Town
Korzok
04
Nearest Airport
Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
05
Nearest Railway Station
Jammu Tawi Railway Station
06
Road Access
Leh is connected by road from Manali and Srinagar.
07
Distance From Leh To Korzok
Approximately 220 km
08
Distance From Delhi To Leh
Daily flights are available from Delhi.
09
Maximum Altitude
6622m
10
Nearby Peak
Lungser Kangri (6666m)
11
Network Connectivity
Available in Leh and partially in Korzok only.
12
Temperature
Leh: 10°C to 25°C, Base Camp: -5°C to 10°C, High Camps: -10°C to -20°C, Summit: -15°C to -25°C
Trip details
Inclusion, exclusion and carry
A quick reference for what is covered, what stays personal, and what you should pack for the climb.
What is included
0 items
Group 01
Group 02
Group 03
Policies
Payments and cancellation
A simple reference for confirming your seat, clearing the balance, and understanding cancellation windows before the climb.
Payment policy
Confirmation schedule
2 steps
Advance
0130% booking payment
30% advance payment is required to confirm booking.
Balance
0270% balance payment
Remaining balance must be paid before the expedition starts.
Cancellation policy
Refund and weather windows
6 rules
Cancellation 15 days or more before departure: 100% refund or future expedition adjustment.
01Cancellation within 15 days: 50% refund.
02Cancellation within 7 days: No refund and no adjustment.
03If a participant leaves the expedition voluntarily, no refund will be provided.
04The expedition leader has final authority regarding participation, route changes, and summit attempts.
05Mountaineering involves inherent risks. By joining the expedition, participants acknowledge and accept these risks.
06
Policies balance climber safety, logistics, and expedition fairness in high-altitude Himalayan conditions.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions about Chamser Kangri Expedition (6622m), training, weather, and completion.
Expedition Gallery
A visual journey through the Chamser Kangri expedition, from Leh and Korzok to Kurchya Base Camp, Camp 1, Camp 2, the long summit ridge, and the 6622m summit above Tso Moriri.
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