A paradise for those who desires to have a tryst with the snow-clad peaks and mountains in Ladakh, Stok Kangri is definitely one of the most enthralling tourist attraction in Ladakh! Reaching a maximum height of 20,182ft, this soaring mountain is the highest peak in the Stok Range of the great Himalayas in entire Ladakh Valley.
Located within the Hemis National Park, it is around 15km towards the south-west of Leh, and is a major attraction in all the Leh Ladakh tour packages. A heaven for the adrenaline seekers; especially the trekkers, Stok Kangri in Ladakh is the origin of several adrenaline pumping treks.
Among all the treks, the Stok Kangri Trek that usually originates from the base of Stok Village and winds up on reaching the peak, it the most sought after treks in Ladakh. It is often compared with the thrill and adventure of the poised Roopkund Trek, and requires ardent trekking experience along with proper acclimatisation.
Next time, when you plan a Leh Ladakh tour, make sure you avail a Leh Ladakh tour package that gives you the opportunity to pump up your adrenalines with the Stok Kangri Trek!