Mount Dzo Jongo Expedition (6218 M)

Mount Dzo Jongo is one of the most popular trekking peaks in Ladakh. It is situated at a height of 6,218 meters, and it is located in the east of Leh. Unspotted in the clandestine of plain sight, Mount Dzo Jongo is one great enchanted peak that will keep you spellbound. Departing from Leh, this hike takes you through the infertile yet stunning and beautiful Markha Valley. This amazing peak has to date been dominated by its much famous neighbors, Kang Yatse I (6,400 meters) and Kang Yatse II (6,250 meters) for a long time now. But as the mystery has unraveled of its fine existence, the tale of the 2 peaks, and the wondrous terrains, Dzo Jongo has a fascinating sight of its own and deserves all the central light that it can receive.

 

The Mount Dzo Jongo Expedition is a mountaineering expedition in Leh, India. It is the first of its kind to be undertaken on the mountain. It is a challenging expedition because of the remoteness and difficult terrain. The trekkers sometimes have to face the challenges like altitude sickness, lack of oxygen, and extreme weather conditions. They have to climb through snow-covered glaciers, which is difficult with limited equipment and experience. From the tall summit, you could see the amazing views of the Zanskar Valley, the Karakoram Valley, Kang Yatse 1 and Kang Yatse II, Stok Kangri Valley as well as the Changthang Valley.

 

This hidden gem is actually an off-beat destination for trekking, which not many people know of! The tranquility of the mountain as well as the long and silky glacial slopes with  80° glacial passages make Dzo Jongo a mixture of calmness and defiance. Although it is brutal at times with its difficult slopes and cold winds at high altitudes, yet it is also breathtakingly beautiful.