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Yadlapati
Visakhapatnam, India304 contributions
May 2022
Gateway to the Nubra and Shyok Valleys in the Ladakh region. It is the highest motorable pass in the world. Khardung La Pass is positioned on the Ladakh range, which is 40 km from Leh, at an altitude of 18,379 ft (5602 m). A motorable road through the pass was built in 1976, and opened to public motor vehicles in 1988. Maintained by the Border Roads Organisation, the pass is strategically important to India as it is used to carry supplies to the Siachen Glacier.
Written 21 June 2022
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Deepak_01
Bengaluru, India5,718 contributions
Jun. 2022
A quick stopover in this high altitude point, the world's highest motorable road for civilians.There is a mad rush of tourists for clicking pictures with the signboard.Not advised to spend more than a few minutes here due to high altitude & low oxygen.
Written 14 June 2022
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MaithiliSave
Mumbai, India159 contributions
May 2022 • Family
If you are visiting Ladakh, this is a must visit place; the highest motorable road in the world. When we visited, it was too crowded (probably people started going out again after pandemic)
Written 11 June 2022
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sachin n rao
Bengaluru, India1 contribution
Nov. 2021 • Couples
I was sceptical to go at this point of the year , but HARDIK PRAJAPATHI guided me throughout the plan and patiently explained me everything !! He gave me the current updates of the place and he was very helpful
Written 22 November 2021
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Narendra Parihar
Kalaburagi District, India2 contributions
Sep. 2021 • Solo
I acquire a Leh Ladakh Thrillophilia in September 2021. I went Solo on September 07 to Leh-Ladakh.
1. Thank you Thrillophilia for organising and accommodating us in such a magnificent hotel. The hotel provided such a good and delicious food.
2.We visited and explored all the major and iconic attractions in Leh District as per our itinerary, The mighty Khardung La, Chang La, Gorgeous Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley etc.
The tour came to an end on September 12. The trip was super awesome. I had a blast with my four newly made elder friends there.
& Thanks a million Mr. Hardik Prajapati (Thrillophilia). The person with whom I remained in contact for over a months. He assisted me in booking this trip.I got some fabulous recommendations from him.
1. Thank you Thrillophilia for organising and accommodating us in such a magnificent hotel. The hotel provided such a good and delicious food.
2.We visited and explored all the major and iconic attractions in Leh District as per our itinerary, The mighty Khardung La, Chang La, Gorgeous Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley etc.
The tour came to an end on September 12. The trip was super awesome. I had a blast with my four newly made elder friends there.
& Thanks a million Mr. Hardik Prajapati (Thrillophilia). The person with whom I remained in contact for over a months. He assisted me in booking this trip.I got some fabulous recommendations from him.
Written 17 September 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Rakesh sahoo
2 contributions
Aug. 2021 • Friends
I have been to all these places recently and would recommend each and everyone who have a keen interest to visit to such places. Thankful to Hardhik Prajapatti! Who made it easier and glad that i got such valuable recommendations from him.
Written 3 September 2021
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R.SHUNMUGHAM PILLAI
Nagercoil, India59 contributions
Aug. 2021 • Friends
I was there on 21,st of Aug. Border roads made this pass reachable by vehicle. All motorists adventures ends here there programme by taking photos. Very chilly weather.Oxygen is very less. I booked my tour from Chennai through "TRIVOYA TRAVEL SOLUTIONS" The altitude is around 18000 feet MSL. There is a khardungla cafe which is at 18300 feet. Worlds highest cafe. There is a Buddha temple at Khardungla. Tri colour shines at this Highest motorable peak. All the three sides covered with snow bound mountaibs and valleys. One must go and see. Asthmatic and Heart patients please avoid this place. Most Enjoyable place.
Written 31 August 2021
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Gopalsahu
Mahabaleshwar, India1 contribution
Aug. 2021 • Friends
It was raining everywhere in india, except in the mighty Himalayas.
I always wanted to visit the mountain passes, and wanted to get all the experience, from weather conditions which keeps changing every minute or be it a food culture or roads which leads to different passes of Himalayas.
I went on a roadtrip with few friends, and wanted some challenges on ride. So we went with a 125 cc suzuki access with pillion rider. I wanted to experience all the adrenaline and challenges in those 15000ft + height.
Everyone was staying at home while we where measuring the roads from Mumbai to ladakh roads.
With all the restrictions in the country we still managed to travel 3000km on 2 wheeler.
We did all the covid test at borders of Kashmir, ladakh.
We took permits which is required to be at khardung la top. It's checked at south pullu which is at 15000 ft.
Since we had scooty,and yes we we were taking that to khardung la 17900 ft. It was insane and challenging.
At 1st attempt we left our hotel early morning before the sun would kiss us. Since we knew anytime the weather will get bad.
At 10000ft we started getting sprinkle of droplets, and when we started ascending height to 14000ft we started getting heavy snow on our helmets with zero visibility. We still went ahead. At a point we started getting sheet of black ice on roads and it was very challenging to ride on that. At a point when we where 17000ft we where just 1 km away from pass we didn't make it bcoz the tyre was skidding everywhere. So took decision and went back down.
We again did it from the nubra side. And we did went on top. It was heavy snowing on top and temperature was chilled like someone have thrown us into freezer.
We took few pics and left the place.
One of the challenging ride we did in july month where the whole country was soaking in rain we where enjoying snowfall.
I always wanted to visit the mountain passes, and wanted to get all the experience, from weather conditions which keeps changing every minute or be it a food culture or roads which leads to different passes of Himalayas.
I went on a roadtrip with few friends, and wanted some challenges on ride. So we went with a 125 cc suzuki access with pillion rider. I wanted to experience all the adrenaline and challenges in those 15000ft + height.
Everyone was staying at home while we where measuring the roads from Mumbai to ladakh roads.
With all the restrictions in the country we still managed to travel 3000km on 2 wheeler.
We did all the covid test at borders of Kashmir, ladakh.
We took permits which is required to be at khardung la top. It's checked at south pullu which is at 15000 ft.
Since we had scooty,and yes we we were taking that to khardung la 17900 ft. It was insane and challenging.
At 1st attempt we left our hotel early morning before the sun would kiss us. Since we knew anytime the weather will get bad.
At 10000ft we started getting sprinkle of droplets, and when we started ascending height to 14000ft we started getting heavy snow on our helmets with zero visibility. We still went ahead. At a point we started getting sheet of black ice on roads and it was very challenging to ride on that. At a point when we where 17000ft we where just 1 km away from pass we didn't make it bcoz the tyre was skidding everywhere. So took decision and went back down.
We again did it from the nubra side. And we did went on top. It was heavy snowing on top and temperature was chilled like someone have thrown us into freezer.
We took few pics and left the place.
One of the challenging ride we did in july month where the whole country was soaking in rain we where enjoying snowfall.
Written 18 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
saumya
Kota, India1 contribution
Aug. 2021 • Family
Great experience, the cab driver there was really kind and generous , plus the our thrillophilia guide hardik was also very kind and humble , the hotel was cost and nice ,loved the experience
Written 11 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
NabbuNuts
Nagpur, India231 contributions
Jul. 2021 • Friends
It is now second highest motorable pass in India and third in the world, as Umlingla at 19300 ft in Eastern Ladakh is highest now.
We reached there on bikes enjoying all the scenic spots on the way, specially just before the pass are scenic beautiful white clad mountain ranges. After the pass also there were ample photographic places and snow regions to play with. It is not advisable to stay at the pass for more than 15-20 minutes, as it may cause altitude sickness. Kudos to the Border Roads Organisation that they have maintained such a good road on such a high pass. Road is smooth almost at all the places barring few spots.
We reached there on bikes enjoying all the scenic spots on the way, specially just before the pass are scenic beautiful white clad mountain ranges. After the pass also there were ample photographic places and snow regions to play with. It is not advisable to stay at the pass for more than 15-20 minutes, as it may cause altitude sickness. Kudos to the Border Roads Organisation that they have maintained such a good road on such a high pass. Road is smooth almost at all the places barring few spots.
Written 8 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Sutikshan
1 contribution
Planning to visit lay once normalicy kicks back!
Can 6 of us visit Khardungla pass on bikes rented in Leh? Or do we need experts with us to visit the place?
Also help me learn "How to get permits in leh"
Nikhil
Chennai (Madras), India
we're a group of 12 people going in the month of late September and early October
my question is what are the temperatures here ?
and will river rafting be available during this time?
It will be cold. During day time the max temp in late Sept early Oct is 2-4 degree. It may be chilling if wind velocity is high and cloudy.
aftabhuma
Varanasi, India
One more question dear sjindals... If I couldn't see snowfall in khardungla in September first few days so can I see only snow there at which snow must have fallen already.
aftabhuma
Varanasi, India
Can I see snowfall in September first few days
Tim Tim Tara
New Delhi, India186 contributions
Yes, I went in June 1st week. There was snow all over. Khardungla is always covered with Snow.
priya m
Mumbai, India2 contributions
We are travelling to KhardungLa during end of July. So do we need to wear snow boots? If yes, are snow boots available on rent at khardungla?
Tim Tim Tara
New Delhi, India186 contributions
No, Snow boots required. You should wear a warm jacket, Cap, sports shoes, gloves. for precaution just buy oxygen cylinder as Oxygen level goes low and some people feel uneasy, you can keep it in car and when you go back chemist takes back after deducting 200-300 RS. It costs approx 600 or 650. Carry your water bottles and some food or snacks as you don't get much to eat.
cyril chacko
Kannur, India
Is permit required for just going to kardug la pass by public transport
Nlay
Durgapur, India1,592 contributions
Yes, you need Innerline Permit for Khardungla Pass. Actually, this permit is mandatory for all the citizens who do not belong to Jammu and Kashmir State. As far as I know, there is no public transport on the way to khardungla pass, however, you can get shared vehicles from Leh.
We want to trek from leh to Khardungla Pass. Is permission required and any charges for stay e route?
Roy
Kolkata (Calcutta), India122 contributions
Hi, trek is possible. will cover 2-3 days. if in case charges are applicable, they are nominal around 300 each.
stay en route , you may not find any. hire tents. for confirmation ask your hotel.
I have gone bypass surgery last 7years.Now I am okay and 55 yrs. Can I visit Kharidunga La. Is their any risk.
Debasisb2002
Bangalore Rural District, India77 contributions
Yes why not. In my team we had people who were 57 and 58.
1. Prepare well as I mentioned in the review.
2. Get a good vehicle.
I am planning for trip to Kharidunga La. I have gone bypass surgery for last 7y
I am planning trip to Kharidunga La. I have gone bypass surgery last 7 yrs. Now I am good health. I am 56 yrs. Is any risk to go their?
Can I see snow at khardungla on 2nd week of September as I have planned to visit the place on 10th September
gauravkhattar
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India784 contributions
I visited khardungla on Aug 4th...there was no snow... Nothing at all... Unless there has been a fresh snowfall ... You won't see it.
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