Chadar Trek (Frozen River)
A 6-day walk on the frozen Zanskar River — India's most iconic winter trek.
Where on earth
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- Region
- India
- Country
- South & Southeast Asia
- Biome
- Trans-Himalayan river ice (3,300–3,900 m)
- Best season
- January – February
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Winter Camping
- Skiing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Trans-Himalayan river ice (3,300–3,900 m)
- Best season: January – February
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 6-day walk on the frozen Zanskar River — India's most iconic winter trek.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: January – February
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Trans-Himalayan river ice (3,300–3,900 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
South & Southeast Asia
Biome
Trans-Himalayan river ice (3,300–3,900 m)
Difficulty
moderate
