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Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake

A long blue lake that changes colour through the day.

Altitude
about 4,200 m
Best time
Best: May – September

Pangong Tso is a high-altitude lake in the Himalayan desert, famous for shifting between blues and greens. We stay at lakeside camps so you can see sunset and sunrise.

The route from Nubra runs via Shyok and Durbuk, or over Wari La; the return to Leh crosses Chang La.

What to see

  • Sunset and sunrise at the lake
  • Lakeside camp stay
  • Chang La pass on the return
  • Merak and Spangmik villages

Travel tips

  • Camps are basic and very cold at night
  • Mobile networks are limited; postpaid SIMs work best

Questions about Pangong Lake

How high is Pangong Lake?

Pangong Lake is at an altitude of about 4,200 m. Rest on arrival, drink water and ride or drive at an easy pace the first day.

When is the best time to visit Pangong Lake?

The best time to visit Pangong Lake is May – September.

What is there to see in Pangong Lake?

Sunset and sunrise at the lake. Lakeside camp stay. Chang La pass on the return. Merak and Spangmik villages.

Which MountainBea trips visit Pangong Lake?

Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Expedition (5 nights, 6 days); Ladakh Moon Land Tour (6 nights, 7 days).

Trips that visit Pangong Lake