About this Overnight Trip
The quickest way to wake up beside Pangong Lake
Already in Leh and short on time? This overnight escape is the fastest way to experience Pangong Lake properly — not just a rushed day trip. You drive out over Chang La (with monastery stops at Shey and Thiksey), spend a night at a lakeside camp, and catch the famous Pangong sunrise before heading back.
It's a private trip with your own vehicle and driver-cum-guide, the Pangong permit is arranged, and dinner and breakfast at the camp are included.
Please note: this is an add-on for travellers who have already spent a day or two in Leh and acclimatised — Pangong is high, and it's not recommended straight off the flight.
Trip Highlights
A lot of Ladakh magic in just two days
A night at a lakeside Pangong camp
The unforgettable Pangong sunrise
Cross Chang La, one of the world's highest passes
Thiksey & Shey monasteries en route
Brilliant high-altitude stargazing
Permit & private vehicle included
Trip Gallery
Glimpses of Pangong & the road there
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Two days, one unforgettable night by the lake
- Leave Leh after breakfast, stopping at Shey Palace and the beautiful Thiksey Monastery on the way out.
- Climb over Chang La (~17,590 ft) — one of the world's highest motorable passes — with a quick photo halt.
- Descend past Tangtse to reach Pangong Lake by afternoon; free time to walk the shore.
- Watch the sky fill with stars over the water; dinner and overnight at a lakeside camp.
- Wake early for the Pangong sunrise — the colours on the water are the highlight of the whole trip.
- Breakfast at the camp, then begin the drive back over Chang La.
- Arrive Leh by afternoon, where the trip concludes — perfect timing to connect with a longer itinerary.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- Private vehicle from Leh & back with driver-cum-guide
- 1 night lakeside camp at Pangong (twin/triple sharing)
- Dinner at the camp & breakfast next morning
- Inner Line Permit for Pangong Lake
- Monastery stops at Shey & Thiksey en route
- Oxygen & first-aid kit in the vehicle
- Yatraved trip coordination
- Leh accommodation before/after the trip
- Lunches and all personal expenses
- Monastery entry fees & camera charges
- 5% GST on package cost
- Any cost due to roadblocks or weather beyond our control
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Things to Carry
One cold night by the lake — pack warm
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Acclimatise First: Pangong is at ~14,000 ft, reached over Chang La. This overnight is recommended only after you've spent a day or two in Leh — not straight off the flight.
ID & Permit: Carry original photo ID. The Pangong permit is mandatory — we arrange it, but need your ID copy in advance.
Camp Stay: Accommodation is a comfortable but basic lakeside camp with heavy quilts — the best available at this remote spot.
Connectivity: There is little or no mobile signal at Pangong — let family know you'll be offline overnight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
Yes — this is a short add-on that assumes you've already spent a day or two in Leh. Pangong is at about 14,000 ft and reached over Chang La, so we recommend it only after acclimatising.
Yes. The Inner Line Permit for Pangong Lake is arranged and included. We only need a copy of your photo ID in advance.
A comfortable but basic lakeside camp with heavy quilts — the best available at this remote, high-altitude spot. Nights are very cold even in summer, so carry thermals.
Absolutely. Many travellers add this overnight to a Leh or Nubra trip. Tell us your plan and we'll slot it in, or build a full custom Ladakh itinerary for you.
