Trip Over View

Nam-Tso or “Heavenly Lake” in Tibetan, situated at an elevation of 4,718 (15, 475 ft) and located 240km (150 miles) north of Lhasa is a famous pilgrimage destination for the devout Tibetans and a perfect trekking destination for adventure enthusiasts. This vast sapphire-blue inland sea on the Tibetan plateau is the second largest salt water lake in China, the largest being Kokonor Lake of the Qinghai province. Surrounded by spectacular snow-covered mountains, it is a place of desolate beauty and the site of a holy hermitage that draws pilgrims from all over Tibet. It’s also a sanctuary for migrating birds that journey to Tibet from as far away as Siberia during the summer months.

On this exceptional trek, you’ll tread upon the ancient caravan route of salt traders from the Changthang region and cross the glaciated valleys and mountains of the Nyenchen Thanglha range to the pebbled shores of the lake, visiting sacred spots, holy shrines, and passing nomadic herdsmen along the way. Once at the lake, you will get the opportunity to join the devout Tibetans on a short kora hike in the vicinity of the Tashi Do Hermitage and enjoy superb views of the mountains across the lake.

This is 5 days strenuous trek that involves hiking in steep and rocky terrain and crossing of Kong La, 5240m ( 17, 187 ft). You will enjoy the serene beauty of the lake, spectacular views of the Nyechen Thangla Mountains that ring the lake, and have an opportunity to peep into the lives of drokpas (Nomads) who dwell in the 4-sided yak-hair tents.