Chadar Trek vs Padum to Darcha Trek
Compare Chadar Trek and Padum to Darcha Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Padum to Darcha Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Padum to Darcha Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Padum to Darcha Trek fits a shorter schedule; Padum to Darcha Trek is easie
Our verdict
Padum to Darcha Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Padum to Darcha Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Padum to Darcha Trek fits a shorter schedule; Padum to Darcha Trek is easier on the budget.
| Feature | Chadar Trek | Padum to Darcha Trek |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Very Difficult | Difficult |
| Duration | 10 days | 9 days |
| Max altitude | 12,467 ft | 16,600 ft |
| Best season | Jan – Mar | Jul – Sep |
| Permits | Permit required | Permit required |
| Est. cost | ₹25,000–₹45,000 | ₹20,000–₹45,000 |
| Region | Ladakh | Ladakh (Zanskar Valley to Lahaul) |