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Muni La

Traverse of the Muni La pass

Also in Jammu and Kashmir, India

Hiking Severe

Distance
71 km
Ascent
3.1 km
Descent
2.5 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
2.9 km
High Point
5.5 km
Gradient
10˚
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This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 2.9 km to the maximum altitude of 5.5 km, the route covers 71 km, 3109 vertical metres of ascent and 2523 vertical metres of descent.

6+Parallel Glaciers flowing into Kashmir from the Great Himalayan Divide
6+Parallel Glaciers flowing into Kashmir from the Great Himalayan Divide
Photo from Muni La
Standing insignificant on the glacier in front of pointy mighty peaks
Standing insignificant on the glacier in front of pointy mighty peaks
Confused as to how to climb the stairway to heavens
Confused as to how to climb the stairway to heavens
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Description

Muni La is an old, forgotten glaciated pass with mind-bending views of many 6000m, spiky peaks. It starts from Dharlang valley in Kishtwar and ends at Sani near Padum in Zanskar.

Difficulty

Severe

Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

in undefined

Features

  • Picturesque