Ladakh & KargilHimalayan Destination
Tso Moriri & Tso Kar
Sacred High-Altitude Azure Lakes & Nomadic Changpa Lands
Altitude:14,836 ft (4,522 m)
Distance:220 km southeast of Leh in Changthang
Best Season:June to September
About Tso Moriri & Tso Kar
Tso Moriri is a pristine, tranquil high-altitude lake in the Changthang Plateau, far less commercialized than Pangong. It is surrounded by snow-draped peaks, grazing Pashmina goats, and the nomadic Changpa tribe.
Must-Experience Highlights
Ramsar Wetland Sanctuary
Korzok 300-Yr-Old Monastery
Black-Necked Cranes & Wildlife
Tso Kar White Salt Lake
Top Attractions & Sightseeing Spots
1Korzok Village & Monastery
One of the highest permanent human settlements on earth with ancient Buddhist Gompa.
2Tso Kar White Lake
A fluctuating salt lake with dramatic white crust deposits and abundant Tibetan wild asses (Kiang).
3Chumathang Hot Springs
Natural boiling sulfur springs along the Indus River believed to have therapeutic properties.
Tangmarg Base Expert Insider Tips
How We Make Your Tso Moriri & Tso Kar Journey Hassle-Free
- Direct Cab Coordination: Private sanitized vehicles with experienced mountain drivers familiar with passes, snow chain checkpoints, and scenic halts.
- Permit & Pass Clearance: Full on-ground support for frontier border permits (Keran & Gurez) and Gondola Phase 1 & 2 slot reservations in Gulmarg.
- Inspected Stays: Guaranteed central heating / heated blankets, round-the-clock warm running water, and hot Kashmiri Wazwan / multi-cuisine food.
Plan Your Visit
Want to visit Tso Moriri & Tso Kar?
Let our local Tangmarg team craft a customized day excursion or multi-day itinerary with verified hotel stays and dedicated cabs.
Ideal Traveler Types
Wildlife EnthusiastsBird WatchersOff-the-Grid TravelersPhotographers