Skiu is a village adjacent to Marhka valley in Ladakh. Village Skiu on the banks of the Markha River. This village has only 9 houses. From here trek down to Skiu valley. Skiu valley has numerous streams flowing around and white fringed mountains at the backdrop.
Markha Valley Trek
8 Nights / 9 DaysLeh – Chilling – Skiu – Markha - Hankar – Nimaling – Shangsumdo – Leh - Pangong - DelhiPrice On Request
Ladakh Special Tour
29 Nights / 30 DaysDelhi – Leh – Khardungla Pass – Leh – Zinchen – Yurutse – Shingo – Skiu – Markha – Nimaling – Chokdo – Leh – Alchi – Leh – Kyamar – Tisaling – Ponganabu – Nuruchan – Gyamar – Barma – Gyamar – Korzok – Leh – DelhiPrice On Request
Ladakh Trekking With Rafting
17 Nights / 18 DaysDelhi – Leh – Zingchen – Yurutse – Skiu – Markha – Thachunche – Nimaling – Shang Sumdho – Leh – Basgo – Leh – DelhiPrice On RequestFAQs
Q: Where is Skiu located?Ans: Skiu is a small village in the Markha River Valley in Ladakh.
Q: Is there is any Airport / Railway Station near Skiu?Ans: Leh airport is nearest airport to Skiu, however there is no railway station nearby – nearest railway station is in Chandigarh which is approx. 780 Kms. However, Leh is well connected by direct flights from Delhi.
Q: How we can reach Skiu?Ans: You can reach Skiu during the trekking route with help of expert tour guide.
Q: What kind of accommodations are available at Skiu?Ans: It will be Homestay or mobile camp.
Q: Is Skiu is famous trekking route?Ans: Yes, It’s a famous trekking route and it’s also famous for Hemis National Park where you spot Snow Leopard.
Q: Best month to visit Skiu?Ans: Summers are best time to visit Skiu or Leh (Ladakh). In other seasons, the climate will be very cold, temperature will go till (-20) or plus – Mid of June to End of August is best time to visit Skiu.
Q: What’s are the things we need to carry during Skiu trek?Ans: First of all, you have to be FIT and healthy to do this trek – please find below the list of the things which you have to must carry during the trek.
- Sleeping Bag
- Rucksack/Backpack
- Rucksack cover (Waterproof)
- Trekking Shoe/Boot
- Heavy woollen Jacket
- Trek pants etc.
Q: It is safe to travel Skiu with Senior Citizens?Ans: We don’t recommend this trek for Senior Citizens as you are going on high attitude and you have to walk long with less oxygen and needs to carry your personal things.
Q: Do we allowed to Smoke or Drink during the Trek?Ans: We don’t recommend to consume alcohol and smoke during the trek as you are on high attitude with less oxygen. Consuming Alcohol and smoking it can head to AMS (Acute Mountaineering Sickness).
Q: What kind of food we will get during the trek?Ans: It will be pure vegetarian food with high protein – your trek guide will be your cook itself and prepare the food with available sources.
Q: What if we will sick during the trek?Ans: We suggest to go for trek only when you are FIT – Still tour guide will carry some basic medicine and first aid kit for any uncertain illness.