What are your recommendations for treks in Kashmir-Ladakh in August?

Hello, We’re planning a family trip (4 strong hikers, all adults) to Kashmir-Ladakh in August 2026! We’d like to explore and do some treks—challenging but without technical difficulty (we’re not mountaineers).

To start, do you have any tips or recommendations for 4- to 6-day treks in Himalayan landscapes? Which town or village should we start from? We’ll figure out how to get there later. Should we hire a local guide?

We’re just starting to organize, so we’re open to all your advice. Is it possible to spend a few days in a monastery?

Thanks so much for your replies! See you soon,

Laurent

Hello, Northern India is a dream destination for hikers craving vast open spaces. If you're new to this and have never done a high-altitude trek before, it’d be wise to take an altitude fitness test first. With your results in hand, you can then plan your route with more peace of mind. If you need a local ground operator, I can give you the contact details of friends in the area. Happy planning and safe travels! Gilles

Thanks Gilles, Thanks for your advice. We’ve already hiked in Peru, sometimes between 3,000 and 4,000 meters. In any case, we’ll take it slow to acclimatize, and we’re not looking to push ourselves—just enjoy trekking through those stunning Himalayan landscapes. If your friends there guide families and their rates are reasonable, I’d love their contact info. We’ve got plenty of time, it’s all good! Thanks and have a great evening, Laurent

Thanks Gilles, Thanks for your advice. We’ve already hiked in Peru, sometimes between 3,000 and 4,000m. Either way, we’ll take it slow to acclimatize, and we’re not looking to push ourselves—just enjoy the hikes in these stunning Himalayan landscapes. If your friends there guide families and their rates are reasonable, I’d love their contact info. We’ve got plenty of time, it’s all good! Thanks and have a great evening, Laurent

Hi Laurent, My friend Dorge’s agency is called Terre du Ladakh. It’s a great team of young French speakers who really listen to their clients, and their prices are fair. You can contact them on behalf of Sylvie and Gilles Rubat. Get in shape physically, and above all, have an unforgettable trip! Gilles

Thanks Gilles See you soon, no doubt