Manali to Zanskar Valley via Shinkoo La & Padum | Phuktal Monastery Road Trip 2025

Welcome to one of the most thrilling Himalayan journeys! In this vlog, I take you through an adventurous overlanding trip from Manali to Zanskar Valley crossing the breathtaking Shinkoo La Pass (16,580 ft), exploring Padum, and trekking to the remote Phuktal Monastery – one of the most unique monasteries in the Himalayas.
🌍 Highlights of this road trip:
✅ Manali to Darcha to Shinkoo La Drive
✅ Crossing high–altitude mountain passes
✅ Exploring Padum – the heart of Zanskar Valley
✅ Trekking/Visiting Phuktal Monastery, built into a cliffside
✅ Overlanding & camping lifestyle in Ladakh–Himalayas
✅ Return via scenic Himalayan landscapes
📌 How to Reach

🚗 Route: Manali → Darcha → Shinkoo La → Padum → Phuktal → back to Manali
📅 Best Season: June july (As of now Aug 27 roads are damaged and closed due to heavy rain fall)
📌 Tips for Travelers
Carry warm layers (temps drop below 0°C at night)
Fuel up at Padum (fuel pumps are limited)
Keep buffer days for weather & landslides
Carry camping gear, power banks & medical kit
✨ This is one of the most offbeat Himalayan road trips in India – perfect for those who love raw adventures, overlanding, and hidden gems.
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