Kang Yatze 1

Also known as: Kang Yatze I

Height: 6,401 m
Country:
India flagIndia

Kang Yatze 1, standing at 6,401 meters, is a rewarding yet challenging peak located in the Indian Himalayas. It’s part of the Markha Valley region, which means the approach trek offers a unique combination of remote wilderness and cultural immersion as you pass through traditional Ladakhi villages. The climb itself is graded AD-D, requiring solid alpine skills—this is not a peak for beginners. The initial stages involve steady trekking and gradual altitude gain, but as you approach the summit, things get serious. The final push includes sections of steep snow slopes and exposed ridges, where a good head for heights and experience with crampons and ice axe are essential. One of the appealing aspects of Kang Yatze 1 is that it’s less crowded than other popular Himalayan peaks. You won’t find the same busy base camps or queues for the summit, making it ideal if you're looking for a solitary adventure. While it doesn’t have the fame of peaks like Stok Kangri, it’s a more technical and fulfilling climb for those who want to test their skills at a serious altitude. For those up to the challenge, Kang Yatze 1 offers a true Himalayan experience with a touch of wilderness and technical demands.

Prepare for an adventure climbing Kang Yatze 1. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • AD: Fairly hard (alpine grade 3)
  • D: Hard (alpine grade 4)

When to go

  • July and August

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Kang Yatze 1. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Kang Yatze 1. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
GuideInfoCost
Kahlur Adventuresview guides trip webpage from $1,600
White Magic Adventure Travelview guides trip webpage from $2,100
Happy Feet Mountaineers Pvt. Ltd. logoHappy Feet Mountaineers Pvt. Ltd.view guides trip webpage from $2,750
Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Kang Yatze 1. This interactive map provides a close-up look at key points like base camp and high-altitude camps along the way. For those planning their own expeditions, it offers a helpful overview of the mountain's terrain and surroundings.
What you can see from the summit of Kang Yatze 1. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

These climbs are similar in length, difficulty, and elevation. Offering a similar level of challenge as the Kang Yatze 1 climb.

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 PD
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 6,153 m
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 PD
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$538
 6,250 m