My husband and I took a 20 day tour with Djule Adventures this summer. Then my husband took a 7 day trek on Markha Valley. All arrangements were made with Chotak Stanzin. He is an excellent organizer, flexible, very accommodating to all our needs, changes in schedule, and recommendations to the itinerary. He is also very kind and generous with his time covering various details not originally stipulated in our agreement. We felt we had a friend in Leh rather than just a tour organizer. He is extremely knowledgeable, warm and reliable. Our touring included visiting Zanskar, trek to Phuktal Monastery, the Nubra Valley, then Pangong, Tso Morriri and Tso Khar. Our guide was Paksang and driver was NoChung. Paksang is extremely knowledgeable in the culture, history,and area traditions as well as Buddhist temples and monasteries. He also took us to places off the beaten path and unknown to other groups. NoChung is an excellent driver, very polite and extremely nice. We felt very safe with him on difficult roads and tough conditions. A wonderful man always ready to help in any situation. My husband’s trek guide was Stanzin (not the same as Chotak). He was a very good guide. He helped with setting up the list of foods based on my husband’s request. He was very helpful throughout the trek, careful with details, loyal and with a big heart especially as my husband became sick on the second half. An exemplary man, very trustworthy, reliable, courageous, and he did everything in his power to ensure the trek was as nice as possible. The trek staff included a cook, a helper, and the horse driver/owner. All were very nice and helpful.
Chotak, Paksang, NoChung, and Stanzin are all originally from Zanskar, and are wonderful messengers of the hospitality and qualities of the people of Zanskar. It was a privilege to have them with us during our trip and we wish them the very best! Thanks much Chotak, Paksang, NoChung, Stanzin and the staff at Djule Adventures!
