Padum is famous as a major trekking base and a popular tourist destination.

Kargil to Padum:

When all bridges are open the route is accessible from early June to late October. On the last day's walk from Phe to Padum you cross the river and pass by the Sani gompa, one of the most important in Zanskar.

Padum to Lamayuru:

The alternative route from Padum starts out on the opposite side of the Zanskar river and takes you to the Linghsot gompa before joining up with the first route at day 5.

Padum to Kishtwar:

You cannot use horses on this route but must take porters. On day 4 your Zanskari porters will not continue further and you must hire local porters or a pony.

The last few days are hard work with many ascents and descents but the road from Kishtwar, already extending to Galar, is gradually being lengthened.