About Stat Tso and Lang Tso Lakes
Stat Tso and Lang Tso are twin high-altitude alpine lakes located near Pensi La Pass close to Rangdum village in Suru Valley, Kargil district, Ladakh. Situated at around 4,400 metres elevation on the Kargil-Padum road, the two small lakes are separated by a short distance and are known for their clear blue and green waters set against stark Himalayan mountains and the Drang-Drung Glacier massif.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect two small, pristine alpine lakes situated side-by-side along the Kargil-Padum highway near Pensi La. The setting is a barren, high-altitude mountain landscape with snow-capped peaks, open meadows and views of the Drang-Drung Glacier. There are no built structures at the lakes; visitors view the lakes from the roadside and surrounding slopes, with opportunities for photography and short walks around the lake margins.
Key highlights
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Twin alpine lakes with contrasting blue and green hues
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Location at Pensi La Pass at approximately 4,400 metres altitude
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Panoramic views of Suru Valley and the greater Himalayan range
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Proximity to Drang-Drung Glacier, visible from the pass area
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Pristine high-altitude landscape ideal for photography and sightseeing
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport and Srinagar International Airport, followed by road journey to Kargil and Rangdum |
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| By road | Located on Kargil-Padum Road (NH 301) at Pensi La, about 15-20 km from Rangdum and about 80 km from Kargil; accessible by private car, taxi or bike via Suru Valley when the road is open in summer |
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