The Chadar trek involves trekkers traversing the frozen Zanskar River, experiencing the thrill of walking on a solid ice sheet, transforming the river into a surreal frozen wonderland.

Trekkers face extreme winter temperatures, with the mercury often plummeting well below freezing, reaching as low as -30°C (-22°F) during the night. This challenging environment adds an element of resilience to the trek.

Porters shift and slide heavy loads in the Chadar trek in this photograph. Shot on a Nikon D750 with a 20mm lens. Natural light and processed in Adobe Lightroom.