Tso Kar Lake

About Tso Kar Lake Ladakh

Tso Kar Lake is not as famous as the other lakes in Ladakh, Pangong & Tso Moriri. But, this is exactly why you should visit it, for that untouched feel, or having arrived at a place where no one has been before. The lake, located in close proximity to Leh-Manali Highway, offers great views, lovely opportunities for photography and a great place to just sit & revel in the surroundings.

Some facts about the Tso Kar Lake

The Tso Kar is also known as the “White Lake” because its shores are marked with white salt of the water deposits. Seen from a distance, it gives the impression of being an entirely “white lake.” It is located in the Rupshu Valley, about 250 kilometers from Leh, at an altitude of 1,580 feet in the Changthang region of Southeastern Ladakh. Tso Moriri is located about 50 kilometers from this lake.

Attractions at Tso Kar Lake

Appreciate the beauty that greets you, take as many photographs as you want and relax by the banks of the lake. For bird watchers, it’s a great opportunity to spot a variety of birds, as the lake is surrounded by marshlands which host different types of birds. Some of these are Brahmi Ducks, bar-headed geese and great crested grebe.

The most commonly spotted birds at the lake though, are the blacked necked cranes, which visit the lake to lay eggs. Mammals like Kianga, the largest of the wild asses, can also be spotted. The area surrounding the lake is also home to ibex, snow leopards and snow foxes.