Mentok Kangri Traveller Reviews

Having enjoyed KE's Tso Moriri and Lungser Kangri trek some years ago, five of us decided to return to this remote and lovely wilderness for the same trek but new climb of Mentok Kangri. Tragically for me, my holiday was cut short on day 5, just as we were about to start the trek. A stray dog nipped my leg and although the wound was insignificant, the risks of rabies, tetanus and other infections were not. I am deeply disappointed to miss what I know to be a wonderful trekking experience in a truly wild corner of the world. Five years ago we saw wolves and Tibetan "kyang" (wild asses), but barely another human for two weeks.

This was to be my tenth trip with KE Adventure Travel, who I have always considered the best when it comes to trekking holidays. On this occasion, their trek leader was quick to administer first aid and seek advice. After taking me to hospital, he sought options to enable me to continue the trip but it became clear that the course of treatments would make this impossible. He returned to the group, leaving me in the capable hands of KE's ground agent, RIMO Expeditions in Leh, who were tremendously helpful and got me back to Delhi the next day. From this point on I was in the hands of my insurance company, who were in charge of my medical assistance and getting me home. Nonetheless KE in Cumbria and RIMO in Delhi were in daily contact which was very reassuring and supportive. I cannot thank them enough for the great service - and will definitely travel with KE again.