Since Pensi La connects Suru Valley and Zanskar, it is named as the gateway to Zanskar. The pass stands in the Zanskar region at a high altitude. It can be discovered at a distance of around 150 kilometers from Kargil. You may experience a difficult journey, only because the condition of the road does not support you. So you must keep it in mind that after a whirl wind of a journey, awaits a region that offers a multitude of adventure.
It is interesting to understand that the easiest mode to reach Pensi La Pass is from Kargil.
You can also opt to journey from the Manali. However, you must first cross Shinku La pass to reach Padum and then later set forth towards Pensi La. For the road between Sankoo and Kargil, the first 40 kilometers of the journey is a comfortable one. But the remaining 110 kilometers however can be a tough ride.
When you are at the top of Pensi La, you will heave a sigh and acknowledge the view of DrangDrung glacier. If you are fond of lakes, then the extra benefit of being on the top of Pensi La is the presence twin lakes of Ta Tso and the Lang Tso.
