Shyok river is situated in Ladakh This river is mainly found in the cold. The Shyok River is a river flowing through the areas of Ladakh and the Northern areas of Pakistan. Shyok river originates from the Rimo glacier which is one of the tongues of Siachen Glacier and becomes very wide after that joins to the Pangong range which takes a northeast turn and flows parallel to its previous path.

A hidden gem in the Leh Ladakh tour, Shyok Valley is situated adjacent to the scenic Nubra Valley. Shyok Valley is a paradise for those who yearns to witness the greener side of Ladakh Valley. Away from the typical tourist destination, this valley is an ultimate destination to laze around while you are doing nothing, but enjoying the pristine beauty of nature! so you should must visit while planning to go on a Leh Ladakh tour.

Shyok Valley is very close to Nubra, is a valley of the Shyok river. The Khardung La pass, highest motorable road in the world, which is situated on the north of the town of Leh, the gateway to the Shyok Valley. Shyok river is also called as the river of death, probably because it is the most difficult route than others, not opted by many. This river is a tributary of the river Indus.