The document describes a hiking trip led by a guide named Bala to Leh in India. While the group failed to reach the summit of Patalsu Peak due to its distance, taking 4-5 hours to reach at their speed, the scenery of endless meadows and grassy slopes was described as one of the best terrains walked. The guide Bala teaches skiing on the slopes in winter and has reached the summit of peaks in the Himalayas for multi-week trips.

12. The long road to Leh

28. Bala, our guide. He teaches skiing on these slopes in the winter!

30. First views of Patalsu Peak - a few metres below the tree line

31. The elusive peak - looks close - but atleast 4-5 hours away (at our speed), says our guide.

40. Failed to reach the summit. Shall be back again, next year

42. Majestic!

43. This man here - has once stood atop that peak behind him. He is a guide
not just for small trekkers like us - but even for multi-week himalayan

44. One of the best terrains I've ever walked on. Endless meadows and grassy slopes