Ladakh snow leopard trek is active on the peak season of winter, hence the trekker should at least take a day or two to take full rest to get adapt to the chilly weather. Not only will you aim at looking for the snow leopard, before getting started to your actual trekking you will get to visit the local market, monasteries to know more about the culture and livelihood of the local people. On the day 5 you will proceed whole day to trace snow leopard and its wildlife prey. You will do camping for your entire trekking except for the day 13 where you will spend your night at homestay at Rumbak village. ... See More+
Arrival at the domestic airport at Leh 11,500 ft
above the sea level, capital of Ladakh. The dramatic views of this high
altitude desert is punctuated by sharp snowy peaks. Reach your hotel where you’ll receive welcome tea. Take a rest till noon.
After lunch, join our local crew and the Snow Leopard Conservancy staff for a
briefing, then you’ll have free time to explore Leh on your own. It is
important to rest on the first few days at high altitude. Welcome dinner with
the Conservancy staff. Spend your night at the hotel.
Take a guided walking tour of Leh town,
including a visit to Leh Palace, Known as “Lachen Palkhar” which was built at
the beginning of 17th century AD, Victory Peak, and the old quarter.
Visit the gift shop and headquarters of LEDeG, a conservation organization
working to preserve the environment and Ladakhi’s traditional ways of life. Night stay at the
hotel
After a hearty pre-trek breakfast, drive to
Zingchen via Spituk Bridge and start
walking towards Rumbak . Continuing up the gorge, you’ll have a dramatic entry
to the Snow Leopard’s high altitude home
at the Hemis National Park. Enroute watch amidst the cliffs and at the base of
rocks where they mark their turf for signs of snow leopard, and other wildlife.
Tonight you’ll be staying in a tent, at
a wildlife study camp. Your trekking
time is approximately 3-4 hrs. With Elevation: 12,400’
The wholesome journey of your adventure starts
here with full days of tracking Snow Leopard and its wildlife prey. Hemis
National Park is home to blue sheep, argali (a large horned sheep), numerous
mountain and migratory birds, as well as an occasional Tibetan wolf. You are
likely to see signs of Snow Leopard as winter is the time that they descend to
lower elevations. If lucky, you’ll
actually see one perched high in the rocks or balanced on a near vertical
ridge. Return to camp for some hot servings and warming tea and share tales of
the day. Overnight is in Camp.
Proceed for a full day of tracking Snow Leopard and its wildlife prey. Hemis National Park is home to blue sheep, argali (a large horned sheep), numerous mountain and migratory birds, as well as an occasional Tibetan wolf. You are likely to see signs of Snow Leopard as winter is the time that they descend to lower elevations. If lucky, you’ll actually see one perched high in the rocks or balanced on a near vertical ridge. Return to camp for some hot servings and warming tea and share tales of the day. Overnight is in Camp
Proceed for a full day of tracking Snow Leopard and its wildlife prey. Hemis National Park is home to blue sheep, argali (a large horned sheep), numerous mountain and migratory birds, as well as an occasional Tibetan wolf. You are likely to see signs of Snow Leopard as winter is the time that they descend to lower elevations. If lucky, you’ll actually see one perched high in the rocks or balanced on a near vertical ridge. Return to camp for some hot servings and warming tea and share tales of the day. Overnight is in Camp
Today is the final day of your trekking, say
goodbye to your hosts and hike down-valley past familiar Snow Leopard haunts
and piles of carved Tibetan prayer stones to the road head at Zingchen; 2-3
hrs. Drive to Leh, and check into a hotel for your first real bed after a week!
Overnight at the
hotel.
Early morning transfer to Leh airport and fly to Delhi.
Stay on Twin Sharing basis with all meals in A class hotel.
All meals on trek
All Transportation by Innova,Scorpio & Tempo Traveller
Guide services throughout the tour in Ladakh
National Park entrance fees
Snow Leopard Foundation Fee
Ponies for luggage
Camping equipment( Member ,kitchen ,toilet and dining tents, mattress, kitchen equipment, cook, helpers)
Spotting Scope and walkie talkie during the trek.
Flight tickets from Delhi-Leh-Delhi
Sleeping Bags, trekking shoes and clothing.
Any Kind of Personal Expenses, Personal binocular or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices Included”.
Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
10% cancellation charges if the trekking is cancelled within 30 days before the tour.
20% cancellation charges if the tour and trek is cancelled within one week before the tour.
No refund if the trek or tour is cancelled after starting or in the middle of the trek or tour.
Cultural Program Rs. 11,000 per program.
Sleeping Bags Rs 250 Per Day
1 Liter Package Water Bottle: INR 30 per Bottle.
Oxygen Cylinders Rs 500-700 per day in Leh.
Dear Overland Escape, My family just returned back from Leh and we all agreed that we left part of our heart there - and one of the biggest reasons why was our experience with the team at Overland Escape. From the moment we arrived everything was smooth and the orientation and meetings at the hotel were very helpful. We were expertly driven to see the sights with Doulje and we quickly became comfortable with him and his very easy going spirit (which was perfect with two kids). He adapted very well to our personality and we shared good laughs. We had quite the adventure with Lobzang, Tulag and Tanzing. The rains interrupted our itinerary, but we always felt comfortable and safe with the decision making ability of the team. When we decided to make the best of it by camping in Zeng Chen they made sure they could make it as special as possible. Dinner that evening was amazing! A very special thank you to Lobzang who really looked after our 8-year old son Alex. Alex especially felt a connection with him and Lobzang was very patient and friendly. I know that creating a special experience for others is not about luck - it's about working hard to build a team of good people and having pride in what you do and where you live. The magic is about making it seem easy even though I know it's not and the team worked really hard. My family will remember this very special experience and we can't wait to come back again.
Our trip was even more memorable and enjoyable because of the facilities that Overland Escape provided us.Mr. Tunduk Namgyal, who drove us in and around Ladakh , was very well versed with the roads, had an excellent idea about the climate and all the information & history about the places we visited. Overland provided us excellent hotel arrangements and made sure our trip was one of the best ever....
It's been a week since we've returned to the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong and we haven't stopped raving and reminiscing about the fabulous time we had trekking from Raru to Shang Sumdo. We just wanted you to know that we have really enjoyed having Namgyal as our guide. His enthusiasm to share his knowledge of the wildlife and the local culture has enriched the experience of our trek tenfold. Just when the walking sometimes gets too tedious, he would point out a herd of blue sheep, a pug mark left by a snow leopard or a few wild asses on a ridge; wild life we would have missed have we been trudging on our own. He knows when to slow down and quicken the pace when there is need. We have felt really safe and well looked after by your staff the whole time. There was one particular river crossing that we were quite worried as we have read that the river can be uncrossable in July. Fortunately with all the prayers and offerings that Namgyal has made to Buddha along the trek, it must have paid off as the river did not swell to an unmanageable level. Namgyal, together with Tulag and Nawang helped us across the river safely.
We've also enjoyed the variety of food Tulag prepared for us every meal and the effort your staff had made to make the dining tent a cosy place to eat (candles and napkins! wow!) His kitchen tent is so organized and as we are used to preparing our own simple food when camping, it is a really pleasant change not to worry about that aspect this time round. He has definitely impressed us with his apple pie, pizza and cake-baking skill. Since our return, I have tried to replicate one of his egg curry recipe but somehow haven't got it quite right yet.
Overall, we have really been very impressed by your attentive and hardworking staff and your recommendation of the trek route couldn't have been better. The remoteness of the trek route is a big plus for us. Thank you for a fabulous trekking experience.
Overland Escape helped us discover the amazing Nubra Valley, then guided us through the spectacular Markha Valley trek and also arranged for a successful summit bid on Kang Yatze 2 (6200m). An amazing trek! Overland were professional and friendly. Our guide (Namgyal) and support team were fantastic and we would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to experience the wonders of Ladakh. We would love to return and will certainly be in touch with Overland Escape to plan our next adventure....
Thank you very much for your all Support & Service.Hotel, Bike & tents all the services are up to the Mark. We must say the correct and prompt support from Your Side was appreciable. Guest is Satisfied and Happy with All Services.
Thanks Again for Making Tour Memorabe!
That’s about all Ladhkhi I could learn in one week from Tundup.
Recently my wife and me had the pleasure of visiting Leh and some of the popular surrounding areas like Ule / Lamayuru, Nubra Valley and Pangong lake.
Our visit was from July 3 to 10, 2016 and was indeed a very nice trip. This was made possible because of the 2 persons who attended and took care of us.
One was Mr Tsetan, who took care of our welfare and gave us the necessary guidance, advise which is much needed in a new place. The second person was our driver, Tundup, who drives the Innova
with regn no. JK ------2962. Tundup was always very prompt, well behaved , courteous and acted as the perfect guide. Through you, I would like to thank both of them for making our visit to Leh memorable indeed.
Unfortunately, circumstances did not allow me to meet you while we were in Leh. However, on a personal note, I would like to thank you and your team for taking good care of us. May , by the grace of Lord Buddha, your company grows to greater heights.
Please take care of Tsetan and Tundup. They are both very good boys.
Please do call me if and whenever you are in New Delhi. It will be a pleasure to meet you.
Thanking you very much.
JULLEY
