Snow Leopard Expedition

Destinations: Leh, Rumbak, Uley, Hemis Shukpachan
Duration: 11 Nights and 12 Days
Tour Code: 1347

Description:
The land of Ladakh is known for its rich culture, history, and amazing cuisine. The wildlife here is also stunning, and the jewel in this crown is the rare and elusive Snow Leopard. One of the most mysterious animals of the world, this cat is a holy grail for wildlifers and photographers. This tour not only gives you the best possible views of the Snow Leopard, as well as the other birds and animals that share its rugged mountain home but also gives you the opportunity to learn more about the culture and history of Ladakh.

Day 1: Leh

Accommodation: Mahey Retreat or similar
Arrive in Leh. You will be met and transferred to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day acclimatizing to the environment.
Overnight stay.

Day 2: Leh

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mahey Retreat
Today, you will have another day to rest and acclimatize, as well as possibly doing a little light sightseeing in Leh.
Overnight stay.

Day 3: Leh To Rumbak

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This is where the main part of your adventure starts. Zingchan is the entry point to the Rumbak Valley, the home of the Snow Leopard. The bleak landscape may look incapable of supporting life but look closer and you will be proven wrong. Even here, there are animals and birds uniquely evolved to handle life in a region like this, not to mention many people whose cultures and traditions have been shaped in some way or the other by the harshness of this land.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Snow Leopard, Asiatic Ibex, Blue Sheep, Red Fox, Golden Eagle, Bearded Vulture, Robin Accentor

Day 04-06: Rumbak

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Continue on your quest for the mysterious Snow Leopard. Follow in this predator’s footsteps as you explore the area on foot with your amazing guide. But part of attaining a goal is the journey you take to get there. Don’t miss out on the enthralling insights into local folklore, learning about customs and traditions. In addition, there’s always some amazing birdwatching to be done.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Snow Leopard, Asiatic Ibex, Blue Sheep, Red Fox, Tibetan Wolf, Red-billed Chough, Himalayan Snowcock, Tibetan Partridge.

Day 07: Rumbak To Uley

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: In the hotel
Today we will travel from Rumbak to Uley. The landscape around Uley looks bleak and devoid of life at first glance. But this is so far from the truth! Birds, mammals, and more are plenty in this place, many of them found nowhere else in India. If time permits, we will do some light exploration of the landscape in and around Uley looking for birds, mammals, and more.
Overnight stay.

Day 08: Uley

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: In the hotel
Today, we have the full day to explore all that Uley has to offer. Not only is Uley home to the elusive Snow Leopard, but also a variety of other mammals including Blue Sheep, Urial, Tibetan Wolf, and more, as well as a plethora of bird species such as Bearded Vulture, Chukar Partridge, Snow Pigeon, Brown and Rock Accentors, Red-fronted Serin, and more.
Overnight stay.

Day 09: Uley To Hemis Shukpachan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: In the hotel
Today we bid farewell to Uley and head to the village of Hemis Shukpachan. This little village is a delight for photographers. Not only is it home to wildlife like Snow Leopard, Urial, Marmot, Blue Sheep and a variety of birds, but it is also a great place to dive deep into local Ladakhi culture and experience it in a wholesome manner.
Overnight stay.

Highlights

One of the very few tours to offer a realistic chance of seeing Snow Leopard.
The ancient kingdom of Ladakh, Buddhist monasteries and mud palaces.
Unique flora and fauna or the Trans-Himalayan region.
Spectacular trans-Himalayan flights to and from Leh.
Enjoy traditional Ladakhi culture and hospitality.
Once in a lifetime experience
30+ species of mammals
300+ species of birds.
Unique experiences and landscapes
Open to customisation
Ideal for solo travellers wanting to join a group, families, small groups.
Great for mammal watchers, birders and photographers
Asian Adventures is the pioneer in Snow Leopard Tours in India, which we have been doing for 18+ years with 100% success rates.
Travelling with Asian Adventures means you are in safe hands.

Services Included

Accommodation for 03 nights in Leh
Accommodation for 04 nights in Rumbak
Accommodation for 02 nights in Uley
Accommodation for 02 nights in Hemisshukpachan
Meals as per the itinerary
Asian Adventures guide from Day 03-Day 12
Dedicated transport for the entire trip
Meals as per the itinerary
All Taxes

Services Not Included

Optional tours/excursions, personal and incidental expenses, tips, laundry, phone calls, alcohol, camera fee etc.
International & Domestic air fare, visa, insurance.
Anything not mentioned in service inclusions.

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