Often called “Little Tibet”, this area
is one of the most fascinating
landscapes in the region. The nickname
is earned by its people, culture,
religion, and architecture which closely
resemble ancient Tibetan civilization.
It is said that Ladakh used to be part
of western Tibet centuries ago. The
Ladakh is are very friendly people and
like to welcome you into their homes. A
majority of the inhabitants in the
region practice Mahayana Buddhism,
though Hindus and Muslims also inhabit
this sparsely populated highland desert.
These barren sweeps host magnificent age
old monasteries on the hill tops and
mountains. The exteriors of these
ancient holy places are decorated with
Chhortens, mani walls, shrines
containing sacred relics, precious
stones and prayer flags. The interior
are filled with beautiful murals and
artful statues.
Join us and explore the splendors of
Ladakh. Though most of the landscape is
stark and treeless, it is dominated by
the beauty of snow-capped mountains,
lakes, and fast flowing glacier fed
rivers. In spring and early summer the
glacier valleys are blanketed in
thousands of different species of alpine
flowers including the Blue Poppy. Hardy
species make their homes here including
prairie dogs, ibex and blue sheep.
Ladakh and Zanskar receive heavy
snowfall for seven months when it is
extremely cold. Imagine the hardships
that people face here in this world of
little arable land and limited growing
season, no forest resources and precious
little irrigation. Despite the hardship
the people here are friendly and easy
going. A journey into Ladakh is not just
a trek. It is a learning experience of a
lifetime, exploring how man and nature
coexist in this harsh part of the world.
Trekking in Ladakh & Zanskar area
requires quite a few river crossings.
The rivers here get higher in the
afternoon and evenings from snow melt.
Therefore, one must cross rivers in the
early morning, and be brave enough to
endure the cold. So, bring along
waterproof plastic or nylon shoes that
come up to knee level and can be worn in
the water.
The best season to visit : Short visits
and treks can be under-taken from May
on. Long adventure treks involving high
passes, such as the Singo-la are best
done from July through October.
Ladakh can be reached by daily flights
from Delhi and Chandighar. It is also
well connected with road via Jammu &
Kashmir. Currently we do not lead trips
through Srinagar and Jammu because of
dangerous political conflicts. Our treks
begin and end in Leh or Manali or vise
versa. Our adventure tour programs in
Ladakh, Zanskar and Spiti Areas range
from 7 to 30 days.
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