Covid-19
As Covid-19 pandemic hits tourism across the world, tourism activities in Ladakh are also closed. The tourist movement in Ladakh will remain closed till June 8, 2020.
Based on the conditions and decisions made by the government, local authorities, hoteliers, travel agents, and taxi operators, restrictions on tourism may extend further.
Update on February 26, 2024: There is no restriction for tourists visiting Ladakh. All places are open for tourists.
You may contact us to know the latest condition and future possibilities of tourism.
Health
Tourists suffering from breathing or heart-related problems should consult their doctor before visiting Ladakh. Otherwise, if you let your body acclimatize properly, Ladakh is safe for all. Avoid smoking/drinking here.
Still, if anybody is on medication, he/she should first consult the doctor first. We strongly request our guests to get themselves medically examined before visiting Ladakh. Also, they should eat healthy and drink enough water and take all precautions to keep their body fit.
Payment
No, we do not charge any extra fees or fuel surcharges. The listed price is the price you pay. Including tax.
Our package costs have no hidden charges.
We clearly share with our clients that what services are included in the package and what services are not included.
However, your personal expenses like shopping/tip etc. are not included in the package cost.
We understand that you may not have a printer handy when you’re traveling so it is not necessary to have a printed copy. You need not to show booking voucher at the hotels and camps as we shall assist you in the booking. You will have your booking in your name at all the places.
However, if the voucher is required at any location, we shall let you know or simply you can show the message received on your cellphone. Most of the time, in case of requirement of the booking voucher, our driver carries a copy who himself helps you in check-in process.
Our drivers are local. They personal experience is way more than worthy of the itinerary. If you want, you can carry a print-out of the finalized itinerary. Otherwise, you need not.
Please contact us to get the latest information on your desired trip.
You can fill the booking form to get the free quote.
Preparation
Wear good woollens, sports/trekking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection cream, lip balm, a cap for protection from sun, warm socks. Additionally, you may bring a muffler, gloves, a warm cap, windcheater.
Please note that weather in Ladakh is unpredictable. The temperature here can drop suddenly anytime. You can be comfortable with sunshine in the daytime but temperature can be too cold in night time, especially at Pangong and Tso Moriri.
Even the day temperature at Pangong, Tso Moriri, Chang-la, Khardung-la, Sarchu, Taglang-la and other mountain passes will be too low.
Besides warm clothes, bring sunscreen lotion, lip balm and sunglasses. Also bring photo ID cards (Voter ID, passport, driving license or Aadhar) for inner line/restricted area permit.
Don’t forget to bring your regular medicines and good shoes. You may bring power bank to charge your phone/camera on the go.
If coming between October and April, wear gloves, warm socks and gloves.
Please note that only post-paid mobile connections work in Ladakh. You can buy a temporary post-paid connection if doesn’t have one. Otherwise, most tourists come without any working phone.
Reservation
We know that tourists do not cancel their trips willingly. They do so out of compulsion. As confirmation of a booking takes a lot of efforts of the staff and also hotels charges cancellation fees for termination of the booking, check out our cancellation and refund policy:
Yes, reservations are required for guaranteed spots on all the tours. Unlike other tourist destinations, the conditions are different in Ladakh.
The advance reservation encourages us to book hotels/camps/taxis/inner line permits and other services for you in advance.
On spot booking in the desired property becomes difficult for us due to many technical reasons like limited connectivity, tourist rush, high demand of the same hotel, etc.
If we are convinced, we can confirm your booking by accepting a nominal token amount.
However, we always prefer taking the majority of amount after our guests arrive in Ladakh and after they are assured about their booking confirmation.
Weather
As we always say weather in Ladakh is unpredictable. Your sightseeing tours will continue in all weather conditions as staying at hotel for a day means you have one less day to cover remaining places.
Still, if we feel that travelling is unsafe due to extreme weather conditions like heavy snowfall, icy conditions, landslides or flash floods, we may have to cancel/postpone the travel (whichever is the best option).
Sometime snowfall and landslide block the road mostly near Khardungla pass and Changla pass. In that condition, we are helpless as nobody is beyond nature.
If your travel is safe during bad weather, it’s ok to go for an adventure.
The cold deserts of Ladakh witness extreme cold in winter months (November to March), moderate cold in October and April and pleasant weather from May to September.
To know more about the weather condition in Ladakh which can help you plan your Ladakh Trip, click on the link below: