Is Leh Ladakh open to tourists now — this is one of the most sought questions on the internet as lakhs of tourists who had planned their visit to Ladakh in 2020, 2021 and 2022 were caught up in uncertainty and doubts due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Now that 2023 tourist season has started, tourists are still in dilemma about whether they should visit Ladakh or not. Let’s clear your doubts.
Ladakh Status as on April 05, 2024: Ladakh is open for tourists
Attention travellers, No Covid-19 vaccination certificate or any formality required to visit Ladakh as entire population of the country is fully vaccinated.
Updated on April 05, 2024: Ladakh is safe and open for tourists. However, tourists visiting Ladakh in April should first confirm about the weather conditions, especially temperature as its still cold at some places like Pangong, Tso Moriri and Hanle. Also, there will be internet network outage in Ladakh for 2-3 days from April 6 as local police and administration is taking some precautionary measures to tackle some expected untoward incidents which have nothing to do with tourism. So, tourists can visit Ladakh without hesitation. Its completely safe.
Updated on February 26, 2024: With no restriction in place, Ladakh is open for all the tourists. However, frequent spells of snowfall are temporarily blocking roads to Nubra (at Khardungla pass) and Pangong lake (at Changla pass). However, four-wheel-drive vehicles and large vehicles with snow chains are being allowed only after confirming the public safety. Hotels/camps at Tsomoriri and Hanle are closed. Tourists can still visit most of the places with warm clothing.
Updated on December 23, 2023: Ladakh is open for all the tourists without any formality. While Leh, Nubra, Pangong etc. are open for tourists, the higher places in Ladakh, which are experiencing snowfall and reeling under extreme winter conditions, are not reachable.
Updated on November 01, 2023: Ladakh is open for tourists but nearly 98% hotels of Ladakh including Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Tsomoriri/Korzok, Hanle, Sham etc. have shut down due to extreme cold weather. The hotels generally remain closed in winter season in Ladakh and reopen in April/May. However, a few hotels remain open even in winter season. Tourists, who can tolerate dry cold of Ladakh, can visit the major tourist places here. But, sometimes, the roads Pangong and Nubra may remain temporarily blocked following heavy snowfall at Changla and Khardungla pass.
Updated on June 01, 2023: Leh Ladakh is open for all the tourists. All the roads/places inside Ladakh are open. However, Leh-Srinagar and Leh-Manali highways are partially opened due to heavy winter snowfall at Zojila pass and Baralacha pass respectively which forced authorities to open road with some restrictions of time and direction. The roads are expected to open completely after June 10. The season has a slow start but good number of tourists are visiting Ladakh.
Updated on April 14, 2023: Ladakh Buddhist Association and All Ladakh Gompa Society have called a complete bandh and chakka jam in entire Ladakh (both Leh and Kargil districts) on Monday, April 17, in protest to the rumours being spread about His Holiness The Dalai Lama, an official of LBA told the local media in Leh. As taxi union is supporting the bandh, all the taxis will shut their services for the entire day in Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Kargil and other places here. Tourists should plan their tours/itineraries accordingly.
Updated on April 8, 2023: Ladakh is open for tourists. All the places are open for tourists, however, it’s too cool to stay at Tsomoriri, Hanle and other higher areas. There is no need of any kind of Covid test to enter Ladakh. A large number of hotels are now open at Leh and Nubra valley while cottages and camps at Pangong are also opening as both day and night temperatures are rising.
Updated on February 17, 2023: The entire Ladakh is open for tourists. Tourists can reach Leh by flight and explore the tourist places by road in an SUV. However, the temperature in Ladakh is too low now. Leh is reeling under extreme cold with the temperature dipping to minus 16 degrees C and mercury plummeting to minus 30 degrees C in Kargil, minus 12 degrees C at Nubra, and minus 22 degrees at Nyoma. The minimum temperature at Pangong lake, Tso Moriri lake and Tsokar is expected to remain below minus 30 degrees C,
Updated on January 22, 2023: Leh Ladakh is open for tourists. But remember, it’s too cold here. The temperature is ranging from minus 10 to minus 30 degrees Celsius. Not just cold, the dry air and altitude will test your body and mental vigour. So, very few tourists visit Ladakh these days only to experience the winter season and local culture. Heavy snowfall can block the roads to Nubra and Khardungala pass and to Pangong lake at Changla pass for few hours to a few days. Come but be mentally prepared. Read this to know the best time to visit Ladakh.
Updated on October 03, 2022: Ladakh is open for all the tourists without requirement of any special permission. The visitors, who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19, need not to bring the RT-PCR report. Please remember that higher peaks are getting light snow and temperature at some places including Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri has dipped suddenly. The Manali-Leh highway is also shutting temporarily for vehicles following short spells of snowfall. However, you will get a large number of direct flights to Leh on daily basis without any problem. Arrange your trip and itinerary accordingly.
Updated on August 02, 2022: Tourists, who have been administered at least two doses of Covid-19 vaccine, can visit Ladakh without any formality or condition. Those who are not vaccinated need to bring a negative RT-PCR test report not older than 72 hours. The administration has made it mandatory to wear face mask at public places.
Updated on July 25, 2022: Don’t believe the rumours. All places in Ladakh are open for tourists. All the hotels, guesthouses, homestays and camps are welcoming tourists.
Updated on July 07, 2022: There are rumours that Demchok village, which is close to LAC, has been opened for tourists. Demchok is still a restricted area and can be opened for tourists in the future as better roads are being constructed by the BRO.
Updated on May 13, 2022: Ladakh government has made it mandatory for all the tourists reaching Leh to undergo 48 hours acclimatisation at Leh before going to higher places like Pangong, Khardungla pass, Nubra, Changla and Tso Moriri. While it is advised by the experts to take a complete rest on first day of arrival, tourists can visit the nearby places around Leh (including Sham valley) during acclimatisation period. The decision was taken after a large number of tourists visiting hospitals with complain of altitude sickness. A few casualties were also reported. Tourists are requested not to take it lightly and follow the rules to make their Ladakh trip safe and memorable. And there is no need to panic if you follow the acclimatisation protocol.
Updated on May 4, 2022: All the places of Ladakh, including Leh-Manali and Leh-Srinagar highways, are open. Tsomoriri, Pangong, Hanle, Siachen Base Camp, Nubra valley including Turtuk, Hunder to Pangong road via Shyok, Pangong to Tsomoriri road via Chushul and Tsaga la are also open. Peak tourist season in Ladakh has begun with most hotels remaining fully occupied.
Updated on April 12, 2022: Now all places in Ladakh are open for tourists without any restriction. The Srinagar-Leh highway is open but the Manali-Leh highway is still closed for vehicles. Other places like Pangong lake, Nubra valley including Turtuk, Siachen base camp, Panamik, Sumur, Khardungla pass, and Tsomoriri lake, Sham Valley, Kargil, Drass and monasteries are open for tourists.
Updated on March 23, 2022: Leh-Srinagar highway will open for civilians (tourists and locals) on Friday (25th March). Leh-Manali highway is expected to open on March 26 and can be opened to civilian movement in first week of April.
Updated on March 19, 2022: The Srinagar-Leh highway opened today after a trial run on a vehicle crossing Zojila pass remained successful. The highway will open for tourists (civilian movement) in a few days after ensuring public safety. The area between Sonmarg and Drass has deep snow on both sides of the highway.
Updated on March 1, 2022: Tourists visiting Ladakh by air or road need to bring a negative RT-PCR test report not older than 72 hours. However, the report is not necessary if the person is fully vaccinated (double dose) against Covid-19. Still, in any case, the authorities can test the tourists for Covid-19 (rapid antigen or RT-PCR) upon arrival at Leh. The symptomatic people and those with recent contact history will have to undergo a mandatory coronavirus test and will be isolated. If anybody is found positive for Covid-19, the tourist will be quarantined/isolated and kept at a designated hotel at his/her own expense until he/she is tested negative. Also, all hotels will have to maintain a record of all the tourists, including their travel history, symptomatic tourists etc and will have to submit the daily report to the district surveillance officer. Hotels will have to ensure that tourists wear face masks, maintain adequate physical distance, and are given clean environment along with the availability of hand sanitizers and hand wash facility.
Updated on January 20, 2022: Tourists entering Ladakh will have to bring a negative RT-PCR test report not older than 72 hours even if fully vaccinated.
Updated on January 03, 2022: Leh administration has suspended Chadar Trek, Snow Leopard tours and other winter tourist activities in Ladakh this season. The ban is imposed to control the spread of Covid-19 in Ladakh after a case of Omicron was detected.
Updated on September 24, 2021: The Pangong – Chushul – Tsomoriri lake road via Man – Merak – Tsaga la – Rezang la – Nyoma has been opened for Indian tourists from Friday onwards. This road, which runs along Pangong lake for 40 KM before turning towards Chushul, was closed for tourists for over one year due to security reasons (following India-China clash). The Indian Army recommended that there is no tention at border and that the area can be opened to domestic tourists. The Ladakh government finally threw open the road. No need of Inner Line Permit (ILP) to use this route. Now tourists can go to Tso Moriri (Korzok) or Hanle directly from Pangong Lake without need to return back to Leh.
Updated on September 01, 2021: The requirement of negative RT-PCR test report to enter Ladakh has been finished for those who have taken both the vaccination against Covid-19. However, the second vaccination should be taken at least 15 days before arrival in Leh to be eligible to get exemption from the RT-PCR report. So, the RT-PCR test report is now required only for those who have taken only one dose or have not taken any dose so far. Tourists will have to bring the vaccination certificate to verify the fact.
Updated on August 25, 2021: All the places and roads in Ladakh are normally open for tourists. However, the Pangong-Chushul-Rezang la-Hanle/Tso Moriri route, which is closed since last year, is still closed for tourists. This route is expected to open next year. The Nubra to Pangong Lake road via Agham, Shyok is also open.
Updated on August 5, 2021: All the tourist places in Ladakh are open for tourists. The Pangong-Man-Merak-Chuchul-Rezang la route, which is used rarely by tourists, is closed for tourists due to security reasons. All other roads are open. A negative RT-PCR test report is still mandatory for all the travellers to be able to enter Ladakh. Tourism is in full swing in Leh-Ladakh with most hotels remaining fully occupied. Tourists are having problems finding rooms in hotels of their choice.
The main problem is with getting a single room/tent at Pangong lake where limited accommodation and high demand have led to chaos. Tourists, who are not coming with advanced bookings, are having trouble with both hotel and taxi booking. Limited taxi service has also created problems as tourists are struggling to get taxi for sightseeing and airport pick up and drop. Even motorbikes are not available easily on rent. Tourists who booked hotels from online portals are having difficulty in getting taxi service. Hoteliers and travel agents are advising tourists to book the complete tour packages in advance to avoid booking-related problems. A similar condition is expected till mid-September. While landslide and flood scare is preventing tourists from visiting other hill stations, they are heading to Ladakh which witnesses comparatively less or no rain and is considered safe in monsoon season.
Updated on July 11, 2021
As all places in Leh Ladakh have opened to tourists, the tourist footfall is increasing regularly in the UT much to the relief of the hoteliers, taxi operators, travel agents, and a large number of residents who are dependent on tourism for their livelihood. Some hotels and camps are still closed while most of the properties have resumed operations. With growing demand, most of the top-rated camps and hotels are booked for the next few days. Tourists are mainly having trouble booking accommodation/camp in Pangong Lake area.
Updated on July 5, 2021
There is no change in the Covid-19 guideline in Leh (Ladakh) as administration has directed to follow the old guidelines for one more week i.e. till July 12.
Updated on June 30, 2021
Camp stay at Sarchu is available now. Sarchu is a popular station for mid-way halt while travelling on Manali-Leh highway. Tourists are advised to stay at this beautiful place only after proper acclimatisation at Manali or Leh.
Updated on June 29, 2021:
Leh administration has initiated unlock process in a phase-wise manner as Covid-19 cases are decreasing in Ladakh. The markets will now remain open almost all day. A large number of tourists are reaching Ladakh every day both by flight and by road from Manali and Srinagar. Manali-Leh highway and Srinagar-Leh highways are open for tourists. All tourist places of Ladakh are open for tourism. Inner line permits (ILP) can be obtained online from https://www.lahdclehpermit.in . A negative RT-PCR test report is mandatory to enter Ladakh. As Ladakh is completely safe for tourists, all tourist places are again abuzz with the tourist crowd. While most good hotels are fully booked for next few days, sometimes it’s becoming difficult to find a camp at Pangong lake. Tourists are advised not to visit Ladakh without advance booking. Tourists should book hotels and other services in advance to avoid problems related to non-availability.
Updated on June 21, 2021
Updated on June 12, 2021
Updated on June 09, 2021
The corona curfew in Leh (Ladakh) has been extended till 14 June 2021 as a precautionary measure. The market can now open from 7am to 1pm. Hotels and restaurants will also remain open but inhouse dining will not be allowed in restaurants/dhabas and only takeaway service will be available.
Tourists can visit all the major tourist places (Pangong lake, Khardungla pass, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Changla pass, Magnetic Hill, Sangam, Tso Moriri lake, etc) after obtaining inner line permits from Monday to Friday, but it will be a complete weekend curfew on Saturday and Sunday when sightseeing will not be allowed. Tourists will have to stay at hotel on weekend. However, airport pick-up and drop will be allowed after showing air ticket/boarding pass. The entry/exit in/from Leh by road from Srinagar or Manali will also be allowed on weekends.
If coming for a short stay, tourists should try to reach Leh on Sunday or Monday so that they have full week for sightseeing without restriction.
Negative RT-PCR test report is mandatory to enter Ladakh. Tourists may have to subject to a rapid antigen test (RAT) after arrival despite having RT PCR.
Conclusion: Ladakh is now open for tourists and tourist inflow is increasing regularly. A large number of tourists are visiting Ladakh. Yes, you heard it right – Ladakh is fully open for tourists but there will be little restriction in movement on the weekend.
Updated on May 24, 2021
As corona curfew in Leh (Ladakh) has been extended till 7th June 2021, there will be some restrictions in all the movements. The markets, except for essential shops, shall remain closed. Tourism activities have not been closed so far. Tourist can visit the open spaces (not the settlements/inside monasteries) provided that you comply with the Covid-19 safety norms like using face mask, maintaining physical distance etc.
Tourists need to bring RT-PCR test report to be eligible to enter Ladakh both by flight and by road. The RT-PCR covid test report should not be older than 96 hours during entering the Ladakh. The hotel management can also ask you to show the report. A copy of the report is needed to be attached with the application to obtain inner line permits.
Leh Ladakh is open for tourists and tourists can still visit major tourist attractions of Ladakh like Pangong lake, Changla pass, Khardungla pass, Nubra, Valley, Sham valley (Sangam, magnetic hill etc) after obtaining the permit. However, we cannot predict what will happen in the future as all actions and decisions of administration will be based on Coronavirus situation. We hope that things will become normal soon and all restrictions will be lifted. We shall suggest your following points:
– Most of the tourists and our clients have booked their flight tickets in advance which are non-refundable. So, many of them are still visiting Ladakh as their money will vanish if they cancel the flight.
– If you have not booked your flight ticket, we suggest waiting for few days as things are expected to be normal soon.
– If you have already booked a flight ticket (refundable or non-refundable), you can ask your airline to reschedule your flight date. Many airlines are happy to do so as they already have few passengers in most of the dates.
– If you have no other choice, and you don’t have time for travel on any other day, and you want to visit Leh Ladakh in the coming few days, you are most welcome in Ladakh. We shall try our best to show you the best of Ladakh despite the current situation.
– Please note we shall be helpless in case of complete lockdown in near future. We will strictly follow the government guidelines and will not do anything illegal. However, we don’t expect such bad news.
– You need to bring Covid RT-PCR test report not older than 96 hours during the time of entry at Ladakh. If coming by flight, it will be checked at the airport and while coming by road (Manali-Leh or Srinagar-Leh) it will be checked at multiple places. Negative RT-PCR reports of tourists are also needed to make your inner line permits to visit Pangong, Nubra, Khardungla and other restricted areas.
– If you are coming by road from Manali, you need to obtain e-pass to enter Himachal Pradesh along with RT-PCR report. And check with the local authorities of the respective states if you are crossing multiple states.
– If you have booked the tour with us, and if you need to cancel the trip, we shall refund 100% booking amount in case of a complete lockdown.
– If you have any other issues/queries, we at Discover Leh Ladakh (www.discoverlehladakh.in) are available 24X7 for your assistance at 9418703344 (phone/WhatsApp).
Updated on May 05, 2021
All the places in Ladakh including Leh, Khardungla pass, Nubra Valley (Diskit, Hunder, Sumur, Panamik), Turtuk, Pangong Lake, Changla pass, Sham valley (Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Magnetic Hill, Sangam etc), Kargil, Drass etc are open for tourists.
Tourists need to bring a negative RT-PCR test report, not older than 96 hours, to enter Ladakh, failing to which the visitor will have to undergo a seven-day mandatory quarantine. The test report is required while entering Ladakh by both air or by road transport. While returning back home, there is no need for the report but it depends on state to state as rules are different in each state.
Presently only some hotels, guesthouse, homestays and camps are open in Ladakh. But there are many options available at Leh, Nubra and Pangong.
While Srinagar-Leh highway is partially open, the Manali-Leh highway is expected to open within a week.
Updated on April 17, 2021
Leh administration has imposed night curfew from 10 PM to 5 AM amid the rising Covid-19 cases. All the vehicles including public transport or commercial vehicles will be running at 50% capacity. Indoor games, gyms, library etc. shall remain completely closed. However, there shall be no restriction on tourist movement. Tourist will need to bring negative RT-PCR test report not older than 96 hours during entering the Ladakh by flight or by road. Face masks, social distancing will be implemented strictly.
Updated on April 17, 2021
More hotels in Leh and Nubra valley have opened to welcome tourists. While Srinagar-Leh highway continues to remain closed, the Manali-Leh highway is partially closed as only emergency vehicles are being allowed. Bikers are not being allowed on Manali-Leh highway. A large number of vehicles have stranded at Baralacha pass after sudden snowfall. As many as 788 persons were rescued and 121 vehicles were evacuated from Baralacha pass in the last 24 hours by Lahaul-Spiti police, administration and BRO. Tourists can reach Leh Ladakh by flight as all the sightseeing places including Pangong lake, Khardungla, Nubra Valley, Sham valley, Kargil etc. are open to tourists. Remember, tourists are required to being negative RT-PCR report, not older than 96 hours, with them.
Updated on April 2, 2021
While all tourist places of Ladakh are now open for tourists, some places are not allowing night stay following a surge in Covid-19 cases. Tourists are not being allowed to stay overnight at Hanle (Anley) and residents of Korzok (Tso Moriri lake) have also decided not to allow tourists to stay there overnight. However, tourists can visit both places in one day.
Besides this, tourists can stay at Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong, Sham Valley, Kargil and other places.
The Leh-Manali road has also opened for vehicles but Leh-Srinagar road is still closed.
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Updated March 28, 3021
Leh is reconnected with Mumbai with a direct Spicejet flight – SG749.
Updated on March 4, 2021
All the sightseeing places of Ladakh are open for tourists. Pangong lake, which remained closed for months due to India-China standoff at border, was also thrown open for tourists on January 10.
While Manali-Leh highway is still closed, the Srinagar-Leh highway is opened but not safe for general vehicular movement due to the risk of avalanches. The highway between Baltal and Drass (over the Zojila pass) is very slippery.
Check the Current Status of Manali-Leh Highway
However, all internal roads of Ladakh are open. Tourists need to visit Ladakh by flight to Leh Airport. Soon tourists will be able to visit Ladakh by scenic Srinagar-Leh or Manali-Leh highways as well.
Presently tourists are required to bring Covid-19 negative report with them. Tourists need not seek any prior permission to enter Ladakh. However, inner-line permit (ILP) is required to visit restricted/protected areas like Khardungla, Nubra, Pangong, Tso Moriri etc. The ILP can be booked either online or can be booked from the tourism office after arrival at Leh.
Which places are open for tourists in Leh Ladakh
- Leh City
- Sham Valley
- Khardungla pass
- Nubra Valley
- Turtuk
- Sumur and Panamik
- Pangong Lake
- Tso Moriri Lake
- Hemis monastery
- Thiksey monastery
- Shey palace and gompa
- Sindhu Ghat
- Changla pass
- Spituk Monastery
- Stok Palace
- Stakna monastery
- Phyang Monastery
- Leh Palace
- Shanti Stupa
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- Magnetic Hill
- Sangam
- Likir
- Alchi
- Lamayuru
- Basgo Ruins
- Kargil
- Drass
- Aryan Valley
Is Covid-19 test report required to visit Leh Ladakh?
Yes, tourists need to bring a Covid-19 negative test report with them which should not be older than 96 hours. The advisory of Ladakh Tourism reads:
1. The Tourist arriving in Ladakh both by air and road must have a negative RT-PCR report not older than 96 hours.
2. Such person(s)/Tourist who is/are without a valid COVID-19 test report of not later than 96 hours before their arrival will undergo manadatory quarantine at their place of stay for seven days. Such person may have to undergo a COVID-19 test and will only be released from quarantine; if his/her test report is found negative.
As of today (September 2020), tourists can visit Leh both by flight and by road (from Manali or Srinagar) but the Leh administration is not issuing inner line permit/restricted area permit to visit major tourist attractions like Pangong Lake, Tso Moriri Lake, Khardungla pass, Nubra Valley and Batalik and Dah Hanu sector.
If these places are in your wish list, you should wait for few more days. Otherwise, you can visit Ladakh to spend some days to relax or work in picturesque Leh or for sightseeing of monasteries and places other than restricted areas.
You can still visit major monasteries around Leh and can visit places along Leh-Kargil-Srinagar or Leh-Sarchu-Manali highways. You can also visit Zanskar valley of Ladakh. On Leh-Khardungla pass road, you can go till South Pullu. On Pangong road, you can go till Changla pass and on Tso Moriri Lake road you can go till Mahe Bridge.
This is very crucial time for the entire world but people who spent months without going too far from home town/city are looking for a break to visit a serene place. Those in red zone with a large number of Covid-19 cases are looking for a safe destination with fewer numbers of cases like Ladakh.
While most hotels, homestays, guesthouses and camps in Ladakh will not open this year, a few hotels/homestays/guesthouses that are open are following strict safety norms to protect visitors and staff from Covid-19.
Many tourists are visiting Ladakh for long holidays or spending some days in peace. Some people are visiting Ladakh to work from the mountains. With the introduction of Jio high-speed internet, working from Leh Ladakh has become possible.
Which places are not open (closed) for tourists in Ladakh? (as on September 2020)
- Pangong Lake
- Tso Moriri Lake
- Hanle
- Pangong – Man Merak – Chushul – Tso Moriri road
- Khardungla pass
- Nubra Valley (Hunder, Diskit, Sumur, Panamik)
- Turtuk
- Nubra-Shyok-Pangong road
Which places are open for tourists in Ladakh?
- Leh City
- Kargil City
- Leh Palace
- Shanti Stupa
- Hall of Fame
- Spituk Monastery/Kali Mata Temple
- Shey Palace
- Stok Palace
- Thiksey Monastery
- Hemis Monastery
- Stakna Monastery
- Matho Monastery
- Taglangla pass
- Tsokar lake
- Phyang Monastery
- Pathar Sahib Gurudwara
- Magnetic Hill
- Sangam
- Basgo Monastery
- Ule
- Likir Monastery
- Alchi Monastery
- Lamayuru Monastery
- Zanskar Valley
- Drass
- Anything along Leh-Manali highway
- Anything along Leh-Srinagar highway
Is taxi service open in Leh Ladakh?
Yes, taxis are available in Leh Ladakh. Tourists can book a taxi for sightseeing or for long trips. Taxis for Leh to Srinagar and Leh to Manali are also available. Taxis from Manali to Leh and Srinagar to Leh are also available. Unfortunately, not all taxi drivers are providing the service amid Covid-19 but some of the local operators have started the service.
Is Leh Ladakh safe for tourists?
Yes, Leh Ladakh is completely safe for tourists. Tourists have two concerns regarding their safety — Covid-19 and India-China standoff. Ladakh is a huge place with very thin population. The UT of Ladakh has reported very few Covid-19 cases compared to most of the states. However, cases are more in Kargil district than Leh district.
The hotels, taxis and all tourism stakeholders are taking all required precautions set by the government. And administration has already sealed the areas close to LAC (India-China border) where tourists are not being allowed. The inner areas of Ladakh where tourists are being allowed are completely safe for all kind of tourism movement.
Is Ladakh safe for tourists amid India-China Standoff?
Yes, Ladakh is safe for tourists. The administration has already blocked tourists’ entry to the restricted areas close to LAC (India-China border/Line of Actual Control). Ladakh is secured by thousands of soldiers and police to ensure safety of the civilians. Ladakh is constituted of two districts – Leh and Kargil.
Geographically Ladakh is huge and tourists generally visit its inner areas. In fact, Ladakh is safer than most of the states of the India due to tight security. The Innerline permits to visit sightseeing places close to China border are temporarily sealed. Read above to know in detail that which places are open currently.
Is Pangong Lake open for tourists
Pangong lake has reopened for tourists. According to Ladakh administration, Pangong lake has been opened for tourists from January 10, 2021. The inner line permits to visit Ladakh can be obtained from DC office, Leh or also online from the official website.
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