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; heavy rains coupled with floods and landslides in neighbouring states affected tourist inflow in 2023. The terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir, has also left many tourists scared. Now that 2025 tourist season is about to end but recent protests rocked the "Land of High Passes, tourists are in dilemma about whether they should visit Ladakh or not. Let's clear your doubts. Ladakh Status as on March 20, 2026: Ladakh is open for tourists Updated on March 20, 2026: Ladakh is safe and open for tourists in March. However, as its winter season, the night temperature at many places is dipping as low as minus 5 to minus 20 degrees Celsius. There were reports of some flight cancellations amid snowfall and inclement weather conditions. Mostly all internal roads in Ladakh remain open in winter but sometimes heavy snowfall temporarily blocks roads to Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Zanskar and other high altitude areas. The Manali-Leh highway is blocked with snow and is expected to reopen in May. The Srinagar-Leh highway was partially open until early March, but fresh spells of snowfall blocked the road. This is the good time to experience winter in Ladakh. Updated on September 26, 2025: Due to localized civil protests, the Ladakh travel sector is currently navigating a period of unforeseen ambiguity. Tourists presently within Ladakh report that sightseeing operations are proceeding normally. However, those planning upcoming trips or holding future bookings are hesitant to confirm their plans, as the situation remains fluid. While peace prevails on the ground,
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; heavy rains coupled with floods and landslides in
On this page, we shall keep updating the Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) impacts on the Leh Ladakh Tourism and updates for tourists: 30 May 2025: As a large number of cases of Covid-19 are being reported from different states of the country, no case has been detected from Ladakh so far. Its a peak tourist season in Ladakh, and there is no restriction on tourism activities. Tourists can move freely anywhere in Ladakh. However, tourists are advised to maintain sanitation and visit hospital in case of any symptoms. 04 January 2024: The tourists and residents are advised to wear face masks in crowded and public places of Leh Ladakh as cases of Covid-19 are again on the rise in some parts of the country. 23 December 2023: With increasing cases of Covid-19 in the country, some restrictions are expected in crowdy places in coming days. However, there is no restriction in Ladakh so far. So, all tourists are being welcomed in Leh (Ladakh) without any restriction. 01 June 2023: As all the population of India is fully vaccinated and Covid-19 is no more a threat, no RTPCR or any other certificate or formality is required to visit Ladakh. So, all tourists are free to visit Ladakh without any restriction. 08 April 2023: There is no need to bring RTPCR or any kind of report if you are fully vaccinated (received at least two vaccines against Covid-19). However, tourists are advised to wear face masks in crowded places and adhere to the Covid protection protocols. 22 January 2023: All the tourist places and airport in Leh Ladakh are open to all tourists. However, the administration has advised tourists to visit Ladakh only after receiving at least two vaccinations against Covid-19. People are advised to wear face masks in public and crowdy areas.
On this page, we shall keep updating the Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) impacts on the Leh Ladakh Tourism and updates for tourists: 30 May 2025: As a large number of cases of Covid-19 are being reported from different states of the country, no case has been detected from Ladakh so far. Its a peak tourist season
