14 Days Snow Leopard India Tour
- 14 Days
- Maximum Capacity: 20
- If Cancelled, Please Refer To Our Cancellation Policy
Adult
Description
In the winter months of Himalayas, we arrange exclusive & rare experience of finding the elusive and endangered Snow Leopard. With best Snow Leopard naturalist we take you into one of the best Snow Leopard habitats of the Himalayas.
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Duration
14 Days, 13 Nights
Language
English
HIGHLIGHTS
Fly over the Himalayas to Leh
Explore Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh
Search for snow leopards in the Himalayas
Spot exotic birds along the Indus River
Walk on the frozen Chadar river
Included
- 13 Nights’ Of Accommodation In 3 Star Hotels As Per Desire With Base Category Of Rooms At Each Place
- Daily Breakfast At All The Hotels
- All Transportation, Driver And Sightseeing Tours Using An AC Medium Car.
- Sightseeing As Per Tour Program.
- Fly Over The Himalayas To Leh
- Explore Thiksey Monastery In Ladakh
- Search For Snow Leopards In The Himalayas
- Spot Exotic Birds Along The Indus River
- Walk On The Frozen Chadar River
- All Pick-Ups & Drop-Offs As Per Itinerary.
- All Taxes, Parking, Toll Charges, Driver Allowance, And Service Charges
Excluded
- Medical Insurance Of Any Kind
- Any Domestic / International Flight Fares
- Any Meals ( Unless Specified )
- Anything Except In Inclusions.
- Any Guide Services & Monument Fees As Per Tour Plan
- Any Expenses Arising Out Of Unforeseen Circumstances Like Flight Delay/Cancellation/Fare Hike, Strike Or Any Other Natural Calamities.
- Personal Nature Expenses I.E. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, And Tipping
Travel Itinerary
1 - Arrive New Delhi
Met on arrival in Delhi and transfer to the hotel close to the airport.
Stay at good hotel near New Delhi Airport. Night stay is in Delhi.
2 - New Delhi - Leh [By Air]
Get transfer to New Delhi airport to board a flight to Leh over stunning Himalayan scenery. On arrival, get transfer to hotel.
At an altitude of 3,500m (11,500ft) Leh is the capital of the Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh and the starting point for much of the trekking done in the Indian Himalayas. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and adjust to the altitude and climate. If you want then you can opt for a local market visit in the evening.
3 - In Leh
Another day for acclimatization and sightseeing. Today visit the extraordinary Thiksey Monastery, the largest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh built on top of a hill with excellent views.
There will also be a visit to the Indus River Valley to look for ibis bill and white-winged redstarts. A short and gentle paced (60 minutes) walk along the river may also produce sightings of other birdlife including the brown accentor, black-throated thrush and solitary snipe. Night stay is in Leh
4 - Leh – Himalayan Valley
Today, have your first attempt at looking for snow leopard as you drive to the small Himalayan Valley. En route, you can stop at the frozen river of Chadar which is used by the locals to travel to the reserved Zanskari villages. Depending on conditions there may be a chance to walk along the frozen river and look for the Ladakh urial sheep.
In the afternoon, begin to search the Himalayan Valley for snow leopards as well as urial, Asiatic ibex and Himalayan wolf.
5 - In Himalayan Valley
A full day is devoted for looking snow leopards and other wildlife in valley of Himalayas. Trackers will be out throughout the day searching the mountain ridges and following tracks in search of the cats and other wildlife such as Himalayan wolf and Asiatic ibex.
During the months of January, February and March the snow leopards found here tend to become more visible as they spend more time walking ridges calling and searching for mates. Also, snowfall at this time can bring their prey lower into the valleys and makes the tracking of their prints easier.
6 - In Himalayan Valley
Another full day to search the Himalayan Valley for snow leopards, wolves, ibex and Ladakh urial. The birdlife in the valley is not particularly diverse in the winter, but some stunning mountain species such as lammergier, golden eagle, Himalayan griffon vulture, Himalayan snowcock and robin accentor can all be seen.
Even with an professional team of local trackers finding snow leopards in this gigantic landscape is a challenge. This is why having as long a stay here as possible will maximise your chances. Please note that some short walks on uneven (sometimes snowy) terrain may be required to track the leopards. There will also by long periods of scanning from good viewpoints with binoculars and telescopes.
7 - In Himalayan Valley
One more day seeking for snow leopards and other wildlife. The snow leopards here also share their territory with the impressive Tibetan wolf and these fluffy canids can often be seen in similar locations to the leopards.
8 - In Himalayan Valley
A different day discovering the zone for snow leopards and other wildlife. Please note that patience will be required while local trackers scan the mountain points for signs. When a snow leopard is sited it may be needed to drive and then walk some distance to view the cat but all walks can be done at your own pace.
9 - In Himalayan Valley
Another day surveying the area for snow leopards and other wildlife.
10 - In Himalayan Valley
Another day travelling in the area for snow leopards and other wildlife.
11 - In the Himalayas
Another day sightseeing the area for snow leopards and other wildlife.
12 - Himalayan Valley - Leh
A final morning to search for snow leopards and other wildlife found in the Himalayas. In the afternoon transfer back to Leh to enjoy a hot shower back in the hotel.
13 - Leh - New Delhi [By Air]
14 - New Delhi Depart
In time you will be assisted and get transferred to New Delhi Airport to board your flight for onwards journey. Tour Ends
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Book
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Welcome
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Tour Terms & Conditions
- Until 90 days prior to arrival – 30% of the deposited amount
- Between 89 days to 60 days prior to arrival – 40% of the deposited amount
- Between 59 days to 0 days prior to arrival – NO REFUND
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