Arriving at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport you are greeted by our staff who will transfer you to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to relax.
Overnight at hotel in Delhi

Early this morning we transfer to the airport for one of the most spectacular flights to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. On arrival in this beautiful town, north of Indus River at an altitude of 3000 m, you are met and transferred to your hotel. The evening is at leisure allowing you to acclimatize to the altitude.
Accommodation: At your selected hotel – 2 nights

After a leisurely morning allowing you to acclimatize more completely, the afternoon is devoted to a short tour of the town visiting the Sankar Gompa, Spituk Gompa, Shanti Stupa and the Leh Palace.

This morning we set off for this incredible adventurous trek to Husing. We first drive from Leh to Zingchen by jeep (25 km/1½ hrs) and then start our trek to our base camp site at Husing (2-3 hrs) and the Hemis National Park. This park and the surrounding areas of Ladakh is one of the last remaining safe habitats of the elusive Snow Leopard. Unlike other cats found in the wild, spotting this cleverly camouflaged leopard is a challenging but rewarding adventure despite the rugged terrain which is its natural habitat. Though sightings are not common, the area has other wonderful wild animals and birds as well as breathtaking vistas of snow-capped peaks and dramatic deserts.
Accommodation – Camping – 3 nights

Over the next two days we trek in and around our camping site in search of Snow Leopards with the help of local trackers. Husing, which is at the conjunction of three valleys, is an ideal location, because the leopards move down into these lower-altitude valleys following their prey, especially the Himalayan Blue Sheep (Bharal). Even our expert cooks who prepare delicious meals for you, keep a close eye out for the slightest movement that could indicate the presence of a Snow Leopard. This area is also inhabited with a good population of Yak, Ibex, Tibetan Wolf, Bharal, Ladakhi Urial (Shapo), Tibetan Argali (Nyan) and many beautiful birds.

Today, we trek from Husing to Rumbak (2-3 hrs) and in the evening we visit the Rumbak village, situated at an altitude of approx. 4050m. as well as see the Rumbak monastery before returning to camp.
Accommodation – Camping – 2 nights

This morning’s trek is from Rumbak to Gandala pass (3-4 hrs) with more chances to see the local wildlife. We return to our camp site in Rumbak by the evening.

Following breakfast at our camp, we start trekking back from Rumbak to Zingchen (4 hrs) where we will then drive back to Leh. After checking into our hotel, the balance of the day is free to relax or to explore the Leh market on your own.
Overnight at the hotel

Early this morning check out the hotel prior to being transferred to the airport for flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, you will have option to remain in transit for your flight back home or, you may extend your stay, visiting more of India.

NOTE: Before opting for this challenging trip, you must ensure a strong level of fitness and endurance as well as being comfortable at high altitudes under extremely cold climatic conditions (0 to -25℃ in the night at camp site).

The best time to visit the area for Snow Leopard is considered to be between November and mid March.