SNOW LEOPARDS OF LADAKH

 

Something interesting happens in India’s Himalayan foothills in February. Heavy snowfall in the high Himalayas forces Ibex, Bharal and other wildlife into the low country… and the Snow Leopards follow! This is a unique opportunity to view this most remote of the feline carnivores.

 

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ITINERARY

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Upon your arrival at IGI, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to The Suryaa Hotel for dinner and overnight.

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Day 1 – Delhi to Chandigarh

After our breakfast, we drive to Chandigarh by bus. Upon arrival check-in to our hotel, followed by some sightseeing later after lunch.

Overnight at : Park Plaza or similar

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Day 2: Chandigarh–Narkanda 

After our breakfast, we drive to Narkanda and we cover about 6 hours on the road with a couple of stops for photos.

Overnight at : Hotel Little Panda or similar

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Day 3: Narkanda–Ralli, Kinnaur 

After our breakfast, we drive to Ralli. You will only get couple of stops on this long and scenic journey, arriving on time will be a priority.

Overnight at : Homestay

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Day 4: Ralli–Kibber

After our breakfast in Ralli, we depart for Kibber, we will visit the Kee Monastery on route, then reach our destination, Kibber Village. Upon arrival we check-in and get a brief orientation of the team who will be with us in the field. This will be a rest day as the next four days will involve exploring this snowy region for its unique wildlife.

Overnight at : Homestay

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Day 5,6,7, and 8: Kibber and looking for Elusive Himalayan Ghost - The Snow Leopard

During these 4 days we will be seeking the elusive Snow Leopard in the Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary. We will arrive early at key spotting places within the Sanctuary like Rong Nala. Snow Leopard tracking guides and porters will lead you to the spot. In this formidable landscape we will also come across other wildlife including Bharals, Ibex, Red Fox, Golden Eagle, Himalayan Griffons, and more. We will need to move quickly to the sightings as soon as we hear from our spotting guides. On all trekking days we'll have warm lunch served in the field.

Overnight at : Homestay

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Day 9: Kibber–Rampur Bushahr

An early morning start from Kibber, to reach Rampur the evening (10 hours drive and covering about 320 km.)

Overnight at : Nau Nabh Heritage Hotel.

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Day 10: Rampur Bushahr–Chandigarh

After our breakfast we drive to Chandigarh (approx. 7 hours) and to the airport to catch our flight to Delhi 19:00/20:00. Upon arrival either stay in Delhi overnight to continue with the main Essential India itinerary the next day or board your connecting flight home.