Himachel + Spiti Adventures | Jeep Safari – India

Dates
Private Departures

Trip Prices
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Tour Includes

• Deluxe Houseboats in Srinagar (breakfast + dinner)
• Hotels as per Accommodation (breakfast + dinner)
• Group transportation by private vehicle (Inova for 2 – 4 people, Tempo Traveler for 5 – 6 people)
• All sightseeing in Srinagar + en route
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake
• Accommodation in Leh, Tso Moriri + Pangong Lakes (breakfast)
• Indus Valley monasteries tour
• Local tour guide
• Airport transfers
• Flight booking services
• All taxes, entrance fees
• Permits
• Treks: Mountain guide + cook, horses to carry gear, all meals, tents + camping logistics.

Tour Excludes

• International or domestic flights
• Indian visa
• Travel or travel health insurance
• Equipment rental
• Alcohol & bottled drinks
• Gompa (monastery) donations
• Laundry
• Tipping & other items of a personal nature

Tips & Extra Cash
Allow approx $250 for meals & tips. We recommend $100 per person into the tip pool as tips to the guides & drivers.

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Trip Highlights

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• Historic old Srinagar & Mughal Gardens
• Beautiful Dal & Nageen Lakes
• Shikara (local boat) tours
• Floating Market
• Dacigram National Park
• Manasbal & Wular Lake
• Yousmarg
• Narang Temple
• Beautiful drive over Zoji La – along Indus – to Leh
• Houseboats on Dal Lake
• Delicious Kashmiri meals
• Renown Kashmiri hospitality
• Leh & the historic Indus Valley
• Indus Valley Tibetan Buddhist gompas (monasteries)
• Stunningly beautiful Tso Moriri & Pangong Lakes
• Traditional Ladakhi villages
• Nomadic Settlements

Client Highlights

Simply the best! As a very experienced Himalayan trekker who just did THREE STRAIGHT TRIPS with Kamzang Journeys, I can’t imagine booking a trek with any other company in the future. Kim and Lhakpa are so experienced, so professional and so much fun to walk with, and their attention to every detail, like hot water bottles for our sleeping bags every cold night on the High Everest trek, is amazing. Even after Kim broke her wrist coming down from the Renja La she was focused on making sure we were all okay. Amazing!
– Tom B (Canada), Wild Ladakh & Zanskar, Upper Dolpo to Mustang & Everest High Passes Treks

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High passes, nomads and wild, remote Himalayan country: adventure is never far! I have just returned from two months of trekking in the Ladakh & Zanskar region of the India Himalaya with Kim and her excellent Kamzang Journeys team. This was my EIGHTH trek with Kim, and they get better each year. Kamzang Journeys never disappoints! From the very high standard, variety and amount of food and the spacious 3-man tents (for each individual) to the safety and care shown by the Kamzang Journeys staff and the unique Yellow Tent  that all other groups envy. If you are looking for a remote, interesting trek or trip in Asia I would highly recommend Kamzang Journeys. There is a reason everyone comes back again and again!
– Sue W (Australia)

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I’ve trekked with Kim a total of SIX times–in Nepal, India, Mongolia, and Tibet. That pretty much says it all. Once you’ve trekked with Kim and her stellar crew, you won’t want to explore the Himalaya with anyone else. She knows the region as well as anyone, and on each journey manages to offer just the right combination of adventure, safety and comfort, with intineraries that go beyond the usual highlights. For the record, I have used other outfitters, but I prefer to travel with Kamzang Journeys whenever possible.
– Gary G (USA)

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Kamzang Journeys are the premier Himalayan trekking company. My last FIVE treks have been with Kamzang Journeys, and I won’t go with any other company now. Highly recommended!
– Andrew M (Australia), Ultimate Ladakh & Zanskar, Nomads, Lakes & High Passes, Wild Manaslu & Tsum, Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Mustang Treks & More

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I have done MANY treks with Kim and Lhakpa (and Kamzang Journeys), and would not hike in the Himalayas with anyone else. Their passion, expertise, safety and incredible itineraries are the best around. Am planning my next trek with them now!
– Lorraine H (Australia)

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A sublime ‘Nomads, Lakes & High Passes of Ladakh trek! Kim and Lhakpa are outstanding trek organizers and guides. I went on this month-long camping trek in Ladakh with Kamzang Journeys in the summer of 2023. The trek was very interesting and well-planned, including great food and a fabulous dining tent. The scenery is unbelievable, and it’s fascinating to observe the nomadic culture before it dies away. Kim and Lhakpa are exemplary guides. Both are extremely knowledgeable about the area and have explored it in depth. We often got to meet local people and were invited into nomad tents where we sampled local delicacies, such as butter tea and yak yogurt (delicious!). Kim is consistently enthusiastic and on top of every detail. Lhakpa seems to speak all languages and can repair anything, no matter how high or no tech. The staff is first-rate (Junar, Suresh, Yam, Sherap, Samphel, Tenzing) great guys who are always ready to help. Most of them were with Kim and Lhakpa when I first trekked in Ladakh more than 17 years ago!
– Sanjeev V, Nomads, Lakes & High Passes of Ladakh Camping Trek 2023

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Kamzang Journeys and the Kamzang team are an incredible trekking company! They offer the most interesting itineraries to places most other trekking companies don’t go to. The team is like a family, they look out for each other, take care of their clients incredibly well and feed you way too much food. I have been trekking in Ladakh with them, their standards are very high, the horses are well looked after, there are many interactions with locals and there is always a thermos of chai available when you need it. Tents are comfortable and there’s even a shower tent with hot water on occasion. They do their best to accommodate all your requests. I have done 3 treks with them now in India and Nepal and still want to do more!
– Cheryl H (New Zealand), Markha, Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Camping Trek 2023

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A wonderful adventure and journey to one of the most remote and beautiful (culturally and geographically) places on earth! I had an amazing time, and every moment of every day was special. Kamzang Journeys (with Kim & Lhakpa at the helm) made the trip incredible…with deep and rich ‘local-knowledge’, contacts, meticulous planning and attention to detail.
– Nicholas K (USA & UK), Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Camping Trek 2023

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The Ladakh and Zanskar trek was challenging and spectacular. Our guides Kim and Lhakpa genuinely enjoy what they are doing. They speak the local language and we had lots of opportunities to interact with the locals. We got invited into people’s homes, shared cups of tea, were offered fresh yogurt, got to taste roasted barley and dried cheese, played with the kids and every one was happy to pose for our cameras. Thanks for a wonderful trek Kim and Lhakpa! I will be back next year!

SANDRA’S HIGHLIGHTS

– After a hard day of walking though spectacular mountain scenery, we were joined by two local women (in their 80s) in the dining tent. With the help of tea and biscuits, lots of laughter and our young Ladakhi translator we connect despite our cultural differences and ages.

– The staff went above and beyond, twice carrying all our equipment up the hill when the horses couldn’t do it! They still sang or hummed a tune afterwards.

– Food was amazing with a 3 course meal every day.

– Unlimited tea and biscuits.

– Always someone to walk with you if you where last and keep you going.
– Sandra T (Australia), Wild Ladakh Jumlam + Suru Valley Trek 2015

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High passes, nomads and wild, remote Himalayan country: adventure is never far! I have just returned from two months of trekking in the Ladakh & Zanskar region of the India HImalaya with Kim and her excellent Kamzang Journeys team. This was my SEVENTH trek with Kim, and they get better each year. Kamzang Journeys never disappoints! From the very high standard, variety and amount of food and the spacious 3-man tents (for each individual) to the safety and care shown by the Kamzang Journeys staff and the unique Yellow Tent  that all other groups envy. If you are looking for a remote, interesting trek or trip in Asia I would highly recommend Kamzang Journeys. There is a reason everyone comes back again and again!
– Sue W, Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek (Indian Himalaya) 2018

Wild Ladakh Zanskar Traverse Treks (Indian HImalaya) 2018

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Yellow Tent of Eternal Happiness
I have been on several treks with Kim & Lhakpa of Kamzang Journeys. Whilst I cannot say enough about the treks, there is one thing that will forever standout. On my Ladakh & Zanaskar trek I had a major medical issue and collapsed, was semi-conscious and went into hypothermia. Kim jumped into action immediately and attended to me and quickly, wrapped me in several sleeping bags, supported me on her body and comforted me. There was a doctor on the trek and he assisted Kim to assess my condition and take action. They assessed I need to be evacuated but there were no helicopters available, so Lhakpa organized a horse for me to ride for evacuation.

After two days on horseback, crossing passes and challenging terrain, we reached a road head. Kim & Lhakpa organized a vehicle to take me on a 6-hour road journey to Leh. I received initial medical assistance and then evacuated back to hospital in Singapore. In Singapore I was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, an autoimmune condition that paralysis the body from the feet up. I ended up having muscle paralysis of my lower body and bladder, and lesser issues on my upper body. This condition is potentially life threatening. The point of this extended tale is that if Kim & Lhakpa and not used their extensive training and experience to initially stabilize my condition, and then evacuated me, I might not have been able to tell this tale. I cannot express strongly enough that when you select Kamzang Journeys for your treks, you are getting the best equipped, best run, and most unforgettable experiences, and a team who will go to extraordinary lengths to protect and support you. Love you so much Kim and Lhakpa!
– Greg W (Australia & Singapore), Ultimate Ladakh & Zanskar Trek 2018

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A fabulous trekking company! I trekked with Kamzang Journeys in Ladakh & Zanskar, the Indian Himalayas, for two months the summer of 2019. Our leader Kim Bannister, the guides, and staff were all excellent, and meals were delicious, healthful, and varied. Our individual tents were spacious, and there is no single supplement. Though the trails were sometimes challenging and the elevations high, we stayed healthy and happy for the entire two months, a rarity when trekking for this amount of time at high elevations. Kamzang Journeys’ trips are an excellent value, especially when you factor in all of the luxuries we enjoyed. Thank you Kamzang Journeys!
– Jasmine S (USA), Ladakh Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek (Indian Himalaya) 2018

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Wild West Ladakh + Zanskar Traverse Trek (Indian HImalaya) 2018

Sixth trek since 2009 and STILL fabulous! Nomads, Lakes & High Passes of the Changtang … three plus weeks of glorious travel and sixteen plus days of walking in the most wonderful landscapes with two 19,000 foot plus passes (and several smaller ones). Trekking with Kim (Kamzang Journeys) is such a treat; treks are well organised, carefully planned, and the attention to comfort in camp is second to none. An individual tent for everyone with no single supplement and it’s a large tent! Plenty of room to have your kit in your tent with you and move around with head room for getting dressed. Duffle bag to protect your kit bag during the day (when it’s on a pony/mule). Three good – and varied – meals a day … choice of breakfast options; lunch while walking; unlimited tea/coffee in camp in the afternoons. Dinner is lovely soup … a varied (largely vegetarian) dinner with soup, main course and vegetables/sides, followed by fresh fruit or a pudding. Dedicated dining tent which is also a place to sit and relax out of the sun if needed … rugs and camp seats make life homely and biscuits are there for snacks between meals! Kim and her crew are a constant … we’ve used the same horsemen since my first trip; only one change in crew members over that time … they are a happy and professional team and it is like trekking with a group of friends. Safety and hygiene standards are excellent too and I’ve never had a ‘tummy bug’ on one of Kim’s treks! Ladakh is fabulous and well worth the visit … her July/August treks are particularly nice as the long summer days mean you are getting up in daylight, and coming home into camp in sunshine in the afternoon so hair can be washed, clothes etc and all will dry before dinner! It’s also a lovely temperature … cool nights and warm sunny days. Perfect!
– Sally L (UK), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2018

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I had a fantastic trip with Kamzang Journeys and am really looking forward to my next one with them!
– Steve C (USA), Ladakh Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2015

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Best treks ever! I just finished my second trek with Kamzang Journeys, my ninth Himalayan trek overall, so I’ve seen quite a variety of what the industry has to over. Kamzang offers the best itineraries, with meticulous attention to safety and comfort, with minimal environmental impact and maximal cultural interaction. These experiences are not to be missed.
– Gary G (USA), Ladakh Nomads, Lakes + High Passes Trek 2016

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A truly outstanding trek experience! Kim and her team are amazing! This is the second Kamzang Journeys trek I have taken. Every aspect of the trip was well planned and executed. The entire team is professional and make every effort to make the trip an outstanding experience. If you are considering a trek, Kamzang Journeys is the company to go with!
– Vernon G (USA), Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Trek 2019

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Fabulous trekking in a fabulous region! I love Ladakh and came here first in 1981 (trekking from Manali to Leh). I’ve been back six times (now) since and all of the six have been with Kim Bannister and Kamzang Journeys. She and her crew find superb remote routes (and avoid the ever increasing road network); their attention to the comfort of the well being of the customers is second to none. There is no single supplement it is assumed you’ll have your own (large) tent which makes daily routine so much easier and more enjoyable with plenty of room to have your kit in your tent. The dining tent is erected as soon as you are in camp and provides tea/coffee biscuits and a nice place to sit in between meals. Trekking in Ladakh in June – September is ‘summer’ so the days are quite long (light by 5.30 a.m. and not dark until 7.30 p.m. in July) so having had a day’s walking you get into camp with plenty of daylight left and you can wash yourself and any clothes and both will dry. It also provides time to relax in the sun. The weather is lovely; hot days (shirtsleeves) and cool nights are perfect for sleeping. Very little in the way of biting insects! Kim’s cooks are super and the menus great with lots of fresh vegetables and fresh fruit (and she arranges for a mid trek re-supply of these). Breakfasts are varied … porridge, eggs (of your choice), and a daily ‘baked product’. Superb ahead of a day’s walking. Hygiene standards are super. I’ve never had an upset stomach on trek with Kim, and an excellent first aid kit is carried for any needs that may arise. Can’t recommend them enough; they’re a happy team (and it’s the same crew year after year). One of the last great wilderness regions of the world and one of the few trekking destinations where the optimum time to go is during the European summer holidays!
– Sally L (UK), Nomads, Lakes + High Passes Trek 2018

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This was a fabulous trek in the high Himalayas. Kim Bannister, the owner of the company and the main guide on this trip, was knowledgeable about the area, the route and the people. She went above and beyond to take care of all the trekker’s needs and make sure everyone was comfortable. The staff and the horsemen were competent, helpful and friendly. The overall experience was excellent and I would definitely do another trip with Kamzang Journeys.
– Brooke S (USA), Nomads, Lakes + High Passes Trek 2018

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Outstanding trekking adventure, first class guides and personal attention – this is why Kamzang has so many repeat clients! We trekked with Kim Bannister and Lhakpa Dorje Sherpa for 22 days through remote Zanskar in Aug 2014. It was the adventure of a lifetime. Kim has many years experience and a loyal team of support staff and horsemen. Food and camping were very well organized; Kim and Lhakpa lead us through stunning scenery into remote Zanskari villages. Their detailed local knowledge and ability to speak with villagers made for a memorable rich experience. Over high passes and crossing rivers we always were in good hands. Thoroughly recommended if you really want to trek off the map.
– David R. + Kathy F (Canada), Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Trek 2014

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Kamzang Journeys runs a first class trekking company. This is my second trek with them, and I highly recommend their trips. Read the trip description carefully to be sure it is what you want and you are up to the challenge, but if so, you will not be disappointed. The food is delicious and plentiful. They can easily cater to vegetarians. Equipment is excellent and the staff is second to none. On the Salt Lakes and Nomads Ladakh trek, we rarely saw any other Westerners. We were not on the standard trekking routes most of the time, and had the most beautiful scenery and lovely campsites all to ourselves. It’s an adventure you won’t soon forget!
– Kate C (USA), Nomads, Lakes + High Passes of Ladakh 2016

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Best treks ever! I just finished my second trek with Kamzang Journeys, my 9th Himalayan trek overall, so I’ve seen quite a variety of what the industry has to over. Kamzang Journeys offers the best itineraries, with meticulous attention to safety and comfort, with minimal environmental impact and maximal cultural interaction. These experiences are not to be missed!
– Gary G (USA), Ultimate Ladakh, Wild Sacred Upper Mustang + Upper Dolpo to Mustang Treks

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I’ve now trekked with Kim and Kamzang Journeys four times. Every single one of those treks has been a wonderful experience!  A female trek leader is great; there is an attention to ‘home comforts’ which makes all the difference: individual tents as standard (no supplement), the festival tent which is available not only for meals but as a shady place to sit and read/relax and which has constant hot water for tea/coffee! There are the ‘pre dinner’ snacks. The biscuits on tap. The pretty rugs. All really comfortable and relaxing after a day’s walking. The crew are permanent employees and work well together and are very attentive to everyone’s needs and those of us returning for second (and subsequent) treks are greeted as friends. On my last trek, out of the 11 trekkers, 7 of us were repeat trekkers with Kamzang Journeys!
– Sally L (England), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2015

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I’ve traveled with Kamzang Journeys twice on their Wild Ladakh and Everest High Passes treks, and and yearn for another chance! Every detail is expertly handled. After eight weeks with the Kamzang team I have nothing but gratitude and admiration for their attention to my comfort and well-being in very high places.
– Chris R (USA), Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Trek, Everest High Passes 2015

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Thanks again for another exceptional trek! I really enjoyed meeting your Ladakhi ‘ebi’ (grandmother) and grandfather. What special people they are – radiant kindness. And the tea party with the ‘grey-haired’ laughing, venerable women of Yulchung! You give your all Kim, and I so appreciate it. The Jumlam – with all its adventurous passages – was amazing. And once again, your passion and compassion for the people, culture & wildlife shine through. Namaste!
– Sue L (Canada), Ultimate Ladakh & Jumlam Trek 2015

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Magnificent treks and highly professional! I have trekked with Kim 5 times, 4 in Ladakh in Northern India and 1 in Nepal. On all 5 occasions the treks were very well organized and run in a very professional manner. Kim’s crew are all enthusiastic and are very happy to provide assistance where necessary. As trekkers you are very well looked after with individual tents and a large tent for socializing and dining. Kim and Lhakpa plan their treks so they are interesting and that they go off the beaten track and you are not walking in procession with other trekking groups, Kim is aware of the different needs and capabilities of her trekkers and her daily itineraries cater for all. On the more challenging parts of her treks Kim and her crew are always there to support. I hope to do more trekking with Kim and Kamzang Journeys and highly recommend them!
– Dennis B (Australia), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2015, Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Mustang Trek 2014, Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Trek 2013 ++

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An adventurous journey in Ladakh! My second trek with Kamzang Journeys (summer 2015) was another great trip! Traversing both villages and wild areas of Ladakh and Zanskar with the superb Kamzang team, both culturally interesting, and gratifyingly challenging, with high altitude passes, canyons, and an amazing river route. Kim is truly passionate about Himalayas in all its varying dimensions. Both Kim and Lhakpa have a synergistic strengths as experienced guides. With a skilled team and great Lhadaki horsemen the trek was wonderful!
– Susan L (Canada), Ultimate Ladakh & Jumlam Trek 2015

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I have been on treks with Kim four times. All her trips are superbly well organized and smoothly run. Everything is take care of. The food is great and accommodation good. The only thing you have to do is the walking. It’s a five star service and great value.
– Peter H (UK), Arun Valley & Gokyo Christmas Trek, Ladakh & Zanskar Treks

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A bucket list must, and an expeditionary style adventure in a pristine environment. All at the good hands of Kim Bannister, the organizational wizard, and her extraordinary staff. Kim and her guide partner Lhakpa Dorji led us on an idyllic route through the remote and beautiful Ladakh & Zanskar region of northern India. My initial apprehensions, as a first time trekker, were quickly extinguished by the friendly and professional manner of the competent staff. It was the experience of a life time, certainly one that I will never forget. This trekking company deserves a “5 star rating”! You need only bring a good set of lungs, a strong pair of legs, a zest for adventure and a sense of humor. I will return!
– Tom B (USA), Ladakh & Zanskar Kora Trek 2013

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Kim is a lovely human and goes out of her way to make your experience the best possible. Attention to detail – and a real pride in doing what she does well – I wouldn’t want to go trekking with anyone else. (and the food is delicious). She’s also genuinely caring about her trekkers and as enthusiastic about the things we saw along the way, like the wild life, as any of us!
– Alice B (UK), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2013

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This was the third time I’ve trekked with Kamzang Journeys and Kim and her crew it was lovely to be back amongst friends. Ladakh is a fabulous destination and a real step back in time to ‘real’ travelling. Trekking with Kim and her crew is authentic but also luxurious; a single tent as standard, the ‘Festival Tent’ for relaxation and meals, hot water for tea/coffee on ‘tap’, and great standards of cooking! No fears of food poisoning as hygiene is excellent. If you’re stuck with June – September for your long Himalayan trekking Ladakh is the place to go and Kim and Kamzang Journeys are the people to go with!
– Sally L (UK), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek, Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Trek + more

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I had a minute to reflect on the past 9 weeks and I feel overwhelmed by how good the time has been. And in every memory, every achievement, every moment I feel a gratitude to both of you, Kim and Lhakpa, for making it possible and eternally memorable. Thank you for making this trip one of the most memorable ones in my lifetime. Kim, you have been a friend when I needed one, a leader when the group needed one, an impeccable organizer, and a great conversationalist. I marvel at your unlimited energy!
– Shiven M (USA & India),
Upper Dolpo to Jomsom 2012, Everest High Passes 2012, Last Nomads of Mustang 2011

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What an experience! Kim, Lhapka and their amazing team at Kamzang Journeys will give you an incredible experience to remember! Whatever trip you choose, you will be introduced to local culture, traditions and daily life. They know the regions well and most of the local people. Their respect for the environment and the local people is something I will never forget. Their small team have worked with them for many years and they will look after all your needs!
– Lana H (Australia), Everest High Passes Trek 2012, Wild Ladakh Zanskar Trek 2014

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I have done a number of treks with a variety of companies. One of these treks was to Ladakh, India with Kamzang. I found the trek’s organization and quality of food to be excellent. Equally important was Kim’s knowledge of the cultures that we trekked through, so that we, as relative outsiders, could gain some insight into their lives. However, two things stand out. Kim’s infectious enthusiasm: not just for the landscapes and cultures we passed through but for dad-to-day life on the trek. Secondly, the shared ‘mess-tent’, a haven of comfort and conversation. Very highly recommended.
– Roger E (UK), Nomads, Lakes & High Passes Trek 2011

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What a trip! Thanks for all your hard work and imagination. Truly a spectacular journey and the clientele you attracted was a magnificent bonus.
– Chris R (USA), Wild Ladakh Rupshu, Ladakh Trek 2011

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Kim runs a tight ship. Everything felt totally thought out and under control. It feels like Kim does such a brilliant job for her own sense of personal satisfaction – that she wouldn’t do anything less then to the best of her abilities! She’s really human and fun and gets right in there with you – her enthusiasm for spotting flora and fauna or taking photos is with as much genuine energy and vigor (or more!) as her trekkers who are seeing these things for the first time. She is generous in every sense of the word, helpful, warm and lovely. Lhakpa is lovely too and hilarious and laid back and will carry you across rivers. The staff are fantastic and it feels like everyone is in it together and well cared for. I really really didn’t want to leave and could have quite easily committed to trekking with Kim forever! I really loved it.
– Alice B (UK), Ladakh Nomads Trek 2011

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I joined Kim’s Nomad trek without knowing what to expect, as it was my first trek. And I absolutely loved it. So much that I’ll try to make trekking my annual activity! Kim runs a very professional trek. Her knowledge of the local landscape and history is amazing. She is genuinely interested in helping the locals (nomads) and cares for their welfare. Her staff are such a close-knit group and they work so well and seamless together. She also provides small little extras that are such a luxury during the trek, biscuits, coffee, tea and very well thought out menu. I am not a strong trekker, in fact, I came last every single day. But never did I feel isolated or concerned about my safety. I can strongly recommend Kim’s trek to anyone, from beginners to experienced trekkers.
– Effi J, Nomads Trek 2011

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Wow! What an unforgettable experience you have given me … I was constantly amazed at your patience with the individual needs and concerns of the group and of the heartfelt care and connection you have with your staff and horses. You are a great leadership team and a joy to wake up to each morning! The landscape, the interactions with the villagers, nuns and monks along the way, the exhileration of the more risky bits of the trip and your smiling faces will not be forgotten. Thank you & Jullay!
– Annie K (Australia), Wild Zanskar Trek 2010

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Thank you for helping to make this trip so special! It really has been a magical experience and a journey which I will always look back on with happy memories. Thank you for sharing with us the beauty of the breathtaking landscape and lovely people that make this small part of the world so unforgettable. This trek has been just what I needed and I couldn’t think of anyone better to be the ones who showed us the way.
– Joe K (Australia), Wild Zanskar Trek 2010

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I wanted to echo the sentiments of the group – I had an absolutely wonderful trek despite the challenges that I experienced some of the time. The trek was the hardest thing mentally and physically that I have every done but I am so proud that I achieved what I set out to do and it will stay in my thoughts for a long time. I will definitely be doing more treks with you!
– Mimi St J-A (New Zealand), Markha Valley & Nomads Trek 2010

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I think about you and Lhakpa and everybody a lot; and I miss the trek, the beautiful mountains, the amazing sceneries and rich culture there. Every time when I go through my trekking photos, the memories of those great moments come back to me, speaking to me and asking me why I haven’t packed my gears and signed up for my next Himalaya trip …
– Summer T (China), Wild Zanskar Trek 2010

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I can gladly say that I’ve never done camping in such style. Had a two man tent each and a big dining tent with blankets and a constant supply of biscuits. We had something like 24 horses and mules to carry all the stuff and the food was gourmet – three-course meals and always plenty of porridge, eggs and pancakes in the morning to get us going. The walking was very special, with many lovely villages along the way and the locals were always keen to come and check out our set up. Basically all above the tree line so the scenery was like nothing I’d ever seen before and every day was.
– Joe K (Australia), Wild Zanskar Trek 2010

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Kim, Lhakpa and the crew will put on a great trip and will take good care of you! The food is exceptional and Kim’s attention to detail especially in the dining tent, adds a great personal touch. Having done trips with other trekking companies before, it’s the small details such this, combined with Kim’s obvious passion/empathy for these places and their people/culture that has drawn me back again and again. However, what really sets them apart for me, is that they provide a fantastic off-the-beaten track experience and do truly exploratory trips in an amazing part of the world!
 – Celesta F (Australia), Remote Villages & Wild Canyons of Ladakh 2009

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The three weeks in 2008 are unbelievably precious to me. Thank you for being a fundamental part of that. You’ll never know truly how much the trek affected me for the good
– Greg H (Australia), Ladakh & Zanskark Trek 2008

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If you want to experience the true nature and common daily life of these regions, you should do it with Kim and her team in Kamzang Journeys! In 2003 I went with her to a pilgrimage to Kailash with first stop in Kathmandu. Her plan for the journey proved the best one and we had the fortune to complete the circumambulation when other Westerners had to go back due to climate conditions. When I decided to visit Asia again in 2007 I did not think twice and booked with Kim for a journey in Ladakh & the Markha Valley, a small group and made one of my best friends to date. Her dedication and love of the region, the people and their culture will give you the real thing, so your experience will be rich and whole, the true Himalayas.
– Male (Mexico), Markha Valley & Nomads Trek 2007 Sacred Kailash Kora Tibet 2003

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Even after a week here in the States, my heart and mind are still in the Himalayas!!! Thanks so much for all that you did to make our trek the incredible experience that it was. Although I got a bit tired at times, I did so enjoy the experience so much. How blessed I feel to have been able to go on this trip, especially with such a great group as our merry little band. Do greet the crew for me and thank them again and again. I hope all of you are safe and having a blast out there on the trail somewhere…
– Terry R (USA), Ladakh, the Land Beyond 2007

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It turned out to be a really great trip and I am most glad that I participated! The land and the people turned out to be as interesting as you had promised. And the fellow travelers turned out to be amiable. The last, but not the least, Temba and his assistant cooked up a storm. And all this sunshine…
– Rein Grabbi, Zanskar, the Land Beyond 2005
Kim & Joel, Project Himalaya

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I want to tell you both how much I enjoyed the trek, how it really has been a “trip of a lifetime” for me that has given me wonderful new insights into Ladakh and a rich experience that I will always treasure (and hopefully repeat)! You were both instrumental to that experience, and I appreciated immensely your energy, enthusiasm and passion for trekking and your deep knowledge of the culture and history of Ladakh.
– Scott R, Jumlam 2005
Kim & Joel, Project Himalaya

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Thank you Joel, Kim, Lobsang and team for a trek that far surpassed all hopes and expectations. You can supply the adjectives for yourself to save me from descending too far into the realms of cliché – any delighted superlatives will do. Unforgettable, and certainly not the last time I hope to come out
– Evan J (UK), Caravan 2003
Kim & Joel, Project Himalaya

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Travel Reading
Travel Books

Articles & Documentaries | Ladakh & Zanskar, Indian Himalaya
Stok Palace: Inside the 200-year-old Home of Ladakh’s Namgyal Dynasty |  Architectural Digest India

Buddhist Nuns Travel for the First Time – A Touching Journey Through India | Caroline Reigel Video

Kamzang Journeys | The Ladakh Great Himalayan Bicycle Trip | David Koelle Video

Stunning Time Lapse of Ladakh in 4K | Reels & Frames

Becoming a Woman in Zanskar | Jean-Michel Corillion

Ladakh Diaries | Postcard from Paradise | India Today – Features Kamzang Journeys

Nomads in Ladakh: Hard Living at Altitude | France LeClerc Blog

On Snow Leopard Mountain | BBC Planet Earth

Child Monks of the Himalayas | BBC – In Pictures

Chang Tang Pa | Cat Vinton Photo Essay

Silent Roar, The Snow Leopard | National Geographic Documentary

Shepherdess of the Glaciers | Trailer YouTube

Ladakh, Mountains & Men | Le Figaro

Blog Article | Za Rahula Local Nomadic God

Ladakh, the Last Shangri La | National Geographic

A Journey to Little Tibet | National Geographic

Legends of Dha Hanu | Stephan Kloos

India: Extreme Biking in Beautiful Ladakh | The Telegraph UK

The Grey Ghosts of the Mountains | Vimeo

Kashmir, the Inheritance of Loss | New York Times

Cracking India’s Mystifying Nod Code – BBC Travel

The Ravishing Art of Alchi – NY Times Books

The Planet Doesn’t Need Money, It Needs Behavioral Change: Sonam Wanchuk | The Week

A Brother’s Five Decade Search for a Lost King From Ladakh | A Better India

The Ice Stupas | New Yorker

Yak Herders’ Vanishing Way of Life | New York Times

Himalaya, Land of Women | Marianne Chaud ZED Arte France

Our World Return to Zanskar | BBC

Kashmir & Srinagar
A Journey to Kashmir’s Gurez Valley | NY Times

Kashmir, the Inheritance of Loss | New York Times

What is Article 270 & Why Does it Matter in Kashmir? | New York Times

Haider | Kashmir Film

Street Food in India | India Mike Blog

Fascinating Delhi & India Article Series
Jungle Prince of Delhi | NY Times

Mystery of the Royal Family of Oudh Unravels a Bit More | NY Times

Special Episode | The Jungle Prince | NY Times

Gandhi & India | BBC Documentaries

In Search of Gandhi | BBC Documentary

The Making of the Mahatma – Part 1

The Rise to Fame – Part 2

The Road to Freedom – Part 3

Ladakh Cycling Videos
Nubra – Wari La Cycle | David Koelle

Lamayuru, Leh, Nubra + Khardung La Cycle – | David Koelle

Pangong Lake + Chang La Cycle | David Koelle

Srinagar – Lamayuru Cycle | David Koelle

Leh – Manali Cycle | David Koelle

Kamzang Journeys | Ladakh Trek Videos
Kamzang Journeys | Kharnak Nomads | MennoBen

Kamzang Journeys | Markha Valley | MennoBen

Journeys | Changthang Nomads | MennoBen

Kamzang Journeys | Rupshu Nomads | MennoBen

Leh & Indus Valley | MennoBen

Articles + Documentaries | Ladakh + Zanskar, Indian Himalaya
Stunning Time Lapse of Ladakh in 4K | Reels & Frames

Becoming a Woman in Zanskar | Jean-Michel Corillion

Ladakh Diaries: Postcard from Paradise | India Today – Features Kamzang Journeys

Nomads in Ladakh: Hard Living at Altitude | Blog by France LeClerc

On Snow Leopard Mountain | BBC Planet Earth

Child Monks of the Himalayas | BBC – In Pictures

Chang Tang Pa | Cat Vinton Photo Essay

Silent Roar, The Snow Leopard | National Geographic Documentary

Shepherdess of the Glaciers | Trailer YouTube

Ladakh, Mountains & Men | Le Figaro

Blog Article | Za Rahula Local Nomadic God

Street Food in India | India Mike Blog

Ladakh, the Last Shangri La | National Geographic

A Journey to Little Tibet | National Geographic

Legends of Dha Hanu

India: Extreme Biking in Beautiful Ladakh | The Telegraph UK

The Grey Ghosts of the Mountains | Vimeo

Kashmir, the Inheritance of Loss | New York Times

Cracking India’s Mystifying Nod Code – BBC Travel

The Ravishing Art of Alchi – NY Times Books

Gandhi | BBC Documentary (3 Parts)
The Making of the Mahatma – Part 1
The Rise to Fame – Part 2
The Road to Freedom – Part 3

In Search of Gandhi | BBC Documentary

Haider | Film about Kashmir

GoPro + Ladakh Cycling Videos!
These great YouTube videos were put together by friend and cyclist David Koelle. Although they’re not exactly our routes, they give you an idea of the roads, the beauty and the challenges of cycling in the Indian Himalaya!
Nubra – Wari La Cycle | David Koelle
Lamayuru, Leh, Nubra + Khardung La Cycle – | David Koelle
Pangong Lake + Chang La Cycle | David Koelle
Srinagar – Lamayuru Cycle | David Koell
Leh – Manali Cycle | David Koelle

Kamzang Journeys Ladakh Trek Videos
Kamzang Journeys | Kharnak Nomads | MrMennoBen
Kamzang Journeys | Markha Valley | MrMennoBen
Kamzang Journeys | Changthang Nomads | MrMennoBen
Kamzang Journeys | Rupshu Nomads | MrMennoBen
Leh + Indus Valley | MrMennoBen

Kamzang Journeys
https://kamzangjourneys.com/
kim@kamzang.com, kamzangkim@gmail.com
info@kamzang.com
Kim Bannister, Chez Kim, Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal
Kamzang Journeys LLC, USA

India Contacts
Kim Mobile: +(91) 9103 666078, 70067 70368
Lhakpa Mobile: +(91) 9419 977569, 9622975461
Kim’s WhatsApp: +(977) 9803 414745
Lhakpa’s WhatsApp +(977) 9841 235461 (WhatsApp)

Khumbu Adventures (Nepal)
Lhakpa, Doma & Nuru Sherpa
Lhakpa Mobile: +(977) 9841 235461 (WhatsApp), 9823 905461
Doma Mobile: +(977) 9841 510833, 9803 675361
Nuru Wangdi Mobile: +(977) 9803633783 (WhatsApp)
www.khumbuadventures.com
hiking.guide@gmail.com, nuruwangdi@gmail.com

Srinagar & Kashmir Contact
Shangaloo Travels
Mehraj Deen (GM & Ladakh Operations)
mehraj@shanglootravels.com
Mehraj Mobile: +(91) 9419013874, 9858986512
Office: +(91) 0194 2502083
Shangaloo Travels Tel : +(91) 0194 2502082-90, +(91) 9596 787001-20

On-Trek Contact
We are not able to use our satellite phone in India or Ladakh because of security restrictions. In case of emergency, a few numbers are listed below, or contact Doma or Nuru Sherpa of Khumbu Adventures in Nepal. We sometimes have access to landlines during the trek, and will try to use our Garmin InReach for text messaging.

Padma Deachen Mobile (Shaynam Hotel): +(91) 70510 49977 (WhatsApp)
Jigme Mobile (Shaynam Hotel): +(91) 96229 96242 (WhatsApp)
Jigmet Punchok (Driver & Leh Company – Adventures La): +(91) 99062 49085 (WhatsApp)
Ang Chuk Mobile (Driver & Friend): +(91) 94193 44641 (WhatsApp)
Tenzin Wanga Email (Ang Chuk’s Son): tenzinw5@gmail.com

Communications on Trek | Garmin InReach Messaging Service
Kamzang Journeys has a Garmin MapShare page for sending + receiving messages to our Garmin InReach satellite messaging device. Give this link to friends + family who want to follow our progress on the trek, have them send us a message so we have their email in the system. We can message them back directly, email works better than texts. Messages are free, enjoy.
https://share.garmin.com/KimBannister

Kim will post InReach updates to the Kamzang Journeys Facebook page.

Satellite Phones & Drones in India
Satellite phone, Garmin InReach, SPOT or satellite communications of any sort are STRICTLY PROHIBITED in India! Serious consequences, please leave yours at home! Drones are also illegal in Jammu & Kashmir unless registered with the appropriate government office in Delhi.

Kamzang Journeys FaceBook
https://www.facebook.com/kamzangjourneys/
Posts from Leh before + after the trek.

Kamzang Journeys | Kim Bannister Photography
https://kimbannisterphotography.smugmug.com/

Kamzang Journeys Blog
https://www.kamzangjourneys.com/kamzang-journeys-blog/

Shop Kamzang Journeys Products
https://www.kamzangjourneys.com/store/

Shop Kamzang Design
https://www.etsy.com/shop/KamzangDesign

The Kamzang Fund
Sponsoring Children, Medical Issues and Giving Back to Himalayan regions.
https://www.kamzangjourneys.com/kamzang-fund/

Travel Books
https://www.kamzangjourneys.com/kamzang-journeys-travel-books/

Arrival Hotels Leh
Hotel Shaynam
Hotel Omasila
Padma Guest House

Hotels in Leh | Alternative & Luxury Hotels
We use Hotel Shaynam, Padma Guest House or Hotel Omasila as our arrival hotel, depending on availability and your preference. Our standard hotel is the Hotel Shaynam where Kim and the Kamzang Journeys staff stay, a lovely family-run guest house with a blooming garden, deck chairs, tables + umbrellas. We don’t charge a single supplement at Hotel Shayman. We charge a single supplement for Omasila and Padma, and a double upgrade for Omasila. We will book all hotels for you regardless of where you stay. Please specify your preference when booking a trek. Breakfast included in all of the hotels.

Leh Alternative & Luxury Hotels 
We will confirm current prices yearly, please inquire …

Alternative Hotels
We’re happy to book other hotels of your choice. Some recommended hotels below.

Hotel Royal Ladakh
Single Supplement – $225
Extra Nights – Single $80, Double $90, Suite $115
Breakfast Included

Dragon Hotel
Single Supplement – $200
Extra Nights – Single $70, Double $80, Suite $120
Breakfast Included

Luxury Hotels
Spash out on one of Leh’s most luxurious hotels! We will be happy to make any bookings needed. Enjoy!

The Grande Dragon Ladakh
Single Deluxe $220, Single Suite $210
Breakfast Included

The Zen Ladakh
Single/Double Premium $155/$180
Zen Cottage – $250
Executive Suite – $310
Presidential Suite – $340

Nimmu House
Nimmu Village (45 Minutes from Leh)
4 Rooms + 5 Tents
Single/Double Rooms – $170/$190
Single/Double Luxury Tents – $185/$205

Pangong Serai
Single Supplement – $50 Per Night
Extra Nights – $50
Breakfast Included
Lunch + Dinner – $20 Per Meal

Travel Medical Insurance
Required for your own safely. We carry a copy of your insurance with all contact, personal and policy information with us on the trek and our office in Kathmandu keeps a copy. Note that we almost always trek over 4000 meters (13,000+ feet) and that we don’t do any technical climbing with ropes, ice axes or crampons.

Note that private helicopter insurance generally not available in India!

Travel Medical & Travel Insurance
TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE is required to travel with us. We strongly recommend TRAVEL INSURANCE as well in case of international or domestic flight cancellation or unexpected costs on the trip such as helicopters when flights are cancelled or passes are impassible. Your insurance must include HELICOPTER EVACUATION and travel over 4000 meters (over 13,000 feet). In INDIA and TIBET helicopter evacuation is more difficult, although we still recommend including this option in your policy. Please do your own research, check with your local insurance provider for the company best for your country, age and trip requirements.

INSURANCE NOTE | Please bring us a PRINTED PAGE with your name, address, personal emergency contact, insurance policy name and number and the overseas contact number to call in case of emergency for us to give to our local agents (we don’t need the particulars, just a one-page copy of the policy).

Global Rescue Services
Safety is our top priority, but unforeseen emergencies can occur on any trek, cycling trip or journey. A Global Rescue membership will provide you with 24 hour advisory services, field rescue (evacuation from your point of injury or illness to the nearest appropriate medical facility), and also evacuation to your home hospital of choice for continuing care all at no cost to you. You can purchase the coverage directly from Kamzang Journeys, with or without the IMG travel medical insurance coverage.

Global Rescue Services
Global Rescue & IMG Travel Medical Insurance
https://globalrescue.com/kamzang/

Travel Medical Insurance Suggestions
Travel Guard & AIG Travel Insurance
http://www.travelguard.com/
HTH Travel Insurance
https://www.hthtravelinsurance.com/
Allianz Care Travel Insurance
https://www.allianzcare.com/en/personal-international-health-insurance/travel-insurance.html
Adventure Sports Cover 360
https://asc360.com/
TravelEx Insurance
https://www.travelexinsurance.com/
AXA Travel Insurance
https://www.axatravelinsurance.com/
CoverMore Travel Insurance
https://www.covermore.com/
World Nomads Travel Insurance
http://www.worldnomads.com/
Seven Corners Travel Insurance
https://www.sevencorners.com/insurance/HW35TW3
Generali Global Insurance
https://us.generaliglobalassistance.com/
World Trips Atlas Travel Insurance
https://www.worldtrips.com/travel/insurance/Atlas-International-Insurance/
Ripcord Travel Insurance
http://www.ripcordrescuetravelinsurance.com/
International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (IAMAT) – FREE Membership
www.iamat.org

Helicopter Service & Rescues Leh, Ladakh
Please pass on this information to your travel medical insurance provider …

HeliService Ladakh (Government Agency)
https://heliservice.ladakh.gov.in/
+91 01982-255567, contact@heliservice.ladakh.gov.in

Ladakh Rescue Center
Mr. Nasir Mohd
+91 96229 98919, 94194 41333, nasiradvo786@gmail.com
Working together with:
Pawan Hans Helicopter Service (Government Regulated))
https://www.pawanhans.co.in/english/index.aspx

Medical
We have a full medical kit with us including Diamox (for acclimatizing), antibiotics, inhalers, bandages, re-hydration, painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs etc. but please bring a supply of all prescription and personal medications. Kim has First Aid, CPR and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications as well as many years of experience with altitude in the Himalaya but is NOT a qualified medic or doctor, so please have a check-up before leaving home, and inform us of any medical issues. This is for YOUR OWN safety.

DO bring all prescription medications and good rehydration/electrolytes. We advise bringing your own Diamox, Ciprofloxin, Azithromyacin & Augmentin. We have all of these with us but the Western versions are always better than the Indian equivalents.

PAC Bag & Oxygen
We carry a Portable Oxygen Chamber, or Gammow Bag, with us on many treks. There is no charge for use of the PAC bag but oxygen is $300 per canister (cost price, pass on to insurance company).

Health Information
India Health Information
CDC
We also recommend bringing probiotics with you to help prevent infections while on trek. Doctor’s recommendation!

Arrival in India
ARRIVAL NOTE | Flights to/from Leh are NOT included in the price or itinerary. Everyone will need to arrange their own flight or overland trip to Leh. You can book your international flights all the way to Leh, Ladakh (IXL) which will ensure that your flight provider is responsible for hotels if your flight is delayed or cancelled. You might also want to come overland from Manali, breath-taking jeep safari, or from Srinagar, both some of the planet’s most spectacular drives.

Email us your flight arrival details and have our contact details with you when you arrive in Delhi in case you need assistance. Kim will have her mobile with her, as will our agents from Dhruv Travels, so don’t hesitate to call. We can help with hotels, flights, airport pick-ups and drops, sightseeing in Delhi or travels further to Rajasthan or Agra & the Taj Mahal (see Dhruv Travels).

GET YOUR INDIAN VISA
You can get your Indian e-Visas (visa-on-arrival) online, either at the Indian government website or at the easier, and slightly more expensive iVisa website. Extensions are possible but very difficult. You must have your visa BEFORE arriving in India!

INDIAN GOVERNMENT SITE
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/Registrationi

VISA
https://www.ivisa.com/india-visa-application

INDIAN VISA REFERENCE & ADDRESSES
Hotel Leh: Shaynam Hotel, 20 Old Leh Road, Leh, Ladakh, 194101
+(91) 70510 49977
Contact: Jigmet Singay Dadul &/or Padma Deachen
Mobile: +91 70510 49977 (Padma)
Mobile: +91 96229 96242 (Jigmet)

EXAMPLE:
Reference Name: Padma Deachen
Address: 20 Old Leh Road
Line 2: Ladakh
State: Jammu & Kashmir (or Ladakh, when the system is updated)
District: Leh
Phone: 70510 49977 (don’t need +91)
NOTE: Don’t add spaces or +country code when adding your phone or mobile numbers.

Travel Agent Delhi: Dhruv Travels, 2464, Nalwa St, Chuna Mandi, Paharganj, New Delhi, 110055  (Tel: +91 11 2358 2715)
Kim’s Mobile: +(91) 9419 981715

Satellite Phones & Drones
Satellite phones are ILLEGAL in all of India, including Jammu & Kashmir. If you are caught with a satellite phone, SPOT, Garmin InReach or another satellite device it will be confiscated, you will be fined and the owner might go to jail or be restricted from re-entering India. This is serious!

Drones are also illegal in Jammu & Kashmir unless registered with the government in Delhi.

Delhi Hotels
Some suggestions for extra nights + layovers in Delhi, near the airport
Marriott Aero City
The Muse Sarovar
Red Fox
Holiday Inn (Airport)
Andaz Delhi
Architectural Digest Article on Andaz

Delhi Restaurants & Bars
Zomato Restaurant Reviews

Notes on Itinerary
Although we try to follow the itinerary below, it is ONLY a guideline based on years of experience trekking in the Himalaya. At times local trail, river or weather conditions may make a deviation necessary; rivers may be impassible, snow blocks passes, and landslides wipe out trails. The trekking itinerary and campsites may also vary slightly depending on the group’s acclimatization rate or sickness.

The Himalaya are our passion, and we take trekking seriously. Although everyone is here on vacation, please come with a dollop of patience and compassion added to your sense of adventure …

Temperatures & Clothing
Dress conservatively in Leh and on the trail as a rule. Shorts are okay if they aren’t too short, mini skirts aren’t recommended. Sleeveless t-shirts are absolutely fine, but perhaps avoid tank-tops on the trail. Super tight doesn’t go over so well with the village elders. Many of the younger generation in Nepal wear modern Indian or Western-influenced clothes, but remember that you haven’t signed up for a beach or surf vacation. Use your good judgment, be an ambassador for western tourists! Please ask Kim or your guide if unsure about appropriate clothing.

Leh is generally very hot during the day (t-shirt weather) and cool at night (long sleeve shirt, fleece or synthetic jacket weather depending on month in the summer). A sun hat is essential during the day, sandals like Keens perfect for both a wander around town and trekking. Ladakh is very casual, a pair of jeans and shirt fine for evenings.

Trekking temperatures vary considerably, and you will need a wide range of trekking gear during the trek. Gear will range from sandals to boots, from t-shirts to down jackets. We suggest packing a warm sleeping bag, and bring layers. A full discussion of gear on ‘Gear’ tab.

Cultural Issues
Ladakhis are very open and welcoming, but there are a few issues you should be aware of to make your stay in Ladakh more fulfilling. Use your right hand to pass things, shake hands or do most anything. Left hands are somewhat taboo. Best not to pat kids on heads, or point feet ahead of you at monasteries. Don’t walk over someone’s legs or feet, but put your hand down in front of you to signal them to pull their legs to the side. Take off shoes and hats when going into Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples, don’t use flashes inside monasteries or temples in general, be respectful of a puja (prayer ceremony) if attending one. You can talk, all religious are very tolerant, but be aware of your level of voice.

Ladakhis don’t anger quickly, so try not to raise your voice if exasperated or angry as it only will make a situation worse. Do bargain at shops, with taxis and rickshaws, but don’t fleece them. They are poor and making a living, generally.

Give small donations on the streets if you choose, but try not to encourage begging too much. Be aware of who you are giving money to, and please only give small amounts. If you do want to donate to a cause, ask about our Kamzang Fund or other responsible organizations.

Note that Leh and Ladakh are melting pots of different religions: Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim, as well as a few Christians. Tolerance and acceptance of all religions tolerated!

Pampering Yourself in Leh
Inquire if you’re interested in staying in one of Leh’s high end hotels. A few suggestions …

Stok Palace
‘Built entirely by the Ladakhi craftsmen in 1820, the Stok Palace still continues to be a snug abode for the Namgyal dynasty. The Namgyal dynasty traces its origin to its founder –Lhachen Palgygon as early as 10th century. You are entering a historical property and the Palace stands 195 years old. The Stok Palace was opened to public in 1980 with blessings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and since it’s been over a decade and visitors continues to pour from all over the World. It encapsulates and reflects the lifestyle and history of Royalties set in the midst of the valley of Singey Sangpo which is known more popularly as Indus River.

Preserved from urbanity, this pristine natural landscape allows you to relax in serene atmosphere, pregnant with the delicious aroma of the country side and amazing views all around and takes the visitors through the imagery experience, detailing the softness of Snow, the brilliance of sunlight, billowing clouds, wandering pathways, and picturesque local architecture. As with anything embracing the grandeur and beauty of nature, the landscapes achieve a sense of timelessness; they envelop the echoes and silence of eons gone by. So come and enjoy the fine dining experience prepared from the family kitchen products coming from the local market and village. You can enjoy the pleasures of healthy and natural Ladakhi, Tibetan and Indian food.’

Nimmu House
‘Nimmu House Ladakh is a sustainable Hotel in Ladakh, 30 km from Leh, in the village of Nimmoo. A noble house belonging to the cousin of the king of Ladakh, from the early 90s, surrounded by an orchard. Nimmu House includes five spacious tents scattered across the orchard and a room located in the house. Activities include Hiking, trekking, rafting, cooking classes, visits to the village of Nimmu and the monasteries of the Indus Valley’

The Ultimate Traveling Camp
‘The first truly mobile luxury camps in India covering a calendar of destinations and festivals. This nomadic super luxury camp introduces the discerning traveller to different adventures in Carefully selected exceptional locations in the mountains, deserts, jungles and unexplored Countryside. Experience the many moods of exotic India with its dramatic landscapes, rustic and unexplored rural surroundings. Rediscover yourself…meet gurus from the far reaches of the Himalayas, raft down the River Indus, watch a game of Polo, a sport of the Royals, picnic in picturesque spots, celebrate tribal hues at the Hornbill Festival, explore quaint tribal Naga villages, or simply curl up in your ‘tent with a view’!

Tips for Staff
We recommend at least $200 per person to go into the tip pool for the staff. Please bring IC with you on the trek for the tips. It’s nice to buy the staff drinks on the last night. Or any other night that you feel like getting them a bottle of run!

Tips in General
Tips are always appreciated but they don’t need to be extravagant. 50 IC to carry bags to/from your room is fine. 100 IC for drivers to/from the airport. Round up taxi fares. A larger tip would be expected for a day trip in a car, perhaps 500 IC. 10% is included in some restaurant and hotel bills in India, and if it’s not included it’s still expected. Check your bills, and still round up at restaurants. Feel free to give out small change to the beggars in the streets (5, 10, 20 IC).

Cash & ATMs
You’ll want some cash with you on the trek for drinks, snacks, beer, sodas, etc. There are often  chances to during the trek, and usually local crafts to buy en route. (You’ll want your tip money IC as well). There are ATMs in Leh but they don’t dispense large amounts of cash so you’ll be best with currency to change. Traveler’s checks not recommended in India.

Extra Days in India | Customize Your Journey
We are happy to book extra nights at the hotel, or a hotel of your choice, if you want to stay in Leh for a few extra days to explore our favorite Central Asian capital, or just to relax and soak in the mountain scenery. We are also happy to book trips to Nubra, sightseeing jeep safaris along the Indus Valley, rafting, bicycling down the Kardung La or any other activity you would like.

See our Extensions Tab for trip ideas!

Srinagar & the Jewels of Kashmir
Kashmir, Srinagar & Indus Jeep Safari
A great extension to any of our Kamzang Journeys treks in Ladakh & Zanskar, or a wonderful trip on its own. Kashmir and Srinagar are some of the jewels of the Indian Himalaya, often described by local Kashmiris as ‘heaven on earth’ ….

We are offering a wonderful nine-day itinerary, flying from Delhi to Srinagar and finishing in Leh via the overland route.
There are many ways to customize this trip, please get in touch to make this trip exactly what you are looking for!

Some of the highlights: old historic Srinagar & the Mughal Gardens, touring Dal & Nageen Lakes by shikara (local boat), the atmospheric morning floating market, a visit to Dacigram National Park, an excursion Manasbal & Wular Lake, the largest lake in Asia, a tour of
Yousmarg  and a visit to Naranag Temple, the oldest in Kashmir.

En route to Leh you’ll have the option to drive the stunningly beautiful Indus highway via the Koji La, with a chance to visit idyllic Sonmarg and stop at several Tibetan Buddhist monasteries along the road to Leh. Or you can take a one-hour flight directly to Leh.

Enjoy the world renown beauty and hospitality of Kashmir!

We also have a nearly perfect extension, again also a trip on its own, of Leh, the Indus Valley monasteries (gompas, in Tibetan or Ladakhi) and a jeep safari to the breathtakingly beautiful and culturally interesting Tso Moriri and Pangong Lakes, the later partly in Tibet. Visit the nomadic communities at Tso Moriri, the traditional villages at Pangong Lake and explore the bustling Tibetan Buddhist monasteries en route to these lakes.

There is lots to explore in historic Leh and tucked away amongst the shady villages and intriguing alleyways of this Central Asian capital.

Kamzang Journeys Products
Kamzang Journeys duffel bags, t-shirts, camp towels and buffs. Handcrafted leather passport wallets, totes and bags, unique Himalayan textile pillow covers, cashmere stoles and more!
Kamzang Journeys Products

Gear List (Camping Treks)
A guideline, not a bible, for the gear you will (probably) need on the trek. Do ask (or send gear links) if you have questions! Everyone has their own method of gearing-ups for the mountain, so although these suggestions are based on 20+ years in the Himalayan regions, they may not be exactly what you bring on a trek. Layers are essential for trekking, and quality is more important than quantity. It’s worth investing in some new, warm, lightweight trekking gear! Kim will check your gear before the trek, if needed.

One duffel bag per person. The airline regulations in Nepal (not applicable to India) allow 15 kg per person for mountain flights (including your daypack). We find ways to adjust, but be aware of this limitation and try to limit your duffel bag and daypack to 20 kg (50 lbs) total. 20 kg (50 lbs) is also the weight limit for our treks, although we’re a bit flexible.

• Duffel Bag (KJ Duffel Bags Available – See KJ Products)
• Day Pack (30-45 L)
• Sleeping Bag (-20 to 0F/-30C to -20 Recommended)
• Air Mattress
• Trekking Boots, Trekking Shoes &/or Running Shoes
• Hiking Sandals, Water or Running Shoes (REQUIRED for River Crossings – Inquire for Your Trek)
• Crocs (Evenings & Washing)
• Down Jacket(s) &/or Vests (Can be Lightweight Down Jackets. Layering Recommended)
• Technical Jacket (Depending on Other Jackets)
• Wind/Rain Jacket & Pants (Inquire for Your Trek)
• Trekking Pants (2-3)
• T-Shirts (3-4)
• Long-Sleeve Shirts (3-4)
• Thermal Top & Bottom
• Thermal (Lightweight) Top & Bottom
• Evening Thermal Top & Bottom (Synthetic &/or Down Pants Optional)
• Socks (5-6)
• Down Booties (Optional, Recommended)
• Gloves (Lighter Pair & Heavier Pair for Passes)
• Thermal Hat
• Baseball Cap &/or Wide-Brimmed Hat
• Camp Towel (KJ Camp Towels Available – See KJ Products)
• Inflatable Camp Pillow (Optional)
• Trekking Poles (Recommended &/or Required – Inquire for Your Trek)
• Micro Spikes (REQUIRED for Most Nepal Treks – Inquire for Your Trek)
• Sunglasses (Extra Recommended)
• Reading Glasses (Extra Pair Recommended)
• Head Lamp (Extra Recommended)
• Water Bottles | Nalgenes or Metal Bottles (2-3)
• Water Bladder (Optional, Recommended)
• Travel Umbrella (Optional, Recommended)
• Watch (or Phone Alarm)
• Battery Chargers & Extra Batteries
• USB Adapter with Multiple Ports (Recommended)
• Camera or Smart Phone (Optional)
• Small Water Filter, SteriPen &/or Squeeze Filter Bottle (Optional)
• Umbrella (Optional, Recommended)
• Camp Washing Bowl (Optional, Collapsible for Clothes)
• Laundry Detergent or Bio-degradable Clothes Soap
• Small Solar Panel (Optional, Recommended for Phones, Camera Batteries, e-Readers – We Often Have Solar Charging Capacity)
• Book(s), Kindle &/or Audiobooks
• Zip-Locks &/or Plastic Bags
• Soft Toilet Paper or Tissues (Optional – We Provide for Toilet Tent)
• Toiletries
• SPF Sunscreen & SPF Lip Balm
• Personal Medical Supplies
• Hand Sanitizers (Small)
• Reusable Wipes (Recommended, Not Single Use)
• Rehydration | Electrolytes (Required)
• Snacks (Required)

Dining Tent Note
We have a ‘dress code’ for the evenings in the tent, which essentially means you’ll be changing out of your trekking clothes and into clean, warm evening clothes (which works well for getting into your sleeping bag after dinner). This is to keep the dining tent as clean as possible, as we eat and sit on the ground in Crazy Creek (style) camp chairs …

Suggested Medical Supplies
We have a full medical kit with us including Diamox (for acclimatizing), antibiotics, inhalers, bandages, re-hydration, painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs etc. but please bring a supply of all prescription and personal medications. Kim has First Aid, CPR and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications as well as many years of experience with altitude in the Himalaya but is NOT a qualified medic or doctor, so please have a check-up before leaving home, and inform us of any medical issues. This is for YOUR OWN safety!

SUGGESTED MEDS | Dexamethasone, Nifedipine & Diamox (altitude), Azithromycin, Ciprofloxacin & Augmentin (antibiotics), blister bandages, Tegaderm &/or bandages, knee & ankle supports/braces (if required), ACE bandage for sprains & strains, cough drops.

Bring whatever pain meds you generally use (Ibuprofen, Paracetamol/Tylenol, Diclofenac), meds for diarrhea (Loperamide/Imodium) and nausea (Ondansetron), antihistamines (non-drowsy & Benadryl is good for a drowsy antihistamine that might help with sleep), as well as any medications that you take regularly or that your doctor prescribes. We recommend picking up a combination Salmeterol & Fluticasone inhaler locally, good for (from a doctor trekking friend) “high altitude cough due to reactive airways, which is kind of like temporary asthma. The ingredients in the inhaler relax the bronchial passages and calm inflammation in the airways.”Stay away from sleeping medications, drugs in the codeine-opiate-narcotic family and other drugs that suppress your breathing (not a good at altitude). And don’t forget electrolytes! Have some with you in your pack (as well as snacks) daily …

We’re happy to take excess medical supplies off your hands when you leave if you won’t need them. We use lots of the large amount we have with us to treat locals, our staff and our  trekkers…

Kim’s Gear Suggestions
I generally wear a trekking t-shirt, trekking pants, a mid-weight long-sleeve shirt, a lightweight synthetic jacket (sometimes paired with a vest), often starting the morning in a lightweight pair of long underwear. I carry a lightweight wind-rain jacket and pants, an extra pair of socks, gloves, a baseball cap and hat in my daypack, and on colder days also have a lightweight down jacket with me.

I use a 35 L Osprey daypack with a bladder, and an extra Nalgene to refill water on the trail, and often use trekking poles. I generally trek in running shoes, although I use boots on very cold days and over passes, and sometimes on hot days I also trek in Keen or Chaco sandalas. I often carry Crocs with me in case of river crossings and to give my feet a break at lunch (Tevas, Chacos and Keen sandals take a long time to dry and are relatively heavy), and I carry micro-spikes on pass days. I always have snacks, electrolytes, my camera or iPhone, sunscreen, hand sanitizer and some toilet paper, a small medical kit and a SteriPen.

Good trekking boots or running shoes that you’ve hiked in before the trek are essential. You don’t ever need climbing or plastic boots (for mini-crampons or micro-spikes). Trekking poles are not required but strongly recommended, especially for going down passes which are often steep and icy, and for treks with river crossings and rocky trails. Bring gators if you tend to use them but they’re not required if you don’t own a pair. Micro-spikes (mini-crampons) or YakTrax are useful (or essential) for pass crossings (inquire before the trek). We have an ice ax and rope with us during some treks for pass crossing days, for extra safety.

Good, polarized sunglasses are essential. Do bring an extra pair in case you lose or break them. Don’t forget a sun hat and/or a baseball cap, perhaps an extra headlamp, and have plenty of sunscreen and lip balm with SPF! Don’t get caught with blistered lips that don’t heal at altitude!

Nights are chilly to very cold, so a down jacket(s) and a WARM sleeping bag are essentials. We recommend a down sleeping bag of -10  to -20 F (-18 to -28 C). Mine is -20 F. At lower altitudes I open it and sleep under it like a quilt, and up higher am toasty warm during cold nights. NOTE sleeping bag ratings don’t correspond to how warm they need to be at altitude. Campsites at higher altitudes can be freezing at night and in the morning. The dining tent is a Tibetan style ‘yurt’ with cotton rugs (dhurries), tables and camp chairs on the ground. It warms up in the evenings when everyone is inside having soup, but it is still important to have warm clothes for the evenings. I change into thermals for the evening at camp and to sleep in when we get to camp; stretchy yoga pants over thermal underwear, light down vest and/or jacket over thermal layers. I love my down (or synthetic) booties at night in the tent! We have blankets for everyone if needed, and we even have a small propane heater on some treks …

Bring XL plastic bags or stuff sacks in your daypack in case of rain. The weather is changeable in the Himalaya, so we recommend that everyone has a strong, waterproof duffel bag for the trek. We supply covers that go over the duffel bags to protect them from rain, dirt + rips.

Day Pack
We recommend a 30-45 liter day pack. Better to have it too large than too small as on pass days you’ll need to carry more warm gear, and you can always cinch daypacks down. Many packs come with internal water bladders, or you can purchase them separately; very good for ensuring that you stay hydrated. Make sure your pack fits comfortably when loaded before bringing it trekking!!

In your day pack, you’ll carry your camera or phone, approx 2 liters of water, a jacket, lightweight wind and/or rain pants (often), a thermal hat, a baseball cap or sun hat, a buff (optional, but great to have on dusty trails), gloves, sunscreen, snacks, electrolytes, maybe something to purify water, hand sanitizer, a small bit of medical supplies, a pack-cover and often a lightweight down jacket. I slip my Crocs in for lunchtime stops or unexpected river crossings, and almost always carry a lightweight down jacket!

Tents
Everyone gets their own North Face style dome tent (3-person, large) without paying a single supplement. Couples share the same sized tent.

Drinking Water
We bring KATADYN (or equivalent) expedition-sized water filters along on the trek for fresh drinking water, ecologically the best way to get water in the Himalaya’s fragile trekking regions. Bring your own SteriPen or Sawyer squeeze filter for a back-up filtered water system during the day if you already have one. We bring ours as well, so this is optional. Please bring at least 2 Nalgene or other water bottles in addition to your water bladder.

WATER NOTE | We do not provide boiled water for filling water bottles on our camping treks although there is endless hot water for herbal, black or green teas, hot chocolate, hot lemon as well as delicious Indian chai and Kashmiri tea.

Snacks
You will NEED snacks hiking at altitude, even if you’re not a big snacker. Bring your favorite energy bars, gels, chocolate bars, dried fruit and nuts, jerky or whatever else gives you quick energy.  Emergen-C and/or other electrolyte mixes are important in water bottles or before or after the trekking day; it is ESSENTIAL to bring electrolytes with you in your day packs in case you cramp up, get diarrhea or otherwise need them.

You might want to bring something to share in the dining tent. Any sort of cheese (especially from your hometown) is great as a treat on a cheese board before dinner, and something sweet is always appreciated!

Rentals
We have (approximately) 0F super-down sleeping bags to rent for $2.50 per day on our Nepal & Tibet treks. You might want a warmer sleeping bag (I use a -20F); if so, please do bring your own, as we want you to be warm while sleeping at night! 

Packing & Extra Gear Storage
It’s easy to pack and unpack from a duffel bag, especially when the temperature drops. It’s a good idea to invest in a strong, waterproof duffel such as a North Face or one of our Kamzang Journeys duffels. You can store extra gear and computers at the hotel while we’re trekking.

Shopping & Snacks in Nepal (& Tibet)
Almost all gear is now available in Kathmandu, from real (North Face, Mountain Hardwear, Sherpa Gear, Marmot or at some shops in Thamel) to inexpensive knock-offs or good Nepali brands. The real gear shops take credit cards. There are many camera and mobile shops, and you can pick up good quality chocolate, snack bars (including gluten free, organic and vegan) and lots of other varieties dried fruits, nuts and snacks in Kathmandu. And, of course, you can shop for pashminas (or cashmere, or fakes, please ask if unsure), good quality silver, handicrafts and locally produced specialty products. We also have a large variety of good quality, unique handicrafts at Café Caravan in Boudhanath.

Our trips to Tibet always start in Kathmandu, so the above advice applies, and you can also pick up interesting Chinese snacks and dried fruits in all of the markets in Lhasa. 

Shopping & Snacks in India
You can pick up some trekking gear in Leh, such as trekking poles, sleeping bags (about 0F), lightweight down jackets, duffel bags, some good Western and Chinese or Asian gear, but not shoes or boots. Top up your gear in Leh if you need to, but best not to rely on doing major shopping here although the second hand markets can be a treasure chest of trekking and cycling gear! There is a large variety of good quality dried fruit and nuts available in Leh at the outdoor markets and indoor supermarkets, and you can also pick up good chocolates, snack bars, dried fruit, nuts and seeds, and herbal teas in Leh at Chospa Supermarket. 

LADAKH | GREAT STAYS

We use Hotel Shaynam, Hotel Chospa, Hotel Padma Ladakh and Hotel Omasila as our arrival hotels, depending on availability, your budget and room preferences. We can also book any of the ‘Great Stays’ hotels for you if you’d like to treat yourself to a unique stay in Leh, or elsewhere in Ladakh. Our standard hotel is the Hotel Shaynam where Kim, Lhakpa and the Kamzang Journeys staff stay, a lovely family-run guest house with a blooming garden, deck chairs, tables and umbrellas. We don’t charge a single supplement at Hotel Shaynam, but we do charge single and upgrade supplements for Chospa, Omasila, Hotel Padma Ladakh (see Date & Price tab). Please specify your room preference when booking a trek. Breakfast included in all of the hotels.

Great Stays & Boutique-Luxury in Ladakh
We’re happy to book other hotels of your choice. Splash out on one of Leh’s most luxurious hotels! We will be happy to make any bookings needed …

Hotel Chospa
Hotel Chospa
“Hotel Chospa is a stunning retreat nestled in the heart of the vibrant city centre of Leh, located on the Old Leh Road. This enchanting abode has been curated to cater to the discerning explorer and those who appreciate the finer things in life. Chospa is the union of contemporary hospitality with the scenic and material biome of Ladakh. The architecture mirrors the traditional Ladakhi construction and materiality, rendering an ambience familiar to locals and unique for visitors.”

Dholkar Resort
Dolkhar Resort
“At Dolkhar, inspired by Ladakh’s people, culture, and traditional values, we have built a boutique stay that integrates a little piece of Ladakh with the rest of the world while keeping central our values of conscious, sustainable, and contextual travel. We create spaces that balance the familiarity of comfort with the excitement of embarking on a new journey of discovery. Dolkhar is ideally located in Tukcha at the heart of the main town, Leh – a place that was once a pit stop on the legendary silk route. The boutique stay is close enough so that you have access to everything you might need from the airport to groceries to medical facilities while still being far enough so you hear only the mountains echo.”

The Grand Dragon Ladakh
Grand Dragon Ladakh
“Established in 2007, The Grand Dragon Ladakh, one of the first 5 star hotels in Leh Ladakh, is owned and operated by the Abdu family from Leh, who have more than 40 years of experience welcoming visitors to the beautiful region. It is decorated magnificently with handmade paintings by Gulam Mustafa (the first modern artist of Ladakh) around every corner are reminiscent of royalty.” 

Stok Palace Heritage Hotel
Stok Palace
“Occupying a high altar of reverence amongst the people of Ladakh, the Namgyal dynasty has resided in the Stok Palace for centuries now. Opened to the public in 1980 with the blessings of the Dalai Lama, Stok Palace today is a boutique and heritage hotel in Ladakh that encapsulates all that this mysterious and beautiful land is.”

Ladakh Sarai
Ladakh Sarai
“Ladakh Sarai started with an erstwhile adventure travel company, Tiger Tops in Stok which lies below the mighty Stok Kangri Range next to the Stok Palace.”

Chamba Camp
Chamba Camp
“Overlooking snow-capped mountains and Thiksey monastery, The Chamba Camp’s tents are superlative. With four poster beds, power showers, bespoke writing desks & private verandahs this is ‘glamping’ to the nth degree. The food is astounding: haute cuisine in high places.”

The Indus River Camp
Indus River Camp
“By day,  explore the grounds, go on local hikes, visit surrounding monasteries and palaces, take in local culture or go rafting, trekking, cycling or motorbiking. Or pick a book from our well-curated library and read to the sound of flowing water. In the evening, we take guests for a riverside sunset walk, after which the milky way becomes visible with the naked eye. Sit out under the open sky by the warmth of an open fire and look out at the moon and its craters through our camp telescope.”

The Apricot Tree
The Apricot Tree
“In the most outstanding location, overlooking the flowing River Indus, Apricot Tree is a true escape. With intricate woodwork and ornate, colorful Buddhist paintings there is even a traditional Ladakhi kitchen where meals can be enjoyed. Rooms are large and bright and feature private balconies.”
Nimmu (45 minutes from Leh)

Nimmu House
Nimmu House
“Housed in a traditional Ladakhi stately home this property provides a choice between tented accommodation or rooms in the house. All are effortlessly chic combining modern muted palettes and traditional Ladakhi fabrics and textiles. The food is superb, both French and Ladakhi and all included.”
45 minutes from Leh

Saboo Resorts
Saboo Resorts
“Comprised of 15 traditional yet modern Ladakhi cottages, all with stunning mountain views. There is a restaurant serving Indian, Ladakhi and Tibetan dishes. Dining under the stars, next to the bonfire proves very popular. A perfect location for exploring the Ladakh valley”
Saboo, 30 minutes from Leh

The Unalome Resort (Diskit, Nubra)
The Unalome Resort
“The Unalome Resort is a tranquil and enchanting retreat nestled amidst the majestic landscapes of Diskit, Nubra Valley in Ladakh. Our resort offers a serene escape, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural splendour and cultural richness of this captivating region.”

Lchang Nang Retreat (Sumur, Nubra)
Lchang Nang
“Lchang Nang retreat – The House of Trees is an eco-conscious luxury hotel and resort in Nubra Valley that celebrates local experiences, people, and culture. Located in the fabled Nubra Valley of Ladakh, on the banks of the Nubra River and on the last stop of the ancient Silk Route. The resort is the very example of a successful and sustainable eco-resort.”

Organic Boutique Hotel (Sumur, Nubra)
Organic Boutique Hotel
A beautiful hotel with large organic gardens, rooms with wooden decks or boutique tents in the willow-shaded alleys of lovely Hunder, in Nubra …

Nubra Eco Lodge (Sumur, Nubra)
Nubra Eco Lodge
“A family run ecotourism venture, located near Sumur sand dunes in the Nubra Valley. The landscape facing the confluence of Shyok and Nubra rivers is the natural habitat for seabuckthorn, wild flowers and desert wildlife. The 11 acre farm with our family home, has been planted with poplar, willow, apricot and apple trees, along with vegetable gardens. It commands a 360 degree view of the Karakoram mountains, the sand dunes and the nubra river.

A large open deck facing the valley near the vegetable garden is used as a lounge or for dining in fair weather. Ideal location to go for long walks along the Sumur sand dunes and the Nubra River. We recommend a minimum two days stay to enjoy the Nubra experience.”

Lotus Eco Resort (Sumur, Nubra)
Lotus Eco Resort
“Situated in the heart of Nubra Valley at a walking distance from the famous sand dunes. Lotus Eco Resort – The Mud House is spread in a sprawling green area of about 4 acres amidst Apricot, willow and poplar trees. Lotus Eco Resort – The Mud House has a well furnished 12 suites embedded with all the modern facilities and yet traditional in all ways, each of the suites is equipped with a beautiful fireplace and couches to sit around.”

Organic Boutique Resort (Hunder, Nubra)
Organic Boutique Resort
“A luxurious hotel which  offers peaceful stay at a very attractive location near to nature”. And wonderful organic gardens, with a choice of rooms or semi-luxury tents …

Yourdum Guest House (Hundur, Nubra)
Yourdum Guest House

Pangong Sarai (Pangong Lake, Maan)
Pangong Sarai
“Just like the firefly looks for the undisturbed nature for its environment, Pangong Sarai turns into the home to the migrants in the disconnection. Pangong Tso lake is a surprising marvel in the mountains. The camps give a brave ordeal to the explorers. Climbing around the mountains, trekking and investigating the untouched land are the essentials of being here. We serve you with the flavors of Ladakh in the Pangong style to enrich you in the extreme.”

Spinney Cottage (Pangong Lake, Merak)
Spinney Cottage
“Nestled amidst the stunning landscape of Pangong Lake, our resort boasts 12 cozy wooden cottages, each offering a breathtaking view of the tranquil waters and majestic mountains.”

Ralpa Homestay (Pangong Lake, Merak)
Ralpa Homestay
“A serene retreat on the tranquil shores of Pangong Lake in Merak, Ladakh. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas, this cozy homestay provides guests with a blend of traditional Ladakhi hospitality and modern comforts. Visitors can enjoy stunning lake views, relish homemade Ladakhi cuisine, and experience the warmth of local culture in a peaceful and picturesque setting, making it an ideal escape for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.”

Sakti Villa (Sakti, Wari La Chemrey Valley)
Sakti Villa

Solpon Homestay (Sakti, Wari La Chemrey Valley)
Solpon Homestay

Holiday Inn (Hanle)
Holiday Inn Hanley
“Hotel Holiday Inn Hanley is located in historic Hanle village. It is the site of the 17th century Hanle Monastery (gompa) of the Drukpa Kagyu branch of Tibetan Buddhism. Hanle is located in the Hanle River valley on an old branch of the ancient Ladakh –Tibet trade route. More recently, Hanle is the home of Hanle observatory, one of the world’s highest sites for astronomical observation.”
Tsering Angmo (Leh): 6899581464

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DELHI & RAJASTHAN | GREAT STAYS

There are many great stays in Delhi and Rajasthan; we’ve listed just a few …

Delhi & Rajasthan | 5-Star Hotels
If you want to treat yourself at a five-star hotel, book a room at The Imperial Hotel, the Taj Mahal or the Aman Resort before or after the trek. It’s a great way to wind down from travels or after a trek! All have spas, pools, gardens and many world-class cafes, restaurants and bars within the air conditioned complexes. Room rates vary considerably depending on the season.

The Imperial ($$$)
The Imperial

Taj Mahal Hotel ($$$$)
Taj Mahal

Aman Resorts ($$$$)
Aman Resorts

Delhi | Stylish Hotels
Easy choices …

Bloom Rooms ($$-$$$)
Bloom Rooms

Colonel’s Retreat ($$-$$$)
Colonel’s Retreat

Ahuja Residences ($$$)
Ahuja Residences

Lutyens Bungalow ($$)
Lutyens Bungalow

Delhi | Homestays
Homestays are increasingly becoming popular in Delhi. Search on-line for a good one; they usually provide breakfast, and dinner if requested.

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