Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari from Manali in Himachal
Pradesh to Leh in Ladakh
Region
: Himachal & Ladakh
Season : Mid May-October
Duration : 2-4 days.
This is an adventurous Jeep safari through the Trans-Himalayan range of mountains
(similar to Tibet) crosses over five high passes. The main high points of the
Safari are Rohtang Pass ( 3979 mts ), Baralacha Pass ( 16,500 ft ), Nakee La
( 16000 ft ) and Tang Lang La ( 17,500 ft, also the second highest motorable
road in teh world ). One gets to see the different rock formations and changing
colors of the mountains through the entire trip which makes the trecherous journey
into a great experience.
First day we drive for Manali to Sarchu over the Rohtang pass (Alt: 13130 Fts).
240 Kms / 07-08 hrs. The drive takes along the Chandra and Bhaga river valleys
and then over Baralacha Pass, which is also the most beautifull of all the passes
we cross during this journey into sarchu. Staying overnigth in Sarchu in Deluxe
camp gives a very good opportunity for acclimatizing before reaching Leh and
other parts of Ladakh. From Sarchu ( Alt: 4200 mts) we drive to Leh (251 Kms/
07-08 hrs) over the second highest Motorable pass Taglang-la (Alt: 17500 Fts.).
We may also drive from Manali to Jispa then to Sarchu and to Leh which will
take 3 days. If we stay in Jispa we shall be staying in hotel Ibex. Another
option is to spend a day in Keylong and Darcha area and just reach Baralacha
La for height gain and come back to Keylong to get acclimatized better, which
is good for older people.
Aryan Vilage Jeep Safari in Ladakh
Region
: Ladakh
Season : April to December
Duration : 7 days safari
Drokhpas area is situated along the Indus river, the inhabitants are called
Drokhpas belonging to the purest of pure race of Aryans. They are tall, handsome
and hospitable. Drokhpas believe to have migrated to this area via Gilgit valley,
around a thousand years ago from the central Asia. Most of these villages are
dominated by the Muslims, with colorful mosques, and very few Buddhists with
small Gompas.
For this tour we take early morning flight to Leh in Ladakh and then first get
acclimatized with one full day rest. After that we visit around Leh and Then
drive to Khaltse and Dunkhar and then Dahanu for two to three days. Its a wonderful
cold desert safari toward west of Leh along Indus river, we will explore the
valley and the life in its villages along the Indus river in ladakh with small
Gompas. This valley is also known for apricot orchards, Pashmina wool and handicrafts.
We drive back to Leh after 2 - 3 days and then after spending a day in Leh town
we fly back to Delhi. One can also Extend this Jeep safari to Khardungla Pass
which is also the Highest motorable road in the world at 18,380 ft.
Jeep
Safari to Khalsar / Panamik/ Tirit / Leh classic
Region : Ladakh
Season : June to Oct.
Duration : 7 Days safari
Nubra Jeep safari is another jewel in the crown of travel in this mystical
Himalayan region.
Lines up to its name as evinced by the numerous orchards of apple and apricots,
Nubra Valley is located on the famous silk route of old times. which was supposed
to be the only trade route between Indian subcontinet and Europe at that time
and also the only supply line of spices to Europe. The chief crops of Nubra
Valley is wheat, barley, peas, millet, buckwheat and onion. Situated on the
old Silk route of caravans, the beautiful fertile valley was an important halting
place for the caravans. There are two main rivers through the valley, Shayok
and Nubra.
For this safari we start in Leh and drive over Khardung-la (5600 mts) by world's
highest Motorable road to get into the Nubra Valley. Visit monasteries and large
settlement at the bank of Nubra river, sulphur spring of Panamik and 250 years
old Gompa along with handicraft centers and jewelers of Tirit village before
coming back to Leh and fly back to Delhi. Nubra Valley is also the base of the
world's highest battlefield in Siachen glacier. The experience of traveling
along the silver sands of Shyok river with a brown Back drop of Great Himalayan
and Karakoram ranges is simply enchanting for the travelers. This safari is
a must for those who love the ultimate in adventure and want to be closest to
nature and pristine beauty on the earth.
Jeep Safari from Leh / Upshi/ Chumathang/ Mahe/ Puga/
Tsomoriri
Region : Ladakh / Tchang-thang
Season : July to Sep.
Duration : 6 - 7 days safari
This is one of the most trecherous journeys in the ladakh region still the most
popular amongst the travelers and ultimate adventure seakers. We first fly to
Leh for this and then after a full acclimatization in Leh we move on to Mahe
via Upshi and Chumathang. Explore the villages and their Gompas on the way we
carry on towards Puga. From a distance this village before is an unforgettable
sight of the nomadic Changspa in the Changthang plateau, where we also visit
Korzok village right next to Tsomoriri Lake which is 28 km long and 8 kms wide
at altitude of 4510 mts. We will be back by salt water lake (Tsokar) and over
world's second highest Motorable pass Taglang-la (5332 mts) to Leh and flight
to Delhi. Or one can also drive back to Manali straight from Tsomoriri to end
the safari in Manali and further proceed on to Delhi either by flight or by
road.
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