Ladakh
Land of High Passes — monasteries, blue lakes and lunar landscapes
About Ladakh
Ladakh is one of the world's great high-altitude wildernesses — a stark, breathtaking land of barren mountains, electric-blue lakes and centuries-old Buddhist monasteries perched on rocky outcrops. Sitting at over 3,500 metres, it feels closer to Tibet than to the rest of India.
Most journeys begin in Leh and fan out to the surreal Pangong Tso lake, the dunes and double-humped camels of Nubra Valley, and dramatic passes like Khardung La. With its prayer-flag-draped monasteries and warm Ladakhi culture, it's a destination for adventurers and seekers alike.
Top Things to Do
Visit Pangong & Nubra
Journey to the famous high-altitude lake and the desert valley of Nubra over spectacular passes.
Monastery circuit
Explore living Buddhist monasteries, time your visit for a colourful masked festival if you can.
Scenic drives & passes
Take in jaw-dropping mountain roads — some of the highest motorable passes on earth.
Soft adventure
Try gentle treks, mountain biking downhill from the passes, or river rafting on the Indus and Zanskar.
Highlights
- The colour-shifting waters of Pangong Tso lake
- Nubra Valley dunes and Bactrian camels
- Ancient monasteries like Thiksey and Hemis
- Crossing high mountain passes such as Khardung La
- Whitewashed Leh old town and palace
- Stargazing in some of the world's clearest night skies
Know Before You Go
- Altitude is serious — spend your first 1–2 days resting in Leh to acclimatise before excursions.
- Some areas require inner-line permits, which we arrange for you in advance.
- Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and warm layers; days are bright but nights are very cold.