Luxury Snow Leopard Expedition Ladakh

● Total Driving Distance: 3 km
● Total Hiking Distance: None
● Max Altitude: 3,500 m (11,482 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +3,250 m
Take an early morning flight to Leh, a spectacular journey offering breathtaking aerial views of the Greater Himalayas. Upon landing, you will be transferred to your hotel, where the focus for the rest of the day is acclimatisation. The high altitude demands complete rest, hydration, and minimal physical movement. Relax in your room, enjoy warm drinks, and take in the stunning landscape from the comfort of the hotel as your body adjusts to Ladakh’s thin mountain air.

● Total Driving Distance: 25 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 2 km
● Max Altitude: 3,600 m (11,811 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: Minimal
Begin a gentle day of sightseeing designed to support your acclimatisation process while introducing you to Ladakh’s vibrant culture and heritage. Visit the 15th-century Thiksey Monastery, the historic Leh Palace, and the Central Asian Museum, each offering insights into centuries of Himalayan history. Wander through Leh’s bustling market to see colourful textiles and local crafts. With plenty of rest between excursions, this day balances cultural immersion with the steady altitude adjustment your body needs before entering the wilderness.

● Total Driving Distance: 65 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 2 km
● Max Altitude: 3,900 m (12,795 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +300 m
Depart Leh and journey into Hemis National Park, following winding mountain roads into remote high-altitude valleys. Upon arriving at Lungmar Remote Camp, you’ll be welcomed with hot drinks and a detailed orientation session. Settle into your warm, beautifully designed rooms and meet your guides, learning how spotters, terrain, and weather patterns influence snow leopard tracking. With its dramatic scenery and exceptional hospitality, Lungmar forms the perfect base camp for the extraordinary days ahead.

● Total Driving Distance: 10 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 5 km
● Max Altitude: 4,150 m (13,615 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +250 m / –250 m

Your first full day of tracking begins at dawn as expert spotters scan ridgelines for signs of wildlife. Based on their early reports, you’ll hike to carefully chosen vantage points, learning how terrain and movement patterns reveal the presence of snow leopards, blue sheep, foxes, and other Himalayan species. Using Swarovski optics, you’ll observe distant ridges with remarkable clarity. The day blends patient wildlife search with quiet immersion in Ladakh’s stark, breathtaking landscape.

● Total Driving Distance: 10 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 6 km
● Max Altitude: 4,250 m (13,944 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +350 m / –350 m
Follow your guides deeper into lesser-visited valleys known for frequent wildlife movement. These remote areas increase the chances of spotting snow leopards while presenting incredible geological formations shaped by centuries of weather. As you move across rocky slopes, your guides interpret tracks, scrapes, and behavioural signs left by wildlife. Each moment is an opportunity for discovery, making this an exciting and rewarding day in the high Himalayas. Evening tea back at camp closes the adventure beautifully.

● Total Driving Distance: 12 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 7 km
● Max Altitude: 4,200 m (13,779 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +300 m / –300 m
Spend the day exploring elevated ridges that offer panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. These heights often provide the best vantage points for observing wildlife and understanding the terrain snow leopards favour. You’ll learn how seasonal changes, prey availability, and temperature shifts influence animal movement. With the crisp mountain air and expansive silence around you, this day deepens your appreciation for the remarkable adaptations that allow life to thrive in such extreme conditions.

● Total Driving Distance: 5 km
● Total Hiking Distance: 6 km
● Max Altitude: 4,100 m (13,451 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: +250 m / –250 m
Your final day in the field blends quiet anticipation with renewed enthusiasm, as many travellers experience their most memorable sightings on the last day. Follow your guides to key observation points based on fresh overnight reports from the spotters. After a day filled with exploration and reflection, return to Lungmar Remote Camp for a relaxed evening at Sumdo Sarai, sharing stories and celebrating your time in one of the world’s most remarkable wilderness regions.

● Total Driving Distance: 20 km
● Total Hiking Distance: None
● Max Altitude: 3,500 m (11,482 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: –3,250 m
Depart from Lungmar Camp early and drive to Leh Airport for your return flight to Delhi. Enjoy one last look at Ladakh’s starkly beautiful mountains as you descend into the plains. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be transferred to your hotel for a restful overnight stay. This buffer day helps you decompress after high-altitude travel and ensures a smooth transition before your departure flight the next morning.

● Total Driving Distance: 20 km
● Total Hiking Distance: None
● Max Altitude: 250 m (820 ft)
● Total Altitude Gain/Loss: Minimal
Your journey concludes with a comfortable transfer to Delhi International Airport for your flight home. As you depart, you carry with you memories of spectacular Himalayan landscapes, warm Ladakhi hospitality, and the thrill of searching for one of the world’s most elusive big cats. This final morning brings the expedition full circle, leaving you enriched by both the natural beauty and cultural depth of your experience in Ladakh and Hemis National Park.