Soul Stirring Leh Ladakh

LehLadakh impresses with its beauty filled with green patches of land, lakes, unimaginable terrains, bright skies, and snow-capped mountains. The region full of ancient Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, LehLadakh proves to be the best if you do it with the right people. It creates a raw space where the vacation can be enjoyed like it should and LehLadakh trip provides the best experience far from regulated polluted areas in India. For the people who have gone stiff because of strenuous schedules, LehLadakh is the dream destination.

The challenging landscape in the Himalayas has many adventure sports activities in Ladakh which will surely satisfy the needs of adventure enthusiasts. The soul-stirring Leh offers the Himalayas with mountaineering and trekking, bike riding through the altitude passes, water rafting on swift mountain rivers, camel safaris, camping and the traditional sports like archery and polo.

Some of the thrilling sports which can be enjoyed while on LehLadakh trip are listed below. 

Trekking

It is the most exciting adventure sport which can be experienced in Ladakh. The rocky landscape of the region offers many options. Many routes are available for trekkers, ranging from beginners to experienced outdoor enthusiasts. 

Unexplored, scenic and challenging, LehLadakh trekking is nothing less than the adventure. From passing through the high-altitude mountain passes and lush greenery to walking on frozen Zanskar river, you’ll have the memories to cherish which will last for the lifetime. The good camping gear and experienced guide are essential for the trek. 

Some of the best routes for trekking include Spituk to Markha Valley Trek, Chadar Trek, Lamayuru to Padum, Hemis Gompa, Tsomoriri to Kibber, Hemis to Tsomoriri, Rumtse to Tsomoriri, Saboo to Khaltsar, Snow Leopard Trek, etc. Best time for trekking onLehLadakh trip is from June to October.

Mountaineering

When you are on top of the world, how can you miss some of the peaks that touch the sky? Ladakh offers many challenges to the mountain. To climb on any peak in Ladakh, permission is necessary to take from Indian Mountaineering Federation in Delhi. Ladakh mountaineering is not only the sport, it is the ultimate challenge of fitness. Gear up with the experienced guide, ropes, crampons and ice axe and get ready for the exhilarating adventure in Ladakh.

Some of the best sites for mountaineering include DzoJongo, Stok Kangri, Golep Kangri, Kang Zatse, Nun and Kun Peak, Kantaka, Matho Kangri, Mentok Kangri, Saser Kangri, Matho Kangri and Konglacha Peak. The best time for mountaineering is from June to October.

Whitewater rafting

The Indus and Zanskar rivers offer excellent opportunities for whitewater rafting in LehLadakh. The rivers mostly remain frozen in winters whereas it gains speed in summers, it is also the best time for rafting expeditions. Experience the soul-stirring Leh from July to September which is the best time for exciting adventure sport.

The best routes for white river rafting include Nimmu – Phey, Hemis – Choglamsar, Upshi – Kharu route, Phey – Saspol, Kharu – Spituk, Saspol – Khaltsey and Phey – Nimmo route. The best time to visit is from July to September.

Motorbiking

Endowed with the highest roads all over the world, motorbiking in LehLadakh is thrilling. Only the experienced rider can dare to try the rugged terrains of LehLadakh. Every year when the road opens, riders from all over the world travel to the magnificent land on their motorbikes. No doubt, the journey is not at all easy, but it is worth it. 

The joy of riding through the Rocky Mountains, rugged terrains, breath-taking views and ancient villages & monasteries is amazing. Some of the best routes for motorbiking include:

• Leh – Pangong Lake – Hemis – Shey – Nubra Valley – Alchi – Kargil – Sonmarg – Srinagar

• Leh – Nubra Valley – Leh – Pangong Lake – Hemis

• Manali – Jispa – Pang – Leh – Pangong Lake – Nubra Valley – Leh

• Leh – Pangong Lake – Leh – Khardung La

The best time for motorbiking is from June to October.