Ladakh Culture & Buddhism: Monasteries, Festivals & Etiquette
The La Ladakh Culture Guide Ladakh Culture& Buddhism Thousand-year-old monasteries, masked dances, turquoise headdresses and butter tea by the kitchen stove. An insider’s guide to the living culture of Ladakh, written by Ladakhis. 1,000+Years of Buddhism GompasIn almost every valley Jun–JulHemis Tsechu JulleyHello & thank you Ladakh is often called “Little Tibet”, but that undersells […]
Wildlife in Ladakh: Snow Leopards, Ibex & Where to See Them
The La Ladakh Wildlife Guide Wildlifein Ladakh Snow leopards on winter ridgelines, wild asses on the Changthang plateau, cranes nesting at 4,500 metres. A local’s guide to the animals of the high desert, and where and when to find them. Jan–MarSnow leopard season May–SepCranes & marmots 4Key wildlife regions HemisNational Park At first glance Ladakh […]
Motorbike Tour in Ladakh: Routes, Passes & Tips (2027 Guide)
The La Ladakh Riding Guide Motorbike Tourin Ladakh The highest roads in the country, passes above 5,000 metres, and stretches of empty plateau with no fuel for hundreds of kilometres. Here’s how to ride Ladakh properly, from people who live here. 3Ways to ride in 5,359 mKhardung La ~365 kmLongest fuel gap Jun–SepRiding season Every […]
Trekking in Ladakh: Best Treks, Seasons & Tips (2027 Guide)
The La Ladakh Trekking Guide Trekkingin Ladakh Old trade routes, high passes and village homestays. A local’s guide to the best treks in Ladakh, when to go, and how to get there without the altitude getting you first. 6Treks covered 3,500 mLeh, your start 5,200 mHighest pass Jun–SepMain season Trekking in Ladakh is slow travel […]
