Ladakh Motorbike Safari

BEST SEASON: JUNE TO OCT

CATEGORY: MOTORBIKE TOUR

REGION: LADAKH

PARENT RANGE: ZANSKAR RANGE

BASE VILLAGE: LEH

GRADE: MODERATE

MAX ALTITUDE: 18,000 FT

FIXED DEPARTURED: NOT AVAILABLE

Ladakh Motorbike Safari

Overview

Beauty at its best region - Ladakh, is a famous tourist destination known in every niche and corner of the world. This landscape offers the best for the tourists around the globe and the generous people of Ladakh make their stay even more comfortable. The beauty of Ladakh has got many admirers as this place facilitates you with the perfect picturesque view throughput your expeditions. The well-known adventures of this place are Trekking, Mountaineering, Motorbike safaris and the sightseeing to the nearest destinations of Leh. This motorbike safari includes the exploration of areas in and around the capital city- Leh.

Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival and Acclimatization day in Leh

Reach the capital -Leh on the very first day of the trip and get going towards the hotel that has been allocated to you. Take some rest in the former hours of the day and get well-acquainted with the climatic conditions of Leh. You must get familiar with the local weather conditions to be versed in the 9-day long journey. You may happen to meet your companions for this Safari on the same day and get conversant with them. By the time it's evening, you will be introduced to your motorbikes and will be authorized to have a short ride around the area. Get some sleep by the night at hotels and start afresh by the next dawn.

Day 02: Local Sight Seeing at Leh.

This day is reserved for the sightseeing in the city of Leh. Ladakh has got so much to offer to you that is unimaginable for a common person. Leh is considered Mecca for the tourists around the globe due to its untouched beauty of snowcapped mountains and majestic valleys comprising both Indian and Tibetan culture. You can go around the central market of Leh to get some art and craft stuff as a memory. And later stroll through the magnificent monasteries, Royal palaces, towns, and forts. Some of the notable places to visit are- Alchi, Likir, Leh Palace, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Sangam Point, Stok Palace, Hall of fame, Shanti Stupa, Thiksey Monastery. Many others can take a look at other sites too, which are, Namgyal Tsemo Monastery, Central Asian Museum, Sankar Monastery, or Sankar Gompa, Jama Masjid, Red Maitreya Temple and Main Buddha Temple. Later in the evening get back to your restrooms at the hotel and stay there for the night.

Day 03: Leh- Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass

Once you are done with the morning meals, start up your motorbike and head on the trail descending into the valley of Nubra. Nubra valley was once the popular route for trading that took place between India and China. This valley has acquired its fame due to its overall splendid look. Its beauty is distinguished from the rest of the valleys that are grounded in Leh. In this valley, the river Shyok meets Siachen river thus forming a large lowland which separates Ladakh and Karakoram Ranges. Maitreya Buddha statue is the prominent sight of Nubra Valley which is maintained by the Diskit Monastery. The main access to the Nubra Valley is though Khardung La pass. This road is open throughout the year. This pass is the second highest motorable road in the world standing at an altimeter of 17,582 ft. Stay overnight in this valley and get ready for the next level adventure for the following day.

Day 04: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake via Agham- Shyok Village

As soon as its dawn, get done with your morning meals and towards the other beautiful site for the day- Pangong Lake. There are two routes moving into Pangong Tso one goes via Wari La- Chang La and the other is via Agham- Shyok village. The best route acclaimed is the later one.The bridges and the roads are quite decent ones. From Nubra Valley move into Agham village. From there descend into the village of Shyok. Moving ahead you move into the landscape of Pangong Tso. On this day you are going to catch the glimpse of the famous Pangong Lake. Pangong lake is situated at an altimeter of 14,270 ft. This lake has gathered so many admirers around the globe due to its praiseworthy beauty. People having the first glance at it almost thought it to be a hypothetical spot. To reach this dreamlike destination you need to cover up 90 km from Nubra Valley. This spot has even acclaimed its fame through many Bollywood movies over the past years. Overnight stay takes place in the landscape of Pangong Lake.

Day 05: Pangong Lake- Leh

After a great day of sightseeing yesterday, you need to revert from the charismatic Pangong Lake after you freshen up and are done with your meals. Quick start the journey for the day covering about 150 km. The time needed to cover up this distance is about 5 hours to be precise. On your way back, you can visit some of the monuments, for instance, the majestic Thiksey Monastery. As you arrive in the city, head towards your hotel and stay overnight in the warm and cozy room.

Day 06: Leh- Tso moriri Lake

The Tsomoriri lake is located to the southeast of Leh placed in eastern Ladakh.The drive from Leh to Tsomoriri Lake is too beautiful. You are going to witness thirty-four unique species of birds and mammals on the way. Crossing Indus river, you tend to move into the campsite and go around the captivating lake for the latter part of the day. This lake is even named as the "mountain lake" as the lake is fed by springs and melting snow from neighboring mountains. Tsomoriri lake is at an altitude of 14,836 ft and the largest of the high-altitude lakes in the country. Night stay happens to be in the camp placed in the terrains of Korzok.

Day 07: Tso moriri Lake- Tso kar Lake

Moving from one beautified location to another mesmerizing location is worth the whole trip. Start up your journey from Tsomoriri and reach Tso Kar Lake moving past Puga. Known for its depth, this place is situated in the southern part of Ladakh. While Tso moriri lake is brackish in nature, the Tso kar lake happens to be as salty as the ocean. This place is even the home to some of the great habitats like kiang, Tibetan gazelles, Tibetan wolves, and foxes; there are steppe marmots, Yaks, and horses in such an altitude place.

Day 08: Tsokar Lake- Leh

As soon as you get up, kickstart your journey from Tso Kar and move towards the capital -Leh While you head to Leh, you have to move past. Taklang La Pass that stands at an elevation of 17,585ft which is the second highest motorable highroad round the world. As you arrive in Leh, visit the places you didn't when you had reached on the very very. Overnight stay in the hotel/ guest home at Leh.

Day 09: Departure from Leh

As this exciting motorbike safari gets over, one needs to head towards the Leh Airport for the Departure. You are going to feel nostalgic the moment you fly back to your hometown. The Valley and those generous faces of people are going to stay in your heart and memories forever, making you delighted and gleeful throughout the journey.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled or change of dates might happen, and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

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It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organizing your trip at least three months in advance. Please contact us for more information. Payment for booking your experience: The fee can be paid by Online Bank Transfer(NEFT)/Cheque deposit/ Demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your booking confirmation details via email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can secure your reservation efficiently and make further arrangements to logistics. In the event of cancellation of your booking due to any avoidable / unavoidable circumstances at your end, we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive the advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows: -

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    The old saying “there’s beauty everywhere, all you have to do is just look around” is true to the core when it comes to the mesmerizing Leh Ladakh travel. Offering scenic vistas of one of the best landscapes in India, a trip to Leh Ladakh India is all about the feel of snow-clad mountains, rugged landscape, soaring peaks, dangerous routes, and roaring bike engines. In short, going on a Ladakh bike tour is all about the good vibes and the undying spirit of a rider.

    BEST TIME TO VISIT LEH LADAKH ON A BIKE TRIP

    The best time to go on a bike trip to Leh Ladakh is from the months of June to September. These months enable the bikers to enjoy the best of Ladakh, as much as they enjoy their bike trip to Lahaul & Spiti. However, most of the riders love to kick-start their new year with this crazy bike trip as Ladakh offers magical vistas which can be cherished round the year except for monsoon season.

    IDEAL DURATION FOR A BIKE TRIP

    Depending on a lot of factors like the route you’ve taken, your entire schedule, and mainly the weather conditions, an ideal duration for a Leh Ladakh bike tour would span over a period of 15 days or more. Also, this duration is apt when one opts for Manali to Leh bike trip from Delhi.

    LEH LADAKH TRIP COST

    A lot depends on the vehicle you are selecting for your journey and the Leh Ladakh road trip cost would also vary on the accommodation and kind of food you choose to eat. Still, an average budget can be arrived upon considering basic factors such as accommodation, meals, and fuel. Hence, under normal circumstances, you will end up spending approximately INR 35000 for a trip to Leh Ladakh on bike for 15-days. This also includes the cost of permits and miscellaneous expenses for the Leh Ladakh bike trip.

    BEST ROUTES FOR A ROUND TRIP

    Considering Delhi as a base for the Ladakh trip by bike, Srinagar to Leh and Manali to Leh are the two main routes that offer the best road conditions and picturesque views. While the first route doesn’t overlap and forms a complete circle from end to end, the second route encircles the rugged mountainous landscapes, offers better views, increases the level of difficulty, and the level of danger.

    .Srinagar to Leh and Back
    .Manali to Leh and Back
    .Leh Ladakh Bike Trip

    BEST ROUTES FOR A ROUND TRIP
    .Pangong Tso
    .Namgyal Tesmo Gompa
    .Zanskar Valley

    The advisable maximum size of baggage that you should be carrying is 60 liters. Remember that you have to carry your luggage to the backup vehicle and into the accommodation .Any damage caused to the bike because of mishandling on the riders part is to be borne by the traveler .In case of change of permit fees, the difference will be payable by the traveler at the beginning of the trip .Permit Cost for Hanle cost 600 PP is not included in the deal
    .Taxes are applicable to the package cost
    .All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees are not included in the package
    .Lunch throughout the tour & meals during the Bus journey will be on the traveler
    .The traveler will have to take care of all International / Domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover
    .Items of personal nature like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips, camera fees etc & any other item not specifically mentioned above as ‘INCLUDED’ will be an exclusion from the package
    .Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like changes in flight and train schedule; cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc will not be accommodated in the package cost
    .A couple of departures were operated in the month of June 2018, but due to government restrictions, the permits are now not available, so the tour is currently not operational.
    .No bill will be reimbursed for any missed service/facility.

    Experience of any high altitude trek at least 1 trek

    · The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 45minutes without a stress.
    · The climber should be able to carry a 10 kg backpack.
    · Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have the conditions mentioned above.

    Shirts / T-shirts, Trousers / Track Pants
    .Windproof jacket, Raincoat / Poncho
    .Thermal inner wear (upper and lower)
    .Woolen cap, Woolen gloves, Woolen socks along with extra pairs
    .Scarf
    .Comfortable Riding shoes, gear and Helmet
    .Towel
    .Water bottle
    .Cap / Hat, Sunglasses
    .Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm
    .Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
    .Personal medication
    .Personal toiletries

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