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Ladakh is widely known as the ‘Land Of High Passes.’ This place is as beautiful as it seems and is an ideal choice for those who want to admire the natural beauty of the region. The place also offers multiple activities to perform amidst the hilly area. There are several exciting things to do in Ladakh which promise an unforgettable time. From visiting the valleys to trying out several adventurous activities, Ladakh pledges to keep your adrenaline rush high. Ladakh is a top-tier choice for a romantic escape and a chosen destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
10 Exciting Things To Do In Ladakh
Below are listed some of the top things to do in Ladakh for a memorable time. These things to do range from exploring the ancient monasteries to admiring the beauty of the lush green valleys of the region.
1. Chadar Trek On The Frozen River
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Chadar Trek is one of the most performed treks in Ladakh as the trek takes you through the frozen Zanskar River. This is one of the most unique trekking experiences in the entire India. Chadar Trek lets the trekkers witness the breathtaking views of the Zanskar Valley with snow-covered mountains. Along the trek, trekkers shall also explore the traditional villages and the local lives of the residents. As the region is remote, trekkers gain valid insight into people’s lives. The adventure while trekking on the frozen river meets unexpected levels.
Best Time To Visit: Late December To Early February
Highlights: Frozen River, Breathtaking Views, Traditional Villages
2. Motor Biking In Ladakh
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Motorbiking in Ladakh is one of the most thrilling things to do. This allows all visitors to explore the region’s stunning landscapes and remote areas including the traditional villages. Ladakh is a biker’s paradise as it takes them through some of the highest motorable passes in the world such as Umling La and Khardung La. Each route offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The roads range from smooth tarmacked ones to rugged ones. Each offers a diverse experience and excitement to the bikers. One of the most visited places from Ladakh via bike ride is Pangong Lake.
Best Time To Visit: June To September
Highlights: Stunning Landscapes, Mountains, Traditional Villages
3. Indus River Rafting In Ladakh
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River rafting in Ladakh has gained prominence amongst the visitors. The Indus River flows through the deserted region of Ladakh. While rafting visitors come across fascinating views of the surrounding landscapes. The rafting takes through the gorges between the mountains in Ladakh and where the confluence of the Zanskar River and the Indus River happens. There are different regions where the difficulty varies. River rafting in Ladakh indeed gives an adrenaline rush to its experiencers. There are different grades of rafting at different spots in the river. Rafting is one of the best things to do in Ladakh.
Best Time To Visit: May To September
Highlights: Confluence Of Zanskar And Indus River, Gorges, Landscape Views
4. Experience Camel Safari
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Camel Safari in the cold desert of Ladakh is extremely unique. Camels take you through the stunning landscape of the region. The sandy terrain looks as beautiful as it seems. Views of the surrounding mountains and rugged terrain add to this amazing experience. There are guided camel safaris available in the region to gain insights about the place and dive into the cultural past as well. A majority of the camel safaris happen in Nubra Valley. This place is home to a small herd of Bactrian Camels. The camel safaris also happen in the Diskit and Hunder regions of Ladakh.
Best Time To Visit: May To September
Highlights: Landscape Views, Guided Camel Safaris, Nubra Valley
5. Try Yak Safari
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Yak Safari in Ladakh promises a memorable experience. The safari route takes you through the deserted land of the region and the lush green valleys. Yaks are said to be the natural-born animals of the region and can withstand extreme cold. Ladakh tourism indeed promotes yak safaris as a part of their tourism department. Yak Safaris mostly happen in the region of Pangong Lake, Tsomoriri Lake and Nubra Valley. The safari route also takes visitors through glaciers, meadows, lakes and rugged terrains. There are various costs for Yak Safari ranging from INR 200 TO INR 400 per hour.
Best Time To Visit: May To September
Highlights: Landscape Views, Guided Yak Safaris, Nubra Valley
6. Explore Leh Market
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Leh is one of the vibrant towns in Ladakh. There is a very vibrant market in Leh which showcases the best of the handicraft items. There are various colourful trinkets displayed on the walls of the shops. The market is open year-round but the best time to visit is during the months of June to September when the weather is mild, pleasant and ideal for exploration. The market sells everything from clothes to jewellery and local street food dishes. It is recommended to try the traditional Thukpa at this place which is a part of the local cuisine of the region.
Best Time To Visit: June To September/ December To February
Highlights: Traditional Clothes, Jewelleries, Local Cuisine
7. Skiing In Ladakh
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Skiing is an activity which is performed mostly during the winter when the snowfall occurs. Skiing allows experiencers to perform the activity on snowy slopes and enjoy the winter wonderland of Ladakh. Tourists shall climb down the snowy hills and enjoy the cool temperatures. The price of skiing starts from INR 2500. Skiing mostly happens in the snowy region and terrains of Khardung La Range. There are many competitions happening for skiing at this place when Ladakh is covered in a blanket of snow.
Best Time To Visit: December To February
Highlights: Adrenaline Rush, Winter Wonderland
8. Visit Pangong Lake
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Pangong Lake is located in Ladakh amidst the picturesque setting. This place is also known as Pangong Tso and is one of the highest-altitude lakes in the world. This lake is famous as the water seems to change colour from blue, green to red. Scientifically the phenomenon happens because of the angle of sunlight striking the water and changing weather conditions of the region. During winters, the lake gets completely frozen and the site is worth witnessing.
Best Time To Visit: June To February
Highlights: Changing Water Colour, Highest Altitude Lake
9. Explore The Ancient Monasteries
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Ladakh is a place which features various monasteries, a few of them being the oldest and the largest ones. Each monastery has a storied past and is rich in culture and heritage. These monasteries are not only places of worship of the Buddhist Sect but also places where teaching and learning happen. Some of the monasteries in Ladakh are Diskit Monastery, Shey Monastery, Alchi Monastery and Phyang Monastery. These monasteries follow Tibetan Buddhism and are the heart of Ladakh.
Best Time To Visit: June To February
Highlights: Insights Into Buddhism, Cultural Heritage Of Ladakh
10. Visit Hemis National Park
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Hemis National Park is located at a high altitude in Leh, Ladakh. This park is globally famous for the snow leopards which reside in the national park. This national park spans over 4000 square kilometres and is now the largest national park in India. The park ranges from the area in Hemis to the north of Zanskar. It has been recorded that there are more than 200 snow leopards in the national park. Other animal species include wild sheep, goats and yaks. It also includes the Great Tibetan Sheep.
Best Time To Visit: June To February
Highlights: High Altitude National Park, Snow Leopards, Wild Sheep
Ladakh is indeed a chosen place to visit as it provides ample experience. The place caters to every individual’s preference and interest. Whether tourists are trekking through the lush green valleys or biking through the rugged terrains of the region, every activity which is to be performed comes with an unforgettable experience. Book a trip to Ladakh with TripXL and come across these exciting things to do. The place is a chosen destination for both those wanting peace and those wanting to keep their adrenaline rush high.
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