Ladakh Backpacking Trips
High passes, Pangong Lake, Nubra's sand dunes and the border village of Turtuk: Ladakh backpacking trips for the ultimate mountain adventure.
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Why go to Ladakh
Ladakh is a high-altitude cold desert that feels like another planet. Think barren brown mountains, deep blue skies, whitewashed monasteries and prayer flags fluttering on some of the highest motorable roads in the world. Nubra Valley surprises you with sand dunes and double-humped Bactrian camels at Hunder, Pangong Lake shifts through shades of blue, and Turtuk offers a glimpse of Balti village life near the border. It is a bucket-list trip for road trippers, bikers and anyone who loves big landscapes.
Best time to visit
May to September is the main travel season, when the roads are open and days are pleasant. Nights stay cold even in summer. Winter is extremely cold and many high routes close.
How to reach
Leh airport (Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport) has direct flights from Delhi and a few other cities, and is the easiest way in. Leh is also reached by road via Manali or Srinagar during the summer months. Flying in means arriving straight at high altitude, so a day of rest to acclimatise is essential.
Our Ladakh trips
Our Leh to Leh backpacking trip is 6 nights / 7 days, starting from ₹18,999 per person. It begins and ends in Leh, with a first day kept for acclimatisation, then Leh sightseeing, Nubra Valley with Hunder and Diskit Monastery, the village of Turtuk and the Thang viewpoint, and Pangong Lake. There is also a biking option with a rented bike for the Leh to Leh circuit. Trips run every Friday, and groups usually have 8 to 50 travellers, with plenty of solo joiners.
What is the best time to visit Ladakh?
May to September, when the roads are open and the weather is pleasant during the day. Nights are cold throughout the year.
How many days do I need for Ladakh?
About a week is ideal, including a rest day for acclimatisation in Leh. Our Leh to Leh trip is 6 nights / 7 days.
Is Ladakh suitable for first-timers?
Yes, as long as you take acclimatisation seriously. Rest on the first day, stay hydrated and avoid exertion early on. If you have any medical condition, consult your doctor before travelling to high altitude.
Can I do the Ladakh trip on a bike?
Yes. Our Leh to Leh trip has a biking option that includes bike rent for the circuit.
What should I pack for Ladakh?
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, thermals for the nights, sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm and sturdy shoes. The sun is strong at altitude even when the air is cold.
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