Kashmir and Ladakh

Track Himalayan Brown Bear

Stay in the remote village of Holiyal in western Ladakh and join experts to track the rare and elusive Himalayan brown bear as well as red fox, Asiatic ibex and a wealth of birdlife.

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Overland from Kashmir to Ladakh

Follow silk trading routes of old on a thrilling overland journey between Kashmir and Ladakh. Travel through mountain peaks and lush valley where nomadic people make home, passing glaciers and crossing the Zoji La Pass at over 11,000 feet – not for the faint hearted.

On the trail of Snow Leopard

The Himalayan peaks of western Ladakh’s Indus Valley are home to a small population of snow leopards – join expert trackers and explore the Ulley Valley in search of ‘The Ghost of the Himalaya’.

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A Houseboat Stay

Stay on a Kashmiri houseboat – dine on deck overlooking Dal Lake and the surrounding mountains and experience daily life on the lake, exploring floating markets and the gardens, old town and mosques of Srinagar.

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Explore Nubra Valley

Cross the infamous Khardung la Pass to the dramatic landscapes of the Nubra Valley – visit Diskit Monastery, roam the desert landscapes by camelback and spend a day at Turtuk village close to the border with Pakistan.

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Experience the Hemis Festival

Plan your holiday to coincide with Ladakh’s Hemis festival, which celebrates the birth of Guru Padmasambhava, one of the founding fathers of Tibetan Buddhism. Held in the Hemis Gompa monastery, this two-day event sees the region come alive in a riot of traditional music, dance, colour, and culture.

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Dawn Prayers

Rise at dawn and experience the morning prayer ceremony at Thikse Monastery as the sun rises to the hypnotic sound of rhythmic chanting and the scent of burning incense.

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White Water Rafting

Stay at a one of the Shakti Village Houses and raft along the Zanskar or Indus Rivers – paddle through ravines, valleys and gorges, tackling grade I and IIII rapids on the way. Suitable for all age groups it is a fabulous way to experience Ladakh.

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Shakti Village Walks

Leave the modern world behind and experience rural Ladakh, trekking between villages accompanied by a local porter and guide, and staying overnight in traditional village houses. Immerse yourself in mountain landscapes and connect with the people and culture of Ladakh, visiting local markets, monasteries, and schools.

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Regional Cuisine Mastery

Spend a day in a traditional Ladakhi kitchen learning new ways to conquer Indian home cooking.