Snow Leopard Expedition Tour

9 Nights / 10 Days | Safaris through India’s wildest terrains

Snow Leopard Expedition Tour

Track the majestic snow leopard in India’s breathtaking Himalayas, immerse in local culture, and support conservation efforts on an unforgettable adventure.

Tour Dates

  • 12 Jan to 21 Jan
  • 17 Feb to 26 Feb
  • Customizable

Highlights

Snow Leopard Expedition Tour

  • See the majestic Indian Himalayas on this extended 10-day journey traveling through rugged and pristine wilds.
  • Witness some of the rarest and most beautiful animals on earth-the elusive snow leopard-in its habitat by joining expert trackers on an unparalleled wildlife viewing experience.
  • Visit the ancient Key Monastery – a fabulous experience as it is dramatically sited on a hilltop.
  • Take in breathtaking vistas while traveling over winding roads, over high passes and along river valleys during your Himalayan journey.
  • Take breaks at breathtaking points for overlooking panoramic vistas that stay with you.
  • Click your camera to photograph diverse Himalayan wildlife like bharal (blue sheep), ibex, and many other bird species, besides the few snow leopards.

Tour Overview

Snow Leopard Expedition Tour

A 10-day snow leopard expedition takes you into the breathtaking landscape of Spiti Valley within the Indian Himalayas. Leaving from Chandigarh, this adventure offers visits to remote mountain villages, including Kibber, where one searches for the elusive snow leopard with expert guides. Take in the local culture, see the ancient Key Monastery, and the breathtaking scenery along the way. Combining wildlife spotting with immersion in traditional Himalayan life, the tour encompasses two of the world’s most pristine species of blue sheep and ibex, plus cozy homestays, local cuisine, and dramatic mountain passes.

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Snow Leopard on Rocky Slope
Snow Leopard Traversing Snowy Terrain

Itinerary

Snow Leopard Expedition Tour

  • Day 1: Start from Chandigarh to Recknog Peo, overnight stay at kalpa grand sambala
  • Day 2: Reckong Peo to Kaza, Overnight stay at kaza for acclimatization.
  • Day 3: Kaza to Kibber, search for snow leopards begin.
  • Day 4 – 8: Kibber Homestay (Scanners active for snow leopard sightings, visit Kibber, Chicham, Langza, Key Monastry etc., explore wildlife and birds).
  • Day 9: Return journey starts from kibber towards Rampur.
  • Day 10: Travel from Rampur to Chandigarh.
Snow Leopard Trail
Ibex in Himalaya

Tour Information

Booking Procedure
To confirm your seat, a 50% advance amount along with a recognized Government Identity card (Aadhar, Pancard, Driver’s License, OCI, Passport, Voter’s ID, school/College ID) is to be sent to us.

For non Indian nationals, only Passport is allowed.

Id’s should be scanned and emailed at safari@bigcatsindia.com

Inclusion
  • Stay with tandoor heaters in all rooms to keep warmth during the nights.
  • Attached western toilets with hot water provided by the homestay everyday.
  • One personal porter for each participant who will accompany everyday.
  • Expert snow leopard scanners who will be in the feild morning to evening.
  • Homestay located just by the road side so participants don’t have to walk much everyday.
  • Power backup at the homestay.
  • Hot food provided to participants while they are on feild.
  • Backup Vehicle during the entire tour.
Exclusion
  • Personal expenses like laundry, phone calls, liquor, à la carte food, etc.
  • International or domestic airfares and rail tickets.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Tips and Gratuities.
  • Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusion section.
Cancelation Policy
  • If cancellation requested before 10 days (or less) prior to departure OR No Show – No Refund.
  • If cancellation requested before 20 to 11 days prior to departure – 20% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation requested before 30 to 21 days prior to departure – 40% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation requested before 30 to 59 days prior to departure  – 60% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation requested before 60 days (or more) prior to departure  – 80% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation requested before 120 days (or more) prior to departure- Full Refund.

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