Snow Leopard Tour Ulley Valley
Tour Dates
- 26 Jan 2027 to 05 Feb 2027
- 03 Feb 2027 to 13 Feb 2027
- 11 Feb 2027 to 21 Feb 2027
- 20 Feb 2027 to 03 Mar 2027
- Customizable
Highlights
Snow Leopard Tour to Ulley Valley
- Track snow leopards in the rugged mountain terrain of Ulley Valley with experienced local trackers.
- Visit Thiksey Monastery and experience Ladakh’s Buddhist culture and mountain landscapes.
- Watch for Himalayan wildlife including ibex Tibetan wolves red foxes and marmots.
- Birding opportunities include golden eagles bearded vultures Himalayan snowcock and other mountain species.
- Explore remote villages valleys and high altitude landscapes in the Trans Himalayan region.
- A slow paced itinerary designed for acclimatization and extended wildlife observation.
Tour Overview
Snow Leopard Tour Ulley Valley
This tour focuses on one of the most difficult and rewarding wildlife sightings in the Himalayas. Ulley Valley in Ladakh is among the best regions in India for snow leopard tracking during winter months. The journey combines patient wildlife observation with mountain travel village visits and time in remote valleys where wildlife moves naturally across rocky terrain.
The itinerary also introduces Ladakh’s cultural side through monasteries local markets and traditional mountain settlements. Days are spent searching for snow leopards and other Himalayan wildlife with the help of experienced trackers who understand animal movement and terrain conditions.
The pace remains gradual to help with altitude adjustment and to allow enough time for wildlife activity. This tour suits wildlife photographers birdwatchers and travellers interested in remote Himalayan landscapes and rare mountain predators.
Tour Itinerary
Snow Leopard Tour Ulley Valley
- Day 1: Arrive in New Delhi. Airport welcome and transfer to hotel.
- Day 2: Fly to Leh and rest for acclimatization.
- Day 3: Visit Thiksey Monastery and spend time along the Indus River for birdwatching and local exploration.
- Day 4: Drive to Ulley Valley with stops at scenic Himalayan viewpoints and river confluences.
- Day 5: Full day snow leopard tracking with local wildlife experts.
- Day 6: Continue wildlife drives and treks in search of snow leopards Tibetan wolves and Himalayan birds.
- Day 7: Another day of tracking and mountain wildlife observation around Ulley Valley.
- Day 8: Explore nearby villages and wildlife areas known for snow leopard activity and ibex sightings.
- Day 9: Continued wildlife exploration in surrounding valleys and mountain terrain.
- Day 10: Final day dedicated to snow leopard tracking and local exploration.
- Day 11: Drive to Leh airport and fly back to New Delhi.
Contact Us
Tour Information
Booking Procedure
To confirm your seat, a 10% booking amount along with a valid Government ID must be submitted.
The remaining payments follow this schedule:
- 40% to be paid 120 days before the departure
- 50% to be paid 30 days before the departure
Accepted identity cards include: Aadhar, PAN Card, Driver’s License, OCI, Passport, Voter ID, or School/College ID. For non-Indian nationals, only a Passport is accepted.
Please scan your ID and email it to: [email protected]
Inclusion
- Accommodation in New Delhi, Leh, and Ulley Valley with all meals during the expedition.
- Airport transfers and assistance on arrival and departure.
- Snow leopard tracking with experienced local trackers and naturalists.
- Wildlife drives and guided walks in Ulley Valley and surrounding areas.
- Visit to Thiksey Monastery and nearby cultural sites.
- All road transfers in a suitable vehicle for mountain travel.
- Inner line permits and required local permissions.
- Drinking water during drives and wildlife excursions.
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 120 days (or more) prior to departure, Full refund.
- If cancellation requested before 60 days (or more) prior to departure – 75% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 45 to 59 days prior to departure – 50% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 30 to 44 days prior to departure – 25% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 15 to 29 days prior to departure – 10% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested less than 15 days prior to departure, No Show – No Refund.
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