Located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is a highly sought after destination by both tourists and adrenaline seekers in India. Besides its jaw-dropping landscape and rugged topography that is mesmerizing in its unique way, the place is popular for its monasteries, food and Tibetan culture. However, due to the extreme climatic conditions, tourists should make sure to exercise certain precautions on their Leh Ladakh Roadtrip and ensure to remain safe and sound while enjoying every part of the journey. Read below to know more about the travel tips for Leh Ladakh.
Travel Tips For Leh Ladakh
1. Temperature
Known as the ‘Land of High Passes’ the altitudes at Ladakh range from 9,000ft at Kargil to 25,170ft at Saser Kangri, at the Karakoram Range. In contrast to winters the summers in Ladakh are quite comforting. Also, the months between December to February witness subzero temperatures in these regions.
2. Permit & Passport
Tourists do not require any permit for travelling to Leh. But, all international tourists and foreigners are definitely required to complete their registration, specifically those travelling by road. The places where the registration process can be completed are Drass, Rumtse and Sarchu. Likewise, all the tourists travelling by air should get their registration completed at the airport. One more important thing to take care of is that visits to restricted areas including Tso Moriri, Tso Kar, Pangong Tso Lake, Dhahanu and Nubra Valley require tourists to obtain a Protect Area Permit and these permits are obtainable only through registered travel agencies. Make sure that you always have in your possession six copies of the permit as these are required for verification purposes at different checking points.
3. Altitude Sickness
Acute Mountain Sickness is caused due to the lower percentage of oxygen at higher latitudes and comes up with one or more of the following symptoms such as fatigue, headache, dizziness, loss of breath, vomiting, rapid heart rate and loss of appetite. However, this can be avoided by resting a day or two after every climb. Also, besides this one should carry oxygen cylinders and medicines like Diamox, Dexamethasone, Aspirin and Disprin.
4. Which medicines to carry
Make sure that you consult a doctor before embarking on your Leh Ladakh Trip and pack all the essential medicines for basic medical conditions like stomachache, headache and fever.
5. Clothing
It is essential that you pack your clothes accordingly as per the season you are visiting such as winters or summers. During the summer months, that is from mid-June to September, single T-shirts or shirts are sufficient but during the winters it is mandatory to be dressed in heavy woollen clothes and warm jackets.
6. Keep Identity proofs
Make sure that you have multiple copies of driving license, PUC, insurance, PAN and vehicle registration papers with yourelf at all times. This makes it easier to go through military checkpoints at all times.
7. Popular Attractions
Leh city, Pangong Lake, Tso Moriri Lake, Zanskar Valley, Khardung La Pass, Nubra Valley, Hemis National Park, Pathar Sahib, Nubra Valley, Tso Moriri Lake, Hemis Monastery and Village, Shanti Stupa, etc.
8. Popular Activities
Ladakh is a paradise for those seeking adventurous activities like mountaineering, trekking and white water rafting.
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9. Best Season
The best time to take a trip to Leh Ladakh is without any doubts is during the summers, that starts from May and continues till September. But for people who wish to attend Ladakhi festivals, they plan their trips during winters as the festivals take place during these months.
Above discussed are some of the top key points that every traveller must keep in their mind when planning a trip to Leh Ladakh.
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