What to do in Ladakh

The first thing that mesmerizes travelers about Ladakh is its locality. To the north of Ladakh lies the Karakoram Range while the huge Himalayas are present to the south – probably the most wonderful location travelers could dream being in!
Here is a list of things that you must not miss for anything in the world on your trip to Ladakh…

Ladakh Archery has been a chosen pastime activity for the people of ladakh and has been stated in various national epics also. Even today the people of ladakh idolize the legendary hero darpon chemo, the great archer of the kesar sagar. Separated into two groups, each having a captain, the participants, in pairs of two in Ladakh Archery enter into an arrow shooting competition, shooting at the isa ga or the bull's eye. When one hits the bull's eye, his partner offers 'khatak' or white scarf to him. He has to lead a dance at the end of the round of shooting. Ladakh Archery is an vital component in the performance of cultural, social and traditional activities of ladakh. Since it's a traditional sport it has been inherited from generation to generation and today the younger load is persuing this sport as their carrier showing great skill and performance.

The Indus River, well known as the Singhe Khababs by locals it means out of Lion's mouth that flows from the North West to the South East, passing throughout Ladakh. The Indus, initiates near the Kailash Mountain and the Mansarovar Lake in Western Tibet. A water level stays high throughout the month June to late August, which is the finest season for mesmerizing rafting expeditions. The travel agent offers white water rafting on Indus offers stunning view of the landscapes Ladakh and Zanskar ranges which housed Buddhist monasteries on high cliff.River rafting on Indus for one to five days.

River Rafting Ladakh  

Located at the high elevation 3000 meters above sea level between the regal Himalayans and Karakoram mountain ranges in the northernmost part of Indian nation, the surrounded by land region of Ladakh is a worldwide acclaimed adventure tourism spot. It is well known for plentiful natural beauty and several adventures sports. Ladakh is a perfect place to enjoy mountain safaris. Tourists can take happiness of mountain baking, camel rides, jeep safaris, etc in its vicinity. On excursion the tourists enjoy sightseeing of numerous gigantic snowcapped mesmerizing mountains, rich surrounding flora and fauna and many historical and significant spiritual places.

Well, if you are bored from your daily life routine and want to wealth some adventures then safari tours in Ladakh will be the completely refreshing break for you.

Ladakh, lying amidst Superior Mountain passes of the Himalayas and the Karakoram is bewitched with high terrains for incredible trekking chances. The far north of India neighboring Tibet, Kashmir and the Karakoram, this serene land of the Himalayas brings unavoidable natural wonders for everyone and such harsh yet expressive loveliness typically ornaments the 'little Tibet' for most superb Ladakh trekking opportunities for the passionate adventure lovers with its different trekking trails. Fascinatingly, adding more flavors to the Ladakh trekking tours one can find the detailed descriptions of numerous different treks across Ladakh and Zanskar regions. These famous treks are especially meant for the rigorous enthusiastic beings who love exploring nature by twisting their moves.

Ladakh Trekking  

Ladakh is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and historical spiritual places like Stupas, Gompas and Monasteries, currently it is known to be growing destination for winter sports like Ice Skating and Ice Hockey in Ladakh.

Since Ladakh is one of the few places in India that freezes in winter. As north India comes under the grip of chill, the cold desert of Ladakh gears up for winter sports, skating and ice hockey in Ladakh which are hugely popular. Ice hockey in Ladakh, also called shinny or pond hockey, are a way of life during the long winters in Ladakh.

Ladakh, known as "Moon Land", is an ideal place for camping and to explore the nature. Ladakh is a place with stunning scenes for camping and gives high-quality options. Ladakh has high snow sheltered mountains, rivers, stunning gorges, thick forested areas in Himalayan range. For a good camping, it is suggested that you have a company of excellent guide, so that no hassles is faced during the camping. Camps in Ladakh are Away from the hectic life of urban. Camping here is not only for relaxing, but it will take you to the unbelievable voyage.
The camps that are prepared in Ladakh, takes place in Sham Valley (from May to October), Leh – Karzok – Nubra, Leh – Wanla via Lamayuru, Leh – Hemis via Nubra Valley, Zanskar Valley and Srinagar Ladakh area. All these camps, except in Sham Valley, are held from June to October. The places cover in these camps are Leh, Phyang, Taru, Umla, Ney, Likir, Hemis, Takthot, Tegar, Mulbek, Kargil, Karcha, Zangala, Padum, Rangdum, Lamayuru, Shara and many more.

Camping in Ladakh 

Across the World, Mountaineering is the most daring and adventurous sport that challenges the extreme level of human strength and endurance. Ladakh is the heaven for adventurous mountaineering challenge as there are many mountains to ascend on.

Only dare devils can dare to climb these. Climbing and conquering the lofty peaks of Ladakh needs extreme fitness. However, before attempting to climb any peak acclimatization to weather is necessary. Climbing peaks in Ladakh may require one to three weeks.

Ladakh Mountaineering  

In Ladakh every event is manifested by singing of local folk songs, dancing and extensive meals be it Harvesting, New year also called Losar, Marriage, new born baby or the commemoration of head Lamas origin of the monastery and flowering all this forms a element of their existing and cultural heritage.

Most of ladakh festivals are held in winter but the most popular festivals are held in summer. The festivals celebrated in monasteries are the centre of attraction in all Ladakh festivals. Monastic festivals are performed by monks wearing multi-colored silk clothes and different facial mask.

Ladakh Festivals  

Shopping in Ladakh is all about buying Well-liked items likes Pashmina shawls, stoles and other Pashmina wool clothes. Locally handmade woolen socks, gloves, caps and sweaters are a desired of tourists in Ladakh. Hand-woven rugs, carpets and shawls are obtainable in a variety of prices in Ladakh's markets. The carpets have floral or geometric designs or dragon patterns on them and can also be hung as decorative wall drapery. While shopping in Ladakh you can buy woven in wool which is collected from local Ladakhi goats and colored with natural dyes. Also you can buy Ladakhi carpets and rugs which are thick, objects of utility and beauty.

Ladakh Shopping  

Mountain biking at altitude in the Himalayan region of Ladakh in northern India takes your breath away. The treacherous ride on the way to Ladakh is full of surprises. You can enjoy thrilling mountain biking journey on the most thrilling world's highest motor biking roads as well as the biking on cloudy roads at heights.

Ladakh By Biking