Key Information: Tour Duration: 16
day(s) Group Size: 10
- 16
people Destination(s):India Specialty Categories:Wildlife Viewing Season: February - March Airfare Included: No Tour Customizable: Yes Minimum Per Person Price: 3990 US Dollar (USD) Maximum Per Person Price: 4490 US Dollar (USD)
An exclusive trip in search of the snow leopard. We will spend two weeks in Ladakh in mid-winter in the company of Dr Rodney Jackson, head of the Snow Leopard Conservancy and the world's leading authority on snow leopards. If the prospect of undertaking an 8 day field trip, sometimes enduring sub zero temperatures and ascending ridges to 500 meters appeals you will be rewarded with a magnificent adventure as well as having a realistic chance of sighting the most elusive and endangered Himalayan cat. You will also be helping to support the vital work of the Snow Leopard Conservancy with your $1000 trip donation.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Join Delhi
Day 2: Fly Delhi to Leh
Days 3-5: In Leh, acclimatisation and sightseeing
Day 6: Drive and walk to Snow Camp
Days 7-13 Snow camp, acclimatisation and day walks
Day 14: Return to Leh
Day 15: Fly Leh to Delhi
Day 16: Trip concludes in Delhi
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
* 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 13 dinners
* $1000 donation to the Snow Leopard Conservancy
* 8 day field trip in the company of Dr. Rodney Jackson
* Flights Delhi/ Leh/ Delhi approx. value US$520
* Airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 16 on group flight
* Expert bilingual guide
* Group medical kit
* Good quality accommodation in Delhi and Leh
* Gear package for use during the trip including kit bag, sleeping bag, down or fiber filled jacket and insulated sleeping mat
* Private transportation
* All park entrance fees and trekking permits
* Ponies to carry all personal and group equipment
