One of the
most relaxed way of exploring the distinctive regions of Ladakh
and Zanskar is by Jeep. Himalaya Kingdom has access to a fleet
of well maintained Jeeps with expert, knowledgeable drivers
who know the terrain and all the roads well. Choose from our
range of Jeep Safaris or make up one of your own with our
assistance. All our Jeep safaris take you to heights of 4,500
meters/14,000 feet and above.
Zanskar Jeep Safari - (7 Days)
Leh-Rangdum-Karsha over Pensi La 4400m - Zangla Castle
& Stongde Gompa-Bardan Gompa - Sani - Parkachik - Mulbekh
- Leh.
Zanskar
that stretches between two great Himalayan ranges also known
as the hidden kingdom is one of the most isolated areas
in the trans Himalaya. Open only for about four months a
year as during the rest of the year it is remains snow bound
for the remaining eight. The people share a distinct identity
in their Buddhist traditions. This Jeep safari leads out
of Leh and goes via Sham and the Suru valley shadowed by
the towering Nun Kun massif. We cross the 4400 meter high
Pensi La home to two glimmering lakes and the western gateway
to Zanskar. En route we get to see the gigantic Drang Drung
glacier after passing the Stod Valley. Within this region
stand the ancient monasteries of Karsha, Zangla, Stongde
and Bardan. After an eventful 7 days of traveling in this
hidden paradise we return to Leh.
Nubra Jeep Safari- (4 Days)
Leh -Khardung La-Diskit Gompa- Stamsaling Gompa- Leh.
This 4 day
Jeep Safari takes you into the remote Nubra Valley north
of Leh over the highest motorable pass in the world the
5602 meter high Khardung La the highest point on this safari.
Nubra is one of the most picturesque valleys in Ladakh at
an average altitude of 3000 meters. It was also once the
principal stoppage for the caravans that made their way
to the teeming bazaars of Central Asia passing legendary
towns of Kashgar, Yarkhand and various places in China,
Tibet and Turkistan. Here you get to see a small population
of the rare double humped Bactrian camel which along with
sturdy horses made up the caravans.
Dha Hanu Jeep Safari : 4 Days
Lamayuru - Dha Hanu - Villages of the Drokpa Tribe -
Uletokpo Camp - Ridzong Gompa - Bazgo Fort - Leh.
This Jeep
safari takes through the Kargil region into the land of
a distinct racially ethnic people - the Drok-pa. Living
at the confluence of Shyok and Indus rivers and between
two cultures Buddhist and Muslim they have preserved their
unusual traditions that radically differ from both these
cultures. They have traditionally avoided all products derived
from the cow. The Ibex is sacred to them and they have preserved
their traditions and history through songs. Migrating from
the pre dominantly Muslim region of Gilgit region which
is now in Pakistan they claim to be of pure Aryan stock
and practice animistic faith they comprise of about 2000
inhabitants residing in five villages. One of the most striking
features about these handsome people is their ornaments
and dress.
Changthang Jeep Safari : 5 Days
Leh-Chumathang hot springs- Tso Moriri Lake -Tso Kar
Lake -Tanglangla-Rumtse-Leh
This
fascinating Jeep Safari leads out of Leh into the Changthang
plains and the spectacular shores of the extensive 20 Km
long Tso Moriri lake with the ancient village of Karzok
at its northern end. A circular safari it begins at Leh
and traversing two beautiful lakes climbs up to the 5260
meter high Tanglang La pass the second highest motorable,
pass in the world and returns to Leh. From Leh we head towards
the Mahe bridge and after visiting the Chumathang hot springs
head on to the Karzok village and the shores of the Tso
Moriri. Tso Kar the next lake is heavily brackish and you
can spot miniature crystallised salt hills on its shore.
This entire plain is also home to Changpa nomads who roam
this region grazing their sheep. Throughout the entire trip
you come across some of the most spectacular landscapes
as you drive past vast stretches where it seems you can
almost touch the horizon.
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