34.16° N · 77.58° E · 3,500 m

Ladakh

High desert valleys above 3,500 m, with Leh as the base for trekking the Markha Valley, visiting monasteries and seeing the Indus in summer light.

01 / At a glance

Ladakh in brief

Altitude: 3,500 m
Best for: High desert trekking, monastery visits and Pangong day trips
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)
Language: Ladakhi, Hindi and English
Time zone: GMT+5:30
Plugs: Type C, D, M
Visa: Most foreign visitors need an Indian visa, and some areas need a separate permit; check current rules before you travel.
Getting there: Fly to Leh, or reach it by road from Manali or Srinagar when the passes are open. Allow a day to adjust to the altitude on arrival.
Best months · Jun to Sep: Jan Off season
Feb Off season
Mar Off season
Apr Good
May Good
Jun Best
Jul Best
Aug Best
Sep Best
Oct Good
Nov Off season
Dec Off season

02 / Trips

03 / When to go

Ladakh, India · 34.16° N · 77.58° E · 3,500 m

04 / Stays

05 / Before you go

Take care · Nov–Apr

Winter road closures

The Manali to Leh and Srinagar to Leh roads usually close when heavy snow blocks the high passes. Flights are the normal option in these months.
Take care

High passes

Passes above 5,000 m, such as Chang La and Khardung La, can close after snow or landslides, even in summer. Build a spare day into your plan.
Good to know

Protected areas

Some areas, including parts of the Nubra and Pangong routes, need a permit. Rules have changed, so confirm the current requirement with your operator.

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