My group is going to ladakh
Ladakh, large area of the northern and eastern kashmir region
it was a dream come true for me to make the trip to Ladakh alone. My first trip to the Himalayas was a trip to Ladakh. I made a trip to Lake Bhrigu once in the last two years. I had to wait another two years to make the trip to Ladakh. Many thanks to Trillophilia for showing me such a great opportunity and an excellent package for the Ladakh trip. A 10-day visit alone was a challenge, for me first. However, the Trophophilia tour operator encouraged me and led me to enjoy the trip to the fullest extent possible. With the exception of the food, everything during the trip was amazing. Having been told that food would be scarce and unpleasant during the trip, I was prepared to deal with the matter and no complaints about it.
I had to treat it with noodles, tea and bread most of the day because carrots and lentils didn't help me at all. I joined the team from Delhi. We arrived in Manali early in the morning and from there, we traveled to other destinations in two local operators' jeeps. When we arrived in Leh, I was overjoyed. It's a beautiful valley with lots of things to see. The ground was really hard, probably because of the weather. I went in in September. It wasn't as cold as I expected. However, I always had to wear jackets. In Leh, we were staying in a hotel. After that the sightseeing tour is done with the provided jeeps. Only one day dedicated to travel.
I think it's the third or fourth day of the trip. That was in Pangong Lake from the ground up. It was just amazing. Also, Khardung La was unexplained. Rolling and hidden challenges have kept us breathing frequently. From the top of the globe, low views of the valley and from the Himalayan Mountains were real images with many options for making beautiful memories. We also visited two monks near Leh. I think Shey Monastery and Leh Palace are the most beautiful buildings I have visited during the trip. All in all, it was a great trip to see you. I think we need a minimum of two weeks to enjoy everything and complete the tour with complete satisfaction. Many places pose many challenges and if the weather does not allow it, then it is the Herculean's job to complete this journey with pure joy.
Is the middle of November suitable for a Leh Ladakh tour?
Both the Leh-Manali Highway and Leh-Srinagar Highway remain closed for nearly five months between November and April due to heavy snowfall.
Highways and passes remain very closed because of excessive snow. The water and electricity supply is extremely scarce and the bitter cold makes it very very difficult to bear. Acclimatization will itself take a long duration of time. The only way to reach Ladakh is by air.
The ideal time to visit is in summers when the land is inviting, and the high snow-bound passes remain opening and temperatures are pleasant enough for a couple of hours without a sweater. The path offers spectacular views, and the place is seen as a bikers’ and photographers’ best paradise place.
Royal Enfield Himalayan sustain a Leh Ladakh tour..?
Definitely, first of all you can get the answer by the bike model itself. Leh Ladakh is in Himalayas and Himalayan will be a perfect partner.
RE Himalayan is dedicated for off-road riding. Basically Ladakh ride is fully of patchy roads, broken roads and mainly no roads.but slow ride is very carefull ride,Sorry Himalayan is the perfect choice for that. but ladakh is peacefull place
And the all new BS6 Himalayan will have the feature that you can decide whether to on Single Channel ABS and Dual Channel ABS. With the Single Channel ABS mode you can do some astonishing drift ride there….
Considering the fact that RE Himalayan is a breed of an off-roader and a tourer, so no doubt about the capabilities of the bike. It can easily sustain the terrain of Leh Ladakh and you will enjoy the curves of the road on this bike. The 411cc of Himalayan is slightly underpowered when compared to the other adventure bikes available in the market but in terms of handling and cost-efficiency, it is a clear winner.
Enjoyed the adventure ride....
how to go ladakh
There are two options to get to Leh / Ladakh, the preferred route to get there by bike and there are two main routes to get there
Leh-Manali Highway: This route is 490 kilometers from Rohtang, Gramphu, Kokshar, Darcha, Baralacha La, Gata Loops, Lachulung La, Tanglang La, Gya and Karu on the way. This route is open from June to September.
Leh-Srinagar Highway: Srinagar is 434 kilometers from Leh. The route includes Sonmarg, Zozi La, Drass, Kargil, Mulbek, Lamayaru and Saspol before reaching Leh. This route is open from june to november. It is a very magnificent and very attractive route in its path.
If you choose to ride a bike make sure you find a bike that is suitable for a long trip. Eg: Royal enfield 350 and 500 cc, Royal enfield Himalayan etc.
Another option would be by plane which is the easiest option. nearest airport is Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport located in Leh. The airport is connected to many international airports in India such as Delhi. It also finds flights from Srinagar, Jammu, Chandigarh and other common places. The airport is a military base so, safety is tight. It is important that all your documents are ready when you enter Ladakh by airport. It is best to have a hard copy of your e-ticket.
Ladakh is a beautiful place but do not forget that it is not the place you long for. It's a journey you want to experience.
It is best not to contact any agent. It has many advantages.
There are various modes of transportation available to reach the ladakh.
-You can take a flight to Ladakh from Delhi.
-Rent a car
-Go in your car
Rent a Bicycle
-Take your bike
If you fly there you are more likely to get a high-risk illness, and ultimately disrupt your schedule. These vary from person to person depending on age and medical conditions. On the other hand when you walk down the aisle the height increases slightly and your body finds time to adjust to atmospheric pressure. And this is different in two ways. First Manali - Leh Highway downhill and there are places like Sarchu where Oxygen can be very low. The route from Srinagar and Kargil has a slight decrease in altitude and may be more comfortable for some people.
When choosing a route you need to choose your route correctly. If you love adventure I would say it would be good for you to explore a two-wheeled route but if you only want a good experience and some solitude, a car ride would be a good option. Going all the way can be tiring. Ideally one should start at 8 a.m. and ride until 4-5 p.m. Your car gives you the freedom to park anywhere, camp anywhere and wherever you go. your private car can clearly indicate your route without any objection. Because there is nothing we can do about lazy bones, early birds should not keep them out of the sun