India – Snow Leopard Photo Expedition II 2025
US$9,235
person sharing
Spaces Available
8 April 2025 – 19 April 2025
This Snow Leopard Photo Tour is a rare opportunity to spot elusive Snow Leopards in the wild. During this expedition, we will use the same guides and trackers as BBC’s Planet Earth II and the majority of this trip is based deep in Trans-Himalayas in Ladakh, where one of the world’s highest concentrations of Snow Leopards are found. The high reaches of the Ladakh Range are prime territory for the magnificent Snow Leopard. As the winter sets in and the snow line descends, these shy and elusive creatures move down to lower altitudes in search of their prey; the Bhairal, Urial, and the Arghali – the mountain sheep of this region. We’ll explore Trans-Himalayas on daily treks with our expert spotters to spot and track snow leopards on this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Why this Photo Expedition is for You
ORYX LEADER
Dale Morris
12 Days
10 Guests + 1 ORYX Leader
Experiential
Landscape
Wildlife
- Destination
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Departure
New Delhi
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person sharing
$9,235
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Single Supplement
$2,838
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Photographic Highlights
Snow Leopard, Great Tibetan Sheep, Blue Sheep, Shapu, Asiatic Ibex, incredible scenery
- Guide
From our gallery
Best of Ladakh
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Day 1: Arrival in New Delhi
ORYX’s Snow Leopard photo tour commences today as you arrive in New Delh.
In the old silk route town of Leh, nestled in the mighty Trans-Himalaya. Today we will need to rest in order to acclimatise to the high altitude of 3,400 meters and must limit our physical activities to properly adjust to the area.
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Day 2: Fly New Delhi to Leh
This morning we will fly from New Delhi to the old silk route town of Leh, nestled in the mighty Trans-Himalaya. Today we will need to rest in order to acclimatise to the high altitude of 3,400 meters and must limit our physical activities to properly adjust to the area.
After an early breakfast, we will drive down to the monastery of Thiksey to attend morning prayers. After the morning prayers have concluded, we will drive around the beautiful Indus Valley and view the monastery of Stakna towering above the meandering Indus, followed by visiting the monastery of Matho to view a different order of Buddhism and take in the sights of the Indus Valley from a higher vantage point. For lunch we have arranged for a private meal with a family in a traditional home in the village of Stok.
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Day 3: Leh
After breakfast, we will embark on some light sightseeing to explore the rich history of the region, with visits to the 15th century monastery of Thiksey, a trip to Leh’s main market located in the shadow of the impressive 16th century Leh Palace, and to the Central Asian museum. Sightseeing will be split between the morning and evening, with a rest period in and around lunch. Other options also include vantage points around the city, and dusk sets in, possibly a glorious sunset from a vantage point above Leh that will offer sweeping views of the area.
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Day 4: Transfer to Snow Leopard Camp
After an early breakfast, we will depart Leh via a road transfer to camp, which will be approximately 1 hour’s drive.
Nestled deep in the Ladakh Range of India, beyond medieval Tibetan Buddhist Monasteries and past ancient shepherding hamlets, the spectacular location and timeless Silk Road feel strikes the perfect balance between remote luxury and rugged adventure. After a tour of our accommodations and a briefing, we will set out in search of wildlife with the tracking team and hope to catch our first glimpse of the “ghosts of the mountains.”
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Days 5 to 10: Tracking Snow Leopards
Snow Leopards are some of the most elusive animals on earth. As the winter sets in and the snow line descends, these shy and fleeting big cats move down to lower altitudes in search of their prey, the Argali (Great Tibetan Sheep), Bharal (Blue Sheep) and Urial (known locally as Shapu), the mountain sheep of this region. We will explore the area on daily treks with our expert spotters as we attempt to locate and photograph Snow Leopards on this once-in-a-lifetime photo tour.
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Day 11: Return to Leh and fly to New Delhi
Today we will return to Leh as we bid farewell to this beautiful part of the world. Upon arrival, we will board our scheduled flight to New Delhi.
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Day 12: Depart New Delhi
Today marks the end of our incredible, once in a life time photo expedition. You will be transferred to the airport in time for your international flight out of New Delhi.
***Depending on international flight schedules, you may be able to depart in the evening on Day 11. Please contact us to discuss the timings before booking your flights.***
