Ladakh Astrophotography Tour
2023-08-04 03:00 - 2023-08-12 05:30 UTC | Leh Ladakh – The Land of High Passes, Leh Ladakh - The Land of High Passes
Hanle is renowned among stargazers for its moonlike landscape. Along with being one of the tallest observatories in the world, the high-altitude Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is situated here at a height of 14,764 feet. It features upgraded facilities for astronomy at night. Since 2001, it has owned the two-meter Himalayan Chandra Telescope. At the Hanle site, a seven-unit High Altitude Gamma Ray (HAGAR) telescope is also in use. The best would be to set up camp with a heavy comforter and a cup of hot tea and think about the universe as you stare into space, though, as Hanle is renowned for its clear sky. You can travel through the “moonscape” during the day to reach the stunning Tso Moriri Lake. Around 254 kilometres separate Leh from Hanle. Zenith Odysseys in association with Aseem Foundation invites you to an Astrophotography Tour to Ladakh. Itinerary: Day -1 Wednesday, 26 July, 2023 Arrival at Leh, Rest throughout the day and evening hike to Shanti StupaDay -2 Thursday, 27 July, 2023 Visit to Monasteries near Leh and evening at Druk Padma Karpo School for on ground orientation session of Astro Photography. Day -3 Friday, 28 July, 2023 Acclimatization hike near Khardung La, evening free at Leh Market. Day -4 Saturday, 29 July, 2023 Transfer to Hanle via Mahe, Nyoma, Loma. overnight at HanleDay -5 Sunday, 30 July, 2023 Visit to Hanle Observatory, dark sky photography, overnight at HanleDay -6 Monday, 31 July, 2023 Dark sky photography, overnight at HanleDay -7 Tuesday, 1 August, 2023 Transfer to Tso Moriri, Night PhotographyDay -8 Wednesday, 2 August, 2023 Transfer from Tso Moriri to Leh, evening free at LehDay – 9 Thursday, 3 August, 2023 Drop off at Leh AirportAcclimatization: Leh is at an elevation of 11,500 ft approximately above sea level. When you scale such heights, your body may not get enough time to adapt to the changing surroundings. Though most people do not experience symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) in Leh. But it is advisable to be cautious and be alert for symptoms of AMS. The most common symptoms of AMS are headache, disturbed sleep, loss of appetite, coughing and irregular breathing. One should avoid smoking tobacco, alcohol and caffeine-based drinks as they dehydrate the body and interfere with the process of acclimatization. Charges: INR 35999/- Inclusions: • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner as specified in itinerary• Pick up & Drop from Leh Airport• All Transfers within Ladakh UT• Sight Seeing & permits• Multi sharing Accommodation in Home stays at Hanle, Tso Moriri, • Deluxe hotels at Leh on twin sharing• Permissions, entry tickets for people etc. Exclusions• Personal orders of Tea, coffee, Cold Drinks, Mineral Water, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, etc.• Personal expenditure of any kind.• Insurance Coverage.• Medical expenses other than “First aid”.• Any other charges not specifically mentioned in “Fee Includes”• Any Ad hoc charges that may come up due to unforeseen circumstances• Entry charges for cameras. Payment Terms: • 25 % to be paid at the time of booking (nonrefundable) • 50 % to be paid at the time of arrival at Reporting location• 25 % to be paid during the tour. Cancellation TermsCancellation charges will apply on the total Odyssey price excluding the discount. 60 Days to 30 Days prior to tour start date: 25% of Total Tour Cost  29 Days to 10 Days prior to tour start date: 50% of Total Tour Cost  10 days or later prior to start date & No Show: 100 % of Total Tour Cost
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Leh-Ladakh Road trip
2023-08-05 00:30 - 2023-08-12 00:30 | Leh Ladakh, Lehi, UT, US
Leh-Ladakh Road trip (8 Days 7 Nights)Best Experience Guaranteed
When you think of Ladakh, what springs to mind? Land of high passes, Majestic Mountains, cold deserts, snow-covered roads, heavenly blue lakes, monks and many more. Another question is, can family members like kids or seniors join the trip. The answer is YES. Anyone with reasonable fitness can join the trip. Backpack Outdoors introduces a family special tour to the Land of high passes.A lot of care needs to be taken for proper acclimatization so that we can enjoy the vast beauty of Ladakh and have a memorable experience. Travelers wish to explore Ladakh and are restricted with number of days and budget these days. We have planned our itinerary in which we are covering all the popular destinations of the region with ample time to soak into the beauty of Leh Ladakh. We also have budget options available.
Itinerary: 8 Days 7 Nights
DAY 1: Pune/ New Delhi – Leh (Travel & Acclimatization)Take early morning flight to reach Leh. Airport pick up & transfer to Hotel. Full day Acclimatization & evening visit/Small hike to Shanti Stupa (Built by Japanese monks to celebrate 2,000 yrs of Buddhism) and Leh Palace.(Breakfast, Dinner).
DAY 2 : Leh – Local Site seeing (6Hrs – 250Kms)Post breakfast, departure to Nimu Sangam Beautiful roads and amazing views of mountains and rivers (Indus, Zanskar etc.) Visit Pathar Sahib Gurudwara & have lunch at Langar(optional). This day we explore places around Leh for its beauty, this also helps in acclimatization to high altitude. Visit Nimu sangam, magnetic hill and visit Hall of Fame on the way back to Leh. Night stay in Leh. (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 3 : Leh – Khardungla – Nubra Valley (5.30Hrs – 120Kms)Big Day. After Breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via Khardungla *One of the highest motorable pass in the world (18,380 feet). On the way you get an excellent view of great Karakoram Range. Enroute lunch at Khardung village. Visit Diskit Gompa. Evening visit sand dunes & experience cold dessert with the view of double humped camels etc. Overnight stay at Nubra. (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 4 : Nubra – Turtuk – Nubra (6Hrs – 160Kms)Post Breakfast drive to Turtuk the Indo Pak border (LOC) Visit and experience the food and culture of Turtuk, Return to Nubra late night for dinner. Overnight stay in Nubra (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 5 : Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake via Shyok valley (7Hrs – 270Kms)This is another day of a daring off-roading experience as you traverse through untamed paths in the high mountains. The route leads to the beautiful Pangong Tso (lake) – Shared lake between India and China via Shyok River. It is quite challenging yet thrilling and is generally used by the army. On arrival, prepare for a captivating view of the lake. Spend some time at the banks of Pangong Lake. This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 kms wide and over 144 km long and is shared by two countries (25% India and 75% China). Overnight luxury camping experience. (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 6: Pangong Lake – Changla – Leh (6Hrs one way – 140Kms)Early morning after Breakfast travel through Changla Pass 17,350 ft. (High Motorable Pass). Visit Hemis Monastery & Thicksey Monastery enroute & arrive Leh in the evening. Overnight stay in Leh. (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 7: Buffer day / Local/ Sound & Light ShowYou can explore local market & nearby places on your own. Free time for shopping and to visit any places left to explore. Evening visit Sound and Light show at Hall of Fame. This is a very useful buffer day, in case of harsh weather or bad road conditions. White water rafting can also be done on this day. Overnight stay at Leh. (Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 8: Fly Leh – New Delhi/ PunePost breakfast drop to Airport.TOUR ENDS!!
Cost: 8 Days 7 Nights
Budget: Rs 22500/- pp (Home stay, 3 – 4 Sharing)Standard: Rs 26500/- pp (Standard Hotels, 2-3 Sharing)Deluxe: Rs 29500/- pp (Deluxe Hotels, 2 Sharing)
*Cost for Kids pls get in touch with us. We can also arrange a private trip for your family.
Trip Includes:* Stay on Hotels / luxurious tents as per choice of package.* Stay in Leh for 04 nights* Stay in Nubra Valley for 02 night* Stay near Pangong Lake for 01 night* Food during trip – Breakfast & dinner only* Transport by Innova for Deluxe package or Tempo traveler for Budget and Standard package* All necessary Permits* Pick up drop from Leh airport in taxis* Backpack Outdoors souvenirs* Backpack Outdoors Expert leaders & Service Charge
Bikes can be arranged in Leh at extra cost, available Bikes – * Avengers, 350/ 500 cc Royal Enfield or Himalayan ( Rs 1500/- to Rs2500/- per day)* Fuel for bikes with be extra
Trip Excludes:* Flight to Leh & back* Food other than mentioned in the Itinerary* Any other expenses occurring due to natural calamities or reasons beyond our control.
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Photography Spl. 7N 8D Group tour to Leh Ladakh with Hanle observatory & tsomoriri
2023-08-05 08:30 - 2023-08-12 11:30 | Leh Ladakh, Lehi, UT, US
The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is a high-altitude astronomy station located in Hanle, India and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. Situated in the Western Himalayas at an elevation of 4,500 meters (14,764 ft), the IAO is one of the world’s highest located sites for optical, infrared and gamma-ray telescopes.[1] It is currently the tenth (see List of highest astronomical observatories) highest optical telescope in the world. It is India’s first dark-sky preserve.[2]
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