Leh Ladakh Bird Watching Tour 7 days focus on bird species in the region’s unique ecosystems
Overview
Explore the diverse avian life of Leh Ladakh with our 7-day bird watching tour. This tour focuses on the unique ecosystems of the region, offering bird enthusiasts the chance to observe a variety of bird species in their natural habitats.
Highlights
– Bird watching at Tso Moriri and Pangong Lake
– Exploration of the Indus River Basin
– Visit to Hemis National Park
– Observing migratory birds at Hanle Wetlands
– Expert-guided bird watching sessions
– Cultural experience at local villages
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Leh
– Arrival at Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport
– Transfer to hotel for rest and acclimatization
– Evening orientation session on bird watching
Day 2: Bird Watching in Leh
– Early morning bird watching around Leh
– Visit to local sites like Thiksey Monastery for bird observation
– Explore Leh Market in the evening
Day 3: Leh to Tso Moriri
– Drive to Tso Moriri Lake
– Afternoon bird watching session around the lake
– Overnight stay in a lakeside camp
Day 4: Tso Moriri Bird Watching
– Full day of bird watching at Tso Moriri
– Picnic lunch by the lake
– Evening at leisure
Day 5: Tso Moriri to Hanle Wetlands
– Drive to Hanle Wetlands
– Bird watching at the wetlands known for migratory species
– Visit Hanle Observatory in the evening
Day 6: Hanle to Leh via Hemis National Park
– Early morning bird watching at Hanle Wetlands
– Drive back to Leh via Hemis National Park
– Bird watching and wildlife spotting in the park
Day 7: Departure from Leh
– Morning bird watching session along the Indus River
– Transfer to the airport for departure
Inclusions
– Accommodation in comfortable hotels and camps
– All meals (breakfast lunch and dinner)
– Airport transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
– Expert bird watching guides and naturalists
– Inner line permits and entry fees
– Bird watching equipment and binoculars
Exclusions
– Airfare to and from Leh
– Personal expenses and travel insurance
– Any optional tours or activities
– Tips and gratuities
Pricing
– Double Occupancy: INR 50,000 per person
– Single Occupancy: INR 65,000 per person
Cancellation Policy
– Cancellations made 30 days or more before the departure date: Full refund
– Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the departure date: 50 percent refund
– Cancellations made less than 15 days before the departure date: No refund
– No show: No refund
[Note: Tour package price, hotel names and meal plan mentioned above in this itinerary are indicative only. Actual price will depend on hotel category, number of person, vehicle category, meal plan etc. Final price will be shared at the time of enquiry after discussion.]