LADAKH Mountain Mama
The stark beauty of lunarscape, strange
two-humped camels, jewel-hued lakes — Ladakh offers the tourist scenes that are
out of the ordinary
ESSENTIALS
GETTING THERE
Air India flies from most major cities around India to Leh (IXL), with a stopover in New Delhi (return fares from 9,635). If you’ve booked with Rimo Expeditions, they can arrange a pick-up from and drop-off to Leh airport.
GETTING AROUND
We travelled with Rimo Expeditions (91-1982-253348/ 253257; rimo expeditions.com, info@rimoexpeditions.com; office: Hotel Kanglhachen Complex, Leh; from 1,24,178 for two).
Shopping
Gani Handicrafts: With a wide range of silver jewellery & Kashmiri carpets and woollens, this is a good place to look for trinkets & souvenirs (91-9922542134; ganihandicrafts 96@yahoo.in; opp post office). Thogchak: This is a great place to pick up authentic Tibetan and Bhutanese arts and crafts (91-1982-253146; Fort Rd, opp power house). Cute Arts & Crafts: This little shop specialises in Ladakhi-ware (91-1982-255517; triqcutearts@yahoo.co.in; Main Bazaar). Leh’s Main Bazaar: Hunt around here and you will find a great bargain on woollens.
What to Pack
Altitude sickness medicine such as Diamox (consult your physician before the trip) A basic first-aid kit Paracetamol, Disprin or any other medication for headaches Sunscreen Cap Sunglasses A torch with spare batteries Loose, comfortable clothing to wear during the trek Warm clothes, including thermals Moisturiser and lip balm Raincoat/ umbrella Woollen socks Toilet paper Hand sanitiser Sturdy shoes, preferably trekking boots — you can also hire trekking equipment at Venture Equipment Hiring Shop: 00-91-9858323091; chosphel5@yahoo.com; Changspa Rd, opp Mission School.
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