Snow Leopard Expedition (Spiti Valley)
Snow Leopards are some of the most difficult animals to spot in the wild. They usually live at altitudes over 15,000-16,000ft in summers and prey mostly on Bharals or Mountain goats, Ibex, Himalayan Thar, and Markhors. During the winters, all their prey come down to lower altitudes in search of grass and with them, the snow leopards too start coming down. That is the best chance for us to sight them. India has approximately 500-600 snow leopards.
Along with the Snow leopards, you also get to witness the Buddhist civilizations of Key Monastery and the winters of Spiti Valley. In recent times, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary has been a great spot to find Snow Leopards, the Himalayan Red Fox, Himalayan Wolf, Blue Sheep, Himalayan Ibex, and other mammals.
It is also an abode to several species of birds like the Golden Eagle, different species of vultures, and many migratory birds. This tour is a unique experience for a chance to spot Snow Leopards in the wild.
Itinerary
Dates & Rates
Dates:
01 – 12 February 2025
Rates:
US$ 4700 pps or US$ 5400 single
Included:
- Maximum 8 guests
- Legend Safaris photographic guide
- Photographic tutoring
- Accommodation on Double / Twin sharing basis in all above-mentioned Hotels/ Lodges/ Homestay.
- Breakfast in New Delhi and Chandigarh. FB (All meals) in Kibber Tabo and Rampur.
- All airport transfers, Internal Transfers.
- Economy / Premium Economy class airfare from New Delhi to Chandigarh and back. Excess luggage (Total weight 23kg check-in + 7kg cabin luggage per person)
- Bottled Drinking water during Transfers.
- All Applicable taxes.
- All Entry charges, Guide fees for Safaris. Village fees, Inner line permits, Wildlife fees, and camera charges for Snow leopard expedition.
- 1 porter per person on the Snow Leopard expedition at Kibber to carry luggage. Hiking Sticks and Gaiters for Snow Leopard expedition.
- Portable Oxygen cylinder and basic first aid kit in Kibber.
Excluded:
- Any personal expenses, extra meals, beverages, alcohol.
- Tips and gratitude.
- Travel Insurance, International Airfare, and Visa charges.
- Anything not mentioned in “Inclusions”
- Any extra charges due to cancellations, Heavy Snowfall/roadblocks, or unavoidable circumstances.
Please Note:
- The Snow Leopard expedition is an adventure at 14,500 feet above sea level. The oxygen levels at this altitude are low, which is the reason we take stays in between to reach Kibber to help acclimatize to the high altitude and temperature.
- There may be changes in the Itinerary depending on weather conditions or unavoidable circumstances. The accommodation in Kibber is a Homestay and one of the best available options there considering the remoteness of the Area. There is no flowing Tap water in Kibber. Water is provided in containers.
- The average day temperature on the snow leopard expedition will be @ -15 degree C and it can drop down to -25 degrees C in the night. The rooms of the homestay in Kibber are wood heated making it warm and comfortable. Electric blankets are present in all rooms. Dry toilets / regular toilets are facilities available dependent on weather conditions. Daily hot water will be provided for dry bathing and freshening up.
- Each Participant will have a Personal porter to carry backpack/camera equipment. Walking Sticks will be provided to hike in the Snow.
- Participants with medical history related to Heart or Lungs need to consult your Doctor and will need to provide a Doctor’s certificate for the expedition. The organizers will not be responsible for any loss of property or life while on the tour.
- First aid for field emergencies and portable oxygen cylinder will be provided during the expedition.
- Participants are advised to get their travel insurance for the duration of the tour.
- The Homestay has electricity to charge your phone and camera devices. There will be WiFi available at the homestay.
- Smoking is not advised on this trip.
