7. Documents

At least one government issued identity card like Aadhar card /driver’s license/Passport. Please ensure that you are carrying both the original and a few photocopies of it.

8. Medicines for AMS in Ladakh (acute mountain sickness)

Acetazolamide, also known as Diamox, is the preferred medicine. It helps your body get used to higher altitudes more quickly and reduces minor symptoms. Take a dose of Diamox a day before you climb, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE TAKING THE MEDICINE. Apart from Diamox, carry some other basic medicines for headache, upset stomach, fever, cold and cough. If possible, I will also recommend carrying a small pack of glucose. If the high altitude, long hours of travel and mountain sickness start to take a toll, it can work miracles to keep you going, providing instant energy

9. Do not exert yourself

Keep your body relaxed, try to walk slowly, and do not exert yourself with any unnecessary activities that will leave you panting.

10. LUGGAGE

Choose just one backpack which can accommodate all your primary luggage including clothes, toiletries etc. While choosing the luggage bag avoid strollers or heavy suitcase You should also carry a smaller backpack or rucksack for everyday travel. In this bag you can carry your documents, water bottle, snacks etc.

MARCH-APRIL is the first month of the pre-monsoon summer. While things warm up in the rest of the country, Ladakh continues to experience snowfall in April as well. The temperature will range between an average of minimum 6°C and a maximum of 12°C.

Below is what you should pack for a trip at this time.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Thermals / Warmers
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Warm Insulated Shoes
• 6) Balaclava or Monkey cap
• 7) Warm gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm

MAY is a comfortable month in Ladakh, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10°C and a high of 16°C. Snowfall this month is extremely rare except for the top of the passes. Places like Nubra Valley and Leh will be a warm but Pangong and Tso Moriri will still be little cold. Below is what you should pack for a trip at this time.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Thermals / Warmers
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Warm Insulated Shoes
• 6) Balaclava or Monkey cap
• 7) Warm gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm

JUN is the peak tourist season. It is a pleasant month, with average temperature varying between 12°C and 21°C. Clothes to pack for Ladakh trip in June will be as mentioned below.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Thermals / Warmers
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Warm Insulated Shoes
• 6) Balaclava or Monkey cap
• 7) Warm gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm

JULY is the warmest month of the year and also marks the beginning of the monsoon season in the valleys of Manali and Kashmir. It is another great month to visit Ladakh with average temperature fluctuating between 15°C and 25°C, Ladakh is a high-altitude desert, with only 2 days of rainfall per month and 15 mm (0.6 in) of precipitationLadakh lies in the rain shadow of the Himalayas, so monsoon rain clouds are blocked, and the climate is always very dry.,

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Thermals / Warmers
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Warm Insulated Shoes
• 6) Balaclava or Monkey cap
• 7) Warm gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm

AUGUST The temperature in Ladakh in August will vary between 10°C and 25°C making it another warm month.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Regular Cotton Clothes
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Regular Sports Shoes
• 5) Light Gloves
• 6) Warm gloves
• 7) Sunglasses
• 8) Sunblock Lotion
• 9) Cold Cream
• 10) Lip Balm
• 11) Rain gear if coming by road on a motorcycle
• 12) Umbrella if possible

SEPTEMBER is a comfortable month in Ladakh, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10°C and a high of 16°C. Snowfall this month is extremely rare except for the top of the passes. Places like Nubra Valley and Leh will be a warm but Pangong and Tso Moriri will still be little cold. Below is what you should pack for a trip at this time.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Regular Cotton Clothes
• 3) Couple of woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Regular Sports Shoes
• 6) Woolen Cap
• 7) Light Gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm

OCTOBER is a comfortable month in Ladakh, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10°C and a high of 16°C. Snowfall this month is extremely rare except for the top of the passes. Places like Nubra Valley and Leh will be a warm but Pangong and Tso Moriri will still be little cold. Below is what you should pack for a trip at this time.

• 1) A warm jacket
• 2) Thermals / Warmers
• 3) Heavy woolens
• 4) Woolen Socks
• 5) Warm Insulated Shoes
• 6) Balaclava or Monkey cap
• 7) Warm gloves
• 8) Sunglasses
• 9) Sunblock Lotion
• 10) Cold Cream
• 11) Lip Balm
• 12) Two pair of gloves, light and heavy

Ladakhi language

Ladakhi people will always appreciate any attempt that you make to speak a few words in their language. Ladakhi language is not easy to learn but knowing a few simple phrases will make a world of difference when interacting with your hosts, especially in remote villages where English is not widely spoken. Local people will greatly appreciate your effort and you will be rewarded with beautiful Ladakhi smiles!

• JULLEY!
Hello / Thank you / Goodbye!
• O LEY.
Yes, thank you.
• MAN LEY.
No, thank you.
• KHAMZANG IN-A LEY?
How are you?
• KHAMZANG IN LEY.
I am fine.

Note “LEY” is often added at the end of sentences to show respect to the person you are speaking to.

Greetings and Introductions:

• NYERANG MING-A CHI-IN LEY?
What is your name?
• NYE MING-A SONAM IN LEY.
My name is .Tashi
• NYERANG KA-NE YIN?
Where are you from?
• NGA DELHI NE YIN.
I’m from Delhi.