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Snow Leopard Population (and Sighting) increasing in Spiti valley

Posted by Pawan Ranta on January 07, 2023

 
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Snow leopard population might be increasing across the globe (as this elusive animal was listed as endangered in IUCN red list earlier and now listed as vulnerable) but it is still a 'once in a lifetime' kind of moment to spot the snow leopard—the apex animal in high reaches of the Himalayas.

There are umpteen wildlife tour agencies who organize tracking and sighting events in Spiti and Ladakh, but most of them operate from big cities.

A few local companies are there.

Snow leopard expedition by Raacho Trekkers is the one that I recommend. It is a local team, and they have quite sucessful in spotting the grey ghost over the last few years.

 

Pasting the itinerary and other details from thier event page:

 

Itinerary for photo expedition

Day 1: Chandigarh–Narkanda (altitude, 2700 m): Distance covered 175 km. Drive (on NH5) duration: 6 hours (Overnight stay at HPTDC hotel).

Day 2: Narkanda–Ralli, Kinnaur (altitude 2100 m). Distance covered 144 km. Drive time on NH5: 5–6 hours (Stay at Homestay).

Day 3: Ralli–Kibber Village (altitude, 4270 m): Drive time on NH5 and NH505: 7–8 hours. Overnight stay at a Homestay.

Day 4,5,6, and 7: Hiking and following the elusive snow leopard around Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary. Reach early for spotting places like Rong Nala in Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary. Snow leopard tracking guides and porters will lead you to the spot. There would not be any specific routine for these 4 days reserved for spotting snow leopards, as we need to move to the spotting places as soon as we hear about the sightings from our spotting guides.

Day 8: Kibber–Rampur Bushahr: 10 hours drive time, covering about 320 km. Stay at Nau Nabh Heritage hotel.

Day 9: Rampur Bushahr–Chandigarh Airport/ISBT

Expedition Highlights:

1. Highly experienced team of trackers, guides, and wildlife photography tour organizers.

2. All staff members are local.

3. All-inclusive trip.

5. Premium Accommodation at Hotel and Homestays with heating facilities.

6. Foldable Camping Chairs for seating while waiting for snow leopard sighting.

7. Opportunity to photograph other Himalayan wildlife like Ibex, Blue sheep, and Red foxes.

 

Inclusions

  • Opportunity to witness the majesty of the Shen and photographing them in the wild. We have sighted snow leopards on all expeditions we have organized in the last six years.
  • 2 Nights hotel accommodation (HPTDC Narkanda and Nau Nabh Heritage hotel, Rampur).
  • 6 Nights homestay accommodation with wood burning Tandoor/ Bukhari heaters and all meals.
  • Spotters / Scanners, Guide, porters for carrying camera gear.
  • Walkie-talkie radios
  • Monastery fees, wildlife permit fees, and Kibber village Panchayat fee.
  • Hot water, tea, and snacks in homestay and at sighting spot.
  • Walking pole.
  • Foldable stools at spotting site.
  • 4WD car for all itinerary days.

Essentials to carry along

  • Two pairs of thermal base layer
  • Good quality thick wool socks (2-3 pairs)
  • High ankle trekking boots (Similar to Decathlon FORCLAZ 100 hiking shoes)
  • Sweater and fleece for mid-layer
  • Heavy down jacket for outer layer (Similar to Decathlon MT500)
  • 100–400 mm zoom lenses or super telephoto (500 mm / 600 mm focal length) lenses
  • Phone and camera batter chargers
  • Batter backups and power banks
  • Memory cards
  • Good quality gloves
  • Backpack (70-90 liter) for multi-days Hikes.
  • A pair of trek gaiters – To prevent snow/moisture seeping inside the boot.
  • Trekking Pole
  • Wind-proof fleece pants / trousers – (at least 3 Trek Pants), no Jeans. Synthetic, Quick Dry fabric-based Trek Pants are ideal.
  • Balaclava
  • Sunglasses – They are a must for a snow hike. Carry UV rated ones.
  • Water bottles – Avoid plastic drinking bottles.
  • Toiletries (Sunscreen – SPF 60+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
  • Headlamp/ LED Torch
  • Energy bars/dry fruits. Essential for surviving the harsh winters of Kinnaur & Spiti valley.
  • First-aid kit

Cancellation policy

  1. Full refund for all cancellations before 30 days of departure date
  2. 50% refund for all cancellations between 10 and 30 days before the departure date.
  3. 25% refund for all cancellations made 10 days before the departure date.

Key terms of expedition

  • Extreme climate events and natural disasters are common in this north-eastern part of Himachal Pradesh. In case there occurs such an event, the expedition will be canceled, and we won’t be able to offer you any refund.
  • You need to be in good health before starting this expedition. You’ll also need to provide proof of good health and fitness certificate on day 1 of the itinerary.
  • Though we have spotted snow leopards on all previous expeditions, sighting them and capturing them in a perfect frame is still a matter of chance. Probability of sighting them gets increased whenever there is large snow precipitation. In case of such events, we may take liberty in rescheduling fixed departure dates and itinerary plan accordingly.

 

 

 

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Plan Your Best Itinerary from Amritsar to Dalhousie With Us

Posted by AarohamResorts on December 30, 2022

 
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Winter is upon us! This season, escape the mayhem of the city, the crowded bars, and the congested streets and discover. If you are looking for the best itinerary from Amritsar to Dalhousie?  Himachal Pradesh’s snow-covered mountains, known as the Dev Bhoomi – India. This innovative excursion transports you through the delight of being surrounded by snowy mountains without engaging in a strenuous walk requiring high levels of fitness or endurance. Launching the largely uncharted Dalhousie, Kalatop, and Khajjiar Snow Tour during wintertime fun.

Let’s explore the region of deodar & pine trees while keeping an eye out for any snow creatures in case you’re lucky. The best places to see (with brief diversions) on the route from Amritsar towards Dalhousie include Jallianwala Massacre, Dainkund Peak, Dharamshala Durgiana Temple, and Shivala Trust Jyotish. Akal Takht, Khajjiar Lake, and Chamera Dam are a few other well-liked sites.

Picturesque Dalhousie

The tiny town of Dalhousie, which has been named after just a British officer, is fairly remote, making it an ideal destination for tourists from around the world to explore. It has a strong sense of old-world charm, a stunning natural setting, pine-covered valleys, flower-decked meadows, swift-moving rivers, enormous mist-covered mountains, and some of the most beautiful views in the world. The atmosphere has a pristine British flavor, and the air has a Scottish & Victorian architecture aroma. This winter, you should not pass up this flavor.

Amritsar

The Golden Temple and the Jallianwala Bagh Tour are included in the Amritsar day tour. If time allows, you can explore the nearby Wagah border. Great food, a mellow vibe, and humble people abound in this city. While visiting Amritsar with Trikon, have some wonderful Amritsari Kulcha and Naan. during this winter.

Best Itinerary from Amritsar to Dalhousie With Us

Consider having the most memorable trip with us which will forever leave you with everlasting memories. This trip would be as follows:

Day 1: This vacation package’s first day begins in Amritsar and travels to Dalhousie for a stay at the Best Place to Stay in Dalhousie. It begin your journey at Amritsar and continue on to Dalhousie from there.

If you get to Dalhousie, where you meet our staff. You then move to Aaroham to get the rest you need. You might go to the surrounding markets in the evening to do some shopping. Then return to Aaroham where you are vacationing after the quick shopping

Day 2:  Day 2 of our Tour Packages for Dalhousie is a rather thrilling day. This day is reserved for exploring Dalhousie and the surrounding regions locally. You begin the day after consuming breakfast at the hotel in the morning. You’ll get to see some of Dalhousie’s well-known neighborhood spots.

Best Itinerary From Amritsar To Dalhousie

Here are a few of Dalhousie’s most well-known local attractions and Places to Visit Near Dalhousie:

  1. Subhash Bowli
  2. Jandri Ghat Palace
  3. Subhash Chowk
  4. Satdhara
  5. Old and Famous Churches of Dalhousie
  6. Bakrota Hills

Day 3: Day 3 is to soak in all the snow cladded mountains and the cool and bone-chilling air that engulfs Dalhousie. This day is a pretty relaxe day after the thrilling you’ve had the Day before.

Day 4: Day 4 is an adventurous day. Today, thousands of tourists from around the world come to Dalhousie. Adventurers come here to partake in a variety of adventure activities like zorbing, horseback riding, and paragliding, among others. The last day would end with an everlasting memory with crazy sports and adventure.

Our Special Amritsar to Dalhousie Trip

If you’re taking a road trip between Best Itinerary from Amritsar to Dalhousie. Aaroham performed a homework and came up with some fantastic Luxury Cottages in Dalhousie, like the ever-famous Mata Lal Devi Ji Temple, Gobindgarh Fort, Dharamshala Durgiana Temple, and Shivala Trust Jyotish. This is the last day of the journey from Amritsar to Dalhousie. With all the wonderful memories of the trip, you begin your journey toward Amritsar after eating breakfast at the hotel. This plan by Aaroham make’s up this itinerary. If you want a great time, you must book this trip package.

The Royalwoods by Aaroham Resorts

We invite you to the lavish Aaroham Resorts with staggering perspectives, snow, and astounding food. On the off chance that you are searching for a quite loosening up get-away with your accomplice, companions, family, or on the other hand to invest some quality alone energy, we take care of it for you. We offer probably the best administrations that assist you with making some casual memories so you can re-energize your batteries before you return to the normal, worn out daily schedule.

We offer a comfortable spot with tasty food in the midst of nature. When you are here, you won’t require anything more to de-stress. Likewise, you don’t need to stress over the spending plan since we have a spending plan that will ensure you don’t surpass your put forth objective. It is also one of the Best Place to Stay in Dalhousie.

Aaroham By Aamod, a 4-star hotel, is situated in Dalhousie, 12 kilometres outside Banikhet as well as 15 km from Lahri. This resort has a restaurant and a front desk that is open around-the-clock for visitors. The lodging offers guests room service, including concierge service, and tour planning. Every accommodation at the resort has a workstation, a flat-screen Television set, a full bathroom, bed linen, towels, and a balcony with views of the mountains. A secure storage box is includ in every unit.

Best Itinerary from Amritsar to Dalhousie, Aaroham Resorts

Aaroham offers a continental breakfast every day. From Aamod, Sherpur is 26 kilometres and Khajiar 15 km away from the lodging.

There is no doubt that Dalhousie is one of the most beautiful places in India. With its snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys and picturesque lakes, it is no wonder that Dalhousie is such a popular tourist destination.

When it comes to finding the best place to stay in Dalhousie, there are a few factors to consider. Firstly, Dalhousie is a very large town, so it is important to choose a location that is central and convenient. Secondly, Dalhousie can be quite cold in winter, so it is important to find accommodation that is well-heated.

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