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Your Complete Guide to Best Time to Visit Ladakh

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If you are planning a bike trip to Leh Ladakh or really inspired to come to this snow desert gem, you may be wondering what the best time to visit Ladakh is. Famous for its ancient monasteries, snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, and thrilling treks, Ladakh is a year-round destination. But your personal choice can influence when to visit Leh Ladakh.

If you are itching to plan a Ladakh bike trip, summer, and winter is the ideal time to plan a Ladakh trip. Ladakh is a destination in the Himalayas and is interesting and beautiful throughout the year. This is why at Go2Ladakh, our holiday experts have crafted Ladakh tour packages for both the summer and winter seasons.

There are countless fantastic activities, and tourist attractions to see in Ladakh. So, depending on your interests or your available time to come to Ladakh, we got you covered with this best time to visit Ladakh guide.

Ladakh Weather and Climate

You would be amazed to know that Ladakh climate is divided into two seasons. Summer constituted four months (June to September). While the remaining eight months (between October-May) comprised the winter season. If you talk about the best time to plan a Leh Ladakh bike tour, summers are considered the ideal month. It is the time when the temperature fluctuates between 15-20 degree celsius (approx.). Talking of winters, the temperature is relatively cold—the mercury drops by -40 degree celsius (approx.) in some regions in Ladakh.

High (Peak) Season in Ladakh

April-May is the time when you can beat the tourist rush. Also, accommodation in Ladakh gets cheaper. It is also the time when the weather gets warm-up and the business-related things to do in Ladakh begin to re-open. June-July is the time when you can witness the snow and tourist hordes during these months. August is the time when Ladakh experiences heavy rain. It is not a suggested time to visit Ladakh because most of the attractions are closed due to landslides. From mid-September-October, the leaves get busted, and Ladakh valleys become green. If you love photography, the landscape of Ladakh during these two months is breathtaking.

How to Reach Ladakh?

The safest way to get around Ladakh is from the air. The capital of Ladakh, Leh, is well connected with domestic flights across metro Indian towns. However, the roads within Ladakh remain open all the 365 days. Amidst the winter months, the road to Ladakh gets blanketed with snow sheets. For Ladakh bike journeys, the scenery is spectacular and will captivate your mind.

What Are the Two Roads to Reach Ladakh?

Take a deep dive into the two routes to reach Ladakh on bike trip:

Manali-Leh Highway – This route is considered the most famous. The journey takes you through the breathtaking mountain passes like Taglang Pass, Baralacha Pass, Pir Panjal Range, Rohtang Pass. The Manali-Leh route is prone to acute mountain sickness. This route remains open between mid-June to October. Manali-Leh Highway becomes a little challenging from mid-September as snowfall happens. Due to which taxi and state bus services sometimes don’t operate.

Srinagar-Leh Highway – It is yet another route to reach Ladakh. The Srinagar-Leh Highway route is not that much challenging. You will be passing through the Indus River, Zoji Pass, Drass, Kargil. Srinagar-Manali Highway route remains open between mid-May-October.

Did you find the perfect time for you to plan your Cheapest Leh Ladakh tour packages adventure? Or maybe you are still not sure? If yes, then get in touch with Go2Ladakh travel consultants. Based in Ladakh, we use our local insider knowledge to help you provide the hassle-free Ladakh holiday experience.

Fall in the Lap of Suru Valley of Ladakh

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It is always a good idea to escape from the scorching heat of the sun in most metropolitan cities of India and go for a holiday in one of the coolest parts of our country that is not only a summer retreat for its tourists but also a paradise on a paradise.

Suru valley

We are talking about the Suru Valley Ladakh because it is an aesthetic scenery to look at, embedded in lush green plains and sky-touching mountains. Though it is a wonderful place to witness, it is one of those parts of India that are not much explored while you plan your next trip to Ladakh don’t forget to add Suru Valley in your trip list. If you want to experience a majestic view and breathe in some fresh air, make a trip to the Suru valley today.

How to travel to Suru Valley?

By plane: To reach Suru Valley, you have to book a cab till Ladakh first and then get on a taxi that will take you till Suru Valley that belongs to Ladakh. It is a 200 km journey to Suru Valley from Ladakh airport.

Via car: Suru valley can be reached by car though there are road blockages during winter because of heavy rainfall.

By Train: You can get on a train till the Jammu and Kashmir railway station and then book a taxi till the Suru valley that is located 540 km away from the station.

What can you experience at the Suru valley?

It is hard to blink an eye while you are standing in front of the beautiful Suru valley, situated in Ladakh. It is drained by the tributary of River Indus which in the Suru valley is known as the Suru river and crosses via the Kargil district which is one of the major parts of Suru Valley. As tourists, you will get to see the most enthralling and mesmerizing view because of farmlands in this region and the snow-clad mountain ranges. It is rich in agriculture with the plantations of willow and poplar trees and is inhabited with more than 25000 people like the Shia Muslims in Tibetan settlements. After visiting this breathtaking valley, it is suggested that you visit the beautiful town of Kargil first and foremost and then visit several other places like Sankoo, Kartse Khar, Panikhar and Rangdum. Though a small valley, it is not devoid of opening your levels of interest. You can go on trekking adventures with your friends in the hilly regions of Suru Valley.

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If you are struggling with a mundane lifestyle then better plan a trip to this beautiful God’s creation and visit all the places in the valley starting from the alluring plateau of Rangdum to the Buddhist village of Karste Kar to every corner of the Suru Valley that is worth visiting.

Suru valley is known to be one of the most majestic places on earth which will help you attain mental peace from the daily complexities of life and let you experience nature’s magic. The cool breezy climate is also a relief from the summer heat of the sun. The best time to visit this valley is from July to September when you can experience the pleasant and chilly weather of the Suru valley.

Why is the Suru Valley unexplored?

The Suru valley is a more or less unexplored region because it is a good 274 km journey from Kargil and back in the same way which may cause some hindrance to tourists and travellers. If you travel by car, the car will be unable to reach the top of the valley and you have to walk all the way you want to get the desired view of the valley.  For good photography, you have to visit the valley at noon when the sun is at its peak so you get beautiful pictures and that is not possible at any other time because it has deep canyons and gorges on all sides. The availability of support staff hotels is lesser after mid-September because they leave by that time and it is difficult quite to get accommodation and food speciality if you are travelling in a big group during any other time of the year.