Foreigners are required to obtain inner line permit to visit Pangong, Nubra, Tso Moriri or other restricted area. The same may be obtained from the DC Office located in Leh town. It will cost approx Rs.500/- for 5 Days including environment and wildlife fee. Indians are not required to obtain inner line permits.

You may select the tour depending upon your date of travel, number of days and mode of travel.
If you are looking for group departure for bike trips then make sure that you are staying back at the places mentioned in the itinerary(Important places to stay is Hunder/Diskit in Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake).
Back up vehicle with mechanic should be there to carry your luggage, extra fuel and bike in case of break down.

Same day you get the permit. The office is open between 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM. The cost of permit is not included for foreigners. If you are going for a planned trip then your trip planner may arrange for the permit in advance post trip bookings.

10 to 12 days are ideal for the Leh Ladakh bike trip.

You can check out some the planned trips on Trodly http://www.trodly.com/activity?location=Leh&loca...

Should make your dreams a reality soon then!

You should be able to fix the basic of bikes if in case you are not joining group. Chain/Clutch/Break wires are very common break downs + you need to carry and calculate your fuel and mileage of the bike. Nubra to Pangong is not advisable Solo.

You may opt for Srinagar-Kargil-Leh route. You may stay at Lamayuru or villages in Sham Valley instead of Kargil.

Following elements makes the group cost:
1. Fully supported Back up vehicle to carry your luggage and extra fuel
2. Your stays are pre-reserved at the hotels with good parking where the bikes are safe. Also buffet breakfast and dinner is covered in most of the palces/camps
3. Expert Mechanics and Guides who will be with you throughout the journey to fix the bikes in case of any break down
4. Bike rental for HP & Leh with fuel is included

It's all safe to ride!
You need to start early everyday and try to reach the destination before 04:00 PM
If in case travelling solo then keep on posting about your whereabouts or inform your family and friends. Keep your original ids and emergency contact numbers handy.

You may have enough time to explore Leh when you ride back from Pangong. It's 04 Hours ride from Pangong to Leh. We may start early from Pangong to explore Leh town, Leh Market, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace etc...You may have an additional days at Srinagar or Manali.

Yes you can!

You need to estimate breakdown time and spent little time to explore/experience the everyday destination where you are staying back till you reach Leh. Now you have an option to cargo your bikes from Leh to your hometown.

You can go for long water rafting on Zanskar River.
Water sports are restricted in Pangong and Tso Moriri

It was snowing yesterday here in Leh. You may expect minus 4 to plus 5 degrees.
Your clothing and first day acclimatization is very important. It's alright with kids.

Manali to Leh is approx 500 Kms
Leh-Nubra-Pangong-Leh is approx 380 Kms

Yes, been to Kerala! Beautiful State.

It is advisable to travel between mid May to Mid August with kids.

You may hire a taxi for your friends and family. Depending upon your time and date of travel you may explore - Alchi, Basgo, Lamayuru, Lekir, Nimo, Phyang, Tso Moriri, Hemis, Pangong, Spagmik, Nubra(Deskit/Hunder), Turtuk - Last village between India and Pakistan...much more!

In Kerala - Thekkady's wildlife and Beaches of Kovalam is nice. We may have a separate chat on this:) Let me know if in case you have any query for your ride to Leh!

160 Kms

3rd Week is the good time from Manali to Leh if all the 5 high passes opens up. On a safer side, keep it for last week of June.

Kids from different cities travel to Leh. Every individual immunity is different. Taking a rest to get acclimatize is the best option when coming by flight in the high altitude. In case of exigencies medical facilities are available in the Leh city.

The good part is that you already got a riding experince of 4 years in a city. You will be trained while doing the trail run before starting the ride to Ladakh. Also, you will be escorted by the Road Captain and fully supported Back up vehicle.

Yes, you can take your Pulsar 150CC!

Hydration is the important part throughout your journey. We advise to take Diamox tablet a day before taking a flight to Leh. You may consult pediatrician for medicines related to kids :)

Sham Valley, Indus Valley, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake are few of the must visit plces. All the places in Ladakh are worth visiting depending upon the time you have in hand, and not over hyped except the Magnetic Hill :)

Royal Enfield and Avenger is best and comfortable choice for riding on this terrain. Any 150CC+ bike is good for Leh Ladkah Ride. Pulsar will be little exhaustive.

You may have hot lunches of your own choice on the way at the small shops and Dhabas enroute. It should cost you between Rs.50/- to Rs.200/- Per Meal. You may experience local food while having lunches.

Royal Enfield 350 CC is good for Single Rider and 500 CC for 2 Person on 1 Bike.
Avenger is also a good choice!

At all the stops during the rides, there are toilets and for our planned trips we call toilet tents in support vehicle and where were necessary we pitch it for convenience to the participants