Cliffhanger (14 Days)
An adrenaline pumping journey of 2,500 kms
Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir
Beginner to Intermediate
Difficulty Level
14 days
Duration
5,019 m
Highest Altitude
12-29
Group Size
185,000
Price (excl GST)
931.5
kgCO2e/person
A drive through some of the most remote regions that will leave you proud and humbled
Gear up to put your mountain driving skills to test with an exhilarating self-drive Himalayan safari that will take you through paths that are not even listed on Google Maps. Over a course of two weeks, we'll drive through remote and pristine regions of the North-Western Indian Himalayas while experiencing immersive camps and relaxing picnics on the way. The drive goes via Shinku La from Himachal Pradesh, to the Zanskar region of Ladakh, and from Kishtwar in J&K to Killar and back, and is a challenging but exciting experience for an driving enthusiast.
Please Note: If you have some experience of high-altitude mountain driving, then this expedition is recommended for you.
Itinerary
1Arrive at Kullu. Rest, acclimatise and explore the valley.
2Start off with a drive from Manali to the starkly different landscape of Gemur / Jispa via Attal Tunnel.
3Stay at Gemur and acclimate with an optional drive till Baralacha La Pass.
4Begin the remote journey as you drive from Gemur to Purne over Shinku La. Stop for a picnic lunch at Gombo Rajan.
5Hike from Purne to Phuktal. Return and drive to Padum.
6Drive from Padum to Lamayuru via Zangla, crossing Singe La, Wanla and Sirsir La
7Drive from Lamayuru to Kargil.
8Drive from Kargil to the lush green valleys of Kashmir. Reach Srinanagar and enjoy a relaxing sunset shikara ride.
9Explore Srinagar.
10Drive from Srinagar to Kishtwar and finally to Gulabgarh—the land of sapphire, saffron and shrines.
11Drive from Gulabgarh and head back to Himachal. Overnight stay in a mobile camp at Sural Battori (Pangi Valley, Chamba).
12Explore the majestic views of Sural Battori with local walks.
13Drive from Sural Battori to Dalhousie via Sach—the final high mountain pass of this journey.
14Dalhousie to your respective destination.
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What’s Included
Accommodation for 13 nights
All meals from Dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 14
Lead car with tour manager and gear and safety equipment
Sweep car with tour manager and gear and safety equipment
Experienced and qualified staff, and high-quality service
Safety communication devices like walkie-talkies and satellite phones
One walkie-talkie for each vehicle
Gear rental for group camping
First aid and support, including oxygen cylinders
What’s Not Included
Travel and accident insurance
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses incurred during the trip
Transportation to the starting point
Additional expenses in case of unforeseen circumstances
Tips
Is this for me?
If long and remote road trips that bring you closer to the geography and culture of the mountains excite you, then this is the adventure for you!
