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faq.subtitle Leh
May to September. Roads are open, weather is pleasant (10-25C). July-August ideal for trekking.
Leh city requires no permit. But Nubra, Pangong, Tso Moriri require ILP. Foreigners need PAP through travel agent.
Rest 48 hours on arrival. Drink 3-4 liters water daily. Avoid alcohol first 2 days. Start Diamox 1 day before (consult doctor).
ATMs available in Leh but often run out of cash. Carry sufficient cash. Cards accepted only at large hotels. UPI very limited.
Yes, Leh is very safe. Biggest risks are altitude sickness and road conditions. Stay on main routes, respect local regulations.
By air: flights from Delhi (90 min). By road: from Manali (475km, 2 days) or Srinagar (434km, 2 days). Roads open May-October only.
Only BSNL, Airtel, Jio (postpaid). Prepaid from other states does not work. Buy local SIM in Delhi or Leh.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Leh
Rest at least 48 hours on arrival by air. Do not go to high passes on Day 1.
Carry at least 20,000 INR in cash. ATMs often empty, only large hotels accept cards.
Drink 3-4 liters of water daily. Dehydration common at altitude. Avoid alcohol first 2 days.
Book flights early. Limited flights fill up fast in peak season (June-September).
Get local SIM (BSNL/Airtel/Jio postpaid) in Delhi. Prepaid from other states does not work.
Book taxi through official Taxi Union. Avoid unregistered drivers. Fixed rates for tourist destinations.
Learn basic Tibetan/Ladakhi phrases: Julley (hello), Julley Julley (thank you).
Respect Buddhist monastery culture. Remove shoes, walk clockwise, do not touch statues.
Bring SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat. UV rays intense at altitude.
Best monasteries to visit: Thiksey, Hemis, Diskit, Alchi. Go early morning to avoid crowds.
Weather
Average temperature by month
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-14°Jan
1°
-12°Feb
6°
-5°Mar
12°
1°Apr
17°
5°May
21°
9°Jun
25°
13°Jul
24°
12°Aug
20°
7°Sep
13°
0°Oct
6°
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-11°Dec
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50 ₹~0.55 $
Limited local buses. Government buses to Manali and Srinagar seasonally (May-September).
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500 ₹~5.5 $
Taxis available through Ladakh Taxi Union. Fixed rates for tourist destinations. Book in advance during peak season.
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location.transport.bus | 50 ₹ ~0.55 $ | — | Limited local buses. Government buses to Manali and Srinagar seasonally (May-September). |
location.transport.taxi | 500 ₹ ~5.5 $ | — | Taxis available through Ladakh Taxi Union. Fixed rates for tourist destinations. Book in advance during peak season. |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
200 - 400 ₹
~300 $
Restaurant dinner
800 - 1,500 ₹
~1,150 $
Breakfast
150 - 250 ₹
~200 $
Street Food
Local dish
50 - 100 ₹
~75.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
80 - 150 ₹
~115 $
Beer in bar
250 - 400 ₹
~325 $
Local beer
150 - 200 ₹
~175 $
Imported beer
300 - 450 ₹
~375 $
Wine bottle
800 - 1,500 ₹
~1,150 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
250 - 300 ₹
~275 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
20 - 40 ₹
~30.0 $
Cigarettes
150 - 250 ₹
~200 $
Weekly groceries
2,000 - 3,500 ₹
~2,750 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
350 - 800 ₹ / night
~575 $
Hostel private room
800 - 1,500 ₹ / night
~1,150 $
Guesthouse
1,000 - 2,000 ₹ / night
~1,500 $
Hotel 2★
1,500 - 2,500 ₹ / night
~2,000 $
Hotel 3★
2,500 - 4,500 ₹ / night
~3,500 $
Hotel 4★
5,000 - 10,000 ₹ / night
~7,500 $
Hotel 5★
12,000 - 25,000 ₹ / night
~18,500 $
Boutique hotel
8,000 - 15,000 ₹ / night
~11,500 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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VisaMastercard
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limited
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Cash essential. ATMs limited and often empty. Carry enough for entire trip.
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Indian Rupee (INR). Exchange currency in Delhi before arriving. Exchange options in Leh very limited.
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10%
Tipping not mandatory. 10% appreciated in upscale restaurants. For guides/drivers: 500-1000 INR/day.
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
