Hemis National Park

Hemis National Park

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India|Asia
73
Wildlife
28
Access
34
Stay
61
Safety
87
Photo
90
Crowds
54
Cost
74
Birding

Hemis National Park is the emblematic high altitude wildlife destination of Ladakh and one of the worlds most famous places for snow leopard tracking. It is most rewarding in winter for dedicated wildlife travelers comfortable with cold, remote, and physically demanding conditions.

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Wildlife Species

Snow Leopard

Rare

Mammal · Best time: Winter mornings

Blue Sheep

Common

Mammal · Best time: All Day

Ladakh Urial

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Golden Eagle

Uncommon

Bird · Best time: Late Morning

Geography

Terrain
Cold desert, high valleys, rocky slopes, alpine steppe
Elevation
3000-6000m
Climate
High altitude cold desert
Area
About 4400 km2

Weather

Best Months
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. Temperature
-25 to 18°C
Rainfall
Very low
Humidity
20-60%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

Leh Airport

Road transfer to tracking valleys

Transport
  • Winter tracking expeditions
  • Homestay based village stays
  • High altitude guided wildlife trips

Where to Stay

Homestays in Rumbak and nearby valleys

Budget

Homestay · Tracking bases

Simple lodges in Leh before and after trips

Budget to Mid-range

Hotel · Main gateway

Location

33.7200, 77.5800View larger map

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