Leh Explore Camp -2026

National Leh Explore Adventure cum Training Camp -2026

Program Coordinator Contact

• ZAHID BASHIR : 9906535012, 01145999000

Inclusions

Veg meals at campsite

Tent stay (shared)

Local transport (shared seat tempo)

Inner line permits

Sightseeing as per itinerary

Shared accommodation at Nubra , Tangste and Tso Morori.

Exclusions

Entry fees to monuments

Anything not listed under “Inclusions”

What to Bring

Woolens, cottons

Sturdy shoes, raincoat, sun cap

Lunchbox, water bottle, utensils (plate, mug, spoon)

Toiletries, towel, cold cream, Vaseline

Personal medication + first aid:

Band-aids, crepe bandage, micropore tape

Lozenges, Vicks, Coldarin, Paracetamol

Clotrimazole, Mupirocin, Diclofenac gel

Azithromycin, Electral, Loperamide

Places Covered

Leh Town : Palace, Market, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fame

Nubra Valley : Hunder, Diskit, Shayok River

Lakes : Pangong, Tso Moriri, Tso Kar

Monasteries : Spituk, Hemis, Thiksey, Shey

Scenic Points : Sangam, Magnetic Hill, Sindhu Ghat, Turtuk

High Passes : Khardung La , Tanglang La

Safety & Security

YHAI offers Group Insurance for accidental death or permanent disability only. Personal insurance for travel and health is strongly recommended . While we prioritize your safety with experienced leaders and detailed planning, YHAI is not liable for accidents, illness, or other unforeseen events.

How to Reach Leh Base Camp

By Bus

• Route 1 : Srinagar → Sonmarg → Zozila Pass → Kargil → Leh (434 km)
• Route 2 : Manali → Keylong → Baralacha → Tanglangla → Upsi → Leh (474 km) Bus services by HRTC, J&K SRTC, and Himachal Tourism with overnight halts.

By Air

• Flights available daily from Delhi, Jammu, Srinagar to Leh .

By Train

• Nearest stations: Jammu , Pathankot , Chandigarh (Require 2-3 days road journey to Leh)

Mobile Connectivity

• Only postpaid services (Airtel, BSNL) work in the Leh-Ladakh region. Prepaid SIMs are not valid .
• Note : Routes and schedule may change based on weather or local conditions .
• What to Bring
• Woolens & cotton clothes
• Water bottle, plate, mug, spoon, bowl
• Raincoat, cold cream/Vaseline
• Towel, toilet set
• First-aid kit & regular medicines
• Lunch box (for packed meals)
• Important Participant Guidelines
• Stick to the schedule - Deviations are not allowed during the program.
• Stay inside YHAI camps only for the entire duration.
• Eco-friendly camp - No littering. Use designated bins.
• No campfires using wood. Avoid non-biodegradable items (as per J&K rules).
• Previous-day reporting is allowed (paid option).
• Risk Advisory
• This is a high-risk adventure with challenging motorbiking on Himalayan passes .

Risks may include

• High altitude sickness (Pulmonary Oedema)
• Stress/exhaustion from tough drives
• Falls or injuries (minor to serious)
• Other unforeseen circumstances YHAI will assist but is not liable for injury, disability, or death.
• How to Enroll
• Online : Visit www.yhaindia.org or www.yhai.in
• Pay via Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card

After booking, carry these at base camp

• Admit Card
• Trekking Medical Certificate
• YHAI Membership Card (Printout accepted)

Online Bookings

• Participants who have booked online must cancel their booking online through the website at least 5 days before the reporting date.

Offline Bookings

• Participants who have booked offline must send a cancellation request by email to trekking@yhaindia.org at least 5 days before the reporting date.

Eligibility for Cancellation

• Only cancellations made within the above timeline are eligible for a credit shell or refund.
• Cancellation requests received less than 5 days before the reporting date will not be entertained and are not eligible for a credit shell or refund.

Refund

• Participants opting for a refund will get 50% of the paid program fee.
• The refund is processed only after completion of the program.

Credit Shell

• Participants opting for a credit shell receive 100% of the paid participation fee as credit, valid until 31 December 2027.
• The credit shell may be used for any program organised by the YHAI National Office, or by YHAI State Branches and Units that operate a credit shell policy on their programs.
• The credit shell can only be used against treks and programs. It cannot be adjusted against membership fees or hostel bookings.

Adjustment of Credit Shell

• If the new program costs less than the available credit, the balance may be used for another eligible trek or program until 31 December 2027.
• If the new program costs more, the difference must be paid by the participant.

No Further Cancellation

• A program booked using a credit shell cannot be cancelled, or converted into another credit shell or refund, under any circumstances.

Transfer of Seats

• A confirmed seat may be transferred to a family member or friend. Once transferred, the seat cannot be transferred again or cancelled.