✦ PERSEIDS METEOR SHOWER 2026 ✦
METEOR SHOWER
IN LADAKH
A cosmic odyssey under Ladakh's darkest skies. Witness the Perseids Meteor Shower at its most spectacular as it peaks on 12 August, perfectly aligned with the New Moon for pristine dark skies and a night of unforgettable stargazing. 8 nights / 9 days across ancient landscapes and endless night skies.
AUG 8 – AUG 16 • LEH • NUBRA • PANGONG • HANLE • TSOMORIRI
The Soul of Ladakh
The stars are just the beginning. Ladakh's cultural depth and raw natural beauty will stay with you long after you've packed your tripod away ancient monasteries clinging to cliffsides, camel caravans crossing surreal sand dunes, and border villages where life has stayed unchanged for centuries.
Traditional Architecture
Ancient monasteries and fortress palaces carved into cliff sides living history at every turn.
Nubra Sand Dunes
Ride double-humped Bactrian camels across golden dunes framed by 7,000 m peaks. Yes, really.
Sacred Lakes
Pangong Tso, Tsomoriri, Tsokar high-altitude jewels that mirror the sky in impossible blues.
High Mountain Passes
Cross Khardung La, Taglang La & Kaktsang La some of the world's highest motorable roads.
Turtuk & Border Villages
Visit Turtuk's Balti Heritage Museum and stand near the Indo-Pakistan border at Thang.
Local Life & Culture
Connect with Ladakhi families, try traditional cuisine, witness a living Buddhist culture.
Deep Sky Skills, Real Himalayan Terrain
More expedition than workshop. Every location is chosen for both astronomical and scenic perfection from the Zanskar Valley to remote monasteries where light pollution simply doesn't exist.
Nightscape Sessions
Shoot across Ladakh's darkest skies from the Zanskar Valley to remote ancient monasteries where light pollution simply doesn't exist.
Polar Alignment & Tracking
Hands-on mentorship in setting up equatorial mounts at high altitude skills that will transform your astrophotography forever.
Mountains, Stars & Exploration
This is as much expedition as it is workshop. Every location is chosen for both astronomical and scenic perfection.
Deep-Sky Techniques
Master the full toolkit Milky Way core captures, silky star trails, and advanced image stacking for frame-worthy final shots.
Journey Through Ladakh
Leh
17th-century palaces, hilltop monasteries and the gateway to high Himalaya.
Nubra
Sand dunes, double-humped camels and the road over Khardung La.
Pangong
Surreal blue waters at 13,940 ft and the Perseids peak overhead.
Hanle
Home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory and India's darkest skies.
Tsomoriri
A jewel-blue high-altitude lake where wild kiang roam the Changthang plains.
9-Day Itinerary
Leh Arrival & Acclimatisation
Welcome to Ladakh! Today is all about resting and hydrating as your body adjusts to 11,562 feet. Take it easy and enjoy a gentle evening stroll through the lively Leh Main Bazaar.
Local Sightseeing
Explore the 17th-century Leh Palace, the hilltop Spituk Monastery and the moving Hall of Fame museum. End at the white-domed Shanti Stupa for sweeping panoramic views of the valley at sunset.
Nubra Valley
Cross the legendary Khardung La one of the world's highest motorable roads at 17,582 feet and descend into Nubra's dramatic landscapes. Cap the day with a sunset walk and a ride on Hunder's famous double-humped Bactrian camels.
Visit to Turtuk Village
Spend the day in Turtuk, India's northernmost village beside the Line of Control. This Balti gem opened to tourists only recently charms with lush apricot orchards, stone houses and a culture unlike anywhere else in Ladakh.
Nubra → Pangong Lake
Follow the roaring Shyok River along a rugged, scenic route. As you crest the final ridge, the breathtaking deep-blue Pangong Lake (13,940 ft) unfolds before you. Tonight, under a New Moon, the Perseids reach their peak a night of meteors over the lake.
Pangong → Hanle
Venture deep into the wild, windswept Changthang plateau towards Hanle home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory and some of the darkest, most star-drenched skies on Earth. As night falls, the Milky Way blazes overhead in a spectacle few ever witness.
Hanle → Tsomoriri
Continue through the Changthang to the jewel-blue Tso Moriri Lake, where wild kiang gallop across endless high-altitude plains. Arrive at one of the Himalaya's most breathtaking and remote lakes.
Tsomoriri → Leh via Puga Valley
Wind your way back to Leh via Chumathang and Upshi, where steaming natural hot springs bubble up beside the mighty Indus River. Soak in the final dramatic landscapes before arriving in Leh.
Departure
Depart Leh with a heart full of stars and a card full of masterpieces.
Carefully Curated Stays
Comfortable, characterful accommodations selected at every destination — chosen for warmth, hospitality and that pristine view of the night sky.
Leh
Amanthi Resort or similar
Nubra Valley
La Bliss Valley or similar
Pangong Lake
Grand Himalayan or similar
Hanle
Padma House or similar
Tsomoriri
Korzok Eco Lounge or similar
What's Included
What's Not Included
- Flights to/from Leh
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Camera permit fees (where applicable)
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
Pricing & Booking
Extra bed in the room: ₹26,999
Reserve Your Spot
Pay 50% now to confirm your spot · Balance by 30 June 2026
Need help? Call us at +91-9667307015
Terms & Cancellation Policy
1. Booking & Payments
Pay 50% of the tour cost now to block your spot. The remaining 50% must be paid by 30 June 2026 to confirm your seat. If full payment isn't made by 30 June, your seat will be released and the amount already paid will not be refunded.
2. Cancellation & Refund
50% refund of the total amount paid is available for cancellations made till 15 June 2026. From 1 July 2026 onwards, no refunds will be issued — this includes cancellations due to weather changes during the event/trip.
3. Early Bird Discount
Avail a flat 10% off on the tour cost when you book on or before 10 June 2026.
4. Inclusions
Stay; daily breakfast & dinner; welcome tea; cab/transport; Ladakh Inner-Line Permit; Ladakh Environmental Fee; airport transfer; parking & toll taxes; oxygen cylinder; medical kits; wireless handsets; taxi for nearby locations for night photography.
5. Exclusions
Flights to/from Leh, personal expenses, lunch and camera permit fees (where applicable) are not part of the package.
6. Physical Preparedness
Be prepared for early morning starts and moderate physical activity. Walks, treks and rides are part of the adventure. Ladakh sits at high altitude (11,500 ft and above) — please consult your doctor before booking if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
7. Respect & Sustainability
Please respect Ladakh's natural environment and local communities throughout the trip.
8. Photography & Media
Tour photos may be used by the organisers for promotional purposes (with photographer credit, where applicable).
9. Weather & Sky Conditions
The organiser does not guarantee meteor visibility due to weather or atmospheric conditions. No refund or compensation shall be provided on account of weather-related events.
10. Itinerary Changes
The itinerary may be altered due to local conditions, government directives, road closures, force majeure or circumstances beyond the organiser's control.
11. Need Help?
We recommend blocking cancellable flight tickets at the earliest. For any assistance, please reach us at +91-9667307015.
