Shrouded in a wrap of mystery, the leopard is indisputably the prince of the big cats—sleek, secretive, and supremely self-assured. Among the most adaptable big cats, leopards thrive in forests, cold deserts, and on the edges of towns and villages in India.
700+
Snow Leopards
200+
Bird Species
13,000+
Indian Leopards
In the high-altitude wilderness of Ladakh, snow leopards — known locally as “shan” — move silently across frozen ridges and rocky cliffs. Amidst the stillness of monasteries and the icy Indus river, a quiet bond between locals and the elusive Ghost of the Himalayas continues to thrive. Locals, who revere these cats, often head out before sunrise with scopes to track their presence.
Jawai, a rocky wilderness of southern Rajasthan, is home to around 60 wild leopards that roam freely near villages and temples. The local Rabari tribe sees them as spiritual guardians, not threats — fostering a rare, peaceful coexistence.
Tracking Leopards
Elusive and elegant, leopards typically linger on rocky outcrops in Jawai, or snow-dusted mountains in Ladakh. Walk in their silent footsteps with expert trackers — and, with patience, glimpse the wild’s most secretive predator.
Beyond Leopards
Both Jawai and Ladakh are blooming with life — from mountain goats and desert foxes to soaring eagles and rare birds. Together, these landscapes are home to over 500 indigenous and exotic species, offering a lot more to explore!
Sacred Flavors
Spend time in local villages, visit centuries-old monasteries, and share quiet moments with locals who carry their traditions with pride. Enjoy simple yet flavourful Rajasthani & Ladakhi meals — made with local ingredients and recipes passed down through generations.
Private Transfers
Wildlife viewing in dedicated SUVs & 4×4 gypsies.
Expert Trackers
Highly experienced spotters & trackers with decades of expertise in spotting and tracking wildlife
Emergency Services
Oxygen cylinders to combat low oxygen levels & fresh air systems with humidifiers to infuse fresh air and moisture in rooms in Ladakh.
Professional Scopes
Shared Swarovski & Zeiss scopes and binoculars to spot wildlife at a distance in Ladakh.
