Detailed Guide for Leh Ladakh Bike trip

Introduction:

For every enthusiastic Leh Ladakh bike trip is a must to experience. Leh Ladakh is very popular for trips , tours and vacations for family and friends. 

Leh Ladakh is endorsed with beautiful snow capped mountains, gorgeous lakes and scenic landscape.

The roads and pathways are very adventurous.

Bike trip is the most famous type of activity to experience in Leh Ladakh journey. Unleash your rider in this amazing road trip of Leh Ladakh. 

Best route map for Leh Ladakh Bike trip 

Manali to Leh Ladakh

•  Distance – 2,569 kilometers approx.
• The route map includes journeys  starting from Delhi- Manali- Sarchu Leh- Ladakh – Khardung La- Nubra Valley- Kargil- Srinagar.

Srinagar to Leh Ladakh

• Distance – 2,295 kilometers approx.
• The route map includes journeys starting from Delhi- Jalandhar – Jammu- Srinagar- Kargil- Leh- Ladakh- Karu- Sarchu- Manali 

Delhi to Leh

• Distance – 2,022 kilometers approx.
• The route map includes journeys starting from Delhi- Manali- Sarchu – Leh- Ladakh – Khardung La- Nubra Valley- Kargil- Srinagar 

Best season for Leh Ladakh Bike trip 

June – September:

• June to September is considered as the most favorable time for Leh Ladakh bike trips. 
• The monsoon season is blessed with a pleasing climate , beautiful waterfalls, running water streams and alluring landscape. 
• The cool and windy climate will give you an enjoyable riding experience. 
• Be careful while riding during heavy rains and rapid winds , take halts for precautions.

November – January

• November to January, the winter season is recognised as the second most preferable season for Leh Ladakh Bike trip.
• During this season you can witness gorgeous glaciers, snow covered mountains and icebergs. 
• Camping with Bonfire is a most recommended activity during your Leh Ladakh Bike trip in this season.
• Wear warm clothes and take extra jackets.

Best duration for Leh Ladakh bike trip

• The ideal number of days you must plan for a comfortable Leh Ladakh Bike trip is from 15 days upto 20 days. 
• Leh Ladakh Bike trip is a long journey comprising 3300 kilometers to 3600 kilometers, so a proper plan of number of days to stay, where to stay and what activities and places you have to visit must be selected properly. 
• There are beautiful Lakes, Monasteries and many amazing places to explore in Leh Ladakh, to experience a comfortable and cover all important destinations in Leh Ladakh it will require 3 weeks. 

Eligibility criteria for Leh Ladakh Bike trip 

• Age above 25 
• Valid documents which include driving license, ID proof, Address proof and other important government issued details and for foreigners Visa, passport and International Driving Permit (IDP). 
• Must be a trained or professional rider 
• Indian nationals do require Inner Line permits if you want to visit military or protected areas of Leh Ladakh.

Expenses

• Leh Ladakh Bike trip is a long journey of 3 weeks which will include your stay, food, taxes, fuels and other expenses depending on you. 
• The right budget plan for an Enjoyable and comfortable Leh Ladakh Bike trip is 30k to 40k which will include your Hotel stay, food , taxes, fuel charge and other expenses depending on you. 

Important details and Essential things to pack for Leh Ladakh Bike trip 

• You must be properly equipped with all the necessary riding gears including Helmet, Gloves, riding goggles, knee pads, strong shoes, chest pad  and other safety wears as Leh Ladakh journey goes through challenging roads, rugged surfaces, tough terrains, high altitudes and valleys. 
• Follow the important guidelines mentioned for Leh Ladakh Bike trip and also carefully follow instructions which are displayed on the display boards and hoardings.
• Take warm clothes which includes Sweatshirts, Jackets, shoes and your personal requirements.
• Leather boots and Trekking shoes
• Medical kit and important medicines which will include medicine for Altitude sickness.
• GPS 
• Extra mobile, charge, camera, powerbank, torch and your personal requirements.
• Camping gears and equipments
• Energy drinks which will include minerals.
• Stay Hydrated
• Eat lightweight food as you need to ride for a long time.
• Be slow and careful on Harsh roads and under adverse climatic conditions.