The home is in Hunder, inside the Nubra Valley itself. The famous sand dunes, home to the double-humped Bactrian camels, are a short distance away. The drive to Nubra from Leh is an experience in itself, crossing the high-altitude Khardung La pass.
For longer excursions, Pangong Tso is the iconic high-altitude blue lake on the border with China, about 160km from Leh. It’s a long day trip, best done with an overnight stay. Tso Moriri is a quieter, more remote lake, about 220km from Leh, known for its birdlife, including the brown-headed gull.
Closer to Leh, you can explore the Indus valley monasteries. A half-day loop covers the impressive Thiksey Monastery, built on a hilltop, and Hemis, Ladakh’s largest monastery. Another half-day trip west of Leh takes you to the Zanskar-Indus river confluence, the intriguing Magnetic Hill, and the historic Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.
The nearest airport is Kushok Bakula Rinpoche Airport (IXL) in Leh. Flights operate only in the morning due to mountain weather, and diversions are common. The property is a scenic 2.5 to 3-hour drive from Leh over the Khardung La pass.
There is no railway in Ladakh. The nearest major railhead is Jammu Tawi, 700km away. From there, it’s a multi-day road journey via Srinagar.
Leh is the main road hub. You can drive from Manali via the Rohtang or Atal Tunnel and Baralacha La (470km, June-October only) or from Srinagar via Zoji La (420km, April-November only). Kargil, in the Suru Valley, is about 220km from Leh and serves as a midway point to Srinagar.
The best time to visit Ladakh is from June to September. During these months, the high-altitude passes are open, the weather is pleasant for travel, and the landscape is accessible. From October, road closures begin. The Leh-Manali highway typically shuts by mid-October, and the Leh-Srinagar highway by the end of November, reopening in spring.
