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Since 1979 people have entrusted their dreams with us. Ibex has been a leader in adventure travel, off-the-beaten-path holidays, wildlife safaris, special interest vacations and deluxe escorted journeys in luxury hotels & camps or quaint lodges. Our endeavour is ensure that our trips benefit the environment and communities. We welcome each one to our Incredible India!

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Wildlife Wednesday

~ Quest for the Snow Leopard ~



Above Rumbak Village, Leh

Bearded Vulture
Climbing down to Rumbak Village
Snow Leopard Trek 2009
The elusive Snow Leopard
On the prowl
In the cold winter months of Ladakh, we provide you the unique & rare experience of finding the elusive and endangered Snow Leopard. With its team of best Snow Leopard naturalist we will take you into one of the best Snow Leopard habitats in the Hemis high altitude National Park.

Some of the birds that you may come across while on the trek are Golden Eagle, Lammergeyer, Eurasian Eagle Owl, Himalayan Griffon and Himalayan Snow cock, Tibetan Partridge, Chukar Partridge, White Winged Redstart,  Robin Accentor, Snow Pigeons, Hill Pigeons, Fire- Fronted Serin, Blue Whistling-thrush, Snowfinches, White Breasted Dipper, Brown Dipper, Wallcreeper and the Upland Buzzard.

While on the trek you will also have the opportunity to stay in Home Stays and in tents in the prime habitat. Our home stays act as eco tourism initiatives that encourage the locals to help preserve the Snow Leopard and not make it their prey.

Enjoying a hot breakfast
On through the month of April we offer you the opportunity to indulge in a seven day trek where you can come face to face with the elusive snow leopard!

Photo Credits: The Ibex Collection
Pictures of the Snow Leopard: Stanzin Gurmet, Mountain Initiatives

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