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Himalayan Brown Bear
Witness the rare Himalayan Brown Bears in the second coldest inhabited place in the world – Drass, Western Ladakh.
Our lodge is arguably the best location in India for sighting this magnificent mammal of the Himalayas – “Drenmo” (local name for the Himalayan Brown Bear) along with other mammals like the Tibetan Wolf, Red Fox, Long Tail Marmot, Musk Deer and the Asiatic Ibex. The region is also a haven for birding as it is home to a variety of warblers, finches and raptors. Drenmo Lodge can be used as a base to explore the heritage and wildlife of Kargil, Suru Valley, Drass and other regions of Western Ladakh
4 Nights / 5 Days | 6–10 May 2026
- Total Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
- Tour Starts: Leh / Srinagar
- Tour Ends: Leh / Srinagar
- Style of Tour: Vehicle Safari & Hikes
- Max Altitude: 3700m to 4500m
- Best Season: April to November
- Accommodation: Drenmo Lodge
- Vehicle: Innova / Crysta
INCLUDING
- Luxury wilderness lodge stay throughout the itinerary
- Daily breakfasts; all meals during the stay at Drenmo Lodge
- Private air-conditioned chauffeur-driven vehicle for the entire journey
- Airport transfers and all intercity road transfers (Srinagar/Leh ↔ Drass)
- Wildlife experiences including guided tracking walks and naturalist-led excursions (as per itinerary)
- Curated signature experiences such as photography sessions, cultural interactions and guided nature walks (as per itinerary)
- Laundry services during the stay (as provided by the lodge)
- On-ground journey support and assistance throughout
- Bottled water during travel
- All applicable taxes
EXCLUDING
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees, travel insurance and medical expenses
- Optional experiences not listed
- Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal expenses (spa services, alcoholic beverages, phone charges, shopping)
- Camera fees at protected areas (if applicable)
- Tips and gratuities
- Any services not listed under “Included”
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Drenmo Lodge in Drass from Srinagar / Leh
Check in at the Lodge in Brown Bear Landscape by afternoon. Briefing & Orientation by the Lodge Naturalist. Post lunch, rest. In the evening explore the region for bear sightings, high tea/snacks followed by dinner.
Day 2: Brown Bear Tracking / Birding Day
Start the day with early morning bear sightings followed by breakfast at the lodge. Post breakfast, Mushkow river walk followed by outdoor lunch by the Mushkow river (subject to fair weather). Here we try spotting the bears, Ibex and marmots in the mountains/valleys around.
During summer months, on a good day you will be able to spot over 30 varieties of resident and migratory birds. Post lunch, wildlife and landscape excursion to Manman top. Bear sightings in the evening. Film screening and high tea/snacks in the lounge. Dinner followed by a briefing for the next day.
Day 3: Brown Bear Tracking / Yagham Hike
APRIL & NOVEMBER
Early morning bear sightings and breakfast at the lodge. Curated village walk and visit to a local’s home. OR Wildlife excursions to Manman top, Goshan or Pandrass for other wildlife such as Ibex, Fox and marmots.
Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Bear sightings in the evening. Documentary film screenings and high tea/snacks at the lounge. Dinner followed by a briefing for the next day.
MAY to SEPTEMBER
Early morning bear sightings and breakfast at the lodge . During the summer months, you can enjoy a couple of hikes around the lodge. We recommend doing the Yagham Hike to witness Tulip blossom (May end to mid June) OR drive up to Mamel hill for close sighting of bears.
Lunch outdoors or at the lodge, subject to weather. Post lunch, rest and spend the evening doing some bear watching. Film screenings and high tea/snacks at the lodge. Dinner followed by a briefing for the next day.
Day 4: Brown Bear tacking & Kargil Heritage Tour
Early morning bear sightings followed by breakfast. During the day, drive towards the areas of Pandrass and Matayen for scanning for other wildlife. OR Visit Kargil war memorial followed by a visit to Hundurman heritage village on the Indo Pak LoC. Outdoor lunch will be organised at Hundurman. Post lunch, visit the Munshi Aziz Bhat museum to explore the silk route history of Kargil.
Return to lodge for bear sightings followed by film screenings and high tea/snacks. Dinner followed by a briefing for the next day.
Day 5: Drive back to Srinagar / Leh
Early morning bear sightings followed by breakfast. Check out and continue for the onward journey to Leh/Srinagar
Cost:
Double Sharing / Person $1900
Single Occupancy / Person $950
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