From morning yoga by the river to stargazing under Ladakh's pristine skies, discover the activities that await at camp and beyond.
After breakfast, we take our guests on a walk through the local village and on to the local, double-humped Bactrian camel sanctuary — descendants of the animals that carried goods along the Silk Road.
For sunset, depending on the seasonal height of the riverbank, we take you along the river to watch the sunset over the Indus.
In Ladakh, the sky is so clear that the milky way is visible with the naked eye, when the moon is hidden. On a clear night, sit out where there are no lights and let your eyes adjust to the sky. Keep an eye out for satellites, Starlink and shooting stars.
We arrange campfires for our guests to stay warm whilst stargazing. Check out the planets, or the moon's craters up close through the camp telescope.
Our 40 acres is host to a large variety of migratory birds and residential animals. These include Himalayan Foxes, Mountain Weasels, Pika, Golden Orioles, Bluethroats, Ibisbill, Citrine Wagtails, Oriental Turtle Doves and Grey Herons, among many others.
We have binoculars and bird books for Ladakh. We can show you around, or you can hire a local naturalist for an early morning tour.
Relax your mind and body with morning yoga sessions, conducted by the Indus River, or afternoon sessions in our meadow.
A local teacher comes to the property on request, so let us know the night before if you would like lessons.
Prices may vary with different yoga teachers.
Enjoy a healthy picnic spread, to the sound of the river, in our secluded spot.
We can also arrange picnic lunches for you to take with you on your daily excursions.
Groups of 2–6 people only.
Of all the local dishes, Mok Moks are the most iconic (known as Momos elsewhere). It's a creative, intricate process making them.
Join one of our local staff as they teach you how to make Mok Moks in a traditional Ladakhi style.
Early morning, the prayers are announced at Thiksey monastery with large conch shell trumpets.
Arrive there in time for the announcement and sit through some of the prayers for a unique cultural and spiritual experience in one of the most beautiful monasteries in the world.
Duration: Up to 2 hours from roughly 6am.
Within our valley, there are ancient monasteries and palaces to explore, with exquisite murals and artwork, as well as museums that explore Ladakh's culture and position in the Silk Road.
We arrange day trips with a driver and a guide, if desired, to help guests explore the local culture.
The last traditional potters of Ladakh conduct daily workshops from the beautiful, rural village of Likir in the manner of their ancestors. They also have a basic, but charming homestay.
In Chilling, there are old copper artisans. Elsewhere, visit the companies that spin and process the pashmina yarn from the goats that are shepherded along the Changtang region.
Can be combined with other Sham-based sightseeing.
For the culturally curious, a monk from Thiksey monastery will come to the camp to conduct dhamma meditation and to answer questions about the local strand of Buddhism.
Duration: 1–2 hours. Subject to availability.
Raft along the Zanskar river that carves through a valley of multicolour flagstone rock.
A 40-minute gentle boat ride, a 1.5-hour moderate raft (with 30 mins rapids to begin) and a 3-hour challenging raft are all available. River height and speed depends on seasonality.
Cannot book in advance — turn up at the rafting union office.
Close to the camp, there are several one-day treks, of varying difficulty, that we can help arrange — with or without a guide.
For longer adventures, the Sham Valley trek offers 3–5 hours of hiking per day through one of the most unspoilt regions of Ladakh, with decent hotels along the route. The Markha Trek is a challenging 5-day trek through the Hemis National Park.
Multi-day trek prices vary. Ask us for details.
Unexplored Ladakh, an experienced team of mountain bikers, offer daily tours across Ladakh.
Alternatively, you can rent out cycles for the day, along with a back-up car and transport to take you to any location. One option is to drive up to the Wari La pass (5,200m above sea level) and cycle all the way down.
Book 1 day in advance, or same day early morning.
Ladakh, with its sweeping vistas and high-altitude roads, is the ultimate terrain for the Royal Enfield. Motorbiking offers the most liberating way to navigate Ladakh's landscape and culture.
Bike rentals are available daily. Trusted agencies drop and collect bikes from camp.
Scootys, Enfield 350–500CC, Bajaj Avengers available.
There is a zipline in the village of Stakna close to the camp, which takes you over the valley. The same company conducts paragliding in the village of Sakti about an hour's drive from the property. They also do bungee jumping along the Zanskar River.
A local villager plans to conduct kayaking trips along the Indus river — more of a possibility from late June to mid-September when the river is high.
Prices may vary. Ask us for live information.