If you are planning a trip to Ladakh during the summer months, it is important to pack accordingly as the weather can be quite unpredictable. Here are some essential items that you should consider packing:
Warm Clothing: Days will be sunny, hot and dry and nights will be chilly. Please keep in mind that having enough layers is the best clothing manner.
- Cotton Shirt/T-shirt
- Inner Thermals
- Down Jacket / Main Jacket
- Woolen and Regular Pants
- Fleece
- Light Woolen cardigans/Pullovers/Sweatshirts
- Under Garments
Footwear
- For Sightseeing:Good quality sports shoes
- For long drives in car or tempo traveler: Crocs or comfortable flip flops
- Cotton/Woolen Socks
Documents
- Aadhar Card / Voter ID / Passport
- Inner Line Permit (We will arrange it)
Gadgets
- Mobile
- Camera
- Battery Backup
- Memory Card
- Earphone / Headphone
- Chargers of all Devices
Medicines
- Diamox
- Paracetamol
- Spray for Pain Relief (Moov, Volini etc)
- Vicks
- ORS
- Your Regular Medicines
Other
- UV Resistant Sun Glasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen (Min SPF 50)
- Hand Towel
- Hand Soap
- Gloves
- Muffler / Scarf
- Dry Fruits
- Chocolate / Toffee
- Snacks
- 1 Litre Thermos / Water Bottle per person
Cash: There are limited ATMs in Ladakh, so it is recommended to carry enough cash with you for your entire trip.
Overall, packing for a trip to Ladakh in the summer requires careful consideration of the weather and outdoor activities you plan to undertake.