10 Things to Do In Nubra Valley

Q: Can you suggest an itinerary for Nubra valley?

Day 1 - Reach Leh preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll on the city side, and do some shopping. Day 2 - The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the Nubra Valley, especially the Panamik village, which is the main tourist hotspot here. Thereon, you can proceed to Lachung & Hundur Monasteries, or if you prefer, take a Bactrian Camel Safari ride.

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1. Diskit Monastery

Top Attraction 4.7 /5

28 km from city center

Buddhist Temple

Also known as Deskit/ Diskit Gompa, the Diskit Monastery is the oldest and largest monastery in Nubra valley. It holds a strong bond with the Tibetan myth. This holy site is believed to have been the very residence of an anti-Buddhist Mongolian demon. Although this evil being was killed several times close to the monastery, it always came back alive.

4.5 /5

25 km from city center

Village

Hunder is a remote village located in the Nubra Valley region, 7km from Diksit Monastery. It is known for its sand dunes, cold desert and bactrian camel rides. It is also home to forests of sea-buckthorn, which is a medicinal plant. Hunder is popular amongst trekkers. Tented accommodations by private operators are available here.

Hidden Gem 4.3 /5

2 km from city center

Village

Panamik village is located around 140 km from Leh, nestled close to the Siachen Glacier, and is famous for the hot sulphur springs. These hot springs are located 10,442 feet above sea-level and believed to have medicinal properties. Travellers need to obtain a permit to reach Panamik in Nubra Valley which is easily available from the District Magistrate's office.

4.1 /5

0 km from city center

Animal Rides

Nubra Valley is famous for the Bactrian Camel Safari. These camels are known for their two humps, rather than the one-humped camels usually seen. They were the major mode of transport to travel to silk route. These are now used for the safari in the region is hugely popular among the tourists.

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$354/person

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$ 571

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$496/person

8 Days / 7 Nights

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$ 350

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$315/person

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5. Yarab Tso, Sumur

4.5 /5

20 km from city center

Lake

Popular as the hidden lake, Yarab Tso is located in the Nubra Valley region. It is an uninhabited lake with crystal clear water. The holy Yarab Tso lake, often referred to as "the hidden lake", is the best-kept secret of Ladakh. Located near the Sumur Village, approximately 15 km from Diksit in the Leh Ladakh region, this gorgeous lake can only be reached by hiking uphill for 20 minutes.

4.6 /5

19 km from city center

Buddhist Temple

Samstanling Monastery located in Sumlur village of Nubra Valley was founded by Lama Tsultim Nima, 140 years ago. It is considered to be an important Buddhist shrine. On the way and around the monastery the landscape is enchanted with the yellow-red trees, vibrant and colourful prayer flags, berry bushes, and golden-grey mountains.

7. Maitreya Buddha

Top Things To Do 4.6 /5

27 km from city center

Monument

The Maitreya Buddha statue in Nubra Valley is a towering symbol of peace and compassion, standing at an impressive height of over 32 meters (approximately 106 feet). Located near the Diskit Monastery, this majestic statue is one of the tallest representations of Maitreya Buddha in the world and serves as a prominent landmark in the region.

Day Trip

68 km from city center

Village

Turtuk is a small village located in Nubra Valley region of Ladakh, on the banks of Shyok River. It is the northernmost villages in India lying very close to the India Pakistan border, in the Baltistan region. Turtuk is an unexplored and offbeat place, opened to tourists only in 2010. There isn't much to do in Turtuk apart from trekking and visiting the 2 monasteries and the Royal House.

4.8 /5

57 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Khardung La, also known as Khardzong La, is a high mountain pass in Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir, near Leh. It serves as the gateway to Shyok and Nubra Valley. Khardung La is popular as the highest motorable road in India at an elevation of 5602 metres. However, contrary to the belief, its actual elevation is 5359 metres making Dungri La the highest motorable road pass in India.

4.7 /5

70 km from city center

Village

Thang Village, which is also known as Dhothang or Thanga Chathang, is a tiny village located in the Chorbat region of Leh. It is often referred to as the northernmost village of India. Thang lies on the Line of Control that divides India and Pakistan and offers spectacular views of the majestic mountains.

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FAQs on Nubra Valley

What are the top sightseeing places in Nubra valley?

The top sightseeing places in Nubra valley are Bactarian camel safari, Panamik village, Yarab Tso, Sumur, Diskit monastery, Lachung temple and Hundur monastery., Samstanling Monastery, Maitreya Buddha.

How much does a package cost for Nubra valley?

The packages for Nubra valley start at INR 20000 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

How can I commute within Nubra valley?

Nubra valley is an isolated spot and that's why it lags behind in transportation front. You can board public buses, but the service is less frequent. People otherwise hire jeeps to travel across the valley. There are chances that you might get stuck waiting for the buses and if you are lucky you could get a lift from the drivers of trucks and military vehicles.
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Can you suggest an itinerary for Nubra valley?

Day 1 - Reach Leh preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll on the city side, and do some shopping.
Day 2 - The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the Nubra Valley, especially the Panamik village, which is the main tourist hotspot here. Thereon, you can proceed to Lachung & Hundur Monasteries, or if you prefer, take a Bactrian Camel Safari ride.

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10 Things to Do In Nubra Valley

1. Diskit Monastery

2. Hunder Village

3. Panamik Hot Springs

4. Bactrian Camel Safari

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5. Yarab Tso, Sumur

6. Samstanling Monastery

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7. Maitreya Buddha

8. Turtuk

9. Tour at the Khardung La Pass

10. Thang Village

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