Photography expedition to Leh ,Ladakh.
“There is a brief moment when all there is in a man's mind and soul and spirit is reflected through his eyes, his hands, his attitude. This is the moment to record.” - Yousuf Karsh

Life Away from Life plans an exclusive jeep safari across Ladakh for all aspiring-amateur photographers interested in experimental Travel Photography.

Ladakh is often called 'Little Tibet'. Since it is located north of the main Himalayan range, it receives little rainfall. The scenery is stark and dramatic - deep gorges, snow-capped mountains, contorted strata, beautiful Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, mud-brick houses in oasis-like villages and grand distances. The way of life in Ladakh shows us that another way of life -- a kinder and gentler one -- is possible.

Life Away From Life feels to step into a moonland! - Ladakh, in the months of May 2011 to September 2011

So all interested individuals simply grab your cameras (professional camera not required) and get the best opportunity to capture different aspects of Ladakh Himalayas in different forms and moods! We would travel into the realms of life capturing moments that finally make a good photograph.

Let us explore more about photography through informal discussions and practical experimentation during this unique Jeep safari across Ladakh.

Experimental Photography Trip 2010
 
Proposed Itinerary

Trip Details:

Trip dates :
May – 14th, 21st, 28th
June – 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
July – 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
August – 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Sept – 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Excursion Cost : Ex Manali
To be mailed on request.

Cost includes
All transportation ex Manali in non a/c vehicle, accomodation without meals, guide,permits , monument fees

Cost not include
Travel to manali and back .All meals, extra expenses like drinks,tips,medical and travel insurance, video camera fee, beverages etc.

Contact for participation
Prateek Deo
cell: 9869158351

email : prateekdeo@gmail.com

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Exploratory trip to Leh - Ladakh
Please Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.

Delhi to Manali:
Reach Delhi in the morning leave in the evening overnight bus journey (14 hrs)

Day 1: MANALI TO KEYLONG
Early morning leave for Leh by private vehicle.
Halt for the night at Keylong in a hotel.

Day 2: KEYLONG
Leave early morning for Leh
Reach Leh by late evening and check in a Hotel.

Day 3: ACCLIMATIZING DAY
Complete rest till afternoon to acclimatize to the arid high altitude of Leh (3100 mts)
Evening walk around Leh colorful market
Sight seeing to Shanti Stupa
Overnight in the Hotel

Day 4: MONASTERIES VISIT
Full day of sightseeing, visiting the three most important monasteries of Ladakh - Hemis Gompa, Thiksey Gompa and Shey Palace.
Hemis is one of the largest and wealthiest monasteries in Ladakh and houses about 150 monks. The Gompa, nestled in a gorge and surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, was built in the 18th century and houses a wide range of beautiful frescoes, thankas, Buddha statues and an excellent library. On the way back to Leh, we visit the superbly situated, 16th century, Thiksey Gompa, which is perched on a hill top. The Gompa houses an important collection of Tibetan-style books, a huge Buddha statue and some excellent works of art. Last stop is the ruined Shey Palace, once the summer palace of the pre-Tibetan kings. The palace monastery houses a large, bronze, blue haired Buddha statue.
Back to Leh. Overnight in the Hotel

Day 5: PANGONG TSO VISIT, VIA CHANGLA PASS
Pangong Tso can be reached in a short drive from Leh, most of it on a rough and dramatic mountain road. The road traverses the third-highest pass in the world, the Changla pass, where army sentries and a small teahouse greet visitors.Two thirds of the length of this lake falls in the People’s Republic of China. It is 5 km wide at its broadest point. In winter, the lake freezes completely despite being salt water.
Drive back to Leh. Overnight in the Hotel

Day 6: KHARDUNGLA PASS AND MAGNETIC HILL
Drive to the exhilarating Khardungla Pass (5600m.), the highest point of our journey. The views from the top are spectacular; extending to the south across the Indus Valley to the seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range. To the north, the views of the mighty peaks of the Saser Massif are amazing.
In the Afternoon leave for Magnatic Hill (on Srinagar Highway)
Back to Leh and stay in the Hotel.

Day 7: LEH TO MANALI
Catch a early morning Maxi-cab to Manali

 

Please Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.