Wildlife Safari
Snow Leopard Expedition
One of the most extraordinary wildlife quests on Earth — a ten-day expedition in pursuit of the elusive snow leopard across the breathtaking high-altitude Himalayas. These ghostly, magnificent cats are among the planet's most secretive predators, making every sighting truly life-defining. Traverse remote valleys and snow-laden ridgelines with dedicated naturalists maximising your chances of this legendary encounter. With Skipper Anurag Sharma leading the way, Tigerwalah transforms a near-mythical wildlife quest into an achievable, unforgettable adventure.
Trip Overview
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size
7 approx.
Theme
Wildlife
Departure Date
17 Feb 2027
From
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17th February 2028- 26th February 2028
10 days From Chandigarh to Chandigarh
2 night stay at Rampur
1 Night Stay in Kaza
6 nights Stay in Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
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Note:
On Day 1 Departure from Chandigarh latest by 8 AM, please plan arrival accordingly
Day 2 and 9 will be long travel days- 8-10 hours journey
On day 10 - Arrival at Chandigarh by 5 pm
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Date
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From
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Night Stay at
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Day1
17th Feb 2027 |
Chandigarh
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Rampur
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Day 2
18th Feb 2027 |
Rampur | Kaza |
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Day 3
19th Feb 2027 |
Kaza | Kibber |
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Day 4
20th Feb 2027 |
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Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Day 5
21st Feb 2027 |
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Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Day 6
22nd Feb 2027 |
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Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
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Day 7
23rd Feb 2027 |
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Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
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Day 8
24th Feb 2027 |
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Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
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Day 9
25th Feb 2027 |
Kibber
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Rampur
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Day 10
26th Feb 2027 |
Rampur
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Chandigarh
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Note:
On Day 1 Departure from Chandigarh latest by 8 AM, please plan arrival accordingly
Day 2 and 9 will be long travel days- 8-10 hours journey
On day 10 - Arrival at Chandigarh by 5 pm
Price per person : Please write to us info@tigerwaalah.com
Payment Terms:
- 30% of the registration fee would be the booking amount. This booking amount is non-refundable
- Remaining 70% of the registration fee should be paid 120 days prior to the tour date.
Inclusions:
- Chandigarh - Kibber - Chandigarh transit cost.
- Transit accommodation- 2 nights in Rampur and 1 night in homestay in Kaza.
- 6 night accommodation and meals in Kibber.
- Personal porter for every person in the group.
- Experienced scanners who would be scanning snow leopards and have worked with us for a decade
- Vehicle support on field to reach the nearest sighting locations.
- Village Development Fee
- Camping and hiking equipment.
- Entrance fees for Kibber wildlife Sanctury and wildlife permit fees
- All payable tips and Gratuity
- Camera Fee- One camera per person
- Cost of Inner Line Permit for Foreign Nationals
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions:
- Travel costs till Chandigarh
- Costs of stay at Chandigarh at the time of arrival and Departure
- Yak can be procured on the spot and payments can be made on actuals.
- Other than oxygen or basic medical facilities which can be provided in Kibber, any medical expenses for which the client has to be taken too far off locations. The cost has to be borne by the client.
- Emergency travel due to any other personal or professional reason not listed above.
- Check-in and out timing is 11 am for all the resorts and hotels.
- It does not include any kind of alcoholic or soft beverage.
- Does not include International Flight Travel to INDIA or Visa cost.
- Change in the itinerary will be charged etc. once booked.
- Does not include Medical / Travel insurance
- It does not include that are not mentioned above.
- Any extra cost due to any unforeseen conditions, such as delay/cancellation of flight, natural calamity, political unrest, etc. Tigerwalah would not be responsible for the cancellation of the tour.
Refund policy:
- 50% will be refunded if cancellation is done 90 days prior to the event. (Please note – Refund will be calculated after deducting the Non-refundable 30%)
- No refund if cancellation is done under 0-89 days.
Please note:
- Our homestay has a bukhari (a heating station in the room) and is equipped with electric blankets and room heater. The homestay has a generator but during heavy snowfall and power cuts the generator may not run for long hours so using the Bukhari is the best way to keep the room warm.
- Jio network works best in Kibber nowadays. Except for scenarios when it snows heavily and there are power cuts (probably is 10%).
- A detailed travel advisory pertaining to clothing and camera equipment will be sent to you separately
- The cost includes snow leopard sightings in and around Kibber village. There are occasions when snow leopard sightings happen in villages away from Kibber (we normally target such locations depending on sighting reports). In such cases the villages charge a nominal Village Development Fee which will be collected in cash.
- Any changes in the itinerary due to act of nature (snowfall, landslides, weather) may incur additional costs which will be payable additionally
- We have 1 dry toilet and 1 wet toilet in the homestay. In a mixed gender group, we normally reserve the wet toilet for the ladies and gents use the dry toilet. Both toilets are equipped with toiletries (wipes, wet wipes, tissues, incense sticks).
- You can proceed with the deposit of the fee to confirm your booking.
What is the Pre-trip preparation for this tour?
A snow leopard expedition needs a lot of pre-trip preparation. We have a long list of travel advisory which we would be sending once you register for the tour. However just to clear your basic ideas about this expedition here are some pointers:
Physical Fitness - You need basic physical fitness for this expedition as some days may be tiring despite the services we provide in terms of vehicle and porter support. The fitter you are the better it is for you as a photographer. So just start working on your fitness before your trip just to make the experience better for yourself. Mental strength is the key. Determination can move mountains and this is just an expedition!
Field Temperatures can vary from -10 degrees to -25 degree Celsius. However, your stays in the homestay is cozy and comfortable. How to prepare for such climates? We can send you the details once you register for the program.
For international travellers some additional documentation would be needed for certain permits (Passport, Visa, photograph)
Equipment - You need 600-800mm focal lengths for shooting snow leopards typically. In case you don’t have that reach you can rent out the lenses for this expedition. Tripod is a must. Shorter focal lengths and wide angles should be kept handy as well.
Equipment - You need 600-800mm focal lengths for shooting snow leopards typically. In case you don’t have that reach you can rent out the lenses for this expedition. Tripod is a must. Shorter focal lengths and wide angles should be kept handy as well.
