What to Carry in Ladakh
Important Things to Pack for Ladakh are photo equipment, shoes, cash and bags. Here the list of fundamentals things that should be carried are given below.
When travelling in Ladakh it is advisable and sensible to travel light not carry heavy blankets so the summer sleeping bag is adequate during mid June to mid September. And you will require warm winter sleeping bag only during mid Septembers to mid June. The trekking Companies and shops of Leh can help you to rent good quality sleeping bags of your choice.
The temperature in Leh during winters can go as low as -30 degrees in Leh and -60 degrees in Drass. During winters the temperature reaches the supreme level. The ideal time to visit is in summers as the climate is pleasant. In the month of July and August the maximum temperature can rise up from 20 to 35 degree Celsius. The water gets frozen in winters.
The languages spoken in Ladakh are Boti. English and Hindi languages are spoken in schools, offices and restaurants. Brokshat, Changshat, Balti and Shina are the other languages spoken in Ladakh..
The markets in Leh region gets closed before 10 PM so tourist can get connected with their family before evening time. The Ladakh state tourism board has its individual wireless radiophone system that links its offices at Leh, Kargil and Padum.
Sunscreen lotion is must while visiting Leh Ladakh because the UV rays at high altitude is very damaging in winters. Carry a good sunscreen lotion and apply while going out. The sunscreen lotion should be taken with high SPF like SPF30 or higher.
UV sunglasses are must while travelling to Leh as the skin will be damaged and go for a good quality sunglasses. During winters special care should be taken so purchase branded glasses.
Carry energy drinks and chocolate bars which is a virtuous idea while traveling at high altitude. You can carry some small packs with you.
You must carry documents and government identity cards and photocopies used for applying for inner line permit at the check post. Medical insurance card can also be carried, Ladakh Map, printed itinerary and important contacts. Documents and Ids are the Things to Pack for Ladakh.
You should carry chocolates, biscuits, almonds, raisins and cashews all these provide immediate energy and strength.