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What to Pack for Ladakh (Beyond the Obvious)

Sun at altitude, cold evenings, and dusty roads - the gear list our guides wish every traveler had.

8 Apr 2026 - Arjun Kulkarni

What to Pack for Ladakh (Beyond the Obvious)

Ladakh punishes under-packing and over-packing equally. You need sun protection (SPF 50+, lip balm, sunglasses) and warm layers for evenings below 10°C in summer. A buff or scarf handles dust on road days.

Footwear: broken-in trainers for town days, sturdy sandals for river crossings if trekking. Power banks matter - cold drains batteries fast. Download offline maps before leaving Leh.

We send a trip-specific list after booking. The items people forget most: electrolyte tablets, nail clippers (swelling fingers at altitude), and a paperback for acclimatization days.

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