Discover Ladakh's Summer Coolcation: Adventure and Culture at Shakti

Reopening in May 2026 Shakti Ladakh offers a compelling summer coolcation with altitude - a clear, dry Himalayan counterpoint to Europe’s peak-season crowds.

Set in India’s rain-shadow region, Ladakh enjoys bright skies and comfortable temperatures from May to September, averaging around 68°F in early summer and rising to approximately 86°F in July and August before cooling again in September. Snow-dusted peaks, high-altitude desert and glacier rivers in vivid shades of emerald and turquoise create a landscape that feels expansive and energizing.

Shakti’s guided Himalayan journeys unfold between 6,000 and 14,000 feet, combining adventure with cultural depth. One day might see guests rafting along the Indus River or trekking across wide desert valleys; another might end with wilderness camping beneath remarkably clear night skies. The pace is deliberate - spacious rather than scheduled - allowing time to absorb the scale and silence of the mountains.

Mornings can begin with meditation and Buddhist prayers at historic monasteries, guided by teachers trained at the Mahobodhi Center in Leh. Guests may meet local Amchis (traditional Tibetan healers) at Thiksey Monastery or at Shakti’s Indus Farmhouse, where centuries-old diagnostic practices are still in use. A visit to the 11th-century Hemis Monastery includes a walk to meditation caves once inhabited by revered monks and rinpoche, offering direct connection to Ladakh’s living traditions. Yoga, breathwork, forest bathing, and gentle village walks round out the days, balancing physical exploration with restoration.

Accommodation is spread across restored private village houses in valleys including Nimoo, Stok, and Likir, creating a low-impact model that supports local families, farmers, monks, and guides. Evenings are relaxed and convivial, with personal chefs preparing regional dishes using local produce, and terraces that open onto vast Himalayan views.

HOW: Direct flights from Delhi to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh (approx 1 hour flight), Upon landing the Shakti team will tailor make your journey on the ground. All Shakti holidays include private, fully inclusive village-house accommodation, all meals and beverages prepared by a private chef, activities with expert English-speaking guides, support guides and porters, a car for transfers, and tailor-made itineraries. For more information, please visit www.shaktihimalaya.com/ladakh-luxury-adventure-travel.