Snow Leopards & Tigers of India

A Journey in Search of the Gray Ghost of the Himalayas

Join GrassTrack Safaris on a special Snow Leopard & Tiger Safari to search for two of the world’s most elusive Big Cats.  We’ll journey to the Ladakh region in the Himalayas of northern India where at this time of year the snow leopards descend from the snowy mountains to lower elevations to hunt for their prey.  Along the way we may also encounter the endangered Asiatic Wild Dog, Himalayan Ibex, Tibetan Wolf and experience the stunning landscapes and Buddhist cultures.  Chasing the ‘grey ghost’ in the high Himalaya is not for the impatient or faint of heart. The snow leopard has mastered its harsh and unforgiving environment and the chance to see one in its natural environment is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

You’ll also have the option to extend your journey to search for the largest cat in the world – the Bengal Tiger.  An animal of mythology and folklore, we’ll explore Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks, home to India’s largest population of the Bengal Tiger.  We'll search the bamboo forests, grasslands, and rolling hills for tigers as well as birds, sloth bears, Langur monkeys, wild boar, and Chital, Sambar, and Barking deer.  

Dan Hopkins, owner of GrassTrack Safaris, will be joining you along with a team of professional guides and naturalists.  You can choose only the Snow Leopard Safari or add on the optional Tiger Safari Extension (we're working on a third option of tigers and Indian culture - details coming soon!).

 

Departure Dates  

Snow Leopards:  Jan 31-Feb 11, 2023

Tiger Extension:  Feb 10-21, 2023

Contact us soon to reserve your seat!

Join Us on Zoom

Please join Dan Hopkins, owner of GrassTrack Safaris, and Amit Sankhala, owner of Encounters Asia, for a virtual information session about The Quest for the Snow Leopard.  Amit is the managing director of Encounters Asia, a family-owned travel operator with 30 years’ experience creating exclusive, luxurious journeys into the incredible nature and vibrant cultures of India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan.  During this free information session Dan and Amit will talk in detail about the itinerary, the lodges, logistics of tracking snow leopards, and answer your questions about travel in India.

Join Us on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 @ 7pm EST for this free program!

Register Here

View Snow Leopard & Tiger Extension detailed digital itinerary here.

 

Snow Leopard Brief Itinerary

Jan 31, 2023:  Arrive New Delhi - Andaz by Hyatt

Feb 1, 2023:  Fly to Leh - Grand Dragon Hotel

Feb 2, 2023:  Free day in Leh- Grand Dragon Hotel

Feb 3, 2023:  Drive from Leh to Ulley - Snow Leopard Lodge

Feb 4-8, 2023:  Snow Leopard Safari- Snow Leopard Lodge

Feb 9, 2023:  Drive back to Leh

Feb 10, 2023:  Fly to Delhi - Andaz by Hyatt (If continuing on with the tiger extension, tonight will be at the Leela Palace in Delhi).

Feb 11, 2023:  Departure (If continuing on with the tiger extension, today is a tour of Delhi)

 

Tiger Extension Brief Itinerary

Feb 11, 2023:  Day tour of Old & New Delhi - Leela Palace

Feb 12, 2023:  Flight/Road Transfer to Kanha National Park - Kanha Jungle Lodge

Feb 13-15, 2023:  Kanha National Park- Kanha Jungle Lodge

Feb 16, 2023:  Road transfer to Bandhavgarh National Park - Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge

Feb 17-19, 2023: Bandhavgarh National Park- Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge

Feb 20, 2023:  Fly back to Delhi - Andaz by Hyatt

Feb 21, 2023:  Depart

Snow Leopards:  Jan 31 - Feb 11, 2023

Tiger Extension:  Feb 10 - 21, 2023

 

HOW TO BOOK:

  • Contact us to reserve your seat.  We can also answer any questions or concerns you may have about the trip.

PAYMENT:

  • The published rate includes a 3.7% service fee for credit card payments.  If you pay by cash (check or bank transfer), this fee will be deducted.  
  • A 20% non-refundable deposit confirms booking
  • Other terms & conditions apply

INCLUDED/EXCLUDED

  • See the detailed itinerary for a complete list of what's included and excluded. 
  • Included:  In general, the itinerary includes all lodging, park fees, meals (drinks excl), airport transfers, domestic flights (within India), and services of driver/professional guide.
  • Excluded:. Airfare to/from India, entry visas, covid tests, insurance, tipping, drinks, and personal items.

RATES

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Snow Leopards

4 guests: $8215.00

6 guests: $7170.00

8 guests: $6525.00

10 guests: $6325.00

Tiger Extension

4 guests: $7285.00

6 guests: $6745.00

8 guests: $6195.00

10 guests: $6115.00

Note: All rates are per person sharing. Rate includes a 3.7% service fee for credit card payments.  If paying by cash (check or bank transfers) the service fee will be deducted. Single supplement applies

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