Ladakh guide
Packing List
What to pack for Ladakh
In May, Ladakh is typically cool, light rain possible (5 to 18°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Ladakh essentials
- Warm layers. Sunscreen essential—intense UV.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A warm jacket or fleece
- Layers for cool evenings
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Stick to busy places with high turnover. Avoid tap water. Freshly cooked hot food is safest.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Very limited outside Leh city. BSNL 4G in Leh, 2G in Kargil and Nubra Valley. No Jio/Airtel in most areas....
- Taxi operators combining Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, and Tso Moriri in "deals" that are far more expensive than...