Which route is better for Leh Ladakh?

Route 5: Srinagar – Kargil – Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley – Chang La – Tso Pangong – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Tanglang La – Sarchu – Manali. This route will offer you the best of both Manali – Leh Highway and Srinagar – Leh Highway.

Is Srinagar to Leh route safe?

So yes, traveling on the Srinagar Leh highway is completely safe as long as you stick to main tourist spots, keep yourself away from troubled areas, and follow the above tips I mentioned above.

Is Srinagar better or Manali?

The Manali – Leh route is definitely more scenic and more adventurous. However, if you want to see some alpine scenery, the Srinagar route will allow you to do that around Sonamarg. The Manali route is not recommended for a novice driver. A novice driver should go via Srinagar instead of via Manali.

Is Gulmarg better than Manali?

But Gulmarg is more beautiful place as compared to Manali. Visiting Gulmarg is a treat to your eyes. you need not to worry about the stay in Gulamrg as this place is filled with loads of amazing Resorts which comfort you. Gulmarg Meadows offers a best places to stay.

Is Manali to Leh safe?

One of the most dangerous roads to drive or ride is the Leh Manali Highway. The road has a mountain range running in parallel that offers a scenic view but at the same time, make it dangerous to travel too.

Should you drive Manali Leh or Srinagar first?

But at the same time, if you are new to driving on tough mountain roads, it is not the best of ideas to make the Manali Leh road your first. In this situation, you should go via Srinagar. It will brush up your mountain-driving skills a little better before you handle the Manali route.

What is the difference between Srinagar to Leh route?

Srinagar to Leh route is open for longer a long period of time than the Manali-Leh route. It means that the road from Srinagar gets in better shape earlier than the one from Manali. It also remains drivable for a longer period of time.

How difficult is it to travel Ladakh on Manali Leh road?

If you start your Ladakh trip via Manali – Leh Highway then most of the terrain runs over 4000 Mtrs of altitude (you hit above 5000 Mtrs on the second day itself). Hence, by the time you reach such a high altitude, your body is not properly acclimatized. Traveling becomes a bit harsh on Manali Leh road.

How to avoid mountain sickness on Manali – Leh Highway?

In order to combat acute mountain sickness issues, many travelers going via Manali – Leh Highway tweak the itinerary and tend to sleep at Keylong or Jispa (about 120 KMs from Manali) at the first night. Then they start very early in the next morning from Keylong or Jispa to reach Leh (about 350 KMs from Keylong) by nightfall.