astro-Retreat in Leh
Leh, Ladakh
Leh, the crown of India with its beautiful vistas and high altitude terrain is bortle class 1 skies await your presence in the mountains.
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Generic Program detail
Day 1 – Friday
- 04:00 Departure from Delhi
- 05:30 Meet and greet at Murthal, breakfast and Tea.
- 06:30 Depart for Chail
- 11:30 Arrival at Jabli, snacks etc
- 12:00 Depart for Chail
- 14:30 Arrival at campsite, check in
- 14:45 Lunch (Veg)
- 15:30 Presentation – Introduction to Stargazing & Astrophotography
- 17:00 Setting up of equipment with Hi-Tea
- 18:00 Astrophotography Start
- 20:30 Dinner
- 21:30 Observation continues
- 23:30 Midnight Tea
Day 2 – Saturday
- 00:00 Observation continues
- 05:00 Cover the telescopes, observation ends
- 05:30 Bed time
- 09:30 Wake up
- 10:00 Breakfast
- 11:00 Free time. Indulge in adventure activities/rest in the room/explore the place.
- 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 Hi-Tea, start your equipment & get ready.
- 17:30 Observation begins
- 20:30 Dinner
- 21:30 Observation continues
- 23:30 Midnight Tea
Day 3 – Sunday
- 00:00 Observation continues
- 05:00 pack the telescopes, observation ends
- 05:30 Bed time
- 09:30 Wake up*
- 10:00 Breakfast
Included:
Accommodation in tents with washrooms and electricity on twin sharing basis.
Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner morning, Evening & Midnight Tea with snacks.
Excluded:
Travel to and from the site (can be arranged at added expense).
Any extra order at the property
Accommodation in tents with washrooms and electricity on twin sharing basis.
Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner morning, Evening & Midnight Tea with snacks.
Excluded:
Travel to and from the site (can be arranged at added expense).
Any extra order at the property
BASIC AMENITIES
- Permanent Tents with Western toilets and shower
- Hot water in the morning
- Restaurant for food and snacks order
- Adventure activities like wall climbing, trekking Zip-Line with experts
- Astronomy gear for visual observation with experts.
- Astrophotography expertise on your own equipment
WEATHER
- Usually cold to very cold. Nights can be freezing cold in December to February. Carry heavy woollens with gloves, cap and woollen socks.
THINGS TO CARRY
- Carry heavy woollens.
- Carry your camera, all accessories and tripod
- Carry your medicines, and other essential items
- Carry some snacks and chocolates for night munching.
Why Astro Nomad Life?
- Your safety and privacy is top priority.
- Experienced staff and team conducting the programs.
- Modern equipment with trained instructors
- Your comfort and convenience for stargazing
What You Get?
- Make your trips even more memorable.
- Use our equipment and enjoy the sky.
- Learn about the night sky and enjoy the views.
- Equipment to use and share.