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  • Country Nepal
  • Duration 14 Days
  • Difficulty Moderate
  • Trip profile Private-Snow-Leopard-Photography-Expedition-in-Nepal
  • Activity Snow Leopard Tracking
  • Max. altitude (4,600m/15,091ft.)
  • Best season Winter Season( March and February)
  • Accommodation Luxury and comfortable hotels with full-board meals, and modern amenities.
  • Meals B,L, D
  • Start / end point Kathmandu-Besishahar- Dharaani- Chame- Manang- Bandipur- Kathmandu
  • Transportation Flight and 4WD Private Jeep and Car
  • Age limit Above 6

Highlights of Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

  • Track and photograph the rare Snow Leopard in the remote alpine valleys of Manang, Nepal
  • Enjoy a small-group photography expedition with personalized guidance in the field.
  • Work alongside local expert tracker Tashi R Ghale, renowned for his deep knowledge of leopard characters and movements
  • Explore Manang Valley (3,500m+) — a remote region rich in Tibetan culture and mountain wildlife
  • Photograph Blue Sheep, Himalayan Griffon, Golden Eagle, and Red Fox
  • Experience authentic Himalayan homestays and life in traditional Manangi villages
  • Enjoy spectacular views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak
  • A premium, full-board Snow Leopard expedition with complete lodging, meals, and dedicated team support

Overview of Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

Embark on an unforgettable 14-day Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in the remote wilderness of Manang, Nepal. Perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and adventure seekers, this journey offers not only rugged wilderness, but also rich culture and elusive wildlife encounters.

Throughout the expedition, you will combine expert-led wildlife tracking, high-altitude exploration, and immersive experiences of Manangi culture. With years of field experience, Tashi R. Ghale and the Tiger Encounter team will guide this amazing snow leopard tracking trek. This journey takes you deep into prime snow leopard territory marked by fresh signs and movements.

This offers unmatched opportunities to photograph the world’s most elusive big cat amid towering Himalayan peaks. Alongside the search for snow leopards, experience the dramatic landscapes, ancient villages, and high-altitude wilderness of Nepal’s Annapurna region.


Nestled in the heart of the Annapurna Himalayas, Manang is a top hotspot for snow leopard sightings and experiences. Its rugged cliffs, high-altitude valleys, and remote ridges provide the perfect habitats for these elusive mountain ghosts. With pristine landscapes, minimal human presence, and abundant prey, Manang is a true sanctuary where every snow leopard trek transforms into an unforgettable adventure in the wild.

In addition to wildlife tracking, this journey allows you to photograph dramatic Himalayan landscapes—rivers, glacier lakes, ice waterfalls, alpine meadows, and snow-capped peaks. Along the way, explore ancient villages, century-old monasteries, mani stones, prayer flags, and traditional stone homes, while gaining a deep insight into Tibetan Buddhist culture.

Ultimately, this expedition is more than a trek. It is an immersive adventure that combines wildlife, culture, and photography, providing experiences you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Itinerary of Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

  • Accommodation 5 star hotel
  • Transportation Private Jeep/Car
  • Maximum altitude (1,350m/ 4,430ft.)
  • Trek duration 30 minutes drive
  • Trek distance 5 km drive
  • Meals B,L,D

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Meet your expedition leader and the Tiger Encounter team for a detailed briefing and gear check in preparation for your Snow Leopard photography adventure.

  • Accommodation River View Hotel
  • Transportation 4WD Private Jeep
  • Maximum altitude (1,860m/ 6,102ft.)
  • Trek duration 228 km / 142 miles drive
  • Trek distance 8-9 hours drive
  • Meals B,L,D

Start early with a scenic drive through the Marsyangdi River valley and charming countryside. Pass Besishar as you gradually ascend to Dharapani, the gateway to Manang. Driving time: approximately 8–9 hours, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the breathtaking Himalayan views along the route.

  • Accommodation Hotel Mountain Lake
  • Transportation 4WD Private Jeep
  • Maximum altitude (3,500m / 11,482 ft.)
  • Trek duration 48 km/30 miles drive
  • Trek distance 4-5 hours drive
  • Meals B, L, D

Continue your adventurous jeep ride past Chame and Pisang, entering the windswept Manang Valley. The landscape transforms from lush pine forests to arid cliffs dotted with ancient stone villages. After lunch, enjoy an acclimatization hike around the villages nearby, like Braka and the serene lake Ganagpurna, to help adjust to the high altitude.

  • Accommodation Hotel Mountain Lake
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,000 m/13,123ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 4 km
  • Meals B,L, D

After an early breakfast, begin your first full day of Snow Leopard tracking with Tashi R. Ghale. Learn to identify fresh pugmarks, scat, scrapes, scent markings, and blue sheep activity as you explore key ridgelines and valleys. Spend the day scanning rocky cliffs and mountain slopes before returning to the lodge after sunset.

  • Accommodation Hotel Mountain Lake
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,000 m/13,123ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 4-5 km
  • Meals B,L,D

Set out before dawn to reach the same prime observation points as the first light illuminates the mountains. Patiently search for Snow Leopards while photographing Himalayan landscapes, Blue Sheep, Himalayan Griffons, Golden Eagles, and other alpine wildlife. Return to the lodge in the evening.

  • Accommodation Hotel Mountain Lake
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,100m/13,451 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 7 km
  • Meals B,L.D

Explore more remote sections of the Snow Leopard’s territory, following fresh signs and movement patterns identified by Tashi. Learn advanced tracking techniques and ethical wildlife photography while enjoying spectacular mountain scenery.

  • Accommodation Hotel Dream Home
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,600 m/15,092 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 10 km
  • Meals B,L,D

Hike to elevated viewpoints offering excellent visibility over Snow Leopard habitat. Spend the day scanning distant ridgelines and cliffs, checking the camera traps increasing opportunities to observe natural behaviors such as resting, walking, or hunting.

  • Accommodation Hotel Dream Home
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,600 m/15,092 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 5 km
  • Meals B,L,D

Continue searching for Snow Leopards while photographing the diverse wildlife of the Annapurna region. Visit nearby Manangi settlements to meet local yak herders and learn how mountain communities coexist with Snow Leopards through conservation initiatives.

  • Accommodation Hotel Dream Home
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,200 m/13,779 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 7-8 km
  • Meals B,L,D

With increasing knowledge of recent wildlife movements, focus on areas showing fresh activity. Follow blue sheep herds and other indicators that may lead to Snow Leopard encounters, spending the entire day in the field.

  • Accommodation Hotel Dream Home
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (4,200 m/13,779 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 7-8 km
  • Meals B,L,D

On the last day in the higher habitats of snow leopards, explore new valleys and ridgelines while following the latest Snow Leopard activity under Tashi’s expert guidance. Spend time at carefully selected vantage points, patiently waiting for sightings and capturing the breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, alpine wildlife, and, with luck, the elusive “Queen of the Himalayas” in its natural habitat.

  • Accommodation Hotel Mountain Lake
  • Transportation Walk
  • Maximum altitude (3,500m / 11,482 ft.)
  • Trek duration 12 hrs with lunch and frequent breaks for scanning and waiting
  • Trek distance 10 km
  • Meals B,L,D

Enjoy one last full day in the mountains, making the most of every opportunity to photograph Snow Leopards, Himalayan wildlife, and breathtaking alpine landscapes. Return to the lodge at Manang after sunset to celebrate the conclusion of an unforgettable Snow Leopard tracking and photography expedition.

  • Accommodation The Old Inn
  • Transportation 4WD Private Jeep
  • Maximum altitude (1,030 m/3,380 ft)
  • Trek duration 7-8 hours
  • Trek distance 140 km / 87 miles drive
  • Meals B,L,D

After final day tracking, begin the long descent by jeep back toward Besishar, retracing the Marsyangdi Valley and finally at the peaceful hilltop heritage town, Bandipur. Set on a scenic ridge with panoramic views of the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges, Bandipur is the perfect relaxing stop, ideal for sunset walks, cultural photography, and quiet village exploration.

  • Accommodation 5 star Hotel
  • Transportation 4WD Private Jeep
  • Maximum altitude (1,350m/4,429 ft.)
  • Trek duration 6-7 hours drive
  • Trek distance 137 km / 85 miles drive
  • Meals B,L,D

 

Return to Kathmandu through mid-hill towns and farmlands. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with the Tiger Encounter team.

  • Transportation Flight
  • Maximum altitude (1,350m/4,429 ft.)

Transfer to the airport for your international flight. Depart with unforgettable memories — and hopefully, frame-worthy images of the Queen of the Himalaya.

Includes of Snow Leopard Photography Expedition in Nepal

  • All necessary airport arrival and departure transport as per the itinerary.
  • 2 Nights luxurious hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (4/5-star category hotel) in BB plan.
  • Private 4WD Land Cruiser transportation (to and fro Kathmandu-Manang)
  • 5 Night accommodation with attached rooms in Manang.
  • 4 Night accommodation with attached rooms in Yak Kharka.
  • 1 night luxury accommodation in Bandipur with a BB plan
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, during the course of the drive, trek, and tracking (A choice of food as per the menu 3 times a day).
  • Hot Beverage (Tea, Coffee, Milk, Hot Chocolate, Hot Water)
  • Pack lunch during snow leopard tracking
  • Insurance for Nepalese staff. (Guide and driver)
  • Guide and porter fares and taxes. Government Tax and office service charge.
  • All the necessary permits: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card.
  • All snow leopard tracking activities expenses
  • One dedicated guide to the Snow Leopard tour for the entire trip (Manang to Manang)
  • One guide from Kathmandu to Kathmandu and his salary
  • Basic medical kits
  • All government and local taxes.

Trip Excludes

  • International airfare to/ from Nepal.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Insurance covers medical, emergency evacuation, loss, etc.
  • Beverages, alcoholic drinks, and cold drinks
  • All food and beverages are other than those on the itinerary.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Personal gear and expenses.
  • Tips and gratitude provided to the staff.

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