Ladakh: The Land of Two Ghosts – Snow Leopard and Pallas’s Cat
Join Dick Filby and experience life above 4,000 metres in the remote mountains of northern India – a realm of Snow Leopards, Pallas's Cats, Lammergeiers, and endless blue skies
A Himalayan adventure awaits
RBA owner Dick Filby will be leading the next WildWings tour to Ladakh – the remote mountain valleys of northern India – at the end of February 2026. For anyone seeking a truly unforgettable wildlife experience, this trip offers the chance to explore one of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth and encounter some of its most iconic creatures.
In search of the Ghost Cat
Ladakh is regarded as one of the world’s most reliable and breathtaking places to see Snow Leopard. The tour begins in a region where all Dick’s previous visits have successfully located this elusive big cat, often known locally as the “Ghost of the Mountains”. Along the way, participants can expect to encounter an impressive variety of Himalayan birdlife, with potential highlights including Ibisbill, Himalayan Snowcock, Himalayan Griffon, Lammergeier, Tibetan Partridge, Wallcreeper and Red-fronted Serin.
On the edge of the Tibetan Plateau
The journey then moves east towards the margins of the Tibetan Plateau, an extraordinary landscape offering further wildlife spectacles. Here, guests may be rewarded with views of Pallas’s Cat, as well as Tibetan Wild Ass (Kiang), Tibetan Gazelle, and an array of high-altitude birds such as Tibetan Snowcock, Tibetan Lark, Tibetan Sandgrouse, Blanford’s Snowfinch and Ground Tit.
Comfort in the high mountains
Unlike some expeditions to this remote region, the WildWings tour avoids the need for camping – with all accommodation provided in comfortable hotels and traditional homestays. This allows guests to enjoy the experience of mountain life while returning each evening to warmth and hospitality.
Exclusive RBA member offer – SAVE £250
Get an exclusive £250* discount when booking online before 30 November 2025. To redeem this offer, enter the code RBA2026 on the WildWings website when making your reservation.
More Info and Booking
To read more about this special holiday, visit the WildWings website or call 0117 965 8333 for details.
*Conditions apply, subject to availability, and only open to new bookings.
October 2025
Selection of images from recent trips
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