General Information

International Flights
You will have to arrange your own airfares through your preferred travel agent or You mayask us to help you in it. Delhi is well connected with suitable flight network with Europe/UK / Australia/ USA/Middle east/ South East Asia.

Food & Health
Quality of food can obviously be a concern when visiting exotic foreign lands. We take care in selecting clean and reputable establishments for our meals and the local fare is not always as fiery and spicy as some people would have you believe. Our clients are often pleasantly surprised by the delicious meals available. Even so, an occasional upset stomach cannot always be avoided in remote areas, so we advise initial caution and we carry various medicines to ensure as much comfort as possible. Participants in any of our adventure activities are obviously expected to have a reasonably high level of health, fitness and capability, but in all cases a consultation with your doctor is recommended in order to identify necessary vaccinations and precautions, particularly if traveling overseas for the first time.

Climate & Clothing
It is perhaps unfortunate (or perhaps not) that the mountain roads into and out of Ladakh are only passable for the warm months of the northern summer, Jul / Aug / Sept. Even then there is usually some snow, so good cold weather gear is necessary. The air is crisp and clean in the mountains and the days are usually sunny and warm, but the Himalaya is always unpredictable so we need to be prepared for any eventuality. We can promise you some very hot days, some very cold days, and some very wet days – possibly all in the same day! At times there will be little shade available, so plenty of sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and long sleeves will also be required.

Jeans and our long-sleeved shirts tend to be the norm, with strong boots and riding gloves. Helmets should be brought with you from home, full-face or open-face a matter of personal preference.

Professional quality riding gear such as Rivet’s Cordura jackets, overpants and other protective clothing is an excellent investment and will go a long way to ensuring your comfort in what may sometimes be adverse conditions. The Rivet jackets are particularly versatile with a zip-in / zip-out padded liner for extra warmth and protection. But if you’re susceptible to the cold, then probably a good set of thermal underwear would also come in handy And while we’re giving plugs, we’d like to suggest you consider a Rider Improvement course, regardless of your experience or perceived ability on a motorcycle, to brush up on your skills prior to joining an international riding safari. Our personal recommendation here is the Other important information you should note India is not everyone’s ‘cup of tea’. It can be an extreme assault on the senses. In order to fully appreciate India’s true beauty you will need the ability to leave western values behind and turn a blind eye to some of the harsher aspects of life in a developing nation. If you can do this, you will find it truly a rewarding experience. India can be quite trying in other ways also. The riding conditions are sometimes arduous and whilst 200k or so would appear to be quite an easy day’s ride, this is not always so. Some days may require us to be on the road early to beat the morning traffic, and the days can be long and hot. It is obviously expected that you are able to handle a motorbikecompetently and are fit and strong enough to cope with some demanding conditions. An important part of this is your mental approach and attitude. Be prepared to rough it a bit, be prepared to accept delays and hastily changed plans, be prepared to be tolerant of India’s oft-bungling bureaucracy and ineptitude. Be flexible and above all, bring your sense of humour. But let’s not pull any punches here. A tour such as this is potentially a dangerous undertaking; it’s inherent in the very nature of the trip. You’ll be on an unfamiliar bike, on unfamiliar roads in unfamiliar traffic conditions. It is important for you to recognize this and accept ultimate responsibility, firstly for joining and secondly for riding in a circumspect manner for the duration of the tour.

The Classic ‘Royal’ Enfield Bullet
Originally manufactured by The Royal Enfield Motorcycle Co of Redditch, Worcestershire, production ceased in Great Britain due to financial difficulties in the mid-1950s. The Indian subsidiary acquired the production line, transferred operations to Madras and simply continued to build Enfield Bullets without bothering to change any original design specifications. To this day they continue to churn out brand new, 50 year old bikes! The Enfield is a true classic, with the single cylinder 500cc engine producing a deep, throaty rumble and powerful torque that have prompted some to christen it the twowheeled tractor. At idle speed you can audibly count the engine revolutions per minute. High speed is not what the Enfield is about (any faster than about 60kph in India is suicidal anyway!), it's about aesthetics, comfort and style. Some unconventional aspects take a little getting used to, such as the gear-change on the right foot and the brake on the left, but riding an Enfield gives a pure, unadulterated pleasure - particularly through the stunning scenery where you’re going. It is the touring perfect bike for this part of the world, taking the rough roads easily in its stride.