Hemis National Park

Climate:
The climatic conditions vary from sub-arctic to arctic. Rainfall is low and the bulk of the total annual precipitation is in the form of snow. In winter the mercury drops to far below the freezing point and this tract receives very heavy snowfall, which remains on the ground for several months at a stretch. Summers are short and mild, while there is no marked rainy season.

Wild Attractions:
Dry forests of juniper, birch and fir are found in the region. Also present are the alpine grasslands and scrublands. There are many rare and endangered animal species found in the cold desert area that are also found in the hemis national park, known to be the home of an interesting assemblage of cold desert fauna. Amongst these are the snow leopard, Tibetan wild or kiang, ibex, serow and Tibetan antelope. Amongst the avi fauna population found in the hemis national park are the snow, snow partridge and golden oriole.

Access:
By Air: Nearest airport is situated in Srinagar.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Jammu-Tawi.
By Road: Leh is well connected with all the major cities within the state and there are buses, which ply from Leh towards the hemis national park.

Accommodation:
Check in at any of the hotels or tourist lodges or guesthouses available at Leh.