Nubra valley lies at a bit low altitude than Leh yet accessibility is difficult at times. From April to June the sun shines brightly and the day temperatures are quite warm and the next two months, July and August get usual rainfall, cutting off the accessibility. Similarly November to February it snows heavily forcing authorities to block access to popular high altitude spots like the Khardungla Pass.
It can be said that Nubra valley is open to tourists only from April to June and September to October that is five months in a year. The tourists can take a calculated risk and try their luck in the rainy season as rains are never guaranteed. But we recommend them to carry heavy woolens because the local weather can anytime take a U-Turn and from hot & humid
Panamik is a village situated just right at the border of India-Tibet. It is famous for its hot spring of water which is believed to have curative properties.
Diskit Village is the administrative centre of Nubra Valley consisting of several government offices within it. Located at an altitude of 3,144 meters, Diskit Village.
A 250 year old monastery, Ensa Gompa is located near Panamik Village. The route to reach Ensa Gompa is good for trekking starting from the Panamik Village.
Tourists can shop Kashmiri Handicrafts, decorative linens, brass, silverware, Pashmina Shawls, carpets, carved furniture, etc in the main market of Gulmarg.
