Yak
Safari - An Unique Experience
Yak - The largest animal of this cold
desert is the yak (dong), a wild ox. First described only a century ago by
the famous Russian naturalist-- explorer, N. M. Przewalski, the wild yak is
definitely more imposing than its placid domestic counterpart. Immensely
shaggy and weighing about a ton it has curved horns whose tips can be as
wide apart as 90 cm. and measure 76 cm. over the curves. It can easily be
distinguished by its long black hair, which is tinged with gray at the
muzzle. Spending its summers at a height above 6,000 meters, in winter it
moves in herds to the lakes, marshes and lower valleys. It is this highly
insulated shaggy coat which helps Yak to survive in such extreme cold.
Explore the Valley on the Back of the Yak Yak Safari is a safari with a
difference. It is an experience unique to Ladakh. Exploring lakes, glacial
valleys, gurgling streams, cascades, chiselled snow peaks, meadows, forests
on yak can be a lifetime experience. It offers breathtaking views of high
peaks of this rugged land.
A Yak Safari is organised on prior booking. All those who wish to
experience Yak Safari in Ladakh should respect the humble attitude of this
majestic animal. His extreme hospitality should not be mistook for his
weakness or laziness. Anyone who locks horns with this this benevolent beast
will have to face the music.
