The Experience
Go beyond searching for snow leopards and become part of the conservation effort protecting them. After travelling deep into the Annapurna region, you’ll stay at the exclusive Snow Leopard Haven alongside BIOCOS Nepal’s research team and local snow leopard scouts. From dawn scanning sessions and following snow leopard trails to checking camera traps, tracking signs and counting prey species, you’ll experience conservation in action at up to 4,200 metres above sea level. There is also time to discover the region’s remarkable alpine birdlife, ancient villages and extraordinary Himalayan landscapes.
With only six guests on the tour, this is a rare opportunity to spend extended time in the field with researchers who have been studying snow leopards in the Manang landscape since 2017. An optional Himalayan pony excursion takes you deep into the cats’ hunting grounds while staying in radio contact with the scouts, while evenings bring spectacular Himalayan sunsets, star-filled skies and exclusive conservation talks.
Explore Ancient Kathmandu
Discover the beauty of the ancient city of Kathmandu. We'll visit temples and markets, and of course the famous Swayambhunath - also known as the Monkey Temple.
Track Snow Leopards
Join Dr. Paras Bikram Singh, Director of BIOCOS Nepal, and his field team for hands-on conservation work, from checking camera traps to counting prey species like blue sheep and yak.
Stay at Snow Leopard Haven
Just a 2-3 hour hike from Tanki Manang, this unique basecamp sits at 4000m in the heart of snow leopard territory, surrounded by dramatic Annapurna scenery.
Dawn Scouting
Each morning at 5am, BIOCOS scouts head out across the mountains scanning for the "Queen of the Mountains," radioing the team the moment a leopard is spotted.
World-class Birdwatching
The route passes through the best-known location outside Tibet to spot the White Browed Tit Warbler, alongside Himalayan Snowcock, Bearded Vultures, and Tibetan Partridge.
Explore Ancient Kathmandu
Discover the beauty of the ancient city of Kathmandu. We'll visit temples and markets, and of course the famous Swayambhunath - also known as the Monkey Temple.
Track Snow Leopards
Join Dr. Paras Bikram Singh, Director of BIOCOS Nepal, and his field team for hands-on conservation work, from checking camera traps to counting prey species like blue sheep and yak.
Stay at Snow Leopard Haven
Just a 2-3 hour hike from Tanki Manang, this unique basecamp sits at 4000m in the heart of snow leopard territory, surrounded by dramatic Annapurna scenery.
Dawn Scouting
Each morning at 5am, BIOCOS scouts head out across the mountains scanning for the "Queen of the Mountains," radioing the team the moment a leopard is spotted.
World-class Birdwatching
The route passes through the best-known location outside Tibet to spot the White Browed Tit Warbler, alongside Himalayan Snowcock, Bearded Vultures, and Tibetan Partridge.