Shakti Himalaya & Shakti Ladakh

Sikkim Village Experience, Sikkim

Nestled in the Himalayas in the far reaches of north-eastern India, the small state of Sikkim has some of the most spectacular mountain scenery imaginable - snowcapped peaks, glaciers, high-altitude lakes, hot springs and over 100 rivers and streams. It also boasts exotic wild flora and fauna and a rich Buddhist culture.

Shakti's walks take place off the beaten track in the lush valleys and unspoiled villages of the western foothills. Accommodation is in village houses with simple en-suite rooms. Walking an average 10km per day at altitudes between 1400 and 2500 metres, you visit ancient monasteries, wander through colourful markets, marvel at the landscape and gain unique insight into the lives of the Sikkimese.

Ladakh Village Experience, Ladakh

Situated on the remote 3500-metre high plateau in the far north of the Indian subcontinent, Ladakh's high altitude desert landscape, dominated by snow-capped mountains and deep turquoise lakes, is compellingly beautiful. Long popular with backpackers, Shakti now brings a more sophisticated approach to 'Little Tibet'.

The 'experience' takes guests off the beaten track to three unspoiled villages in the Indus Valley, with accommodation in traditionally built village houses, renovated to a high level of comfort. As you walk, drive or river raft between the villages you will visit impressive Buddhist monasteries, traverse fast flowing rivers enjoy the spectacular scenery and absorb the unchanged rural way of life.