Wild Encounters: Spotting the Elusive Snow Leopard
Winter brings the mysterious snow leopard closer to human settlements in Spiti. These ghost-like creatures descend from higher peaks in search of prey. Villagers spot their paw prints in fresh snow or catch fleeting glimpses across ridges. Wildlife enthusiasts travel here during the coldest months, guided by local trackers with deep mountain knowledge. The thrill of seeing a snow leopard in its natural habitat—camouflaged against the cliffs—is indescribable. It’s a rare, spiritual encounter with nature’s most elusive predator. In Spiti’s silence, this majestic animal embodies the valley’s wild, untamed soul.