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Hunder Cold Desert White Sand Dunes

Unique high-altitude sand dunes at 10,000 feet created by ancient glaciers and the meandering Shyok riverbed

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Hours
Open daylight hours
Entry
Free entry / Camel ride ₹300 for 15 mins
Time needed
2 Hours
Best time
05:00 PM for the celebrated sunset shadow play across the dunes

Local tip

These double-humped camels are direct descendants of beasts left behind by ancient Silk Route traders.

About

Hunder Cold Desert White Sand Dunes is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Nubra Valley, Ladakh. Unique high-altitude sand dunes at 10,000 feet created by ancient glaciers and the meandering Shyok riverbed.

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Getting there

Nearest airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport Leh (IXL) - 120 km

Nearest railway: Jammu Tawi (JAT) - 750 km

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