A Srinagar to Leh taxi with Happy Jacks takes you across one of the greatest mountain drives on earth. The Srinagar Leh highway runs about 420 km and is best done over 2 days, crossing Sonamarg, the high Zoji La pass and Kargil before you reach Ladakh. This is a serious mountain route with steep climbs, thin air and changing weather, so it needs a driver who has done it many times. Our local Kashmiri drivers know every hairpin, every landslide zone and every safe place to rest. We usually break the journey with an overnight halt at Kargil so you arrive in Leh fresh and acclimatising well. Along the way you pass alpine meadows, the Drass valley and the Indus river, with unforgettable views at every turn. Sit back, take it in and let us handle the road.
The drive follows the famous highway through some of the highest, most beautiful terrain in the region. We plan a comfortable overnight break so nobody is rushed at altitude.
High altitude driving is not for everyone, and our drivers are experienced on this exact route. We watch the pass timings, road openings and weather, and we keep the vehicle in top condition for the climbs. Your fare is agreed clearly before departure.
For the Leh highway an Innova Crysta or Force Traveller is a popular comfortable choice. Rates are per day and vary with the season.
| Vehicle | Passengers | From price |
|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire sedan | 4 | Rs 2,500 per day |
| Innova Crysta | 7 | Rs 4,500 per day |
| Force Traveller tempo | 12 | Rs 5,000 per day |
Dreaming of the road to Leh? Call +91 94192 44962 or message us on WhatsApp to plan your 2 day highway journey.
We recommend 2 days for the roughly 420 km highway, with an overnight halt at Kargil. This is safer and helps your body adjust to the altitude.
The highway passes Sonamarg, the Zoji La pass, Drass, Kargil and the Indus valley before reaching Leh, with some of the finest mountain scenery anywhere.
No, the Zoji La pass usually closes in winter due to heavy snow and reopens in the warmer months. We advise on the current road status when you book.
The Innova Crysta and Force Traveller are popular for the Leh highway because of their comfort and power on steep climbs, though the Swift Dzire is fine for smaller groups.
Contact us at +91 94192 44962 on WhatsApp with your dates and group size, and we plan the route and confirm the per day fare.