Shakti Stok's orchard, one of six lodges that the Shakti Ladakh Experience has in the Indus Valley villages
Never has such a simple table been so appealing. And that is still unused. They will now bring puri bhaji - a fried bun made with flour and a tasty mix of spiced potatoes, very typical in North Indian breakfasts- richer than you can imagine.
At Shakti Stok they will also serve a super creamy artisan yogurt, homemade muesli and granola, fruits, freshly squeezed juices, paratha (a potato, radish and cauliflower flatbread) and eggs, of course, made as you like and with healthy Indian garnishes.
Does it seem too much to you? don't believe ; A day full of emotions awaits us. today we will go to the Buddhist monasteries that can be seen from the window of your room, we will overcome gorges to reach turquoise lakes and we will meet a lot of villagers who will make us part of their daily life and the spirituality of this arid sacred place.
Possible adventures also include archery classes, rafting down the Zanskar river, camping in the mountains, yoga... Everything to make it easier for you to travel indoors, but outdoors.
Although, if you prefer, you can stay **enjoying the orchard and the views to the summit of the challenging Stok Kangri (6,153 meters). **
The peach trees bloomed a few days ago and the morning light makes magic with the petals and the little birds that come to breakfast. Smells of life, of pure Himalayan air . Take a deep breath.
This report was published in the May Condé Nast Traveler magazine (nº139) that you can download for free here.