Journeys of Change · Spiti Himalaya
Travel that makes a difference to the people & places you visit
Negative carbon footprint, Million unforgettable memories, Infinite smiles per mile. Responsible Himalayan journeys crafted since 2002 by an award-winning social enterprise rooted in Kaza.
Est. 2002
Grassroots social enterprise in Kaza
Climate Positive
Negative carbon footprint trips
10+
National & global responsible-tourism awards
4 Regions
Spiti · Ladakh · Zanskar · North East
Who we are
An award-winning social enterprise born out of love for the Himalayas and its people
Ecosphere grew out of MUSE, an NGO founded by Ishita Khanna and friends that began with seabuckthorn cultivation in Spiti before expanding into responsible tourism. Today, every journey we run is designed to have a positive impact on the culture, environment and economy of the Himalayas.
What you pay for your trip goes directly towards funding community initiatives — from healthcare to building climate resilience.
Read our story
Signature journeys
Handcrafted Himalayan expeditions, on fixed departures
Road Trip Spiti · 7 Days
Kinnaur & Spiti Safari – with Chandratal
Combining the lush valleys of Kinnaur with the dramatic landscapes of Spiti & Pin, traversing the iconic Kunzum Pass into the Chandra Valley.
From
₹22,490
Road Trip Ladakh · 9 Days
The Ultimate Ladakh Journey
Discover Ladakh's untamed beauty – from the sand dunes of Hunder to the pristine waters of Pangong to the night sky at Hanle and the highest motorable pass in the World – this is your all inclusive Ladakh experience!
From
₹33,490
Road Trip Spiti · 6 Days
Spiti Kaleidoscope
Experience the best of Spiti – from its spectacular landscapes, vibrant culture to its hidden gems, through the Chandra, Spiti and Pin river valleys.
From
₹19,990
Road Trip Zanskar · 6 Days
Offbeat Zanskar
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Zanskar, where towering peaks, hidden monasteries, sacred caves and pristine rivers offer a rare glimpse into the untouched Himalayas.
From
₹22,490
Motorcycle Expedition Spiti · 9 Days
Ride the Himalayan Dream – Spiti with Sach Pass
Embark on the ultimate motorcycle adventure through the mystical valleys of Himachal covering Tirthan, Sangla, Kinnaur, Spiti, Lahaul, Pangi & over the Sach Pass to Dalhousie.
From
₹39,990
Travel with Purpose Spiti · 9 Days
Greening the Desert
Make a lasting difference by helping build a greenhouse so local families can grow their own vegetables throughout the year.
From
₹29,990
Where we travel
Four Himalayan worlds, one responsible way to see them
Spiti
Ancient monasteries, the world’s highest villages and the surreal cold-desert heart of the Himalaya.
Explore Spiti tours
Ladakh
Turquoise high-altitude lakes, the world’s highest motorable passes and star-drenched dark skies.
Explore Ladakh tours
Zanskar
Hidden cliff-side monasteries, sacred monoliths and one of the last untouched valleys of the range.
Explore Zanskar tours
North East
Wild, tribal and green — Arunachal’s ridge-top monasteries, festivals and Himalayan frontier.
Explore North East tours
Travel with Purpose
Journeys that leave the mountains better than you found them
Build a greenhouse so a family can grow vegetables year-round, help construct an artificial glacier for water security, or live as a local in a remote Spitian village. Meaningful travel, designed with the community.
9 Days · Spiti
Greening the Desert
Make a lasting difference by helping build a greenhouse so local families can grow their own vegetables throughout the year.
Learn more →7 Days · Spiti
Journeys for Climate Action
A volunteer travel experience in Spiti focused on climate action. Make your travel memorable and meaningful not just for you but for the place and people you visit.
Learn more →7 Days · Spiti
Inner Space Adventures
A journey of Spiritual Immersion and Personal Discovery, that takes one deep into the inner workings of the mind — a geographical journey through Spiti and an inward personal exploration, allowing travellers to think, reflect, just be, and re-discover yourself.
Learn more →8 Days · Spiti
Life as a Local
When in Spiti, do as the Spitians do. Travel as an active participant in their lives, culture, and stories — living alongside local communities, engaging in daily activities, and contributing to conservation efforts.
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Our impact
A Climate Positive trip — negative carbon footprint, real community change
On a Climate Positive trip, travellers achieve a negative carbon footprint through our award-winning solar projects, which offset emissions and create additional impact. Your journey funds work across the region:
- Livelihoods & Conservation
- Carbon Reduction & Renewable Energy
- Education
- Healthcare
- Compassionate Communities
- I Love Spiti (plastic waste reduction)
- Climate Change & Water Access
- Food Access & Enhanced Nutrition
- Animal Welfare
Recognised as a leader in responsible travel
World Travel & Tourism Council Tourism for Tomorrow Award (2014)
Indian Responsible Tourism Award (2018)
Virgin Holidays World Responsible Tourism Awards (2010)
Ashden Awards Global Energy Award (2009)
Ashoka Fellowship (2008)
Sierra Club Green Energy and Green Livelihoods Achievement Award (2009)
Travel+Leisure Global Vision Award (2005)
Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Award (2008)
L'Oréal Paris Femina Women Awards (2013)
CNN-IBN Real Heroes Award (2010)
Ready for a journey of change?
Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll craft a Himalayan journey that’s unforgettable for you — and for the mountains.