Step into the high Himalayas at the Cambridge Photography Show. In Into the Realm of the Shan: Discover Ladakh’s Elusive Wildlife with Sumit Sahai, you’ll be transported to Hemis National Park—where snow leopards roam, golden eagles soar, and survival is art.
🎟️ BOOK YOUR SHOW ADMISSION HERE:
Join wildlife author and explorer Sumit Sahai for a breathtaking visual journey through Ladakh’s remote mountain terrain. Drawing on decades of experience tracking and photographing the elusive snow leopard—known locally as the Shan—Sumit shares behind-the-scenes stories of life at altitude, guided by local spotters, surrounded by awe-inspiring biodiversity.
This is more than just wildlife photography—it’s a call to connect with conservation, community, and the raw beauty of one of Earth’s last wild frontiers.
🐾 What You’ll Discover:
- How snow leopards are tracked and photographed in the wild
- Techniques for shooting in extreme cold and high-altitude environments
- The hidden biodiversity of the Himalayas—from lynx to Tibetan argali
- Responsible travel and how it supports local conservation efforts
- Emotional, cultural, and creative challenges of photographing elusive wildlife
👋 About Sumit Sahai:Author, naturalist, and founder of Instep Adventures, Sumit Sahai has spent over 30 years exploring India’s wild spaces. His widely respected guidebook—The Instep Guide to Watching Wildlife in India and Sri Lanka—is a go-to for ethical, immersive travel. From tech exec to full-time wilderness explorer, Sumit’s journey blends heart, grit, and a deep reverence for nature. His talks are thoughtful, moving, and always grounded in lived experience.
📚 Books & CommunityMeet Sumit after the talk for book signings and Q&A.
