AstroventureAstrophotography Expedition
Master the Night Sky in the Himalayas.
Join a six-day immersive expedition to learn Milky Way photography, deep-space imaging, star trails, timelapse creation, landscape composition, and professional post-processing under some of India’s darkest skies.
Every technique, taught beneath the stars
A photography masterclass, a scientific expedition and an adventure — combined into one.
This is not just another photography tour. It is a field workshop — a hands-on masterclass conducted entirely beneath the stars, where every technique is taught the moment you can use it.
Across six days and five nights, participants learn the complete craft of night-sky photography — from the fundamentals of the camera to advanced deep-space imaging and a professional editing workflow. Every night is spent under exceptionally dark skies with continuous mentorship from a professional astrophotographer, so learning never stops when the sun goes down.
What you’ll learn along the way
- Camera fundamentals
- Night sky planning
- Landscape composition
- Milky Way photography
- Star trail photography
- Timelapse creation
- Deep-space imaging
- Image stacking
- Professional editing workflow
- Visual astronomy
Jhankrit Ahuja
Professional Astrophotographer & Mentor
10+
Years
Jhankrit Ahuja
Jhankrit Ahuja is a professional astrophotographer specialising in Milky Way landscapes, deep-sky imaging, timelapse cinematography and high-altitude astrophotography. With years spent chasing dark skies across the Himalayas, his work bridges the technical precision of astronomy with the artistry of landscape photography. As an educator, he is known for a patient, hands-on teaching style that takes complete beginners to confident night-sky photographers.
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A workshop unlike any other
Eight reasons this is a premium expedition, not a standard photography tour.
Small-Batch Mentoring
A deliberately limited group so every participant gets one-on-one guidance.
Remote Dark-Sky Locations
Shoot under some of the darkest, clearest skies on the planet — Hanle and beyond.
Learn by Shooting in the Field
No lecture halls — every concept is taught with your camera, in the moment.
Professional Editing Workflow
Take home a complete post-processing pipeline used by working professionals.
Astronomy + Photography
Understand the sky you are shooting — visual astronomy paired with the craft.
Hands-on Guidance Every Night
Continuous mentorship under the stars, from first exposure to final frame.
Premium Travel Experience
Curated stays, seamless logistics and a considered pace at high altitude.
Portfolio Development
Leave with a body of finished, gallery-ready images — not just raw files.
From first exposure to finished portfolio
A complete curriculum spanning the camera, the sky and the edit.
Across the roof of the world
A high-altitude loop through Ladakh, India — from Leh to India’s darkest skies and back.
Start
Leh
Stop 1
Pangong
Stop 2
Hanle
Stop 3
Tso Moriri
Finish
Leh
Six days, mapped hour by hour
6 Days · 5 Nights · Leh • Pangong • Hanle • Tso Moriri
- 1
Leh → Pangong
Day 1 · Foundations Under the Stars
Morning
Drive through Chang La
- Photography stops along the route
- One of the world’s highest motorable passes
Afternoon
Introduction to Astrophotography
- Camera setup
- Exposure triangle
- Lens selection
- Composition
- Milky Way planning
- Golden-hour landscape photography
Evening
Visual Astronomy Session
Before photography begins, observe celestial objects through professional telescopes.
- Constellations
- Planets
- Deep sky objects
- Night sky orientation
Night
Milky Way Photography Workshop
Hands-on shooting with mentor guidance beside Pangong.
- 2
Pangong → Hanle
Day 2 · Motion in the Sky
Morning
Landscape Photography on the Drive
- Village storytelling
- Mountain light
Afternoon
Timelapse Workshop
- Planning
- Motion
- Camera movement
- Interval settings
Evening
Hands-on Timelapse & Star Trails
Hands-on timelapse photography followed by a star trail photography workshop.
- 3
Hanle
Day 3 · Into Deep Space
Morning
Sunrise Photography
- Hanle landscapes
- Observatory surroundings
Afternoon
Deep Space Imaging Masterclass
- Telescope imaging
- Tracking
- Stacking
- Calibration frames
- Processing workflow
- Equipment setup
Evening
Visual Astronomy Session
Observe the deep sky through professional optics.
- Galaxies
- Nebulae
- Star clusters
- Planets
Night
Deep Space Photography Session
Capture selected celestial targets with instructor guidance.
- 4
Hanle → Tso Moriri
Day 4 · Creative Freedom
Morning
Drive with Multiple Photography Stops
- Lake landscapes
- High-altitude vistas
Afternoon
Creative Exploration Session
Experiment using newly learned techniques, with your mentor available throughout.
Evening
Open Astrophotography Session
Choose your preferred subjects with one-on-one mentoring.
- 5
Tso Moriri → Leh
Day 5 · The Return
Morning
Drive Back to Leh
Photography across valleys and mountain passes.
Midday
Arrival in Leh
Rest and recover.
Evening
Backup & Discussion
- Image backup
- Discussion
- Optional street photography in Leh
- 6
Leh
Day 6 · Editing Masterclass
Morning
Professional Editing Workflow
- Milky Way processing
- Deep space editing
- Star trail workflow
- Timelapse assembly
- Noise reduction
- Color grading
- Image stacking
Afternoon
Edit Your Own Work
Personal mentoring as you process the images you captured.
Evening
Portfolio Presentation & Closing
- Image critique
- Certificate distribution
- Closing ceremony
Built for anyone drawn to the night
Whether you shoot professionally or are picking up a camera for the first time.
Bring your own — or rent from us
Participants may bring their own gear. Here’s what we recommend for the field.
- DSLR / Mirrorless Camera
- Wide Angle Lens
- Telephoto Lens(optional)
- Heavy Duty Tripod
- Remote Shutter
- Headlamp
- Laptop
- Memory Cards
- Extra Batteries
- Star Tracker(optional)
Equipment Rental
₹2,000–₹3,000 per dayDon’t own the gear? Professional cameras, lenses, tripods, star trackers and accessories can be rented through us. Rental equipment is limited and should be reserved in advance.
Everything, handled for you
So you can focus entirely on learning and shooting the night sky.
Choose your starting point
Two all-inclusive packages. Reserve early — seats and rental gear are limited.
Leh → Leh
50,000
Join the expedition on-ground in Leh
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Internal Transportation
- Complete Workshop
- Astronomy Sessions
- Editing Workshop
- Certificate
- Astroventure Takeaway Kit
Delhi → Delhi
70,000
Everything in Leh, plus travel from Delhi
- Everything in the Leh → Leh package
- Round-trip travel from Delhi
- Complete travel coordination
Equipment Rental
Professional cameras, lenses, tripods, star trackers and accessories can be rented at ₹2,000–₹3,000 per day. Rental charges are additional and depend on the equipment selected. Equipment availability is limited.
Clear, all-in, no surprises
What’s included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Internal Transportation
- Astrophotography Workshop
- Visual Astronomy Sessions
- Editing Masterclass
- Telescope Sessions
- Field Mentoring
- Expedition Certificate
- Astroventure Takeaway Kit
What’s not included
- Personal expenses
- Camera equipment
- Equipment rental
- Travel insurance
- Medical expenses
- Any activity not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Optional travel insurance is strongly recommended. Anything not explicitly listed under Inclusions is not part of the package.
You leave with more than images
Every participant returns home with a curated kit to keep learning and creating.
Expedition Certificate
A premium certificate marking your expedition.
Astrophotography Field Guide
A reference for shooting the night sky in the field.
Night Sky Planning Guide
Plan Milky Way, deep-sky and trail sessions like a pro.
Editing Workflow PDF
The complete post-processing pipeline, step by step.
Exclusive Lightroom Presets
Curated presets to jump-start your night-sky edits.
Observation Logbook
Record objects, settings and notes from each night.
Astroventure Merchandise
Curated apparel and accessories from the expedition.
Digital Resource Library
A growing library of tutorials, references and assets.
Community Access
Join a private community of Astroventure photographers.
Personal Image Review Session
A one-on-one review of your finished portfolio.
Kit contents are editable placeholders and may be refined before each batch.
The work behind the mentorship
Milky Way, deep sky, nebulae, galaxies and star trails — click any frame to view it full-screen.
Flagship Milky Way, nebula and star-trail photographs © Jhankrit Ahuja. Galaxy frames are public-domain / CC reference images pending the trainer’s own galaxy work.
Made on expedition
A taste of the night sky you’ll learn to capture — click any frame to view it full-screen.
Illustrative public-domain / Creative Commons imagery — to be replaced with photographs from future expeditions.
Everything you need to know
Experience, gear, telescopes, software, accommodation and weather.
Absolutely. The expedition is designed to take complete beginners to confident night-sky photographers. We start from camera fundamentals and build up, session by session, so you are never left behind.
No prior experience is required. If you already shoot, you will accelerate quickly; if you are new, our mentor scales every session to your level. Curiosity and a willingness to stay up late under the stars are all you need.
Any DSLR or mirrorless camera with a manual mode works well, ideally paired with a fast wide-angle lens (f/2.8 or faster) and a sturdy tripod. A full recommended-gear list is shared on booking, and rental gear is available if you don’t own a setup.
Yes. Professional cameras, lenses, tripods, star trackers and accessories can be rented through us at ₹2,000–₹3,000 per day. Rental equipment is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so reserve in advance.
Yes. Professional telescopes are provided for both the visual astronomy sessions and the deep-space imaging masterclass — you do not need to bring any astronomy equipment.
A star tracker is optional. It helps with deep-sky imaging and longer exposures, and we teach how to use one — but it is not required to complete the workshop. Trackers are available to rent if you’d like to try one.
The editing masterclass covers a professional Lightroom and Photoshop workflow, along with image-stacking and calibration tools. You will leave with a complete post-processing pipeline and exclusive presets.
Yes, accommodation is on a twin-sharing basis with the best available comfort at each location and altitude. Let us know your preferences in advance and we will do our best to accommodate them.
A reasonable level of general fitness is enough. This is a high-altitude road expedition with short walks — no technical trekking. We travel at a measured pace with gradual acclimatisation and monitor everyone closely.
Ladakh’s new-moon windows offer some of the clearest skies on Earth, but weather can vary. If a night clouds over, we adapt — shifting theory, planning and editing sessions around the sky so no time is wasted and every clear window is used.
Small Batch. Personalized Mentorship.
To ensure every participant receives one-on-one guidance from Jhankrit Ahuja, each expedition is limited to a small group. Bookings are confirmed only upon advance payment, and equipment rentals are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reserve My Seat
Capture the UniverseLike Never Before
Experience the Himalayas through the lens of a professional astrophotographer. Learn to create breathtaking images of the Milky Way, galaxies, nebulae and pristine night landscapes while travelling through some of the darkest skies in the world.
Reserve Your Seat on the Expedition
Leh → Leh
50,000
Join the expedition on-ground in Leh
Delhi → Delhi
70,000
Everything in Leh, plus travel from Delhi
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