The Government of Ladakh on November 08, 2024, issued the Registration and Renewal Guidelines for Adventure Tour Operators and Adventure Activity Guidelines in the UT of Ladakh of the Tourism Department.
The following has been stated:
• Objective:
To promote and ensure clean, high-quality, safe, eco-friendly and sustainable adventure activities by fostering responsible practices, and bringing all bona-fide adventure tour operators in the organized setup.
• Responsibilities of the Adventure Tour Operators (ATOs)
o The ATO must specify their areas of expertise in adventure activities and keep all relevant maps and reference materials related to their chosen activities readily available at their office premises.
o Children under the age of 18 are prohibited from participating in high-risk activities, whereas those aged 12 and above may engage in activities with moderate risk. Minors involved in adventure activities must be accompanied by an adult. It is imperative to follow the distinct guidelines set for each adventure activity, and ATOs bear the responsibility of maintaining the safety of these activities.
o A guide must accompany every group participating in an adventure activity.
o Individuals joining adventure activity groups must undergo preliminary training, and leaders must ensure participants possess the necessary skills for involvement.
This notification will come into force from November 08, 2024.
[Notification No LA(Trm)(LMP)/UTL/2024/(223)/2419-26]
