Lahaul Spiti Adventure
Lahaul
& Spiti Adventure
Situated at a height of 4800m above sea - level, Lahaul & Spiti are
the two remote Himalayan Valleys of Himachal Pradesh. Popularly known as
the "twin valleys" of Indian Himalayas it lies on the Indo -
Tibet border that encompasses network of soaring mountains and deep
valleys.
Located amidst lush green forests and towering mountains of Himachal
Pradesh, the region of Lahaul - Spiti offers some of the best treks for
the trekkers and mountaineers. There are trekking routes available in
this part of the city, which are considered as world's best trek routes.
To name a few the route to Keylong through Kunzum Pass offers many
sports activities beside trekking. A few kilometer away from the
Keylong, Chandra Tal is a famous destination for the river - rafting
adventure. Tourists are advised to visit Lahaul - Spiti from Manali by
hiring a proper guide from the tourism department of Himachal. The best
time to visit Lahaul & Spiti via Shimla is between April to October
and via Manali from June to October. During this period tourists witness
moderate climate hence does not require heavy woollens. Tourists can
drive to these locations of Himachal Pradesh provided they have enough
resources with them like petrol, food etc. A special permit is required
for the foreign tourists to travel in Lahaul - Spiti. The permits are
available at Shimla, Rampur and at all the major cities of Himachal
Pradesh.
Accommodations
The Youth Hostel Association of India runs various camps at several
location in Himachal Pradesh. It also offers various services and
facilities for the trekkers and tourists. Besides, there are government
run hotels at some of the location in Lahaul - Spiti Valley.
Adventurous Activity
Trekking
Lahaul & Spiti offers excellent trekking routes to trekkers. Grand
Himalayan trek is one of the most popular routes located in the Lahaul &
Spiti region. Pin Parvati route is another recommended trek leads to
Chandra valley.
Some of the main trekking routes are:
Tandi to Manali
Tandi-Keylong-Jispa-Patseo-Suraj Tal-Baralacha La-TokpoyongmaTopo-
KamaChandra Tal-Batal-Chhota Dara-ChhatruHamta Pass-HamtaManali.
Darcha to Manali
Darcha-Keylong-Gondhla-Sissu-Koksar-Manali.
River
Rafting
Tourists can enjoy river rafting on Chandra river overlooked by the
moonscape of Lahaul & Spiti. Though rafting is tough in this river,
but with due care it can be done.
Mountaineering
Lahaul offers many promising peaks for the mountaineers. The Mulkila
group and the peaks of Chandra Bhaga are some of the toughest peaks in
the area. The Chandra Bhaga is a solid mass of rock and ice encircling
the most hostile terrain on earth. Unconquered peaks are also found near
the Bara Shigri Glacier and at the headwaters of the Parvati River.
