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Winter Spiti Expedition

Spiti has been a dreamland for many travel enthusiasts for a long time now. The moment the news of the opening of Rohtang Pass comes, travelers flock to this barren paradise to feel at home with Spiti's energies. But what if we told you that this dreamland is no longer just a summer destination? What if you could see Spiti in winter, in a completely different picture, far beyond what your imagination can give you?

With snow as deep as your knees and the temperatures dropping well below minus 10 degrees even during the day, Spiti is at its adventurous best during winters. Where no vegetation grows, and the valleys are flanked by tall, naked, and barren mountains with snow-capped peaks, where very few vehicles make it because there are no roads, just rubble, and boulders, where there is raw beauty wherever you look, this remote valley is a true gem of India, making it the most perfect destination to celebrate the magic of winters! Not for the fainthearted, come join us for an epic adventure in sub-zero temperatures as we traverse through a whitewashed valley while having unforgettable experiences and making new memories across this magnificently barren yet equally enchanting land called Spiti!

Fixed Departure Dates:

  • 14-19 April
  • 9-16 November
  • 23-30 November
  • 21-28 December
  • 27 December - 3 January

*You may also plan a custom trip to Spiti Valley on any dates of your preference with different pricing plans.

We provide sanitized Transportation, follow COVID norms, and provide a hygienic Stay.

Itineraries

Day 1

Time : 7:00 am

SHIMLA – KUFRI – KALPA

This epic Road Trip will start from ISBT Shimla (7 am) in a comfortable Tempo Traveller. Our first stop is the enchanting village of Kalpa, home to the mighty Kinner Kailash Range. via mesmerizing places like Kufri, Theog, Fagu, Narkanda and Rampur. Kalpa is one of the biggest and most beautiful villages in Kinnaur district. It is very famous for its production of high-quality apples, and pinus gerardiana, also known as chilgoza. Kalpa also offers spectacular view early in the morning as the rising sun touches the snowy peak and paints the sky with crimson and golden light.

Kalpa is one of the biggest and most beautiful villages in Kinnaur district. It is very famous for its production of high-quality apples, and pinus gerardiana, also known as chilgoza. Kalpa also offers spectacular view early in the morning as the rising sun touches the snowy peak and paints the sky with crimson and golden light.

Day 2

KALPA – NAKO – TABO

We start our morning by going around exploring parts of Kalpa and Reckong Peo to enjoy the stunning views of the Kinnaur – Kailash mountains, visit the sacred temples, monasteries and get an insight into the local way of living. From here, we depart for Nako while crossing the treacherous Malling stream. At Nako, the most picturesque hamlet of Kinnaur, we visit the frozen Nako Lake which also serves as an ice skating rink for local villagers!
After Nako, we now enter the vast Spiti Valley, while crossing the check post at Sumdo. Our first stop in Spiti is at the village Tabo.

Day 3

TABO- DHANKAR- KAZA

At Tabo, we explore the oldest monastery in the world, which is also the favorite of the Dalai Lama. From Tabo, we drive ahead to Dhankar Monastery. Dhankar used to be the administrative capital of Spiti before Kaza. We explore the village and visit the Dhankar Gompa situated asymmetrically atop a steep cliff. This hilltop fort overlooks the Spiti Valley also used to serve as a jail in the olden days. After spending some unforgettable moments in this peaceful monastery, we head towards Kaza, the administrative capital of Spiti District.
(If Pin Valley road is open we include it in our day plan at the moment)

Day 4

KAZA SIGHTSEEING

Time to explore some of the highest inhabited regions of the world. We head on to Langza, situated at an altitude of 4,400 meters. Once at Langza we can stroll around and visit the ancient Lang which is a 1000 years old temple and spot the marine fossils found here in the sedimentary rocks. Our next stop will be at Komic, the highest motorable village in the world at a height of 4,587 meters! Embrace the beauty of this enchanting place before we head to Hikkim-home of the highest post office in the world. We now visit Key, known for its magnificent Key Monastery situated at the foot of steep ridges, it is also the Biggest Gelugpa Sect Monastery in Spiti. Overlooking the Spiti River, looking down at the valley from any spot of this upland country is an incredible sight. Spending some time in the peace and quiet of this monastery can be a soulful experience, something to remember for a lifetime. We then proceed to Kibber. It gives a breathtaking view of Kanamo Peak at 19, 600 feet. From Kibber, we visit the famous Chicham Bridge, the highest bridge in Asia! Rest your body in the homestay after all the wanderings of today at Kaza.

Day 5

KAZA – SANGLA/KALPA

From Kaza, begin our journey home and head back to Kalpa or Sangla (according to road conditions) to seek the blessing of Lord Shiva by the Kinner Kailash Peak.

Day 6

Time : 7:00 pm

KALPA/SANGLA – SHIMLA

At the final leg of our journey, we finally make our way back to Shimla with a warm heart full of happy memories.

BUFFER DAY:

BUFFER DAY:

It is important to have an extra day as any bad weather conditions or landslides may delay your journey. In case another day is utilized, you need to pay ₹ 2500 for buffer day expenses.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in Hotel/Homestay (5 nights)
  • Transportation from Shimla to Shimla in Innova or Tempo Traveller.
  • MAP meal plan (5 Breakfast and 5 Dinner)
  • Experienced and Local Driver cum Guide
  • Tour Leader
  • First-Aid Kit/Oxygen Cylinder
  • GST

*This Trip can be arranged from Delhi to Delhi at a total cost of ₹ 18,000 p.p (inclusive of Volvo bus Travel) (Early-Bird)

You need to pay 50% of the cost of the trip to book your seat with us.

Direct Account Transfer:
Trekatribe Tour & Travels
Account Number:37715220647
IFSC Code:SBIN0002490
State Bank of India
Paytm Transfer Number: 9805440456
Google Pay Transfer Number: 9805440456
UPI ID: trekatribe@oksbi

What should I wear/carry in Spiti Valley?

– Inner Thermals (must-have)
– Down Jacket
– 2x Trek Pants/Jeans
– A fleece jacket or windcheater jacket or windproof jacket to prevent the winds (must-have)
– A good sturdy pair of shoes
– A 50-65 L backpack (Do not carry suitcases or trolley bags please)
– Woollen socks
– Heavy woolens 2-3 sets (Sweatshirts/Fleece/pullovers/warm hoodie)
– Carry a cap and Sunscreen Lotion to protect yourself from direct sunlight as it is too harsh in this region to protect yourself from UV rays
– Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the hard sun
– Hand gloves are a must-have in the months of October to June.
– Wollen Cap (must-have)
– Lip balm
– Carry your own water bottle and refill it
– Powerbank
– Camera Bag if you use DSLR/GoPro
– Any personal medicine for allergies/Medical conditions
– Spare contact lenses or glasses
– Towel especially lightweight quick-dry type
– Reading materials, Games, Cards. (Optional)
– Bsnl/Jio Simcard
– Identification proof like Passport, Driving license, Aadhar card etc.

Other Guidance

  • Travellers are reminded that there is a 15 kg limit on personal luggage for all trips.
  • Cameras, whether video or film, needed to be protected against the severe cold either in a warm pouch or the interior pockets of your clothing. Do not keep your camera in your backpack at higher elevations.
  • No insurance is provided during the trip of any kind.
  • When you travel, please never litter.
  • Remember – “Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints”. So, keep the mountains clean and green.
  • Aspirins and Paracetamols are highly recommended for headaches and because they also thin the blood that will help improving circulation & oxygen delivery to the body.  Strong painkillers are not recommended as they can suppress respiration.
  • Personal expense of any kind will not be entertained.

REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Cancellation of booking of tour 31 days or more before the date of Departure will result in a 20% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
  • Cancellation of booking of tour 21-30 days before the date of Departure will result in a 40% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
  • Cancellation of booking of tour 11-20 days before the date of Departure will result in a 60% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
  • Cancellation of booking of tour 6-10 days before the date of Departure will result in an 80% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
  • Cancellation of booking of tour 1-5 days before the date of Departure will result in a 100% deduction from the total cost of the tour

Exclusions

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list
  • Meals during Transportation (Lunch)
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Expenses raised due to any road blockage or natural calamity

(The itinerary is subject to change and is flexible due to any circumstances which are not in our control)

Summers are the most ideal season to visit Spiti Valley. All routes remain open from May to September and the weather is pleasant. Winters in Spiti Valley is a different experience altogether. If you want to experience snow and sub-zero temperatures, this is the best experience for you. However, some routes close down during winters and Chandratal, Rohtang Pass and Kunzum Pass remain inaccessible due to heavy snow.

The days are warm and sunny during the summers in Spiti, with temperatures ranging around 25 degrees Celsius. However, the nights get cold and chilly with temperatures dropping to 5 degrees even in summers. Winters are cold and harsh, and temperatures remain well below zero throughout the day. The days are usually minus -5 degrees and nights dip down to minus 15 degrees!

Regardless of which season you choose to travel to Spiti, it’s important to carry enough warm clothes. In summers, a simple cotton T-shirt and pants suffice during the day but at night, at least two-three layers of warm clothes would be needed. Layering is very necessary during the winters. Start with a base layer, followed by a fleece jacket, a sweater and finally a heavy winter jacket. Wear a base layer beneath your bottoms as well.

Altitude mountain sickness (AMS) occurs in high altitude regions due to lower levels of oxygen. Since Spiti Valley starts at an altitude of 3,800 meters above sea level, AMS is quite common there. Symptoms include shortness of breath, headache, and dizziness/ nausea. To prevent AMS, it is important to acclimatize well, drink water at regular intervals and eat healthy food. It is advised to not smoke or drink as they can aggravate AMS.

Since smoking and drinking aggravate altitude mountain sickness, we advise our guests to not engage in these activities.

Jio and Bsnl work well in Spiti Valley but it is not reliable as the network comes and goes.

We book hotels and homestays during the trip. At Chandratal, accommodation is arranged in tents. Both twin sharing and triple sharing options are available, at the same cost.

Yes. We make sure all our pit stops on the road are equipped with toilets. Proper toilets at every homestay and hotels available.

Absolutely! Spiti Valley is a very safe place for women. We have hosted several solo female travellers in the past and the sex ratio on our trips is usually 50-50 with other solo female travellers.

Our batches usually include 12 people on an average.

We request you to book at least 50% of the trip cost to confirm your booking with us. There are multiple payment methods available to book with Trekatribe. Once the payment is done, please share a screenshot with us for our records!

Direct Account Transfer:
Trekatribe Tour & Travels
Account Number:37715220647
IFSC Code: SBIN0002490
State Bank of India
Paytm Transfer Number: 9805440456
Google Pay Transfer Number: 9805440456
UPI ID: trekatribe@okicici

• Cancellation of booking of tour 31 days or more before the date of Departure will result in a 20% deduction in the cost of the tour.
• Cancellation of booking of tour 21-30 days before the date of Departure will result in a 40% deduction of the cost of the tour.
• Cancellation of booking of tour 11-20 days before the date of Departure will result in 60% deduction of the cost of the tour.
• Cancellation of booking of tour 6-10 days before the date of Departure will result in 80% deduction of the cost of the tour.
• Cancellation of booking of tour 1-5 days before the date of Departure will result in a 100% deduction of the cost of the tour.