Spiti valley Trek

Things to Take

Bare necessities:

Trekking shoes: You will need trekking shoes with good grip. Sports shoes will not be comfortable enough.

Backpack (40-60 litres): A backpack with sturdy straps and a supporting frame. Rain cover for backpack is essential.

Clothes

Three warm layers: On the pass crossing day, you will need at least three warm layers (two lights layers such as fleece and woolen and one padded jacket) for this trek.

Two trek pants: Wear one pair and carry one pair.

Two collared t-shirts: Carry light, full sleeved t-shirts that prevent sun burns on the neck and arms. Again, wear one and carry one.

Thermals (Optional): Those who are more susceptible to cold can carry thermals to wear at night.

Accessories

Sunglasses: Sunglasses are to prevent snow blindness. These are more important in June. There might be snow at the upper campsites regardless of the season. So carry a pair of sunglasses.

Suncap: The sun is intense at higher altitudes and a sun cap is absolutely essential to keep your face and neck safe from sun burns.

Synthetic hand gloves: One pair of fleece or woolen hand gloves. One pair of water proof gloves.

Balaclava: You may use woolen scarves instead as well.

Socks (2 pairs): Apart from two sports socks, you can take a pair of woolen socks for the night.

Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory

Trekking pole: Watch this video to understand why you need a trekking pole.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1. Shimla to kalpa (2621 MTS) via NARKANDA.

Disatance: (223 km / 8 – 9 HRS)

• Pick up from Shimla bus stand, freshen up, and have breakfast.
• Drive to Kalpa through the thick woods of Narkanda alongside the River Sutlej.
• Embark on a scenic road journey through Kinnaur Valley.
• Check-in at the hotel, have dinner, and overnight stay.

About Kalpa (2,960 mts / 9,711 Feet):

• Formerly known as Chini, it was the Regional Capital.
• A charming town on the banks of the Sutlej River.
• Offers stunning views of Jorkanden & Kinner Kailash Peaks, with a 79-foot Shivlinga rock formation.
• Check-in at the hotel, have dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 2. Day 02: Kalpa to Tabo

Distance: 160 km | Duration: 5 – 6 HRS

• Breakfast, check-out, and drive to Tabo.
• Visit Gue Monastery on the way.
  • Home to a 500-year-old mummy of a Buddhist monk, Sangha Tenzin.
• Reach Tabo and check in at a hotel/homestay.
• Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3. Tabo to Kaza via Dhankar Gompa

Distance: 110 km | Duration: 7 – 8 HRS

• Breakfast, check-out, and drive to Kaza.
• Stop at Dhankar Monastery, a Buddhist temple in the Spiti Valley at 3,894 mts elevation.
• Reach Kaza, check in at the hotel.
• Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4. Sightseeing Around Kaza

Full-day excursion to:

• Ki Monastery - A learning center of Buddhism with ancient murals and weapons.
• Kibber Village - A high-altitude village.
• Chicham Bridge (4,145 mts)- Asia's highest bridge, spanning a 1000-ft gorge.
• Langza Village (4,420 mts) - One of the highest motorable villages in the world.
• Hikkim (4,440 mts) - Home to the world's highest post office.
• Komik Village (4,589 mts) - Asia's highest village.
• Return to hotel/homestay, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 5. Kaza to Sangla

Distance: 234 km | Duration: 8 – 9 HRS

• Breakfast, check-out, and drive to Sangla.
• Check-in at the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 6. Sangla to Shimla

Distance: 223 km | Duration: 8 – 9 HRS

• Breakfast, check-out, and drive to Shimla.
• Stop at Karcham Dam (hydro project).
• Enjoy the scenic river valley of Baspa (9000 ft).
• Check-in at the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 7. Shimla Drop

• Breakfast, check-out, and transfer to Shimla airport/railway station/bus stand.