Where should I stay Sangla or Chitkul?
Sangla is better option if you dont miss Chitkul. You can get beautiful Baspa river. kalpa needs one extraday. plus you need to have a good experienced driver + guide + good car.
Is there any trek in Chitkul?
The trek down to Chitkul is long and you need to cover around 5578 ft of steep descent. It is around 6-7 kms and takes around 6 hrs. The route towards Chitkul curves towards the right side of the valley. Proceed down for 45 minutes as the trail passes through rocky terrain and loose boulders.
Which is better Chitkul or Kalpa?
Kalpa is also known as Winter Abode of Lord Shiva and is famous for heavenly views of Kinnaur Kailash ranges and Roghi suicide point. Chitkul is the last village on the Indo Tibet border and is popular for breathtaking views of Baspa Valley.
How do I get to Chitkul by bus?
over a year ago. You can catch HRTC buses from DELHI KASHMIRIGATE ISBT and can go to SANGLA and from there take shared CAB or PRIVATE CAB for CHITKUL. over a year ago. Are there direct busses from Delhi to Sangla from ISBT Kashmiri gate.
Is Chitkul worth visiting?
If you are serious about traveling in the Himalayas then a Chitkul trip is something not to be missed. Famously known as the last inhabited village on the Indo-Tibet Border, Chitkul is also the most beautiful village of the striking Baspa Valley in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh.
Can we visit chitkul in January?
At this time, the entire village remains covered with snow and even the locals move to lower regions of Himachal. So your trip can actually only be planned from late March to mid-November. Within this window as well, late April to September is considered a safe period.
How do I get to chitkul by public transport?
Chitkul By Bus or Public Transport You can easily take an HRTC bus from Delhi, Chandigarh or Shimla to Chitkul. You can either reach directly to Sangla which is a closer place to Chitkul. Or reach Reckong Peo first, explore Kalpa and then move to Chitkul.
How to reach Chitkul from Sangla in September?
Rakcham is around 14 Kms from Sangla en route to Chitkul. This village also has stay options. It offers excellent views of the Baspa valley and in September, it is the best place to view pink Ogla blossoms. Chitkul, is the last road head around 24 Kms from Sangla.
How is the Sangla Valley in Kinnaur?
The Sangla Valley in Kinnaur, also called the Baspa Valley after the river that feeds it, needs no introduction. The Sangla Valley is centered around the town Sangla, and the road extends to the village Chitkul near the border of Tibet. Baspa is a tributary of Sutlej, and meets the latter near Karcham.
How to visit the Sangla Valley in India?
You pass through the Sangla Valley during two major multi-day treks, namely the Kinnaur Kailash Parikrama (a circular tour along the remotest villages of Kinnaur), and the Rupin Pass Trek (It connects Uttarakhand to Himachal). You need to go with experienced guides for the complete treks.
Is the Rupin Pass trek a complete package?
The fact that the Rupin Pass trek ends at the village of Sangla from where you get to explore Chitkul, the last village before the Indo-Tibetan border is such an accomplishment. Hence, the Rupin Pass trek with a visit to the villages of Sangla and Chitkul is a complete package.