Spiti Valley Group tour with Chandratal 6N 7D

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I book this Spiti Valley tour package? You can book directly on this page by clicking Book Now and paying the advance amount of Rs. 5,000 per person to confirm your seat. Prefer to talk first? WhatsApp us on +91 88280 04949 or email highfive@treksandtrails.org. We also offer customised Spiti Valley itineraries for private groups — just reach out. What fitness level is required for this Spiti Valley trip? This trip is rated easy to moderate. You will not be trekking long distances — most of the journey is by road. However, you will be spending multiple days above 3,800m in a high-altitude cold desert environment. Basic cardiovascular fitness, good hydration habits, and the ability to walk 3 to 5km on uneven terrain are sufficient. Avoid alcohol for the first 48 hours at altitude. Is acclimatisation necessary for Spiti Valley? Yes — and this itinerary builds it in. Day 2 is a dedicated acclimatisation day in Manali (2,050m) before the ascent to Kaza (3,800m). Skipping this day significantly increases the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Symptoms of AMS include headache, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. If you experience severe symptoms at any point, inform your trip captain immediately. Consult your doctor about Diamox before travel if you have a history of altitude sensitivity. What is the camping experience like at Chandratal Lake? Chandratal Lake (4,300m) camping is one of the highlights of this trip. You will stay in Swiss tents in a government-designated camping zone near the lake — open fires, private tents, and a sky full of stars on clear nights. Nights here drop close to 0°C even in summer, so your sleeping bag and down jacket are essential. Toilet facilities are basic. The short walk to the lake edge at sunrise is worth every bit of the cold. What is the minimum group size for this trip? This fixed departure runs with a minimum of 4 confirmed participants. If the group falls below 4, we will either adjust pricing proportionally and run the trip, or offer a full refund (minus any applicable bank transaction charges). You will be notified well in advance if a departure is at risk of cancellation. How are rooms allocated? Rooms are allocated on a same-gender basis, which works well for solo travellers and friends. Couples are accommodated together. Guesthouse stays are on twin or triple sharing. Homestay rooms may accommodate 2 to 4 guests depending on room size — this is standard in Spiti and part of the authentic experience. Who else will be on this trip? Our Spiti Valley group departures typically have participants between 20 and 40 years of age — a mix of solo travellers, friend groups, and couples. We maintain a balanced male-to-female ratio and welcome all kinds of travellers. Solo travellers are very much at home on our trips. What should I know about staying in a homestay in Spiti? One night of this trip may be in a local homestay in Kaza, where you share space with a Spitian family. Rooms are simple, meals are home-cooked local cuisine, and the experience offers a genuine look at life at 3,800m. Hot running water for bathing is not available — this is standard across most homestays in Spiti due to water scarcity at high altitude. Hot water for drinking and washing hands will be available. What are dry toilets and will I encounter them? Dry toilets (composting toilets with no flush water) are common across Spiti Valley — a practical solution to water scarcity at high altitude. You may find these at homestays and some guesthouses. If you have difficulty with squat-style dry toilets, let us know at booking — a stool can be arranged at a small additional charge. Is Spiti Valley safe for solo travellers and women? Yes. Spiti is one of the safest regions in India for solo travel. Our trips maintain a healthy gender ratio within the group and female trek guides are assigned where available. Solo travellers — male or female — consistently rate Spiti group departures as one of their best travel experiences.