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Trek essentials and how to pack a backpack efficiently

How to pack a backpack efficiently? Besides staying fit and keeping the moral high it is also important to know what things one need to carry how to pack a backpack efficiently.Believe me, A backpack packed efficiently can work wonders.After you have decided to buy a backpack depending upon its size , durability , ergonomics… Continue reading Trek essentials and how to pack a backpack efficiently

Nako village , Kinnaur

Nako is a lakeside village in the barren Hangrang valley of Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh. Some of the highest peaks like Rio Purgyil ( 6816 m ) are located in the valley. Nako is also a focal point for trekking trails like Nako to Chango village, Nako to Hango village and Nako to Somang village trek… Continue reading Nako village , Kinnaur

Which cellular network works in Spiti valley.

Posted by raachotrekkers on December 31, 2020

BSNL works in all regions of Spiti valley and Kinnaur. Reliance Jio is expanding its network in Spiti valley. It is expected to get functional by the summer of 2021.

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What to pack for Spiti valley?

Posted by raachotrekkers on December 31, 2020

In summers, the maximum temperature crosses the 20 degrees Celcius mark in Spiti valley. During sunny daytime, you’ll feel comfortable just by wearing a t-shirt and trousers. It is always good to get wrapped in layers of clothes as the weather can change anytime in the Himalayas. Even if the sun starts shining again, you can always get rid of the outer layers of clothing.

Here is the packing list (summers) for Spiti valley:

T-shirts.
A windcheater/ rain jacket.
Jeans/trousers.
Light woolen.
A cap/hat.
Sunglasses.
A pair of hiking shoes.
3/4 pairs of regular socks.
A water purifier and filtration bottle (avoid plastic bottle).
Personal hygiene essentials.
Sunscreen sunblock cream.

Spiti valley packing list (for winters):

A pair of good quality waterproof trekking boots.
Three pairs of cotton socks.
Two pairs of waterproof hiking pants.
One pair of shorts
Two pairs of fleece jumpers.
Two pairs of thermal tops and bottoms
One down jacket.
Headgear (1 beanie/skull cap, 1 buff, and 1 trekking cap).
A pair of thick gloves
Personal hygiene essentials(alcohol-based gel hand sanitizer, soap, towels, toilet papers, baby wipes, etc.).
UV-block sunglasses.
First aid kit.
A water purifier and filtration bottle.

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What is Spiti valley famous for?

Posted by raachotrekkers on December 31, 2020

Spiti valley is acclaimed for its distinctive Moon-esque landscapes and interesting landforms. 5 entities that define the Spiti valley are:

Chandratal —.the lake of moon.
Buddhist monasteries of Ki, Kaza, Kungri, and Tabo.
Snow leopards of Kibber — the grey ghost of the Himalayas.
Fascinating Tibetan culture and customs.
Fossils — dating back to the Triassic period (252-201 million years ago) — of Langza village.

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How to reach Spiti valley from Shimla?

Posted by raachotrekkers on December 31, 2020

Shimla to Narkanda-Rampur Bushahr-Powari-Pooh-Dubling village drive is on NH5. Dubling village to Nako-Tabo-Kaza drive is on NH505. Kaza is the headquarter of Spiti valley. During winters, Shimla-Narkanda-Rampur road gets closed for a day or two whenever there is a long spell of snowfall. In such events, take the Shimla-Suni-Rampur Bushahr route along the Satluj river. This route stays open for all 365 days of the year.

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How to reach Spiti valley from Manali (via Atal tunnel)?

Posted by raachotrekkers on December 31, 2020

The road from Manali follows the Solang Valley-Atal tunnel-Gramphu-Batal-Kunzum Pass-Losar-Kaza route. The distance from Manali to Kaza is 183 km and it takes about 4-5 hours to reach Kaza. Manali-Kaza is a shorter route than the Shimla-Kaza route.

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