Spiti · 8N / 9D
Summer Spiti Backpacking Tour
The complete Spiti circuit from Delhi: Kinnaur, Kaza, Chandratal and Manali.
- Highest4,551 m
- SeasonMay – Oct
- LevelModerate
Dates on request
From, per person₹17,999
Kunzum Pass
The high pass between Spiti and Lahaul on the way to Chandratal.
- Altitude
- 4,551 m (14,931 ft)
- Best time
- Best: June – October, depending on snow
Kunzum Pass is the highest point on our summer Spiti tour and the gateway between Spiti and Lahaul. The road crosses it between Kaza and Chandratal, and it is only open in summer, usually from June depending on snow.
On day 7 of the summer tour you leave Kaza, visit Key Monastery and Kibber, cross the Chicham Bridge and then Kunzum Pass before the short walk to Chandratal Lake and a camp night.
What to see
- The pass and its prayer flags
- Views over the Spiti and Lahaul ranges
- Chandratal Lake, a short drive beyond
- Chicham Bridge on the way up
Travel tips
- At 4,551 m you may feel breathless: stay hydrated and move slowly
- The pass is closed by snow in winter, so check the road before you plan
When our trips reach Kunzum Pass
The days of our itineraries that visit Kunzum Pass, with the route, distance and overnight stay. The trip captain confirms each day's route the evening before.
| Trip and day | Plan | Distance | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Spiti Backpacking Tour, day 7 | Kaza to ChandratalKaza → Key → Kibber → Chicham → Kunzum Pass → Chandratal | ~100 km | Camp at Chandratal |
| Spiti Bike Trip: Full Circuit with Shipki La, day 8 | Kaza to Chandratal over Kunzum LaKaza → Losar → Kunzum Pass → Chandratal | ~80–110 km | Camp at Chandratal |
Guides that cover Kunzum Pass
Questions about Kunzum Pass
How high is Kunzum Pass?
Kunzum Pass is at an altitude of 4,551 m (14,931 ft) above sea level. Rest on arrival, drink water and ride or drive at an easy pace the first day.
Where is Kunzum Pass, and which state is it in?
Kunzum Pass is in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, on the road between Lahaul and Spiti.
When is the best time to visit Kunzum Pass?
The best time to visit Kunzum Pass is June – October, depending on snow.
What is there to see at Kunzum Pass?
The pass and its prayer flags. Views over the Spiti and Lahaul ranges. Chandratal Lake, a short drive beyond. Chicham Bridge on the way up.
Which valleys does Kunzum Pass connect?
Kunzum Pass connects Lahaul and Spiti. The road crosses it between Losar on the Spiti side and Batal on the Lahaul side, close to Chandratal.
When does Kunzum Pass open?
It usually opens in June and closes with snow in autumn. The exact dates depend on the snow each year, so we confirm the road status before every batch.
Which MountainBea trips visit Kunzum Pass?
Summer Spiti Backpacking Tour (8 nights, 9 days); Spiti Bike Trip: Full Circuit with Shipki La (9 nights, 10 days).
Trips that visit Kunzum Pass
Spiti · 9N / 10D
Spiti Bike Trip: Full Circuit with Shipki La
Ride the full Spiti circuit on a Royal Enfield Himalayan: Sarahan, Chitkul, the Shipki La route, Kaza and Chandratal.
- Highest4,650 m
- SeasonJun – Sep
- LevelModerate
Dates on request
From, per person₹32,999