- Altitude
- 4,300 m
- Distance
- 95 km from Kaza via Kunzum pass
- Best time
- June – October only
- Ideal stay
- 1–2 days
About Chandratal Lake
Chandratal is a crescent-shaped high-altitude lake near Kunzum pass that changes colour from blue to emerald through the day — the jewel of the Spiti–Manali route.
Chandratal lies in the Lahaul side of the Kunzum pass (4,590 m). Campsites are set up near the lake in summer, and a short walk takes you to the shore.
The road is open only from June to October once the Kunzum pass and Batal road are cleared of snow. It is not accessible in winter.
Things to see & do
- Crescent-shaped blue lake
- Kunzum pass (4,590 m) and temple
- Night camping under the stars
- Batal and Chacha-Chachi dhaba
Suggested itinerary
Day 1
Kaza → Losar → Kunzum pass → Chandratal (95 km)
Cross Kunzum pass and reach the Chandratal campsites. Walk to the lake for sunset.
Day 2
Chandratal → Batal → Atal Tunnel → Manali (120 km)
Drive over the rough Batal–Gramphu stretch and through the Atal Tunnel to Manali.
Local tips from our drivers
- Only SUVs and MUVs are allowed on our Chandratal trips.
- Camping is not allowed right on the lakeshore.
