- Altitude
- 4,590 m
- Distance
- 75 km from Kaza
- Best time
- June – October
- Ideal stay
- En route
About Kunzum Pass
Kunzum la connects Spiti with Lahaul and Manali. Every vehicle stops at the Kunzum Mata temple for blessings — with views of the Bara Shigri glacier and CB peaks.
Kunzum pass is open from around June to October. Its temple of Kunzum Mata is circled by every driver before continuing the journey.
From the top, you can see the Chandra Bhaga range and the Bara Shigri, one of the largest glaciers in the Himalaya.
Things to see & do
- Kunzum Mata temple
- Bara Shigri glacier views
- Prayer flags and chortens
Suggested itinerary
En route
Kaza → Kunzum → Chandratal / Manali
A key stop on the Spiti–Manali road.
Local tips from our drivers
- Weather can change in minutes — keep a warm jacket handy.
