Rupin Pass vs Chitkul & Sangla
Pick Rupin Pass for
nature, camping, adventure, fewer people
Pick Chitkul & Sangla for
peace and quiet, road trips, tight budgets, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Rupin Pass | Chitkul & Sangla | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Himachal, Shimla–Uttarkashi border | Himachal, Kinnaur |
| Highest point | 4,650 m | 3,450 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 52 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 7–8 | 5–6 |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Apr, May, Jun | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,500 |
| Gateway | Shimla / Dehradun | Shimla / Chandigarh |
| With kids | Not advised | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Good |
| Permits | Forest permits on both sides; usually handled by the operator. | None for Indian citizens. |
Rupin Pass: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- ❄︎May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Chitkul & Sangla: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely