Rupin Pass vs Spiti Valley circuit
Pick Rupin Pass for
nature, camping, adventure, fewer people, fewer days
Pick Spiti Valley circuit for
peace and quiet, road trips, a spiritual journey, an easier walk
| Rupin Pass | Spiti Valley circuit | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Himachal, Shimla–Uttarkashi border | Himachal, Kaza, Lahaul & Spiti |
| Highest point | 4,650 m | 4,590 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 52 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 7–8 | 8–10 |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Apr, May, Jun | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹3,000 |
| Gateway | Shimla / Dehradun | Chandigarh / Shimla |
| With kids | Not advised | Possible |
| With seniors | Not advised | Possible |
| Permits | Forest permits on both sides; usually handled by the operator. | Indian citizens: none. Foreign nationals need an Inner Line Permit for the Kinnaur–Spiti border stretch. |
Rupin Pass: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- ❄︎May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Spiti Valley circuit: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely