Sissu & Lahaul vs Chandrakhani Pass
Pick Sissu & Lahaul for
road trips, photography, snow, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Chandrakhani Pass for
camping, adventure, a real challenge
| Sissu & Lahaul | Chandrakhani Pass | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Himachal, Lahaul & Spiti | Himachal, Naggar, Kullu |
| Highest point | 3,200 m | 3,660 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 30 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr | Apr, May |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,800 |
| Gateway | Manali | Bhuntar (Kullu) |
| With kids | Good | Not advised |
| With seniors | Good | Not advised |
| Permits | None; Atal Tunnel is open to all vehicles. | Forest permit via operator. |
Sissu & Lahaul: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Chandrakhani Pass: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- ❄︎May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely