Chitkul is India's last inhabited village before Tibet, featuring traditional wooden houses, apple orchards, and the pristine Baspa River.
Best Time to Visit
May to October
April, November
December to March (Road closed)
Roads open May-October only.
How to Reach
By Air
Nearest Airport
Shimla
Code: SLV
Distance: 244 km
Travel Time: 10-12 hours
Taxi via Kinnaur
By Train
Nearest Station
Shimla
Code: SML
Distance: 244 km
Travel Time: 10-12 hours
Bus or taxi
By Bus
Road Connectivity
From Delhi: 16-18 hours via Shimla
Bus Stand: Sangla (28km)
Where to Stay
Budget
Homestays
₹500-1000/night
Areas: Chitkul
Mid-range
Hotels
₹1500-3000/night
Areas: Chitkul, Sangla
Luxury
Camps in Sangla
₹4000-8000/night
Areas: Sangla Valley
Things to Do
Last Point Visit
1-2 hoursWalk to India's last point
Baspa River Walk
1-2 hoursTurquoise river stroll
Food Guide
Home Cooked
Local Kinnauri food
Local Apples
Famous Kinnauri apples
Daily Budget
Backpacker
₹1000-1500/day
Mid-Range
₹2000-3500/day
Luxury
₹5000+/day
Travel Tips
Inner Line Permit required (free at Sangla)
No ATMs - carry cash
Altitude acclimatization needed
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