{"id":11129,"date":"2016-03-31T17:01:22","date_gmt":"2016-03-31T17:01:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rajvermadev.online\/heavenridersindia\/?p=11129"},"modified":"2025-11-03T05:50:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T05:50:06","slug":"chandratal-campers-paradise-in-himachal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rajvermadev.online\/heavenridersindia\/chandratal-campers-paradise-in-himachal\/","title":{"rendered":"Chandratal: Campers Paradise in Himachal"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Chandartal Lake Trek<\/h1>\n


Chandratal Lake is one of two high-altitude wetlands of India which have been designated as Ramsar sites vast meadows on the banks of the lake are the camping sites.<\/p>\n

The lake is 6kms away from Kunzum Pass, who links up Lahaul and Spiti valley\u2019s with each other. Boasting of a circumference of about 2.5 km, Crystal clear deep blue water of lake is the main source of the Chandra River.<\/p>\n

Chandratal Lake or Chandra Taal is a Hindi word, which means Moon\u2019s Lake. The name of the lake originates from its crescent shape. One can easily see a reflection of moon and galaxy in late evening hours whosoever visits here.<\/p>\n

Chandratal Lake<\/strong>\u00a0situated at altitude of about 4300 meter (14, 100 feet above sea) in the\u00a0Lahaul \u2013 Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The lake thus aptly named is one of the exotic places in Himachal. It offers breathtaking and scenic beauty to repose. With span of time Chandra Taal become a popular destination for trekkers and campers.\u00a0Chandra Taal is known as camper\u2019s paradise.<\/em><\/p>\n

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During springtime, these meadows are carpeted with hundreds of kinds of wildflowers.\u00a0Suraj Taal<\/strong>\u00a0is also accessible from Chandra Taal, 30\u00a0kms away from here. Many trekkers\u2019 starts there trek from Chandra Taal to reach Suraj Taal and Baralacha La.<\/em><\/p>\n

Chronicles suggest that Chandra Taal is the place where Lord Indra on his chariot escorted Yudishtra, eldest brother of the Pandavas to heaven in his mortal form.<\/em><\/p>\n

As a result, this lake is a revered one and draws a large number of devotees.<\/em><\/p>\n

Chandra Taal, once a halting place for traders who went to Spiti and the Kullu valley from Tibet and Ladakh attracts a large number of photographers and adventure lovers.<\/p>\n

How to Reach\u00a0Chandratal<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Chandratal Lake is easily accessible by road from Manali and Kaza both sides. It depends on you, from which side you are travelling. The Lake is easily approachable by foot from either Batal ( Manali side ) or Kunzum Pass ( Kaza Side ). It is an 8km trek from Kunzum Pass and can also be reached by driving via Batal from Manali. One can easily reach here on his Bike.\u00a0The road is not advisable to drive during July & August.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Possible routes may be either Delhi-Kullu-Manali-Rohtang La \u2013 Gramphoo-Chattru-Battal-Chandertal<\/em><\/p>\n

or Delhi \u2013 Shimla \u2013 Narkanda \u2013 Karcham \u2013 Nako \u2013 Tabo \u2013 Kaza \u2013 Kunzum la \u2013 Chandra Taal.<\/em><\/p>\n

In order to reach the lake people have to trek about 8km from Kunzum pass.<\/em><\/p>\n

The nearest airport is located at Bhuntar, known as Kullu -Manali Airport. 160kms.<\/p>\n

Nearest railway station is at Chandigarh railway station<\/em>. From Chandigarh, one can easily board in Volvo or state transport or private tour and travels buses till Manali then hire a taxi if you have budget according to that or take\u00a0Himachal Road Transport Corporation bus to reach\u00a0Batal and then trek to Chandratal Lake.<\/p>\n

Climate<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Winters are very cold and freezing.\u00a0 Temperatures can touch below -15 oC. Summer (April- June) is also cold, but right time for trekkers. There is a high probability of snowing in the winters and also some snowing can be witnessed in other seasons too. The best time to visit is between June and October. The lake remains frozen on winters.<\/p>\n

Trekking Chandra Taal<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

With Opening of Manali \u2013 Leh Highway, Trekkers from all over globe increasing season by season to Chandra Taal. From, June to September a large number of travelers visits here. The Chandra Taal Trek is rated moderate by most of trekkers but one can enjoy the trek with the unparalleled beauty of landscapes with almost treeless valley, clear blue sky and lushgreen meadows. It is an 8km trek from Kunzum Pass and can also be reached by driving via Batal from Manali. The days are not cold but the temperature drops quickly after the sun sets, and the wind adds its bit. The best way to keep warm is to wear clothes in layers.<\/p>\n

Where to Stay<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

People generally prefer Chandra Taal to camp on its bank. There are a few camping sites that can be found on the periphery of this area. Tourists and trekkers generally avoid winters because the lake freezes after snowfall and temperatures dip below sub zero temperatures. If you have your own tent then you can pitch tent here, wherever you like on camping site or accommodation provided by locals in Tents with good food etc. They accommodate you including dinner and breakfast preferably vegetarian food but Sometimes Non \u2013 veg food also available with them. It depends on pre-order.<\/p>\n

If You visiting during off season, better to confirm details about road conditions in Manali or Kaza local administration office over phone. Camping around Chandra Taal Lake has it\u2019s own experience but try to don\u2019t trash there.<\/p>\n

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\u2013 Chandratal (14000+ ft above sea level) is a remote high altitude lake in Lahaul \/ Spiti Area \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0accessible via 4 wheel Drive from Batal near Kumzumla Pass, Bikers also visit Chandra Taal \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0lake frequently.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2013 Chandertal is part of one of the sought after trekking routes from Manali.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2013 Camps for overnight stay are setup near Chandertal lake during July \u2013 Sept period.<\/em><\/p>\n

Important for visitors<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cChandratal lake area can be given a tag of most rugged and most inaccessible. The area is most unpredictable weather-wise and can be visited only in July-August months.\u00a0Chandratal lake requires a 4WD jeep drive and overlooks the most high altitude lake and Himalayan beauty there could be. You can hike near by peaks during day time and see Chandra Taal from there and take pictures will take you to another world but with experienced guide or local guy preffered . Don\u2019t go alone.<\/em><\/p>\n

Must Have things<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are traveling in a pleasant time window i.e. July-August you don\u2019t really need any special thing apart from you basic travel kit and few medicines. But, if you are traveling in a dicey time window to a terrain like Chandra Taal Lake better prepared with the following must haves \u2013<\/p>\n

-Snow\/Water proof trekking shoes, shoes should be light in weight, comfortable (as you need to trek a lot) with powerful grip in Snow or slippery surface.<\/p>\n

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-Strong trekking stick for holding gripping snow.<\/p>\n

-Snow\/Water proof clothing i.e. Jackets and Lower,\u00a0Heavy Woolens proffered.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Woolen socks [carry 2 extra pair in case one any gets wet] in your backpack.<\/p>\n

\u2013\u00a0Medicines,\u00a0Torchlight,<\/p>\n

\u2013 Medium size, low weight\u00a0towel in your back pack to keep yourself dry as much as you can<\/p>\n

\u2013 Drinking water bottle say 2 Ltr for your backpack,<\/p>\n

\u2013 Camping gear if you need to setup your own camping.<\/p>\n

\u2013\u00a0& most important, Camp & Trek but Don\u2019t Trash\u2026<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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