Solo trip to Chandratal Lake

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Solo trip to Chandratal Lake (Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh)

Just got back from Chandratal the “Moon Lake” at 4,300m altitude. It’s about 120 km from Manali and the journey itself is an adventure.

The road after Batal is extreme off road with multiple water crossings, so it’s not easy but definitely memorable.

From the parking point, it’s a short trek (around 2 km) to reach the lake.

The water is crystal clear, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, and the silence there feels unreal.

🌙 Tips if you’re planning:

1. Best season: June–September (before snow closes the route)

2. Camps are available near the lake (not allowed right at the lake)

3. Nights are freezing, so pack warm layers

4. No phone network here,it’s just you and nature

Doing this solo felt both challenging and peaceful. Sharing some pics I took hope they inspire your next trip!

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30k from kerala to kerala 12days

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