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Explore Hampta Pass and Chandratal Lake in a Day

  1. 6:00AM: Breakfast at Johnson's Cafe
    2 minutes (0.1 miles) from your hotel

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Johnson's Cafe. They offer a variety of breakfast dishes, including pancakes and omelets.

  2. 7:30AM: Drive to Hampta Pass
    2 hours (39.2 miles) from Johnson's Cafe

    Drive to Hampta Pass, which is one of the most beautiful treks in the Himalayas. It is a moderate trek that offers stunning views of the Himalayas and the valleys below.

  3. 10:00AM: Trek to Hampta Pass
    4 hours (6.2 miles) from the starting point of the trek

    The trek to Hampta Pass is a moderate trek, and it takes around 4 hours to complete. The trek offers stunning views of the Himalayas and the valleys below. Make sure to carry plenty of water and snacks.

  4. 2:00PM: Lunch at Chandra Dhaba
    1 hour (15.2 miles) from Hampta Pass

    Head to Chandra Dhaba to have a delicious lunch. They offer a variety of dishes, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

  5. 3:00PM: Drive to Chandratal Lake
    1 hour (20.1 miles) from Chandra Dhaba

    Drive to Chandratal Lake, which is a high altitude lake located in the Spiti part of the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh.

  6. 4:00PM: Trek to Chandratal Lake
    30 minutes (1.2 miles) from the parking area

    The trek to Chandratal Lake is an easy trek, and it takes around 30 minutes to complete. The lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and the view is breathtaking.

  7. 5:30PM: Drive back to your hotel
    5 hours (94.3 miles) from Chandratal Lake

    Drive back to your hotel, and relax after a long day of trekking and exploring the beautiful places.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit the Rohtang Pass, which is located near Hampta Pass. It is a high mountain pass that connects Manali to Leh. Another side trip you can take is to the Key Monastery, which is a famous Tibetan Buddhist monastery located in the Spiti Valley. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry plenty of water, snacks, and warm clothes. Also, make sure to check the weather conditions before starting your trek. Lastly, it is recommended to hire a local guide for the trek to Hampta Pass and Chandratal Lake.

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