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Is it safe to go Spiti in December?

Is it safe to go Spiti in December?

It will be extremely cold, you will have to leave certain areas out and still will not be able to witness the white Spiti. Better plan for January, February or March if you want to see snow all around.

Can I go to Spiti in January?

Spiti valley actually remains open throughout the year, including the month of January as well. Manali to Kaza road remains completed blocked in winter but the road from Shimla remains open in January. With that being said, January is also the time when it snows heaviest in Spiti and the routes leading here.

Is it possible to go to Spiti valley in February?

There could be an occasional roadblock due to heavy snowfall somewhere along the route; but authorities usually clear it just as soon they are able to. So yes, Spiti valley remains open in February but in much tougher conditions. It is off-season in terms of tourism so do not expect a normal regular vacation.

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Does Spiti have snow?

Spiti in Winter Temperatures at night can drop way below zero degrees, and the entire valley experiences endless snowfall. In fact, the snow can be so relentless that the road from Manali to Kaza is closed during this time of year due to blockage.

Is Spiti valley open now for tourist?

Himachal’s gorgeous Spiti Valley is reopening doors to tourists on February 17, 2021. Initially, the local administration had decided to suspend all tourism-related activities in the Lahaul-Spiti region till April 2021. But now Spiti Valley is finally opening to tourists with certain guidelines.

Is Lahaul open in December?

Winter, which embraces Lahaul, usually in the first week of November, and stays on until the fourth week of March, is a cold, harsh and tough time in the valley, especially the high altitude ones. While it may not be the easiest time to travel through Lahaul, it certainly is the most rewarding time to come visit.

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Is it safe to go to Spiti now?

But now Spiti Valley is finally opening to tourists with certain guidelines. Tourists will not be allowed entry to the Kibber Village and Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary. Also, they need to undergo RAT/RT-PCR tests done from an authorised laboratory or hospital. It is mandatory for everyone to wear face masks.

Is it safe to travel to Spiti?

Yes Spiti is as safe for foreigners as it is for Indian citizens. However, as a foreign national, you must obtain a permit to travel through the valley. Without the permit, you will be sent back from any of the check posts en route. This permit can be procured from Shimla, Manali or Reckong Peo.