Chandratal Lake
4.9
Spiti ValleyHalf to full day
LakeCampNature
About
Chandratal, or 'moon lake', is a crescent-shaped alpine lake at 4,300 metres in the upper Chandra valley of Spiti. The water shifts through blues and turquoise through the day, reflecting a low Spiti valley temperature. Camping is restricted, but day visits to the shore are allowed, making it a highlight of any Spiti valley trip.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
Lake Shore Walk
A 3-km circuit around the lake passes the classic viewpoint, a key part of any Spiti trip.
02
Summer Wildflowers
In July, the meadows around the lake are carpeted with alpine flowers a stunning sight on a Spiti valley trip.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Accessible June-October only
- •4x4 required for the last section
- •Camping at designated sites only (2 km away)
- •Water is too cold to swim
- •No food available at the lake
- •Altitude sickness risk — acclimatise first
