About Kaza Tourism
Kaza Tour Packages
- Duration : 06 Nights / 07 Days
Best time to visit Kaza
The best time to visit Kaza is during the months from May to August and then in October as only during these months the weather conditions are favorable. Also, the entry points that are Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass are open during the mentioned months only. From end of October till March both these passes remain close due to heavy snowfall.
How to reach Kaza?
By Air
If coming by flight, the nearest airport to Kaza is Bhuntar Airport (or Kullu-Manali Airport). From Manali tourists will have to take a local bus or taxi to reach Kaza.
By Train
If coming by train the nearest railway station is Shimla railway station, which comprises of the famous route Kalka-Shimla toy train route from Kalka. From Shimla tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Kaza.
By Bus
If coming by bus, tourists will have to take a bus from Delhi or Chandigarh to Manali. Once they reach Manali they will have to take a bus or taxi to Kaza. Remember, Manali, HRTC buses to Kaza runs only during the summer season. However from Shimla, buses to Kaza are available all throughout the year, and make its stop at places like Reckong Peo.
Best Place to visit in Kaza
Although, Kaza is a rugged mountain terrain it comprises of scenic landscape, snow covered surrounding mountain ranges, ancient monasteries, remote villages and rich culture and heritage. Here is a list of some of the important places to visit in Kaza.
One of the most important sightseeing places in Kaza is Key Monaster, it is in fact the oldest monastery in Spiti Valley. The monastery is situated at a height of around 4166 meters above sea level.
It is one of the remote villages in Spiti Valley situated at a height of around 4400 meters above sea level. The village comprises of a large statue of Buddha overlooking the village.
Komic is another remote motorable village located in Spiti Valley, situated at a height of 4578 meters above sea level. It is one of the must-visit destinations .
Hikkim is an important village in Spiti Valley as it comprises of the highest post office in the world situated at a height of around 4440 meters above sea level.
Dhankar Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries situated at the top of a cliff and offers breathtaking views of the Spiti and Pin River.
One of the most popular tourists spot is the Pin Valley National Park, which is popular for having a varied species of flora and fauna. The wildlife here comprises of the snow leopard, Himalayan bear.
Chandratal Lake is situated a bit faraway from Kaza, it is located at a height of around 4300 feet above sea level. As the name suggests the shape of the lake is in moon shape.
Things to do in Kaza
Since Kaza is blessed with rugged mountain ranges, scenic landscape, rugged hills and valleys, forests, lakes and remote villages, there are many things that tourists can engage here in Kaza. Here is a list of some of the activities that tourists can enjoy:
Kaza has many ancient monasteries like Key Monastery, Dhankar Monastery and Tangyud Monastery. The Key Monastery is the largest and the oldest monastery situated in Spiti Valley.
Explore the local remote villages of Spiti Valley like Hikkim, Langza and Komic. The Hikkim village is famous for having the world’s highest post office.
Those tourists who want to see the unique flora and fauna of the mountain region should visit the Pin Valley National Park.
One of the thrilling and relaxing activities to indulge in Spiti Valley is stargazing and camping. Some of the best spots for camping in Spiti Valley is near the Chandratal Lake.
Tourists who want to know about the local culture of the region should visit the monasteries and local villages.
For the adventure lovers who want to add some thrill to their vacation should opt for the river rafting activity in the Spiti River. The rafting in Spiti River is for moderate and experienced rafters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The number of days required for a trip to Kaza is 4-6 days. However, the number of days required for your Kaza trip may vary depending on the places you want to visit, things you want to do and for how many days you want to stay here.
The nearest major airport for Kaza is Bhuntar Airport (also known as Kullu-Manali Airport), which is situated at a distance 240 to 250 km away from Kaza and will take around 8-10 hours to reach.
The nearest major train station to Kaza is Shimla railway station, which comprises of the famous route Kalka-Shimla toy train route from Kalka. From Shimla tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Kaza.
The primary mode of transportations to reach Kaza includes the following:
- By air: Nearest airport to Kaza is Bhuntar Airport (or Kullu-Manali Airport). From Manali tourists will have to take a local bus or taxi to reach Kaza.
- By train: Nearest major train station to Kaza is Shimla railway station, which comprises of the famous route Kalka-Shimla toy train route from Kalka. From Shimla tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Kaza.
- By roadways: Private and state buses to Kaza are available from major destinations of India like Shimla and Manali. It is important to know that buses run throughout the year from Shimla, but from Manali buses run only during the summer season.
- By car: Tourists can also take their car to visit Kaza.
Following are some of the main festivals held in Kaza:
- Losar Festival: New Year celebration of Buddhism religion
- Ladarcha Fair is held in August, it was originally a traders fair, but now it one can witness local art, crafts, and traditional performances.
- Dechhang Festival is held in December and includes storytelling, music, feasting, and performs traditional dances.
- Chaam Dance Festivals is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist dance, which is celebrated in different monasteries at various dates.
- Spiti Yatra, held during the summer months wherein the pilgrims take a spiritual journey throughout Spiti Valley, including Kaza.
- Thanksgiving Festivals, held between September-October, after the harvesting season, wherein the locals thanks their deities for the crops.
- Buddhist Monastery Festivals, organized at the different monasteries, at different dates.
Key Monastery, Langza Village, Hikkim Village, Komic Village, Dhankar Monastery, Pin Valley National Park, Chandratal Lake
Common dishes which the tourists in Kaza should try include Thukpa, Momos, Chana Madra, Sidu, Tingmo, Butter Tea (Po Cha), Chang (Barley Beer), Apricot-based Desserts, etc. And the poplar restaurants include Sol Café, The Himalayan Café, Hotel Deyzor Restaurant, Dragon Restaurant, Taste of Spiti, Rangyul Café, Yak Café, etc.
Types of accommodation available in Kaza include hotels, dormitory, guesthouses, lodges and homestays.
Yes, you can easily visit the different places in Kaza with public transportation.
The transportation options available in Kaza include local taxis, rental bikes and scooters. The state buses also run to nearby towns in Himachal Pradesh. Jeep service is also available to popular destinations like Hikkim village, Kalpa, etc.
The primary language of the region is Bhoti, but people also speak Hindi.
The best time to visit Kaza is from May to August and then in October, when the weather is pleasant and favorable. Also, the entry points to Kaza through Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass are open during the mentioned months only. From October end to March Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass remains closed due to heavy snowfall and harsh cold climatic conditions.
Visit Monasteries, Trekking, Visit the Local Remote Villages, Go for wild tour in Pin Valley National Park, Stargazing and Camping, Taste the Local Cuisine, Know about the local Culture, River Rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing, etc.
It is the best holiday destination for solo travelers, group travelers, traveling with friends and family, adventure lovers, spiritual vacation, cultural experience, escape for solitude, etc.