If you are fond of high altitude trekking then it's time to set your next journey towards the rough paths of “Little Tibet “.The scenic beauty and the out of the world landscape will stun you every bit with thrilling adventures through your Homestay in Spiti Valley.
This beautiful trek will take you to the remote villages flooded with their hospitable villagers. 1000 years old traditional Buddhist monasteries of these villages are the highest attractions for the trekkers at Spiti.
More about Spiti valley
Let me tell you that Spiti is an isolated valley which is situated at an altitude over 3000 meter above sea level. It was historically a part of Nariss Korssum, a kingdom of Western Tibet.
At Spiti you can find some of the highest motorable villages with struggling lives. The villagers mainly depend on the domestic animals for earning their daily wedges. Rare and endangered species like Snow leopards, Ibix, Tibetan wolves, Blue Sheep are also seen in these villages.
It is also called the “Middle Land”. It has housed some of the centuries' old monasteries like Kye monastery, Tabo monastery, Dhankar monastery and Sherkhang monastery. Homestay in Spiti can take you to the old pages of ancient history.
Spiti is also famous for its Tibetan medicines and Amchis, beautiful lakes, fossils of Laangza village, high range of Himalayas and refreshing river valleys. Do not miss them.
Details of Spiti homestays
You can reach Spiti in many ways. The three best options are Shimla, Kinnaur and Manali.Irrespective of the route you decide, you have to plan your itinerary from Delhi.
Don't worry about your budget when you plan your homestay at Spiti. These trips are available with multiple options and customisable packages to suit the different needs of their customers.
You can plan your Homestay in Spiti Valley with its five main villages namely Dhankar, Laangza, Komic, Lhalung and Demul.The villagers provide their best hospitability through clean and cosy accommodations in their own houses. You can acclimatize with the place better by coping with the Spitian lifestyle.
Some more tips for the trek
When you plan for a trek at Spiti, please do consider some important areas to beat all odd conditions. Following are some…
- Carry only one bag with significant items.
- For water scarcity, you might need to habituate with the concept of dry toilets.
- Load your bag with sufficient wind cheaters as temperature could fluctuate.
- Medically approve yourself as trekking to the high altitudes destinations.
So start your planning for the Homestays in Spiti Himachal Pradesh now.
Martin Wynn
Nguyen An Tra My
