Destination Guides·24 min read
Chandratal Lake 2026: A Kinnauri Guide to the Eastern Approach
Chandratal opens late May to mid-June 2026. Lakeside camping is banned, the lake is a Ramsar wetland. Swiss tents Rs 1,200 to 2,500. The Kaza side via Kunzum beats a Manali day trip on every count except distance from Delhi.
Ajay Negi·5/2/2026