Ultimate Guide to visit Spiti Valley in WINTERS - Why & How

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Hey! I WROTE A BOOK. Yes, and you can read it now. It's available worldwide. Read 'Baatein Beyond Borders' - linktr.ee/antarik ☺❤

[@MrVs003]

Hands down the best spiti guide on youtube right now. Well done, Antarik!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Haha..thanks Venky :D

[@rutujarathodsays]

Agreed!

[@rutujarathodsays]

@@AntarikAnwesan hey Antarik.. Is it possible to visit Spiti Valley in next 15 days? We're planning a road trip by a 2x2 SUV to kashmir and onto Manali, Spiti, Rishikesh & downward. Would it be possible to visit spiti around 1st week of December?

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Hey Rutuja, Spiti has now been completely closed to tourists till March 2021. So no visits possible anymore until April.

[@RohitRajpal]

I was totally hooked till the end. Very well put.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks Rohit! :)

[@DrinkingWithDebu]

Excellent. That one word is enough. At 91 with acute cardiac problems probably out of bounds for me but just returned from Lahaul which was a snowscape from summits to river beds parts of which were frozen due to rather too early and very heavy snowfall. Only 4/4 vehicles were allowed beyond Solang. Having widely traveled in alpine Europe Norway fjords usa mountains etc can say nowhere I saw such awesome views. Carried oxygen cans but surprisingly didn't need it at 12000 ft. With 7/8 layers didn't feel any chill in subzero temperature either. What I needed was self belief that nothing was going to happen to me and that I had in full measure. Went without consulting my cardiologist and when told him on return he said some external forces must have helped u. Why I wrote about myself is that with self belief one can undertake seemingly impossible tasks such as visiting Spiti in winter. I am getting tempted after watching this superb video which prepares u adequately to venture such a trip. I don't own a car any longer so have to convince my son who has a 4/4 and is an adventure traveller. If I am alive till March 23 !

[@spardhapandey1044]

Another detailed video that gave me travel goals. Thanks!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks Spardha :)

[@girizh11]

Oh man! We are planning to go there in Feb 2022. This is an amazing video and much much needed. Appreciate for the detailed insights. I am from Bangalore, never seen snow for real, never experienced cold below 10-15 degrees. So, I am fearing and obviously madly excited. MADLY! Pray for my well-being there, KZbin viewers :) I love to be with the local so I will learn some bit of the language. Want to just make this experience of life! Thank you brother!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Have fun! You will have a great time :)

[@travelerJay1]

Sir Feb 2022 main spiti velly tak road open tha keya??? I am planning to going kaza & spiti to this year 10Feb.. Please tell me to help

[@T3VlogsbyShameerThoppil]

thats some properly narrated hell loads of information....superb brother

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you liked it!

[@vishwanathgiri]

One of the genuine guy on traveling. like your attitude. will hope your channel grows and you provide enough information to the people's who are visiting new places just by getting inspired by watching your videos.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you so much :)

[@amitabhdash8683]

You should do this for all other places you have visited as well. Super helpful.. #alwaysawesome ✌🏻

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Will probably do. Thanks Amitabh

[@jec_ecart]

Very good explanation. I wonder why this channel is not famous yet.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you so much! Do share with your friends and if they like they can subscribe :)

[@SnehaOnEscape]

Thank you for this video. I'm going Spiti in March and can't wait for the experience. Your tips will definitely help.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful :)

[@AreebAhmed--]

I wonder if this trip was cancelled due to corona

[@SnehaOnEscape]

@@AreebAhmed-- luckily it wasn't. Though things started becoming crazy once I was back home.

[@AreebAhmed--]

@@SnehaOnEscape that's great i was thinking to go last month but cancelled after watching this video. Considering the current scenario it will be hard to maintain sanitization norms with so many difficulties. Although i'm glad u made it

[@saurabhsawant7763]

I am travelling with spiti holiday adventure from 19th Jan to 25th to spiti valley. Glad i saw your video. Keep up the good work bro! Cheers!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks! Have a superb trip & say hello to Ramesh ji/Sonam ji :)

[@prudhviraj6416]

Hands down the best vlog i came across about spiti in winters .... Great job buddy ❤️

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful Prudhvi

[@sanjayraina6662]

Its one of the amazing guide i have ever seen on any trip

[@rohanadhvaryu]

Superbly demonstrated the thing I want to know. Thank you buddy, you made it great.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful :)

[@zubairansari4570]

Hey ! Nice Video Bro..i guess we were in Spiti Valley at the same time in Mid March,the landslide part that u have shown was just ahead of Spello village n it took good 7...8 hrs to get accessible...if i m guessing correctly u were a part of the 2 mini bus group that got strucked in the landslide (road widening blast) that got a way too much more than expected by the BRO coz of the geographical structure. Awaiting your reply.👍

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Hahaha..yes!!

[@arpitdadheech]

Wow the best video on KZbin for winter spiti trip. Thanks for making this. ✨✨

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you liked it! Do check out the vlogs of the series as well :)

[@akshxtpatel]

Is bar to may me bhi snowfall hui. Me 1 may ko gya tha tab heavy snowfall hua tha bohot -16°C tha din me

[@redcenterau]

Watching this video right here at a homestay in Dudhli (near Shimla). Gonna be mighty useful for the next few days as we're still planning our Spiti trip. Hehehe. Thanks, mate. Will update when we're done. Cheers!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Have fun :)

[@JasonBourneOO7]

This is probably the most helpful spiti guide I’ve come across! And it would be really helpful to understand the region, route and terrain if you could provide a detailed map of the route and the locations!

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Just search for ‘spiti circuit’ and you should easily be able to get a detailed route map :)

[@JasonBourneOO7]

@@AntarikAnwesan Oh! Right, Thank you!

[@kanwarlal1848]

I want to know about spiti valley

[@sharadut]

Great video journal of the trip. I just did this circuit (Mid December 2021) with a very old friend of mine and the experience was awesome. The only difference was the presence (or absence) of snow on the roads. Everything else I could easily relate to. P.S. I saw this video AFTER our trip

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Sounds great!

[@arunathetraveljogan]

I'm going Spiti next month, your video is very very informative and helpful

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@manas1486]

Nicely done video. Covers everything. Thanks for sharing

[@shubhambagul5660]

Wow such a detailed video.. we are planning to go there in December 2022. Can you suggest me tour guide with good package

[@DOONAISTKAMAL]

I was getting married in may and wanted to go spiti for honeymoon,but due to lockdown now I am getting married in november can i go there in nov.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

As of now entry to Spiti Valley is closed till 31st Oct. If it opens, you can go.

[@hemangsuratwala4011]

Thanks for a very valuable information on Spiti Valley ... Thanks

[@sweetsoniya7654]

My choice is Summers.. To go spit valley 😁😁😁😁😁 and thank you for guiding us!

[@shruthigurukar]

So informative!! Thanks man

[@meetmehta9820]

Usually I don't write comments but , Amazing information. We are going in December and found this video very helpful. Thanks Om Ma Ni Padme Hum

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad it was helpful! Have a great trip Meet :)

[@subhamitadas1787]

Winter me homestay ka address keya ap denge total spiti me jahan jahan ap stay Kiy

[@parthasart]

Very Well Informed

[@jade7945]

hey , m going on 25,m scared that the bus wud skid , wht do i do ? hv paid full amount of the trip wht do u suggest

[@kallolsamanta421]

What about the cost? Starting from Shimla and come back to Shimla?

[@DivyanshuDubey]

Saw a vlog of Summers, I was be like I need to be there! Then saw this vlog... white snow everywhere! LOL! Can't do solo in winters! 😅

[@jec_ecart]

Will it be safe to visit spiti in November or December using xuv FWD car? Or is it impossible without 4x4?

[@AntarikAnwesan]

I did see some locals driving even an Alto and 800. But as tourists who aren’t aware of those roads, it’s better to be safe. I’m no automobile expert though, but those roads are really bad and narrow at places. As long as there is no sudden snowfall that blocks the roads, any month should be fine :)

[@ansariasif2719]

Brother your video is truely awesome... can you pls tell me that hash is available in kaza or recongpeo in summer ..pls reply

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Lol. I have no clue!

[@ansariasif2719]

Okie brother

[@DushyantJoshi]

Thank you brother for the information. Its a complete guide.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad it helped :)

[@Iamsawanchal]

Loved every minute of this video.

[@asifm720]

the most informative...the best itinery👏great work bro🙌

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mujtabahasan1811]

Listening to u was a good experience for me. As, I am planning a trip to spiti this winter

[@rahulpunjabi4570]

Very very very useful video!! Explained in every details! 👍👍👍

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NarayanGill3831]

Can we visit in December end by bike please suggest

[@travelerJay1]

Kaza & spiti vly can access in February..?

[@RakeshKumarDuan92]

Wow!!! Awesome video!!! And you're so eloquent!!!😀😀😀

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Hahaha..thanks bro

[@AAABrightAcademyOnlineClasses]

is 4x2 fortuner good for trip

[@sagarprasad5205]

4x4 only

[@sailaanifoodie3741]

Very informative video....keep up the good work.

[@chayanikaporel3858]

Very informative vlog, planning to go this March,totally helpful.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you. Have a good trip :)

[@sagarkundhadia5241]

This was very helpful. Thanks buddy 😁

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful Sagar

[@AbhishekSingh-zm4dh]

I am planning for 23rd-29th Jan 2022

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Guys I hope you find this video useful. Please do share it with your friends who might be planning a trip to Spiti Valley. Also, do subscribe to my channel for more fun and informative travel videos every week. Thank you 😊 Links to topics covered in this video: 01:04 What is Spiti Valley & Where is it located 02:27 Why I visited Spiti in Winters 03:16 Why you should go to Spiti in Winters 06:13 Why you should NOT go to Spiti in Winters 11:06 How to prepare and what to pack 12:49 Acute Mountain Sickness AMS 15:04 Suggested Winter Spiti Itinerary 16:55 How to go to Spiti in Winters Also everyone asking if Oct/Nov/Dec/Jan/Feb/Mar is okay to go to Spiti, here's a common answer- If the road is open, yes you can go. You will need to check at the particular time. It completely depends on snowfall. Link to watch my Winter Spiti vlogs (Detailed episodes): kzbin.info/aero/PLaJdH0Cwgz-y6MYShPybgngePLX3tBr8C

[@maneeshgk]

Hi, is it possible to go Manali to spiti in November

[@AntarikAnwesan]

As long as the road is open, yes. You will have to check at that time. Completely depends on snowfall.

[@bhupendrachaudhari2626]

Hi Antarik, is it okay to go in December end?

[@rishabhaggarwal1738]

Can you share contacts of the homestays you stayed in?

[@ShauryaMishraa]

Can I go to spiti in January ?

[@bhavikleuva6105]

Superb video! Thanks for the valuable information

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful :)

[@redcenterau]

Sooo... here's my update: From Shimla, made it to Kalpa and then turned back: too much black ice on the road and I had no experience driving in those conditions plus only a few hundred KMs driving in India. On the other side, made it to Jalori Pass and was advised to turn back just before the steep downhill section began (I think it was near the Mahakali temple). All in all, it was great fun! 👍🤟🗻 Everybody else watching this video... take his advice: if you are driving by yourself, you better be really good at driving in tricky and slippery conditions. Driving on black ice is fun but very dangerous if you are a rookie! ✌ Take care 😉

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks for the update. I'm sure people will find this useful :)

[@saurabhsingh6493]

The vlog was really helpful, can you provide information about the homestays and how much they charge. Also altimeter app you used @13:40?

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks Saurabh. The homestays cost anywhere between ₹500-1500 depending on what kind of room you choose. A double occupancy is around ₹1000 with dinner and breakfast. The altimeter app is inbuilt in iphones.

[@prateeklakhani2468]

Very helpful. Thanks a ton!

[@jasminisahoo1127]

Very interesting, comfortable journey for young travellers only

[@AntarikAnwesan]

I think it's good enough for anyone willing to brave the cold and bad terrain roads :D

[@epipnagro]

Super video bro. Is there a summer spiti by you .. I m sure u will give a amazing review

[@docomococomo]

Can you pls give a rough idea regarding the cost of hiring SUV car from shimla to kaza to shimla per day basis?

[@Untravelled03]

Beautifully Explained..

[@nitu761]

Awesome details man

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you think so! :)

[@avinavsingh4409]

Can we go with bike rental in Spiti in winters ❤

[@nayanbhadra408]

Whats the best place in spiti where i dont have to walk top much for a home stay and also enjoy nearby places. Going through knee injury.

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Hi Nayan, almost at all the places where you will stay- be it Kaza or Tabo- there are several stay options where you require minimal walk.

[@akshat3701]

Superb video 👌 Very informative It's like I can guide someone now🧐 👌

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful :)

[@ridewith007]

Really informative video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@automobileenthusiast2265]

Best video for spoti

[@unbeatablesui345]

Dada dec mai winter spiti valley ja sakte hai?? 5days ka ek plan kar dijiye..2+2 - 4 days jane or ane mai lag jeaga train se

[@bhalchandrawakchaure377]

Very good information 🙏

[@kritishakya3512]

Amazing man. Thanks

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad you found it useful

[@ankurshrivastava1316]

Quite helpful thanks!!👍

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Glad to hear that!

[@gtvlogs893]

Bro.. very clear explanation 👍 Thank You 😊

[@bedantakumargogoi2801]

Hi, I'm planning to visit in the month of February,will it be suitable?

[@roopsinghbhati7579]

How about going via bike?

[@tanam4159]

Really enjoyed your video..👍👍

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thanks 👍

[@AKASHDAS-qo2zo]

Is it possible in december??

[@ashima01]

Brilliant video. Extremely useful . Do you have any trips towards Kinnaur or Spiti again this year in winters I can join . I can’t manage a group as yet 😩

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you Ashima. I don't organise group trips; you will need to book with some travel agency for that :)

[@amitmayor4198]

Can we make trip on February for spiti valley

[@yashkamra7701]

Can we go to spiti in the month of December

[@divyadarshan1395]

Can i go on bike in march

[@theardentwardhekar6834]

Awesome vlog

[@chheringdorje2481]

Welcome to Spiti again bro

[@saahilkhan8180]

Spiti in dec .... possible ? And that too with a bike???

[@roadruners1972]

It is advisable to go to spiti on motorcycle inbetween Dec, to o Jan please reply,,,,,👍🙏

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Honestly, no. In addition to the bad condition of the roads, there is the added danger of frozen ice on roads. So unless one knows those roads well, I wouldn't recommend self-drive either in bikes or cars.

[@sarbajitbhatacharya1508]

Nice one. ....what about the network??

[@VivekSharma-pn7fm]

Can we go on bikes in late December ??

[@kurodesuuuu]

I want to reach Key monastery this winter and stay there for 2 weeks, using public transport only... I have no idea how realistic the plan is. . What are the probabilities of finding a shared cab or hitchhiking from Kaza?

[@AntarikAnwesan]

It shouldn’t be very difficult. The distance isn’t much from Kaza to Key. And there is a constant increase in the number of tourists. So pretty sure you will find a way to go. All the best!

[@kurodesuuuu]

@@AntarikAnwesan thanks bro! Did you meet any tourists staying at the monastery? I read somewhere they only allow staying for 2 days, so I'm confuaeo

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Didn’t meet anyone staying at the monastery. But then we probably saw a total of 5-6 tourists in all of Spiti during our trip. 😄

[@kurodesuuuu]

@@AntarikAnwesan lol, that's the thing with Himalayan trips- too few people I'm just kind of worried what I'll do if i don't a ride at kaza

[@abhijeetOmYadav]

The way you explain is awesome man.... Just one question....how can I get in touch with spiti holiday adventure...

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you. You can check their website :)

[@Shubh00000]

What about going there now in November last or December starting????

[@Shubh00000]

Is time kitna khula hota hai?

[@jaychaurasia4993]

Do you suggest to go in December end ?

[@abhishekkumargupta4533]

Bhai dec me open hota h kya...???

[@suchitasingh123]

Nice dude, very informative video 👏👏❣️

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Thank you 🙌

[@SumanNayakk]

In bike possible??

[@rohalkardile6529]

Oct me kya seen rahta he ...?

[@nipungupta3058]

Can i go in october like in last week of october

[@tutoredslice871]

Im going to spiti this summer, I will walk from kaza to langza, is it okay?

[@souviksarkar3017]

November may kaisa weather rahega?¿???

[@shaktipunj6627]

Very informative bro !! Can you tell me can I go spiti in March end with bike possibility from Manali or Shimla ? I want to go in winter when should I go earliest to see

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Manali route is unlikely to be open. Bike is possible, but be careful of slippery roads and keep yourself updated with the weather.

[@shaktipunj6627]

@@AntarikAnwesan I am going from Manali - jibri- chutkul - kaza route just thinking will I get time for photography and drone as it's gonna be bike ride everyday .. what would you suggest..

[@lionking99699]

any idea if we can go to spiti in november (by bike) ? we are planning for this year. we need snow on the road though😂, so will there be enough snow

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Unlikely that there will be much snow in November. If you want snow, I would recommend Feb/Mar

[@ridewith007]

6.jan .21..ghanti baja diya...hope I will learn , that I want to learn from you..👍🏻👍🏻

[@Vishal-ASO]

Planning to visit spiti in mid October. Is it right time to come spiti?

[@romilnegi5372]

Can i ride to spiti this year with my group ( we are going in feb end) Is it fine to go there in this condition in bike

[@AntarikAnwesan]

I don’t know bhai. You will have to check the weather conditions and how much snow there is and decide accordingly :)

[@vijayataksande]

About to visit, you scared the sh** out of me on some points but it was very helpful, thanks! 🤘

[@AntarikAnwesan]

Haha, have a fun trip :)