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Kunzum Pass

High-altitude pass connecting Lahaul and Spiti, open only when conditions allow.

Photo: In Transit · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — The story

The story

A ring of mountains marks the gateway between Lahaul and the Spiti cold desert.

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02 — About

About Kunzum Pass

Coming soon

We’re still writing about Kunzum Pass: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best months
Usually June–October, road dependent
Best season
Short summer window
Time of day
Travel in daylight
Crowds
Moderate in season

Time and effort

Moderate road adventure

Time needed
1–3 hours for stop; longer with route travel

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
No general sightseeing fee; road restrictions may apply.
Parking
Very limited stopping space; park only safely.
Permits
Check official road status and any local restrictions.

On the ground

Local food
Packed food, simple dhaba meals when open

Stay safe

Snow, ice, altitude and landslides; never assume pass is open.

Where it is

Lahaul & Spiti, Himachal Pradesh

32.39° N 77.64° E