Inner Space Adventures

Total Trip = 616 km*Total Carbon = 0.3 ton*Your Trip = 0 Carbon

Disconnect from the world and reconnect with the self on a Spiritual Sojourn in Spiti

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Highlights

A journey of Spiritual Immersion and Personal Discovery, that takes one deep into the inner workings of the mind. This journey is as much a journey to Spiti as it is a journey within. 

Travelling through Spiti is like travelling back in time to a life without gadgets and technology. Find this space to think, reflect, just be, and re-discover yourself. 

  • Experience life in a Traditional Tibetan Monastery in the Majestic Himalayan Mountains along the India-Tibet Border
  • Engage in Basic Teachings of Tibetan (Vajrayāna) Buddhism with native scholars and explore new perspectives encouraging personal growth
  • Gain a privileged insider’s perspective of the cultural, spiritual and geographical treasures of Spiti
  • Be involved in group discussions and reflections, which will help to expose you to new perspectives, challenge opinions and share new ideas

Come with an open heart and an open mind – for this journey can become one of your most memorable and transformative, enabling you to discover the very essence of life.

Route

Manali – Kaza – Kee - Langza - Hikkim - Komic - Kawang – Dhankhar – Tabo – Kibber - Chicham - Chandratal – Manali

Day 1Manali to Kaza
Day 2Kaza to Kee to Langza to Hikkim to Komic to Kaza
Day 3Kaza to Kawang
Day 4Kawang
Day 5Kawang
Day 6Kawang to Dhankar to Tabo to Kaza
Day 7Kaza to Kibber to Chicham to Chandratal to Manali

Hotel

8 to 10 hrs

0

183 km

3800mt/ 12467ft

None


Day 1Manali to Kaza

  • Drive through the famous Atal tunnel that divides Kullu from the Lahaul Valley.
  • Traverse through the beautiful Chandra River Valley.
  • Cross the magical Kunzum Pass (4551mt/14931ft) and visit the Buddhist shrine.
  • Stunning views of the Chandrabagha Mountain Ranges.

Hotel

3 to 4 hrs

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46 km

3800mt/ 12467ft

None


Day 2Kaza to Kee to Langza to Hikkim to Komic to Kaza

  • The iconic Kee Monastery which belongs to the Gelukpa sect of Tibetan Budhhism.
  • Komic – the World’s Highest Village and the ancient Komic Monastery.
  • Hikkim – the World’s Highest Post Office – send postcards to your loved ones back home.
  • Picture perfect Langza Village – famous for its Buddha Statue and mud craft.

 

Homestay

30 min

0

8 km

3800mt/ 12467ft

Lunch Dinner


Day 3Kaza to Kawang

  • Stay at Kawang, a quaint village with just 5 houses
  • Sessions with teachers on basic Buddhist concepts and practices

Homestay

0

0

0

3800mt/ 12467ft

Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 4Kawang

  • Opportunities to understand Buddhist philosophy and Tibetan Buddhist practices
  • An inner immersion while we experience life in the village and at the nunnery.

To the serene Dhankar Lake- take the road less travelled

Homestay

0

0

0

3800mt/ 12467ft

Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 5Kawang

  • A short silent retreat to take us deeper within and to experience how it feels to silence our body and mind for 1 day.
  • It is common practice for monks and nuns to undertake serious retreats extending over 3 years!

Hotel

4 to 5 hrs

2 to 3 hrs (optional)

114 km

3800mt/ 12467ft

Breakfast


Day 6Kawang to Dhankar to Tabo to Kaza

  • Dhankhar – the erstwhile capital of Spiti
  • Travel back in time at the ancient Dhankar Monastery & Fort
  • Tabo and its over 1000-year-old monastery – popularly referred to as the Ajanta of the Himalayas.
  • Visit to the mystical meditation caves

None

10 to 12 hrs

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209 km

2050mt/ 6725 ft

None


Day 7Kaza to Kibber to Chicham to Chandratal to Manali

  • Drive over the Chicham Bridge – highest bridge in Asia.
  • The picturesque Chandratal – Lake of the Moon Goddess

INCLUDES:
  • All accommodation Day 1 to Day 6 on a sharing basis
  • Guide Day 2 to Day 6
  • All Meals – Day 3 lunch to Day 6 breakfast Meals left open on the rest of the days to enable greater flexibility on meal options and places to eat. 
  • Transfers Day 1 to Day 7
  • Monastery fees while in Spiti
  • I Love Spiti Bottle
  • First aid kit
EXCLUDES:
  • GST @ 5%
  • Mineral water and beverages (other than those provided)
  • Tips & Insurance 
  • Visa & Inner Line Permit (For Foreign Nationals only)
  • Expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances, road blocks  or medical emergencies
  • (*) activities entail an additional charge

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    Short but culturally-vibrant experiences that are windows to Spitian life.
    Enjoy these experiences as stand-alone programs or add them onto an existing Ecosphere trip.

    Cook Like as Local

    Work with our expert local chefs and learn how to cook mouth-watering Spitian delicacies.

    • January To December
    • 2 To 3 Hours
    • INR 550*pp*
    Cook Like as Local
    • January To December
    • 2 To 3 Hours
    • 550*pp
    Folk Expressions

    Keen on a rhythmic and melodic participation in Spitian social life? Join in for a magical evening of folk songs and dance.

    • May to October
    • 1 Hours
    • INR 9000*pp*
    Folk Expressions
    • May to October
    • 1 Hours
    • 9000*pp
    Bhuchen Performance

    Prepare to be transported at a mystical tantric performance by the Bhuchens. Unique to the Spiti Valley, these minstrel lamas perform Buddhist tantric dances to drive evil spirits away

    • May to October
    • 1 To 2 Hours
    • INR 15000*
    Bhuchen Performance
    • May to October
    • 1 To 2 Hours
    • 15000
    Throw a Pot!

    Get your hands dirty and learn the art of Pottery with the last-surviving potter in Langza village. Make your own Spiti Souvenir or a fossil replica!

    • May to October
    • 1 Hour to Full Day
    • INR 600 to 2000 pp*
    Throw a Pot!
    • May to October
    • 1 Hour to Full Day
    • 600 to 2000 pp
    Mountain Biking

    Hop on a mountain bike for an unforgettable ride through surreal Spitian landscapes! Cycle down at your own pace from Komic - the highest village in the World, or between Kaza and the iconic Kee Monastery

    • May to October
    • 1 Day
    • INR 550*pp*
    Mountain Biking
    • May to October
    • 1 Day
    • 550*pp
    Yak-Back Safari

    Not up for trekking. Travel through Spiti the traditional way on the back of a Yak!

    • May to October
    • 2 to 5 Hours
    • INR 2000 pp (min 2 persons) *
    Yak-Back Safari
    • May to October
    • 2 to 5 Hours
    • 2000 pp (min 2 persons)
    Spin Yak Rope

    Make and take back your own souvenir from Spiti. Learn the art of spinning yak wool and twine it into a yak rope.

    • January to December
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • INR 550*
    Spin Yak Rope
    • January to December
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • 550
    Say Yak Cheese!

    Discover traditional ways of churning butter, ghee, and cheese. Go back with a ton of learning and mouthfuls of Spiti’s unique Yak Cheese

    • May to October
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • INR 550*
    Say Yak Cheese!
    • May to October
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • 550
    Session with Amchi

    Have your pulse read and get an insight into your internal health on a one-on-one session with the local Amchi (traditional Spiti doctor)! 

    • May to October
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • INR 600*
    Session with Amchi
    • May to October
    • 30 Mins to 1 Hour
    • 600
    Nun for a Day

    Experience a day in the life of a Buddhist Nun. Hear their fascination stories, join their daily prayer sessions and discover your inner peace.

    • May to October
    • 1 Day
    • INR 2500*
    Nun for a Day
    • May to October
    • 1 Day
    • 2500
    Why a LOCAL GUIDE ? Window to Spiti

    Your guide is your window to Spiti. Would you like to visit Spiti in a way that you develop a relationship with the place and its people – memories that will last forever ?

    Our guides are local and apart from being amazing fun, they are a storehouse of information and stories about Spiti. They are very knowledgeable about the culture, trained as naturalists and in mountaineering and first aid. Given the remoteness of the region, believe us when we say you will know Spiti better because of them.

    I Love Spiti Drink and Drive Change!

    Potable drinking water is always a concern wherever we travel, as a result we end up buying bottled water and leave behind lots of trash.

    Ecosphere requests you to reduce your plastic footprint by carrying your own Water bottle that you can refill with filtered water. Most hotels have filters and we have set up water filter stations at various key locations in Spiti.

    NO ONE KNOWS SPITI LIKE US

    We are local and we are passionate. With us you will experience the hidden gems of Spiti like an insider.

    GOOD KARMA

    What you pay for your trip goes directly towards creating local livelihoods and supporting various development & conservation projects in Spiti.

    YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDS

    Your safety is our utmost priority. We ensure our trips and staff follow highest safety standards and protocols. Our guides are all first aid trained and air ambulance services are just a call away.

    WE CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

    Traveling with us means you leave ZERO carbon footprint – all your emissions + more is offset by our award winning solar projects. We provide you reusable water bottles to ensure you don’t need to buy bottled water.

    AWARDED & FEATURED

    Internationally recognized as a leader in responsible travel and recommended by leading travel guides, magazines and blogs.

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