Mountain view house in Himachal Pradesh 175132
Himachal Pradesh 175132· 4.7 · 149 stays
“A luxurious tent stay experience in the lap of high rise mountains. That's the this property for you. I stayed here for one night in one of their luxury tent. The quality of tent was top notch. It was barely affected by strong winds and well insulated from within which gave me a peaceful sleep. The bed was comfortable and the tent had hotel level of ameniti...”
“We only pit-stopped here for a night, but it honestly felt like we made memories of a lifetime. Nestled in the surreal beauty of this property, this property Jispa Camps is one of those rare gems where everything just feels right — the location, the ambience, the hospitality, and oh, the food — all absolutely top-notch! The camp was not just comfortable but...”
“Comfortable, Clean, and Beautiful – A Wonderful Camping Experience at The this property We had a really lovely stay at The this property. The camps were extremely comfortable, well-maintained, and clean — a perfect blend of luxury and the outdoors. The view from the property is stunning, and it added so much charm to the whole experience. The dining area d...”
“Our family holiday was an amazing experience at this property stay. We stayed in a tent, and it was a fantastic way to connect with nature and each other. We enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The staff here is incredibly friendly, attentive and supportive. Their chef makes the most amazing food and is highly willin...”
“Great experience of living with nature and learning the lahual culture. Kudos to the owner Rigzen who maintained the property well. Rooms are cozy, staff is very helpful and make you feel special Food is homely, great on the tummy and great for kids A great stay and must recommend”
Jispa is a key stop in the Lahaul valley, a high-altitude cold desert that opens up after the Atal Tunnel. The landscape here is the main draw.
The Atal Tunnel itself is an engineering marvel. The 9km tunnel bypasses the treacherous Rohtang Pass, providing year-round access between Manali and the Lahaul-Spiti district. The drive through is an experience, emerging into a completely different world of stark, beautiful mountains.
For the adventurous, Jispa is a common halt on the Spiti loop, a classic Himalayan road trip circuit that covers Kaza, the iconic Ki Monastery, and high-altitude villages like Kibber. This route is typically only open from June to October. Note that a permit is required for Indian nationals to cross the checkpost at Sumdo when completing the loop via Kinnaur.
Closer to Manali, on the way to or from Jispa, is the Solang Valley. It’s a hub for adventure sports, depending on the season.
The approach to Lahaul is a journey in itself. Expect slow travel, as most hill roads are single-lane with hairpin bends. A 100km drive can easily take 4-6 hours.
By Air: The nearest airport in the hills is Bhuntar Airport (KUU) in Kullu-Manali. However, flights are limited and weather-dependent. The most reliable and largest airport is Chandigarh (IXC) in the plains, from where you can hire a taxi for the multi-day drive.
By Rail: The nearest major railhead is Chandigarh (CDG). From there, you will need to continue by road.
By Road: Manali is the main gateway to the Lahaul valley. From Manali, you drive through the Atal Tunnel to reach Jispa. This route is now open for most of the year, weather permitting.
The best seasons to visit are from March to June, as the snow melts and summer arrives, and again from September to November, when the skies are clear after the monsoon.
The monsoon months of July and August are best avoided, as heavy rains can cause landslides on the national highways (NH-3 and NH-21) leading to the region. From December to February, the upper reaches of Himachal, including the approach to Lahaul, see heavy snowfall.
