Activity
Things to do in Sangla
7 sights, walks and activities, 5 of them free.
- Things to do
- 7
- Free
- 5
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Ideal stay
- 3 nights
Things to do in Sangla
Kamru fort and village
Free1–2 hours
A wood-and-stone fort tower above an old Kinnauri village, with a shrine to Kamakhya Devi inside.
Batseri village walk
Free2 hours
A Kinnauri village of wooden houses and apple orchards, with a richly carved wooden temple.
Photo: Harpreetsinghmohali · CC0
Sangla Kanda meadow hike with a local guide
Price on requestHalf day · Season May–Oct
Representative photo · Nikitaparwani · CC BY-SA 4.0
Apple orchard visit in harvest season
Price on request1–2 hours · Season Sep–Oct
Representative photo · UnpetitproleX · CC BY-SA 4.0
Good to know
- Indian citizens need no Inner Line Permit for Sangla or Chitkul; foreigners need an ILP for upper Kinnaur, issued at Reckong Peo.
- BRO is widening the Karcham–Sangla–Chitkul road and NH-5 between Rampur and Reckong Peo; expect 30–60 minute holds.
- Free sights can still charge for parking, shoes or a camera.
Questions
What are the best things to do in Sangla?
Chitkul village and Mathi temple walk; Kamru fort and village; Bering Nag temple; Batseri village walk; Rakchham village and riverside; Sangla Kanda meadow hike with a local guide.
What can you do for free in Sangla?
Chitkul village and Mathi temple walk; Kamru fort and village; Bering Nag temple; Batseri village walk; Rakchham village and riverside.
Can you do adventure activities in Sangla?
Yes: Sangla Kanda meadow hike with a local guide (price on request).
What is the best time to visit Sangla?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid Dec–Feb, Jul–Aug.
How many days do you need in Sangla?
3 nights covers the main sights at an easy pace; from Delhi that fits a long weekend.