Batal

Batal village is at an altitude of 3960m with two small road side eateries Chacha-Chachi n Kangri Dhaba offering basic Indian meals. Famous Chandratal lake is accessible on foot from Batal. Batal comes under Spiti part of the Lahul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

Bus journey from Manali to Kaza via Rohtang and Kunzum is best to experience the scenic beauty of Spiti valley. Bus service on this route depends on weather conditions. This route is accessible when Rohtang and Kunzum pass opens. Only one Himachal roadways bus runs on this route. 0530hrs it starts from Manali and 10 - 12 hours drive to reach Kaza. Batal is often considered as stop for lunch. High altitude desert landscape with virtually no civilisation is a treat for eyes.

Mighty mountains of Pir Panjal and Spiti ranges dominates the beautiful landscape of Batal. There is an alternate route from Shimla side from Kinmaur valley. One must plan a overnight stay preferably at Reckong Peo before reaching Kaza. And again from Kaza there is only one bus towards Manali of Himachal Roadways via Kunzum and Rohtang pass which leaves Kaza around 0530 hrs. Foreign visitors need inner line permit to travel on this route. Losar is checkpost point while coming from Manali to Kaza. Indians have to carry their valid identity proofs.