Imagine a pristine blue lake surrounded by scree mountains...
The Moon Lake
Chandratal Lake Camping Guide
Camping Under the Milky Way
Chandratal (Moon Lake) is a crescent-shaped lake located at 4,300 meters.
✦Luxury Swiss Tents
✦Bonfire Nights
✦Stargazing
Recommended Tour
Spiti 4x4 Expedition
8 Days Shimla → Kinnaur → Spiti 5.0
A comfortable 4x4 expedition through the middle land. From high-altitude villages to the majestic Chandratal Lake.
High-altitude Villages
Chandratal Lake
Key Monastery
Essential Guide
Getting There
14km drive from Batal + 1km trek.
Best Time & Weather
Best Months
June to September
Expectations
Extremely cold at night.
Things to Do
- ✦Parikrama of lake
- ✦Night photography
- ✦Spotting wildlife
Frequently Asked Questions
01.Chandratal status early 2026?
Closed till June. Road blocked by snow at Batal.
02.Can we camp by the lake?
No, camping is banned near the banks. Campsites are 2km away.
03.Is there electricity?
No grid power. Camps use solar lights/generators for few hours.
04.Restrooms attached?
Luxury tents have attached toilets. Budget ones have common tents.
05.Mobile network?
Zero. Complete digital detox.
06.Does water freeze?
Yes, bucket water freezes at night even in summer.
07.AMS risk?
High. It's at 14,000ft. Spend a night in Kaza before coming here.