Permits

3 guides covering permits, seasons, costs and route detail.

• 6 August 2026 · 3 min read

  Is the Chadar trek running in 2026? No — and here's what happened

  The 2026 Chadar season was suspended in January when the Zanskar failed to freeze. What that means, why it keeps happening, and what to do in Ladakh instead.

• 5 August 2026 · 3 min read

  Spiti Valley permits in 2026: what you actually need

  Indian nationals need no permit for Spiti. Foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit. Here is exactly where to get it and what it covers.

• 3 August 2026 · 3 min read

  Valley of Flowers 2026: opening dates, fees and when the bloom peaks

  The park opened 1 June 2026 and runs to October. Entry is Rs 200 for Indians and Rs 800 for foreign nationals. Peak bloom is mid-July to August.

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