Things to do in Nako, Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh
Nako in Spiti river valley is a village in the Himalayas of northern India, located close to the India-China border in the Trans-Himalayan region of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh. Nako Lake is a prominent feature here where it borders the village.
6 places to visit in and around Nako, Himachal Pradesh, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Reo Purgyil
Reo Purgyil, and its shorter twin known as Leo Pargial or Leo Pargil, are twin mountain peaks at the southern end of the Zanskar Range in the Western Himalaya located on the border between Himachal Pradesh, India and Tibet, China.
Wikipedia - 2Shipki La
Shipki La is a mountain pass and border post with a dozen buildings of significant size on the Indo-China border. The river Sutlej, which is called Langqên Zangbo in Tibet, enters India near this pass.
Wikipedia - 3Tashigang, Himachal Pradesh
Tashigang is a village near an ancient monastery in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India, at a staggering altitude of 15,256 feet above msl. It is a settlement in Kinnaur and is located in the Sutlej river valley near the India-Tibet border.
Wikipedia - 4Nako viewpoint
- 5prayer wheel
- 6Tibet viewpoint
Best time to visit Nako, Himachal Pradesh
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
- Jan-15°CCold
- Feb-14°CCold
- Mar-9°CCold
- Apr-3°CCold
- May1°CCold
- Jun5°CCold
- Jul9°CCold, Best months
- Aug8°CCold, Best months
- Sep4°CCold
- Oct-2°CCold
- Nov-7°CCold
- Dec-12°CCold
ColdBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | -15°C | 22 mm |
| Feb | Cold | -14°C | 22 mm |
| Mar | Cold | -9°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Cold | -3°C | 15 mm |
| May | Cold | 1°C | 22 mm |
| Jun | Cold | 5°C | 51 mm |
| Jul | Cold | 9°C | 105 mm |
| Aug | Cold | 8°C | 112 mm |
| Sep | Cold | 4°C | 54 mm |
| Oct | Cold | -2°C | 6 mm |
| Nov | Cold | -7°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Cold | -12°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Nako, Himachal Pradesh
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 183 km away.
- Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 139 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Nako, Himachal Pradesh costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Nako, Himachal Pradesh is not included.
Compare Nako, Himachal Pradesh with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nako, Himachal Pradesh | – | easiest Jul–Aug | 6 |
| Chitkul | 62 km | Jun–Sep | 5 |
| Sangla | 61 km | easiest Jul–Aug | 6 |
| Kaza | 65 km | Jun–Aug | 10 |
Distances in a straight line from Nako, Himachal Pradesh; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Nako, Himachal Pradesh?
The best known are Reo Purgyil, Shipki La, Tashigang, Himachal Pradesh, Nako viewpoint, prayer wheel.
When is the best time to visit Nako, Himachal Pradesh?
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
How do I reach Nako, Himachal Pradesh?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 183 km away. Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 139 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Nako, Himachal Pradesh cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Nako, Himachal Pradesh is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.