Things to do in Poo, Himachal Pradesh
Pooh, or Poo, also known as Spuwa, is a small town in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India. The approximate population given within a 7 km radius of the town is 1,192.
5 places to visit in and around Poo, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Nako Lake
Nako Lake is a high-altitude lake in the Pooh sub-division of the Kinnaur district of the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. It forms part of the boundary of Nako village and is named after it.
Wikipedia - 2Tashigang, 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 - 3Shipki 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 - 4Reo 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 - 5Gang Chua
Gang Chua is a mountain in India.
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Best time to visit Poo
Best weather: Apr–Oct.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | 0°C | 22 mm |
| Feb | Cold | 1°C | 22 mm |
| Mar | Cold | 6°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 12°C | 15 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 16°C | 22 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 20°C | 51 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 24°C | 105 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 23°C | 112 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 19°C | 54 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 13°C | 6 mm |
| Nov | Cold | 8°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Cold | 3°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (2,262 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Poo
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 170 km away.
- Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 136 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Poo costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 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 Poo is not included.
Compare Poo with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poo | – | Apr–Oct | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Chitkul | 48 km | Jun–Sep | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kaza | 70 km | Jun–Aug | 10 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Yamunotri | 85 km | easiest Jun, Sep | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kibber | 83 km | Jul–Aug | 12 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Poo; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Poo?
The best known are Nako Lake, Tashigang, Himachal Pradesh, Shipki La, Reo Purgyil, Gang Chua.
When is the best time to visit Poo?
Best weather: Apr–Oct.
How do I reach Poo?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 170 km away. Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 136 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Poo cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 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 Poo is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.