— Packing Guide
Pack for
the season.
Chamba's weather swings hard — snow in February, wildflowers in May, mist in July, Bortle-2 skies in October. Pick your season below.
Mar – Jun
Spring
Apricot blossom, trails reopen, day-warm and night-cold.
- 01Light fleece or down vest
- 022–3 full-sleeve cottons
- 03Walking shoes (broken-in)
- 04Sunglasses & sunscreen SPF 50
- 05Cap or hat
- 06Light shawl for evenings
- 07Reusable water bottle
- 08Camera with spare battery
- 09Small backpack for trail days
— Always
Carry in every season.
- Photo ID (Aadhaar / passport)
- Personal medicines + basic kit
- Reusable water bottle (no plastic in villages)
- Cash — ATMs only in Chamba town
- Quick-dry travel towel
- A small gift for host families (chocolates, dry fruits)
- Modest clothes for temple visits
- Hand sanitiser & wet wipes