Manali to Spiti via Kunzum: Complete Driving Guide
Segment-by-segment breakdown of the 200 km high-altitude route — road quality, fuel, water crossings.
Go2Himachal Editorial25 May 202510 min read
The Manali-Kaza road via Atal Tunnel and Kunzum La (4,551m) is drivable June-October only.
Segment 1: Manali → Chhatru (75 km)
Excellent tarmac via Atal Tunnel. 2 hours. Fuel at Sissu (last certain BPCL).
Segment 2: Chhatru → Batal (45 km)
Broken road, 3 water crossings, boulders. 3-4 hours. Only Innova/4x4.
Segment 3: Batal → Kunzum La → Losar (35 km)
Steep ascent to 4,551m. Cross before 2 PM (weather worsens). Tarmac from Losar onwards.
Segment 4: Losar → Kaza (55 km)
Good tarmac. 2 hours. Petrol available at Kaza (only pump in Spiti).
Fuel strategy
Fill tank + carry 20L jerry can from Manali. Next pump is Kaza — 200 km away.
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