Nako is a stark, cold-desert village at 3,660 m with a small alpine lake in the middle. Inner-line permit required (issued in 30 min at Reckong Peo). Base stop between Kalpa and Tabo. 1,000-year-old monastery and a completely different landscape from lower Kinnaur.
"Cold desert, Buddhist, silent. Very few Indian tourists."
Nearest road-head: Nako village (motorable). Cheapest one-way taxi is ₹3,300 from Kasol (193 km).
| From | Distance | Time | Sedan | SUV | Innova | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasol | 193 km | 7 hrs | ₹3,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,100 | Route |
| Manali | 219 km | 8 hrs | ₹3,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,700 | Route |
| Kullu | 223 km | 8 hrs | ₹3,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,900 | Route |
| Mandi | 251 km | 9 hrs | ₹4,300 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,700 | Route |
| Shimla | 253 km | 9 hrs | ₹4,300 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,700 | Route |
| Chandigarh | 337 km | 12 hrs | ₹6,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹9,600 | Route |
| Dharamshala | 342 km | 12 hrs | ₹6,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹9,800 | Route |
| Delhi | 602 km | 22 hrs | ₹11,200 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,400 | Route |