Spiti Valley is set to open for tourists from February 17

Spiti Tourism Society has decided to allow tourists in Spiti Valley from February 17 onwards after being shut down for a year due to the Covid-19 lockdown.

“The valley has been incomplete without tourism this past year and we are very much looking forward to welcoming tourists to our home“, said the statement released by Spiti Tourism society.

Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley located high in the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh. The name “Spiti” means “The middle land”, i.e. the land between Tibet and India.

According to the statement, the tourists who visit Spiti will have to comply with the standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Here Are All The SOPs Travellers Need To Follow:

• Tourists have to ensure that they are carrying a valid RAT/RT-PCR test report, and have taken the test 72-96 hours prior to entering the valley. The tour operator will be held responsible for ensuring this.

• Tourists are prohibited from visiting the Khibber village and wildlife habitat as the village has refused to host anyone during the winter months.

• For individuals who are travelling to Spiti independently, it is essential to take a rapid COVID test at the government hospital.

• Social distancing norms and wearing a mask when outside the hotel/homestay room is mandatory for all.