**Ladakh vs. Spiti – Which One to Choose?** - **Ladakh** 🏔️ - Best for **first-time high-altitude travelers** & those seeking diverse landscapes (lakes, mountains, monasteries). - More tourist infrastructure (hotels, taxis, bike rentals). - Accessible by **flight (Leh airport)** or road (Manali/Srinagar routes). - Highlights: **Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Magnetic Hill, Khardung La.** - **Cost:** ₹25,000-₹50,000 per person for a 7-day trip. - **Spiti** 🏞️ - Best for **offbeat travel & adventure seekers** who enjoy raw, less commercialized landscapes. - Fewer tourists, **quieter & more rugged terrain**. - No direct flights—accessible only by road (via Manali or Shimla). - Highlights: **Key Monastery, Chandra Taal, Hikkim (world’s highest post office), Kaza.** - **Cost:** ₹15,000-₹40,000 per person for a 7-day trip. 👉 **Choose Ladakh for dramatic landscapes & comfort; choose Spiti for an untouched, raw experience!** What’s your travel style? 😊
I’d pick Spiti over Ladakh for April. The weather’s chilly but manageable, around 5-15°C, and the stark beauty of the mountains and monasteries is just unbeatable. Ladakh’s still a bit too cold and less accessible that time of year.