The Doksa

Explore the mountain village of Mane on a guided walk that reveals the everyday life and traditions of Spiti. As you move through narrow paths and clusters of homes, you’ll see examples of traditional architecture shaped by the region’s climate, landscape and long-standing cultural practices.

Along the way, meet local residents and observe daily routines that reflect the character of village life in this high-altitude desert. The walk offers a meaningful introduction to the community, allowing visitors to learn about local customs, livelihoods and the enduring relationship between people and the land in Spiti.

As night settles over the valley, Spiti reveals one of its most remarkable spectacles. Far from city lights, the high-altitude setting offers clear skies where stars, constellations and the Milky Way appear with striking clarity.

Guests can step onto their private patio or gather at designated viewing areas to watch the sky unfold overhead. With the vast Himalayan landscape surrounding you and minimal light pollution, the experience offers a rare opportunity to observe the night sky in its full brilliance. It is a memorable way to spend the evening while discovering the celestial wonders visible above Spiti.

Set out on a cycling route through the valley during the harvest season, when fields of pea and barley transform the landscape into a patchwork of gold and green. This time of year offers a rare opportunity to witness agricultural life in full motion as farmers gather crops across the valley.

Riding along quiet paths and village tracks, the journey brings you close to traditional farming practices that have shaped life in Spiti for generations. Taking place in August and September, the ride offers both a scenic outing and a meaningful glimpse into the seasonal life of the valley.