Please Note - NO NETWORK, NO ROADS, NO FUEL STATION, NO MAJOR FOOD JOINTS, NO AS SUCH FIRST ADD HELP & NO PROBLEM - JUST ENJOY......
Experience the thrill of riding from Manali to Kaza Via Chandratal in this exciting episode of our bike trip series. From the scenic beauty of Manali to the rugged terrain of Batal & Chandratal join us as we document our Delhi to Spiti Valley road trip adventure in 2024. Don't miss out on the excitement and challenges of this epic journey!
Please remember the below points before Crossing through this Extremely tough Terrain.
1. No Network area beyond Koksar Till Losar or Chicham so call to your family friends before these points.
2. Always Carry Sufficient Cash.
3. Start Early so the Water level in the Water crossings would be lower as compared to the afternoon time.
4. Wear a Good Waterproof & a warm pair of shoes
5. Refrain from driving a Car or Bike in the Corner of the road to avoid any breakdown.
6. Carry Sufficient Fuel from Manali as the Next petrol pump is in Kaza.
7. in any emergency you will get fuel at Batal in high prices (approx 140 to 160 INR/Liter) which is few kms from Chadratal and Kunzum pass.
8. Try to book Accommodation at Chandratal in advance to avoid any last minute hassle or to carry your own tent.
9. Carry Sufficient Food /Supplements like Dry fruits, Chocolates, Energel/ORS etc.
10. Essential spare parts of the vehicle along with a Punture kit and a Good tyre Inflator.
11. Carry essential Medicines given Below
Altitude Sickness
Diamox - ( to prevent symptoms of AMS. 125 mg to 500 mg a day depending on severity. 12. or 24 hourly until return to safe altitude)
Dexamethasone - ( to prevent symptoms of HACE. 4 mg to 8 mg depending on severity. DESCEND. DO NOT CLIMB )
Nifidipine - ( to prevent symptoms of HAPE. 4 mg to 8 mg depending on severity. DESCEND. DO NOT CLIMB )
OXY METRE & PORTABLE OXYGEN CYLINDER
General
Dolo 650 - ( Fever / High Fever )
Combliflam - ( Fever + Reduce Muscle Pain )
Zintac/Aciloc/Rantac/ Omez ( Acidity)
Allegra ( Allergy )
Disprin ( for headache, try not to use at high altitude. instead drink more water and rest. ** Symptom of AMS, DO NOT SUPPRESS )
Vomistop ( anti vomit, use only when most required at high altitude. Check acidity. ** Symptom of AMS, DO NOT SUPPRESS )
Avomine ( motion sickness/ nausea, try not to use at high altitude. ** Symptom of AMS, DO NOT SUPPRESS )
Cetirizine ( allergic sneezing, cold, etc)
Spasmonil ( for abdominal cramps )
Antibiotics ( Azithromycin) ( for infections. Do not take antibiotics when at high altitude. Descend if problem persists )
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