This high altitude lake is located at an elevation of 3662 metres in Hangrang Valley in Kinnaur district, near Indo-China border. Nako is a small village settlement near the lake and serves as a stopover for travellers going to Spiti via Shimla. The lake is considered pious by villagers as it is believed that Guru Padmasambhava meditated near the lake, and his footprints are also marked on a rock here.

Start your day at Nako with a small trek to the mountain behind the lake. Climb the small hill behind the lake up to the chorten and you will get a beautiful bird’s-eye view of the lake, the village and the surrounding peaks. During the day, roam around the village, visit the monastery and spend some time talking to the villagers. Spend the evening near the lake as it is magical—the sun setting over the snow-covered Himalayan peaks looks simply amazing!