About Rohtang Pass

One of the high-altitude motorable passes is Rohtang Pass in Himachal Pradesh and one of the most popular destinations to visit in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Rohtang pass height is 3978m above sea level. Manali Rohtang pass distance is 62 km and is connected from two ends, one from Manali side via Gulaba, and another from Solang Valley via Atal Tunnel. Rohtang pass is connecting pass for Lahaul and Spiti. The green valley of Kullu is the starting point of Gulaba and the high snow-covered mountain land with dry barren land on the other end of the pass that connects to the first village of Lahaul that is Sissu and Rohtang pass to Leh is also one of the major routes running through the destination. One needs to take prior permission from the government officials to go through the pass as the pass carries a lot of importance from the time of the Kargil war. One can get an online Rohtang pass permit so that the journey continues smoothly. Rohtang Pass is also the Valley of the Death. As many people have died while crossing the pass. Rohtang Pass connects Srinagar and Leh highway through national highway 44.

Geography Of Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass Himachal Pradesh is one of the Himalayan high altitude passes that is located just 51 km from the famous tourist destination of Manali. Rohtang pass is located in the Pir Panjal mountain range of the Himalayas. The height of Rohtang pass in feet is 13,051 feet above sea level, due to high altitude, to protect the valley and its strategic importance Rohtang Pass permit is required. The Rohtang pass divides the Kullu valley from the Lahaul valley and is known for its high level of snowfall that closes the pass for more than 5 months in the year and the snowstorms that cause many problems in the destination. The passes open from May to the month of is the best time to visit Kullu Manali Rohtang Pass and the pass closes from November to April due to heavy snow in Rohtang Pass. Rohtang Pass latitude and longitude are 32.3709 and 77.2466.

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Visiting Rohtang Pass via Two Different Routes

One can visit the Rohtang pass via 2 different routes and enjoy the true beauty of the destination. The route from Solang Valley via Atal Tunnel takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Rohtang valley and the route from Manali takes around 1 hour 46 minutes to reach the Rohtang pass, initially, the route was from Manali only but after the construction of the world highest tunnel made at Solang valley, Manali. The pass can be accessed from both ends. Both routes the route of Rohtang pass to Manali and Rohtang pass to Solang have amazing views that one can enjoy the most. One can travel from Manali or Solang to Rohtang Pass by taxi and the cost of Manali to Rohtang pass taxi will be about 2500INR.

Rohtang Pass From Solang Valley

Rohtang Pass via Atal Tunnel for all the adventure seekers and explorers, one of the best ways to explore the Rohtang pass is from Solang valley, one can enjoy all the adventure-related activities in Solang and seek more adventure by visiting the Rohtang pass which offers amazing views throughout the season when it is open. Rohtang pass visiting time is from May to Mid - October. Solang valley to Rohtang pass distance route length is about 44 km and it takes nearly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the destination via crossing the masterpiece of architecture the Atal Tunnel built under the Rohtang pass mountain range. Rohtang pass permits will also be checked from this route too.

Rohtang Pass From Manali

Rohtang Pass original route is from Manali, the route that goes via Gulaba and one needs to get government-approved permission for Rohtang pass from Manali. Rohtang Pass distance from Manali is 62 km which takes 1 hour 45 minutes to reach. One can see the glaciers of Lahaul from the Rohtang pass the twin peaks of Ghepan that can be easily spotted on a clear sunny from the Rohtang pass in the Manali route.

One might be having the question - How to get Rohtang pass permit online? It is a very simple process to go on the website of Rohtang permits.nic.in and applies for the rest or the reason for visiting the Rohtang pass, enter driver and car details and pay the taxes after that you will get the pass. But remember only 800 petrol vehicles and 400 vehicles are allowed in a single day. Rohtang pass permit for private vehicles cars costs the same unless one wishes to book in some special category while applying for the permit.

Places to Visit near Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass is located at such an amazing location that one can visit various destinations after visiting Rohtang Pass. On one end is the famous Hill Station Manali, ensure the destination is Sissu and Solang Valley. One can even explore Sissu and other beautiful destinations of Lahaul and Spiti district.

Sissu

A small village of Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh that is located 28.5 km away from Solang valley Manali, Sissu is famous for its high mountains with dry and barren lands covered with snow, one of the best places to visit in Sissu is the Sissu waterfall popular for its white waterfall and amazing views that the place offers. Sissu is located at 3120m (10,235 feet) above sea level, for adventure lovers, a trek that starts from the Sissu is the Raja Ghepan trek at 4146 m (13,602 ft) above sea level that offers amazing views of the magnificent water of the Ghepan Lake. From Sissu the national highway 505, goes towards the Spiti valley. One can directly travel from Rohtang pass to Spiti Valley it will take approximately 3 hours 10 minutes while covering the distance of 145 km.

Atal Tunnel

Atal Tunnel Rohtang Pass is one of the recently built attractions in Solang Valley as it attracts a lot of people due to its reason that Atal Tunnel is the world's longest highway tunnel and also this tunnel made Lahaul and Spiti more accessible, through this tunnel one can save around 4 hours to reach Sissu in Lahaul via Atal Tunnel but before the tunnel, the route used to be from Rohtang La which attracts a lot of people to directly dip in the paradise of the Himachal Pradesh beauty. It takes around 15 km in 25 minutes to reach From Solang to Atal Tunnel.

Manali

Manali is one of the perfect destinations to spend holidays and relax and enjoy the mountains to the fullest, one can enjoy the hippie vibe of the destination with views of the mountains, the local Himachali culture, food, and amazing places and can try a lot of things to do in Manali. Manali is always full of things to offer for one visiting the destination. Whether it be the adventure activities or the places of Manali that change color in each season which makes the destination more special. Manali to Rohtang Pass by road can be easily accessed by bus, car, or cab.

Manali to Rohtang pass distance and time is about 1 hour 45 minutes without traffic while you cover 62 kilometers to reach the pass.

Solang Valley

Solang Valley is about 50Km away from Rohtang Pass and a lovely destination that one should visit, the admirable and unparalleled snow-capped mountains and mesmerizing picturesque landscapes will take your breath away.  One of the best destinations to experience adventure sports and enjoy the view of the Himalayas whether it may be about skiing, paragliding, zorbing, or ATV rides even the Rohtang and the Atal tunnel adds more touch to the adventure aspect of the Solang valley. Rohtang pass and Solang valley are the best to visit for adventure loved people. 

Things to Do in Rohtang Pass

Rohtang pass activities that one can experience while visiting the destinations during the visit. The Rohtang Pass timings for these activities start at 10 AM  and above depending on when the sun shines.

Skiing

One of the most adventurous activities that one can try in the Rohtang pass under professional supervision enjoying the views of the Rohtang pass. One can enjoy the sport of Skiing in Rohtang pass and enjoy the beautiful views of the snow-covered Himalayan pass. While skiing in Rohtang pass is said to be one of the most liked activities in Rohtang pass as one can explore more of Rohtang pass and enjoy the snowy grounds of the pass that can only be accessed in summers.

Snow Sledding

One of the fun activities one can try in Rohtang Pass is snow sledging and enjoying the Rohtang valley to the fullest. One of the snow activities that all can try in Rohtang pass and have fun with family and friends. Snow sledging is also of two types the tube sledging and sledging on a sledge. The sledge is pushed downhill from a gentle slope where the person goes on the sledge enjoys the snow and the fast-moving sledge, snow sledging is an easy activity that most people prefer to do the activity.

Snow Scooter

 Riding through the snow scooters is something that one can try and explore the areas which one can not access by car. The powerful engines of the snow scooter allow one to enjoy the snow and roam around the place easily which any trouble. Snow scooter is one of the must-try activities in Rohtang pass. Snow scooters are ridden with the help of professionals as it is not possible for one to get hold of the off-road and snow terrain so it is preferred that one should ride the snow scooters under professional guidance.

Paragliding

Having the top view of the beautiful peaks and mountains is the best experience that one can get while having a ride from paragliding in Rohtang Pass that is why paragliding in ‘Rohtang pass is one of the most recommended activities that one must try during the visit to Rohtang pass. One can experience cold winds while paragliding in Rohtang pass and one needs to carry proper warm and comfortable clothes with comfortable and fitted sports shoes for a comfortable tour in the sky. One should ensure the safety gears are in proper condition and working before going on a paragliding ride.

Sightseeing of Lahaul valley

 One can see and experience the beautiful views of Lahaul valley and the high mountains from Rohtang and have beautiful views of the Sissu village. Due to the high altitude of the pass many beautiful and magnificent views that fall in Lahaul district are visible from the Rohtang Pass such as many high snow-covered mountains, glaciers, beautiful valleys of Lahaul has many far destinations and the village of Sissu. The cold desert of the Himalayas starts from the Lahaul after crossing the Rohtang pass. 

Best Time To Visit Rohtang Pass

Winter Season (November - April)

During this season the pass remains closed due to heavy snowfall and winters that continue for 5 to 6 months for the reason the destination is not accessible and opens up when the summers are at the peak which is the only time in the entire year when one can access the Rohtang pass and experience variety of things in the past.

Summer Season ( May To Mid- October) (Best Time To Visit)

Rohtang Pass best time to visit is in the summer season when the road authorities clear up the heavy snow at Rohtang pass for easy moments that happen every year because of the Rohtang Pass elevation. From May to the month of Mid October the weather at Rohtang Pass is sunny with cold winds. One can easily visit the destination, but then even too due to the high altitude and snow all around, the temperature at Rohtang Pass stays between -2 degrees Celsius and 18 degrees Celsius, one needs to wear good warm clothes while visiting the destination. After or in October the pass has a high possibility that heavy snowfall or snowstorm could be there which would close the pass. Rohtang Pass online permit costs to be 550 for cars and 600 for buses.

The best month to visit Rohtang Pass for snow in May, for experiencing the lush green valley of Rohtang is in September. Rohtang pass snowfall time starts from November to April.

Monsoon Season (July - September)

Due to the heavy rainfall and risk involved with the mountains like landslides and flash floods, it is not recommended to visit Rohtang Pass from July to September. As the rivers like Byas and other rivers have a heavy amount of water in the, as the glaciers melt and are filled up by the water and cause trouble to the destination and roads that lead to the destination. Know More

How to Reach Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass By Air

The airport near Rohtang pass is in Bhuntar is 110 km away which takes around 3 hours to reach Rohtang Pass for which one hires a cab, car, or travel by bus via Manali. Bhuntar has regular flights from Delhi the distance between the two places is 411 km and the travel time is approx 1 hour 30 minutes. The cheapest flight that one can get will cost about 3800 INR.

Delhi to Rohtang pass distance in total is about 525 km including both types of transportation by air and by road.

Rohtang Pass By Railways

How to reach Rohtang Pass from Delhi by train? The nearest railway station is in Joginder Nagar for traveling to Rohtang Pass via train. From Joginder Nagar to reach  Rohtang pass one can hire a cab or bus to travel. The distance between the two is about 206 km which takes around 7 hours to reach the Rohtang Pass going through national highway 3. 

Rohtang Pass By Road

Rohtang Pass road is the easiest way to travel without changing to any other mode of transport. One can travel by car or cab from Delhi to Rohtang Pass. Rohtang Pass distance from Delhi is around 600 km it takes ideally 15 hours to reach the Rohtang Pass going through the national highway 44. One can also travel in private buses with a  variety of options to travel, on overnight journeys of the semi sleeper bus type which cost approximately 1000 INR for travel that will drop one at Manali and from Manali one needs to travel to Rohtang Pass which takes 1 hour 45 minutes to reach while covering the distance of 61 km going through national highway 3. Manali to Rohtang Pass taxi fare is about 2500 INR to and from Manali. One can even travel from Chandigarh to the pass as one can easily get Himachal Pradesh buses which cost a lot less. Chandigarh to Rohtang Pass Distance is 361 km taking 10 hours to reach.

Distance Shimla to Rohtang Pass - 310 km via NH 3, it takes 10 hours while traveling from Shimla to Rohtang pass in a bus or a car but it also depends on roads as many times the roads are closed due to landslides.

Rohtang Pass to Keylong Distance - 64 km via Leh Manali Highway, Will take 1 hour 48 minutes from Rohtang pass to Keylong. One will pass through the village of Sissu in Lahaul and then reach the beautiful destination of Keylong.

Rohtang Pass to Leh Ladakh Distance - 421 km via Leh Manali Highway which takes around 12 hours from the Rohtang pass to Leh Ladakh to reach. One will experience the beautiful pass and the amazing roads of the Leh Ladakh that are unique in their way.

Sissu to Rohtang Pass distance - 35 km via Leh Manali Highway which takes approximately 1 hour to reach the destination. Sissu is the first village in Lahaul and Spiti that one encounters after passing through the pass. Know More

Places to Stay in Rohtang Pass

There are no hotels in Rohtang pass because of the harsh and unpredictable climate of the destination. There are many hotels in nearby locations of Solang valley and Manali for one to stay and enjoy a comfortable stay. The nearest hotel to Rohtang pass is also about 40 to 50 km away from the destination.

Solang Valley Resort

A luxury Solang valley resort is situated on the banks of river Beas in Solang valley near the ski slopes of Solang, where one can enjoy all kinds of adventure activities which include both indoor and outdoor activities. The resort is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the views of the high Himalayas. Solang valley resort per night cost is 9000  to 11,000 INR.

Kalista Resort

The Kalista resort is located at the Burwa village near Manali which is just 10 km away from the Solang valley. The Kalista resort has a fabulous view of the Himalayas from the hotel rooms and many other services that the hotel offers. One can get accommodation in the resort to stay at a very less cost of 1500 INR per night/room.

Himalayan Height Manali

The hotel is located in Prini village of Manali, which is just a few minutes away from the main Manali mall road. The hotel offers various services like 24-hour room service, restaurant, garden, and free private parking, and a view of majestic mountains. One in can stay in a hotel for 3000 INR per night. Know More

Places to Eat in Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass eating places are mostly near the hotels that are in Manali or Solang valley, that one can go and try on. One can have small snacks like Maggi, tea, or coffee in the pass that local vendors sell in the Rohtang pass but the proper food items will be available for one in the nearby destinations only.

Cafe 1947

One of the best restaurants in Manali and Kullu is the Cafe 1947 restaurant. The cafe 1947 restaurant provides one with food ranging for Vegans, Gluten-free food, Vegetarian food, and nonvegetarian food. The food starts from 400 to 800 INR and the opening timing of the restaurant is at 12 PM and closes at 11 PM.

Ride Inn Cafe

The Ride Inn Cafe falls on the way of Rohtang-pass from Manali. The cafe is based on motorcycle themed lifestyle and deals with cuisines of Italian, Thai, Chinese, Indian, and the local food of Himachal Pradesh that one must try. The cafe food cost ranges from 200 to 500INR. The restaurant opens at 9 AM and closes at 10:30 PM in the night.

Johnson Bar and Restaurant

One of the perfect cafes and bars to spend your time and enjoy the food, culture, and vibe. The Johnsons bar and restaurant offers live music, bar facilities with cuisines like Indian, Asian and Italian. The food cost ranges from 222-666 INR. The Johnsons open at 8 AM and close at 11 PM in the night. 

Do’s and Don’ts At Rohtang Pass

Do’s 

• Respect the locals.

• Carry a small daypack.

• Carry government ID proofs while traveling.

• Carry warm clothes.

• Maintain local distances and follow the covid norms.

• Stay hydratedCarry Sunglasses.

• Carry a good pair of shoes.

Don’ts 

• Do not litter.

• Do not get involved in any narcotics-related activity.

• Do not try any adventure activity without guidance.

• Do not push yourself if feeling not well, it could turn into AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).

• Don’t go without government permission.