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Rohtang Pass

Perched at an altitude of 3979m, Rohtang Pass is located at a distance of about 51kms from Manali. You have to pass Rohtang to enter Lahaul-Spiti, Pangi, and Leh valleys. Lying on the highway to Keylong/Leh, this pass remains closed during the winters only to open from June to October. Rohtang swarms with the crowd for these five months. Rohtang also serves as a hotspot for adventure enthusiasts, offering several sports like snow scooters, skiing, and mountain biking. This place has a picture-perfect backdrop for the photography buffs. But make sure that you hire a local cab driver or take a bus because the roads are very slippery and can be difficult if the driver is not accustomed to the topography. This pass has been named Rohtang, meaning ‘ground of corpses’ after all those people who lost their lives here in tragic incidents. Lying on the Pir Panjal range, this pass also offers spectacular views of the twin peaks of Geypan.

Quick Information
  • Weather:
    25ºC/-8ºC
  • Best Time to Visit
    June-October, early morning
  • Ideal Duration
    3 days/2 nights
  • Nearest Airport
    Kullu-Manali (Bhuntar) Airport

How to Reach Rohtang Pass / Distance Chart

Rohtang Pass is situated at a distance of only 51kms from Manali and should never be missed on your Kullu-Manali trip. Rohtang Pass is easily accessed by roadways from Manali. If you are traveling from any other city, entrust us with the responsibility of all your reservations and experience a hassle-free traveling. We also have a fleet of comfortable and reliable personal cars, tempos, motorcycles, and Volvos at affordable rates. Contact us today for a booking!

By Air

The nearest airport from Manali is Chandigarh Airport (315km), and Rohtang Pass is about 51kms from Manali. If you want to travel by air, we will duly book your flight tickets to Chandigarh. You can book a personal car, or Volvo that will take you in time to Manali. From Manali, opt to travel by our finest personal cars that guarantee a smooth ride even on the roughest roads.

By Train

Chandigarh Station is the nearest major railway station to Manali and Rohtang Pass. The station is located about 103kms from the pass and 50kms from Manali. Book our transportation that includes personal cars, tempos, Volvos, and motorcycles and have fun traveling. We will make sure that you get a timely pickup and drop off service.

By car

From Chandigarh Airport or Station, choose to travel by our personal cars. AC and non-AC deluxe coaches are also available. On your punctual arrival in Manali, set off for Rohtang Pass in personal cars. We provide the finest cars with luxurious amenities that ensure a pleasant ride on the mountainous roads. If you are in for adventure ride, you can also explore our line of motorcycles.

Top Things to do in Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass is a very high mountain pass that connects Kullu Valley with Lahaul-Spiti valley. Despite the danger of landslides, this place is one of the main attractions that call the travelers and tourists to Manali. Rohtang Pass also offers adventure sports like snow scooter rides and paragliding for the adventure seekers.

Snow Scooter Rides at Rohtang Pass Manali
The snow point of Rohtang offers some leisure rides on the snow scooters. Be it a long or a short one, snow scooters adventure tours are very popular among tourists in Rohtang. You can choose to drive alone or take a guide if you wish.
Things to Carry:
You will be all the gears when you sign up for the sport. But still here is a checklist for the things you will need there:
  1. Gloves
  2. Warm clothes
  3. Warm shoes
  4. Water
  5. Medicines
Safety tips:
Rohtang is at a very high altitude. So, it is common to feel dizzy. Be careful. Do not go for the ride if you are feeling dizzy. Follow all the instruction given by the guide. Do not try to drive alone if it is your first time.
Paragliding in Rohtang Manali
Another adventure sport you can try at Rohtang is the paragliding. Adventure lovers get three choices to choose from the short, medium and long fly. The flight duration varies from 25mins to 1 hr. The enthralling excitement involved in this sport attracts countless tourists and adrenaline seekers every year.
Things to carry:
  1. T-shirts
  2. Comfortable trousers
  3. Windproof jacket
  4. Warm clothes
  5. Backpack (to carry your water bottle, lunch box, and camera);
  6. Sunglass
  7. Extra batteries/film/memory card
  8. Flashlight with extra batteries (while hiking)
  9. Personal toiletries
  10. Medicines
  11. Swiss Knife
Safety tips:
Keep your backpack light. Pre-flight training classes are not enough. Exercise to gain fitness. Follow everything that the instructor says.
Nehru Kund Manali
Located on the Manali-Leh Highway and 5kms from the main town center of Manali is a natural spring known as Nehru Kund. The name of the spring is after Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. People say that he used to drink water from this spring when he stayed in Manali. Often water is seen bubbling out of the rocks. The widely accepted origin of the Nehru Kund is the Bhrigu Lake, located at an altitude of about 4300m in Kullu.

Best Time to Visit: September to June
Opening hours: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on all days
Entry fees: Free
Duration: 1-2 hours
Vashisht Temple and Hot Water Springs Manali
About 3kms uphill from Manali beside the Beas River lies the small village of Vashisht. Locals believe that the sacred sage Vashisht used to meditate here. The beautiful hut where Vashisht lived along with an adjoining temple constitutes the main tourist attraction. There are also two hot spring baths, one for the men while the other for the women. The sulfur springs are said to have medicinal properties and are believed to cure skin allergies and infections. Tourists and foreigners visit this temple mostly to take a dip in the hot springs. The mention of this place in the Ramayana has made it well-known. According to legends, the hot spring originated when legendary king Rama’s brother Laxman struck the ground here with his Agni Vaan. The temple is on the edge of a cliff surrounded by mesmerizing natural beauty. The uphill road from Manali town to Vashisht temple has many traditional shops and restaurants.

Best Time to Visit: May-October
Opening hours: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm on all days
Entry fees: Free
Duration: half to 1 hour
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali
Another widely known shrine that you should not miss while visiting this place is the Hadimba temple. This temple has an intricate stone carving and a distinctive four-tiered pagoda-shaped roof. It is one of the most ancient cave temples and houses the footprints of Goddess Hadimba. The sheer beauty of the temple, along with the enchanting surroundings, makes this one of the most popular tourist spots.

Best Time to Visit: June-October
Opening hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm on all days
Entry fees: Free
Duration: 2-3 hours

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Best Places to Eat / Restaurants in Rohtang

Rohtang pass lacks any food stalls and eateries. The only food available on Rohtang pass is what you
carry with yourself. Otherwise, you get quite a few good and comfortable restaurants in Manali, the largest town nearest to Rohtang pass. Some of the good ones are:

  • SL’s Restaurant (Rohtang Road, 0.8kms from the pass)
  • Rose Garden Restaurant (Manali, 13.3kms from the pass)
  • Renaissance Italian & Mexican (Manali, 14.4kms from the pass)
  • Casa Bella Vista (Manali, 14.5kms from the pass)
  • Hangout(Manali, 14.5kms from the pass)
  • The Shiva Garden Café (Manali, 14.6kms from the pass)
  • Richik’s Café (Manali, 14.7kms from the pass)
  • The Johnson’s Café and Hote (Kullu, 14.8kms from the pass)
  • Gozy Restaurant (Manali, 15.2kms from the pass)
  • Best Places to Stay / Hotels in and around Rohtang

    There are no options for lodging and accommodation on the pass itself. Carry your tent if you want to stay somewhere close to the Rohtang Pass. But few kilometers towards the town center of Manali, you will get the best hotels at affordable rates to make your stay more memorable. Some of the most recommended accommodations are mentioned below for your consideration:

  • Solang Valley Resor (Manali Tehsil, 9.7kms from the pass)
  • Solang Ski Resor (Manali Tehsil, 10.4kms from the pass)
  • The Katoch Grand Resort (Manali Tehsil, 11.1kms from the pass)
  • The Highland Park (Manali Tehsil, 11.2kms from the pass)
  • Geto Hotels & Resorts (Rohtang Road, 11.3kms from the pass)
  • Allure Grand Resort (Manali-Rohtang Road, 11.7kms from the pass)
  • Urvashi’s Retreat (Manali Tehsil, 11.8kms from the pass)
  • Hotel Vyas Vatika (Manali, 12.8kms from the pass)
  • Roo Cottage (Rohtang Road, 12.9kms from the pass)
  • The Tranquil Inn (Manali Tehsil, 13kms from the pass)
  • Find out More about Rohtang Pass Tours

    Rohtang Pass is an ancient trade route, which stands 3979m high. It is situated 51 kilometers away from Manali. The opening time of Rohtang Pass is around June and, it remains open till October. It remains closed due to heavy snowfall in the winters. The highway to Keylong/Leh is among the most popular tourist places and is known for its scenic beauty. Best things to do in Rohtang Pass include skiing and mountain biking. It is also ideal for photos capturing you in the middle of the snow-clad wilderness. The best places to visit in Rohtang Pass are Nehru Kund, Vashisht Hot Water Spring, and Hidimba Temple. Rohtang Pass tourist information can help you in booking hotels and resorts around the pass.

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