Last Updated on June 3, 2026 by Yatrapur
Rohtang Pass (often called Rohtang Zero Point or Rohtang Top) is located in the Eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, approximately 51 km from Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Its precise coordinates are 32.3652° N latitude and 77.2419° E longitude. It is primarily located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh and serves as a high-altitude gateway connecting the Kullu Valley to the Lahaul and Spiti districts.
- Location: Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
- Height: 13,058 feet above sea level.
- Best time to visit: May to October
Table of Contents
- Rohtang Pass and Valley
- How to Reach It?
- Permit & Entry Rules
- Health and Safety
- Best time to Visit
- Where to Stay
- Where to Eat
- Local Travel Tips
Rohtang Pass and Valley
It is a famous mountain pass on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas. This high-altitude Rohtang Pass connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys of Himachal Pradesh.
Rohtang Pass Height: The highest point of the Rohtang is indeed approximately 13,058 feet (3,978 metres) above sea level.
Rohtang Pass Location
- Districts Connected: Kullu District and Lahaul & Spiti District
- Google Map Location of Rohtang La Pass
- Altitude of Rohtang Pass: 3978 metres (13058 feet).
Why Visit Rohtang Pass?
This place offers you a beautiful view of vast snowy plains, mountains, snowfall, and much more. You should definitely experience it at least once in your lifetime. During my one-day trip, I experienced it all—snowfall, rain, hailstorms, and lightning. Maybe God was kind to me. Here, the sound of the thunder echoes with immense intensity.
Choose Rohtang La Pass if you want to stand on top of a massive mountain pass, don’t mind long traffic lines, can secure a permit, and want traditional snow sports like snowmobiles.
How to Reach Rohtang Pass?
Rohtang Pass Routes
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- Old Route: Manali – Marhi – Rohtang La Pass (3978 m)
- New Route: Manali – Solang Valley – Atal Tunnel (South to North Portal) – Koksar – Rohtang Top Point.
For a quieter, year-round alternative to Rohtang La Pass, many travellers use the Atal Tunnel to cross into the Lahaul Valley.
Distance from nearby Places
Here are the road distances between these locations:
- Gramphu to Rohtang Pass: Around 19 km
- Koksar to Rohtang La Pass: Around 19 km
- Atal Tunnel to Rohtang Pass: Around 40 km from the North Portal (via Koksar and Gramphu) or 32 km from the South Portal (via Palchan and Marhi).
- Solang Valley to Rohtang La Pass: Around 43 km (via the standard mountain highway driving route).
Map of Rohtang Valley
A map is attached here showing all the important places to eat, stay, sightsee and visit.
Rohtang Pass Permit & Entry Rules
How to Get a Permit
Only vehicles with a valid Rohtang La Pass permit are allowed to drive up to the pass. You can secure your Rohtang permit online through the official portal.
- Registration Link: Online Rohtang Pass
- Charges: ₹500 for all vehicles.
- Accessibility: Typically open from May to November. A mandatory online pass is required for vehicles, managed by the District Kullu Administration
Rules & Regulations
- Route & Closures: The road is highly adventurous, with challenging hairpin curves, and is usually open from May to October. It is strictly closed on Tuesdays for maintenance.
Health & Safety
Clothing & Packing Tips
Rohtang is covered in snow right now, so the weather there is very cold.
- You can rent a snowsuit and snow boots in Manali. It is best to hire them before you leave the town.
- Additionally, you should buy a pair of gloves and socks to stay warm and beat the cold.
- Some light snacks and water bottles.
Health Tips
- Air pressure drops at high altitudes, making you get tired faster, so avoid carrying extra weight.
- If you have breathing difficulties or heart problems, avoid going here.
- Carry some painkillers and relaxation pills with you.
Best time to Visit
- Open: May to October – Best season to visit Rohtang Valley.
- Closed: Nov to April – Avoid during this time.
Due to weather fluctuations, please check information before booking or planning a visit.
Where to Stay
It is advisable to stay in Manali during a trip to the Rohtang Valley. To reach Rohtang easily, you can book a private taxi or a tempo traveller from Manali.
Where to Eat
While climbing to Rohtang Top Point, you can take a short break at Marhi. Restaurant locations in Marhi are available on Google Maps, such as the following:
At the top of Rohtang Pass, near the vehicle parking area, you will find refreshments like Maggi and some snacks. However, the best advice is to eat something before leaving your room and pack some food to take with you. Also, keep a sufficient stock of water bottles with you.
Local Travel Tips
If Rohtang Pass is open during your trip, many travellers combine both routes. You can head up to Rohtang Valley early in the morning to enjoy the high-altitude views, drive down the back coordinates to Gramphu, and then loop back to Manali via Sissu and the Atal Tunnel. This gives you the ultimate circle tour of the mountains.
- Early departure for Rohtang La Pass (permit required and subject to weather conditions).
- Enjoy snow activities, glacier views, and Himalayan landscapes.
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