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Chelela Pass

The highest motorable pass in Bhutan offering panoramic Himalayan views and prayer flag-draped ridgelines.

Located between Paro and Haa valleys, Chelela Pass sits at over 3,800 metres above sea level and offers some of Bhutan's most spectacular mountain scenery. Surrounded by forests, prayer flags, and sweeping ridgelines, it is a popular stop for scenic drives, photography, and peaceful moments in nature.

At a Glance

Location: Paro

Type: Mountain Pass

Elevation: 3,988 m

Visit Duration: 30–90 Minutes

Discover Chelela Pass

Snow-Capped Views

Panoramic Himalayan peaks and high-altitude scenery.

Scenic Drive Experience

Winding mountain roads between Paro and Haa.

Prayer Flag Ridge

Colorful flags lining the mountain pass.

Photography Spot

One of Bhutan’s most iconic landscape viewpoints.

Gallery

Discover different perspectives of Chelela Pass, from panoramic mountain views and prayer flag-lined ridges to forested roads and seasonal snow-covered landscapes.

Travel Information

Chele La Pass is one of Bhutan’s highest motorable mountain passes, offering panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, forested valleys, and colourful prayer flags.

Located between Paro and Haa, the pass is typically visited as a scenic excursion or included as part of a journey between the two valleys.

Accessible by road and requiring no hiking, Chele La Pass is suitable for visitors of all ages.