Chele La Pass

The highest road crossing in the nation, Chele La Pass is over 13,000 feet above sea level in the west above the Paro Valley and offers breathtaking views of the Himalaya, particularly those of Mt. Jhomolari, Bhutan’s most revered mountain at over 22,000 feet.

The Paro valley level is 1.5 hours’ drive from Chele La Pass. In addition to offering a stunning vista, the pass is a haven for wildlife.It is the perfect place for Himalayan hiking because of its nearly unspoiled forests and historic pathways.

Fields of white poppies, which are indigenous to Haa and are not found anywhere else in the world, dense fir tree woods, and several fern species cover the mountain sides. You can also appreciate the beauty of lakes with rainbow trout.

With all the colorful prayer flags fluttering about and evoking a sense of spiritual peace, the breathtaking Chelela Pass cannot possibly be more lovely than it already is. It is located 3,988 meters above sea level, halfway between Haa and Paro.

It takes about an hour to drive from Paro to Chelela, which is located through a thick spruce and larch forest. It is one of the highest places accessible by car, similar to the Dochula. The Haa and Paro valleys are visible from here, and on a bright sunny day, one can even see the Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drakey.

Tourists should unquestionably visit this location because of the breathtaking splendor it offers. When you reach the summit, stunning wild flowers welcome your weary eyes, and the view of the two districts makes you feel as though you’re on top of the world. One may also see the Himalayan Yak if they visit during the winter.