Rohtang Pass is the Gateway to the Lahaul Valley and is situated about 51 km from Manali town at an altitude of 4,111 meters (13,400 ft.) on the highway to Keylong. In winter the mountain slopes are snow clad which turn into perfect skiing slopes. At Rohtang Pass, one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendour. Rohtang Pass is the main attraction for tourists coming for tour to Manali.
At the top of the Rohtang Pass, the air seems to glitter against the snow as one looks down over herring boned ridges into the Lahaul Valley. There is a beautiful Doshohar Lake left to the pass, where pilgrims go every year on the auspicious day of 20th Bhadon.
The visit to Manali is incomplete if you do not go to Rohtang Pass. On your way to the Rohtang Pass, on one side you can see Kothi and Gulaba, places en route from Manali, while the Rohtang Peaks stare at you on the other side.
The mountain plateau is surrounded by a large meadow strewn with myriad wild flowers in season. The pass was ancient trade route between the people on either side of Pir Panjal. Rohtang Pass is the only access to Lahaul valley and is open from June to September each year although trekkers can across the pass a little earlier.
Rohtang is an adventure tourist site for tourists coming for Kullu Manli Tour, where it can be cold even on a summer day. Winds blow at furious pace and it is chill after 3pm. It is the highest point on the Manali-Keylong road and provides a wide panoramic view of mountains rising far above clouds, which is truly breath taking. In winter, the road of Rothang Pass is closed. Skiing is possible even in summer months (May and up to mid June) when the snow is still there on slopes. Wooden sledges are popular for rides. Para gliding is now a days very popular in summers between Rohtang and Marhi, taking one high in the sky for unforgettable views and lifetime experience.
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