How to Survive and Journey through the Dangerous Tso-Le Road

Tso-Le Road is a very scenic drive located in the southern part of Tibet, within Cona County of the Shannan Prefecture, in China.

Tso-Le Road

Is the Tso-Le Road unpaved?

The road is mostly unpaved. It’s a very difficult mountain drive, with thousands of turns, most of them hairpin turns, and very steep parts. A 4x4 vehicle is required to complete the drive. The surface is unstable.

How long is the Tso-Le Road?

Located north of Boi La, the road is about 80km (49 miles) long, running east-west from Tsona City to Pailang Dongpu.

Is the Tso-Le Road open in winters?

Set high in the Himalaya, the road tops out at 5.119m (16,794ft) above sea level. At this elevation, the road is buried under deep snow and ice for most of the year, making it completely impassable. Even in summer, sudden blizzards can occur. During the snowmelt season, the ground can become soft and slippery.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson
Pic: Forrest Kwan

 

 

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