The Road to Bodpo La is Not for the Faint of Heart

Bodpo La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5,774m (18,943ft) above sea level, located in the extreme west of the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It's one of the world's highest motorable roads.

Bodpo La

Where is Bodpo La?

The pass is located south of Imis La, in Zanda County, in the Ngari Prefecture.

Is the road to Bodpo La unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s a military road open to 4x4 vehicles only. It hits a 14% maximum gradient through some of the ramps.

Can I drive to Bodpo La?

To drive the road requires a military authorization very difficult to obtain (even for a national) because it is located in a totally isolated area near the Indian border.

How long is the road to Bodpo La?

The pass road is 173.6 km long, running from Chumuti to Chepzi. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Is the road to Bodpo La passable in winters?

Set high in the main Himalayan Range, the road is totally impassable in winters. Keep in mind that at this elevation, oxygen levels drop, and visitors need to take adequate precautions against AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).

 

 

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