Chele La & the Haa Valley
A short, sharp adventure: climb to Chele La, the great prayer-flag pass, and freewheel into the hidden Haa valley.
One big climb defines this short ride: roughly 35 km from the Paro valley floor to Chele La at 3,988 m. The reward is a ridge of white prayer flags, views to Jomolhari on clear days, and a long descent into Haa.
Perfect as a stand-alone short break or an add-on to a longer journey.
Highlights
- The climb to Chele La (3,988 m)
- The descent into Haa
- Village rides in the Haa valley
- Farmhouse lunch
Day by day
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Day 1
Arrive in Paro
Bike fitting and an easy spin in the valley.
Paro valley · Photo: Doctor 17, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 2
Paro to Haa over Chele La
The big day: climb through pine and rhododendron to Chele La, then descend around 25 km into Haa.
Chele La · Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 3
Haa valley rides
Ride between villages to Lhakhang Karpo and Lhakhang Nagpo, with lunch in a farmhouse.
Lhakhang Karpo · Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 4
Haa to Paro
Return over the pass by support vehicle, or ride it again if you're feeling strong. Hot stone bath in the evening.
Chele La · Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 5
Depart
Transfer to Paro airport for your onward flight.
Paro International Airport · Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0
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