Ladakh & KargilHimalayan Destination
Hanle & Umling La
World's Highest Motorable Pass (19,024 ft) & Dark Sky Sanctuary
Altitude:14,760 ft (4,500 m)
Distance:250 km from Leh via Nyoma & Loma
Best Season:May to October (Clear Nights & Open Pass)
About Hanle & Umling La
Hanle is India's ultimate frontier for astrophotography and high-altitude adventure. Home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory and the gateway to Umling La (the highest motorable road in the world at 19,024 ft).
Must-Experience Highlights
Umling La Pass (19,024 ft Highest Road)
Indian Astronomical Observatory
India's 1st Certified Dark Sky Reserve
Remote Changthang Wilderness
Top Attractions & Sightseeing Spots
1Umling La Pass Summit
Stand atop the highest drivable road on planet Earth, higher than Everest Base Camp.
2Hanle Dark Sky Sanctuary
Experience pristine unpolluted night skies with unearthly views of nebulae and stars.
3Hanle Gompa
Historic 17th-century Drukpa monastery perched on a dramatic desert crag.
Tangmarg Base Expert Insider Tips
How We Make Your Hanle & Umling La Journey Hassle-Free
- Direct Cab Coordination: Private sanitized vehicles with experienced mountain drivers familiar with passes, snow chain checkpoints, and scenic halts.
- Permit & Pass Clearance: Full on-ground support for frontier border permits (Keran & Gurez) and Gondola Phase 1 & 2 slot reservations in Gulmarg.
- Inspected Stays: Guaranteed central heating / heated blankets, round-the-clock warm running water, and hot Kashmiri Wazwan / multi-cuisine food.
Plan Your Visit
Want to visit Hanle & Umling La?
Let our local Tangmarg team craft a customized day excursion or multi-day itinerary with verified hotel stays and dedicated cabs.
Ideal Traveler Types
Extreme AdventurersAstrophotographersBikersSpace Enthusiasts