Wildlifeof Bhutan
Wildlife in Chele La
Paro / Haa
The road pass between Paro and Haa, at about 3,800 m, is the highest motorable pass in Bhutan and a classic dawn stop for pheasants. Himalayan monals and blood pheasants feed on the verges and meadows early in the morning, and the fir and rhododendron forest holds rosefinches, tits and laughingthrushes.
Highlights
- Himalayan monals and blood pheasants at dawn
- High fir and rhododendron forest
- An easy drive from Paro
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Chele La?
- Top wildlife targets in Chele La include Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan and Himalayan Goral. Highlights: Himalayan monals and blood pheasants at dawn.
- Where is Chele La?
- Chele La is in Paro / Haa, Bhutan (about 27.37°, 89.34°).
- What are the highlights of Chele La?
- Himalayan monals and blood pheasants at dawn, High fir and rhododendron forest and An easy drive from Paro.
- Are there trip reports for Chele La?
- Yes: Bhutan and Kaziranga in 2018: Himalayan Monals, Satyr Tragopan and 420 bird species.