Sela Pass in Arunachal Pradesh, Tours in India

Sela Pass is one of the most breathtaking places in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is located on the border between Tawang and West Kameng Districts. This is the place where betrayal, patriotism, love, and romance meet at the height of 13,000 feet. This place is always covered with the snow and offering some beautiful and mesmerizing view of the eastern Himalayan range. It is the highest motorable road in the word. Being at Sela Pass, you can watch the Sela Lake which is one of Arunachal‘s most beautiful Lake.

The story behind the origin of the name “Sela Pass”:

It is an interesting story of the brave and courageous Indian Army sepoy named “Jaswant Singh Rawat” and a tribal woman named “Sela”. According to the legend, Jaswant Singh Rawat fought single-handedly against the Chinese soldiers in 1962 during the Sino-Indian war. Sela helped him every day with food and water. One day, she was shocked to see his lifeless body and immediately committed suicide. After that, the pass has been named as “Sela Pass”.

Best Months: October, November, April, and May.

Temperature: Between 20°C to 5°C.

How to reach:

AIR: Nearest Airport is Guwahati (480km from Tawang). You can hire a car or catch a bus till Tawang.

RAIL: Nearest Railway Station is Tezpur. You can hire a car or catch a bus till Tawang.

ROAD: By ASPRTC buses and private buses, Tawang is well connected to all the major cities.

Tip: Always carry woollen clothes and protect yourself from frostiness.

This is a great place to relax and admire the breath-taking surrounding. For more information, visit IATO and contact any of our trusted members.

*NOTE: To visit Sela Pass and Sela Lake, one needs an inner line permit.