Atal Tunnel Rohtang

Atal Tunnel built under the Rohtang pass in Manali is an engineering marvel built at an altitude of 10000 feet and nine kilometers long to provided all weather connectivity to places beyond Manali as Rohtang pass remains closed for more than six months in a year due to heavy snowfall. The tunnel was inaugurated on 3rd October 2020.  Atal Tunnel is the longest highway single tube double lane tunnel above 10,000 feet (3,048 m) in the world. The tunnel reduces the travel time and overall distance between Manali  and Keylong on the way to Leh and Laddakh by three to four hours.

Manali to Atal Tunnel Distance

Atal Tunnel is 28 kilometers from Manali and takes about 45 minutes to reach there. The road passed through Solang Valley

Atal Tunnel weather and temperature

Atal tunnel is colder than Manali as its altitude is high. Warm clothing is required at this place except in summer months of May and June. The weather may change suddenly and temperatues may fall in Summer months also.

Is Atal tunnel open Today

All efforts are put by the BRO (border roads organization) to keep this tunnel open all the time as it is an all weather tunnel. But due to heavy snowfall and slippery roads in winter months the Atal Tunnel may remain closed for civilian traffic for a few days

Atal Tunnel permit

There is no permit required to visit Atal Tunnel as it is an all weather highway tunnel. But online permit is required to visit Rohtang Pass

Atal Tunnel Length

The Atal tunnel length is more than 9 kilometers and takes about 15 minutes to cross this tunnel.

Atal Tunnel to Sissu

Sissu is the nearest tourist place from Atal Tunnel on the banks of the River Chandra. It is 11 kilometers from Atal Tunnel North Portal and takes about 20 minutes to reach there.

Content last updated in January 2023. Travel with confidence with Sunrsie Himachal Packages from Sunrise Holidays Shimla.