Namtso Lake
Namtso, 'Heavenly Lake', lies at 4,718 metres against the snowline of the Nyenchen Tanglha range — one of Tibet's three holiest lakes. The Tashi Peninsula's kora and the 5,190m Nagenla Pass viewpoint deliver its most photographed vistas.
Overview
Quick facts about Namtso Lake
Namtso, 'Heavenly Lake', lies at 4,718 metres against the snowline of the Nyenchen Tanglha range — one of Tibet's three holiest lakes. The Tashi Peninsula's kora and the 5,190m Nagenla Pass viewpoint deliver its most photographed vistas.
| Type | Sacred Lake |
|---|---|
| Visit length | About 4 hours |
| Tickets | Sample price ¥120 |
| Opening hours | Open Apr–mid-Oct; road often closed by snow in winter |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Bus: Day tours from Lhasa over Nagenla Pass (5,190m), ~4h drive one way
Hotels near Namtso Lake
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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