Zhangmu Port
Zhangmu Port was long the busiest land crossing between Tibet and Nepal, dropping more than a thousand metres down the Bhote Koshi valley to the Friendship Bridge. Openings depend on policy and landslide risk, so verify before travel.
Overview
Quick facts about Zhangmu Port
Zhangmu Port was long the busiest land crossing between Tibet and Nepal, dropping more than a thousand metres down the Bhote Koshi valley to the Friendship Bridge. Openings depend on policy and landslide risk, so verify before travel.
| Type | Border Port |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 2,300 m (7,546 ft) |
| Visit length | About 1 hours |
| Opening hours | Check checkpoint hours |
| Good to know | Confirm the current opening status with official sources; access is often restricted. |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Book ahead in peak season — daily quotas fill early.
- Taxi drop-off: Checkpoint approach road
- Bus: Local transport to the checkpoint is limited; arrange a vehicle in advance
Hotels near Zhangmu Port
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
Average daily high and low in °C, and monthly rain in mm. Winter is cold and dry, with fewer visitors and lower hotel prices.
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