High up in the mountains one hundred thousand angels descended and left footprints on a rock 800 years ago. Now a group of horses, yaks and tour guides eagerly wait to take tourist not to see the sight but rather experience mythology of Bhutanese history, tradition and culture 3800m above sea level. The trek itself …
The Jhomolhari trek is to Bhutan what the Everest Base Camp route is to Nepal: a trekking pilgrimage. With two different versions, it’s one of the most trodden routes in the country, and almost 40% of all trekkers who come to Bhutan end up following one of the Jhomolhari routes. The first two days of …
This one week trek offers a short, easy and enjoyable journey around scenic Trongsa Dzongkhag. The climate is warm and pleasant as the trail stays between 1000-1500m in altitude and there is a wide array of flora and fauna observable along the route including the rare Golden Langur, Red Pandas, Himalayan Black Bears, Rhesus Monkeys, …
The Laya-Gasa Trek is considered one of the most scenic treks in Bhutan, offering amazing views of some of the most pristine and unspoiled landscapes in Bhutan. This fourteen day, 217 km journey begins at Drukgyel in Paro and takes you through gorgeous alpine meadows, high mountain passes and dense sub-tropical jungles before terminating in …
This six day trek takes you into an area adorned with a multitude of pristine, crystal clear lakes. As you walk amidst the shimmering lakes you’ll be treated to stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range and some of the world’s highest peaks including Mt. Everest, Jomolhari, Masang Gang, Jichu Drake, Gangche Ta and …
The six day trek is the most popular trek in the country as it passes through a gorgeous natural landscape of blue pine forests, high ridges and pristine lakes while at the same time offering the opportunity to visit some ancient lhakhangs, dzongs and villages. The Druk Path Trek is also a fairly easy hike …
Duration: 25 days, Max. Elevation: 5,320m Highest Camp: 5,120m Standard: Hard Best Seasons: Mid June to Mid October Start: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Finish: Duer Village (Bumthang) Summary: The Snowman Trek is an extension of the beautiful Laya Gasa Trek, and leads from Laya further into the high altitudes of the Bhutanese Himalayas. It takes tough and enduring trekkers into the Lunana …
Duration: 25 days, Max. Elevation: 5,320m Highest Camp: 5,050m Standard: Hard Best Seasons: Mid June to Mid October Start: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Finish: Sephu (Trongsa) Summary: The Snowman Trek is an extension of the beautiful Laya Gasa Trek, and leads from Laya into high altitudes of the Bhutanese Himalayas. It takes tough and enduring trekkers into the Lunana region and further …
Duration: 10 days, Max. Elevation: 4,160m Highest Camp: 3,680m Standard: Medium to hard Best Seasons: October to early November and April to early May Start: Toktu Zampa (Bumthang) Finish: Trashi Yangtse Summary: This route was the most important trade route to eastern Bhutan till the road was built. Nowadays hardly anybody, except some ardent trekkers, travels along this route anymore. …
Duration: Four days, Max.Elevation: 3,400 Highest Camp: 3,360 Standard: Easy Best Seasons: September to May Start: Dechencholing (Thimphu) Finish: Zomlingthang (Punakha) Summary: The best seasons for this trek are March to May and September to November. But due to the low altitudes, the trek is possible throughout the whole winter. The trek is the old walking route from Thimphu to Punakha. …
Duration: 6 days, Max. Elevation: 1,500m Highest Camp: 1,500m Standard: Easy Best Seasons: October – April Start: Tongtongphey (Trongsa) Finish: Reotala (Trongsa) Day 1 Tongtongphey – Jangbi village (Total distance: 7-9.5 kms, 3-4 hours, altitude range 1,000m – 1,350m) After an early breakfast at your hotel, you could afford some time to strut around the Trongsa town, combining it with a …
Duration: 14 days, Max. Elevation: 5,005m Highest Camp: 4,220m Standard: Medium to hard Best Seasons: April to June & Mid September to Mid Nov Start: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Finish: Tashitang (Punakha) Summary: The first part of the Laya Gasa Trek goes along the same route as the Jomolari Trek I right till Lingshi. Besides the unforgettable views of Mount Jomolhari, the …
Duration: Eight days, Max. Elevation: 4,890m Highest Camp: 4,080m Standard: Medium Best Seasons: April to June, September to November Start: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Finish: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Summary: Jomolhari Trek – Jomolhari Trek II is the shorter one of the two Jomolhari routes- -the most popular trek in Bhutan. With altitude differences of 2,500m and nearly 5,000m (lowest and highest point …
Duration: Nine days, Max. Elevation: 4,930m Highest Camp: 4,080m Standard: Medium Best Seasons: March to June & October to November Start: Drukgyel Dzong (Paro) Finish: Dodena (Thimphu) Summary: Jomolhari Trek – Jomolhari Trek I is the longer one of the two Jomolhari routes- and the most popular trek in Bhutan. With altitude differences of 2,500m and nearly 5,000m (lowest and highest point …
Duration: Five days, Max. Elevation: 2,430 Highest Camp: 2,250 Standard: Easy Best Seasons: February to March & October to December Start: Tashitang (Punakha) Finish: Tashitang (Punakha) Summary: The Gasa Hot Spring Trek is one of the easier treks in Bhutanalthough it is advisable to connect the walking days and walk up to the tsachu from Tashitang road head in one day. …
Duration: Three days,Max. Elevation: 3,480m Highest Camp: 3,330m Standard: Easy Best Seasons: September to May Start: Phobjikha Finish: Tikke Zampa Although the trek is possible throughout the whole winter, the best seasons for the Gangte Trek are March to May and September to November. It is a short and relatively easy trek with beautiful villages and monasteries en route. Day 1: …
Duration: nine Days, Max. Elevation: 4,700m Highest Camp: 3,400m Standard: Medium to hard, Best Seasons: March to April & September to November Start: Bumthang Finish: Bumthang Summary: Duer Hot Springs are said to be the most beautiful natural hot springs in the Himalayas. The Duer Hot Spring Trek is a demanding nine day trek along the same route as the …
Duration: Six days,Max.Elevation: 4,200m Highest Camp: 4,110m Standard: Easy to medium Best Seasons: March to June & September to November Start: National Museum in Paro Finish: Mothitang (Thimphu) Summary: Druk Path Trek is one of the most popular treks in Bhutan. It is a short and scenic trek with some great views and beautiful lakes en route. Although it leads up …
Duration: Six days, Max. Elevation: 4,520m Highest Camp: 4,300m Standard: Medium Best Seasons: April to June and September to October Start: Gynekha (Thimphu) Finish: Chamgang (Thimpu) Summary: Although the trek leads up to plenty of beautiful high altitude mountain lakes and provides stunning views of the whole Bhutanese Himalayan range as well as Kanjenjunga (3rdhighest mountain of the world, Sikkim) it …
Duration: Three days, Max. Elevation: 3,360m Highest Camp: 2,800m Standard: Easy to medium Best Seasons: March to May & September to November Start: Toktu Zampa (Bumthang) Finish: Mesithang (Bumthang) Summary: The Bumthang Cultural Trek. Bumthang is well known as one of the main cultural centres of Bhutan and there are many opportunities to visit temples and small Bhutanese villages along the …