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Trekking
In Bhutan |
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The Kingdom of Bhutan is a Country nestled in the
Eastern Himalayas known as Drukyul (in
Dzongkha) “Land of Thunder Dragon”, and its
people are known as ‘Drukpas’. Bhutan, the
last Shangri-La, independent Himalayan Buddhist
Kingdom fondly maintains its tradition. It has one
foot in the past and one in the future. The
Himalayas in the north separate the Tibetan
Autonomous Region of China, while the rugged eastern
region borders the Indian State of Arunachal
Pradesh, in the south by Assam and west Bengal and
in the west by Sikkim.
Bhutan is a sanctuary of magnificent scenery in the
heart of Himalayas. The country’s history stretches
back to the origins of Buddhism and its spiritually
rich people are enterprising, Pragmatic and
delightfully humorous. They live in harmony with
nature and have evolved a unique identity’ derived
largely from a religious and cultural heritage. The
Kingdom of Bhutan lies in the eastern Himalayas,
between Tibet to the north and the Indian
territories of Assam and west Bengal to the south
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Popular Trekking Destination In Bhutan |
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 Samtegang
Winter Trek
Season: it is possible to do this low
altitude trek through the winter season.
Arrive Paro
Day1.
On arrival at Paro Airport, you
will be meeting by you Bhutan Men-Lha
Adventures and Travelers representative, and
transfer to Hotel in Paro. Afternoon Leisure
O/N hotel in Paro.
Paro –
Thimphu
Day2.
Drive to Thimphu en route visit
Tamchog Lhankhang, lunch in Thimphu, the
Capital city of the Country. After lunch
visit Painting school, National Library,
Folk heritage museum and Thimphu Dzong. O/N
at hotel in Thimphu
Thimphu
– Punakha
Day3.
Drive to Bhutan’s former
capital Punakha, stopping briefly en route
at Dochula Pass(3140m) to enjoy a panoramic
views of snow capped eastern Himalayan
peaks. Continue drive to Punakha and visit
Punakha Dzong, built in 1637, second oldest
Dzong in the Bhutan. After lunch take a
short hike to visit Chimi Lhakhang located
on the lock hill. O/N hotel in Punakha.
Punakha
to Limukha
Day4.
We cross the suspension bridge
over the river by Punakha dzong and walk up
to Shegana. Our trek begins from there with
a gradual climb up through Chirpine forest
to Limukha, visiting Dompala village en
route. Camp near limukha village at about
(1,800m).
Walking distance: 14km, 6hours.
Limukha – Chungsakha
Day5.
The trail takes us downhill
through Rhododendron and oak forested areas.
En route we visit a famous temple used as a
winter residence by Lama Druk pa Kuenley in
the 15th century. Camp near Chungsakha
village.
Walking distance: 15kms, 6hours.
Chungsakha – Samtengang.
Day6.
The trail leads us down and
across Pe-chu river, then up the hillside to
sha village is the sha region of
Wangduephodrang district. We continue on
upwards and camp by the lakeside at
samtengang.
Walking distance: 13kms, 5hours.
Samtengang – Wangduephodrang.
Day7.
We follow the trail downhill to
the motor road near Chuzomsa, where we will
meet the Transportation and transferred to
Wangduephodrang. After Lunch continue drive
to Paro and O/N hotel in Paro. Walking
distance: 6kms, 3hours.
Driving Distance: 4-5hours.
Paro –
Hike to Taktshang Monastery Hike
Day8.
One full day Taktshang
Monastery Hike, this is one of the most
scared religious sites in the country. This
monastery is built on the cliff above the
paro valley with (700m). This site is
founded by the Precious master in the 8th
century and built in 1692. later in 1998 it
was seriously damage by the fire and
renovated. It is 5hour hike. You can also
spend one whole day visiting near by
monastery in this area.
O/N hotel in Paro.
Paro –
Depart.
Day9.
Early breakfast drive to Paro
Airport for your flight to onwards
destination
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 Dhur Hot Spring Trek
This trek follows an old expedition route to Gangar Punsum.
Season: The recommended seasons are March, April and September to November.
Arrive Paro – Thimphu.
Day1. Arrive at Paro air port and you will be met by Bhutan Men-Lha Adventures and Travelers and take you for the refreshment to town. Lunch in the town and drive to Thimphu in the evening. O/N hotel in Thimphu.
Thimphu – Trongsa:
Day2. Morning after your breakfast drive to Trongsa across Dochula Pass at (3,140m) and Pelela Pass at(3,300m). En route lunch in Wangduephodrang and continue the drive to Trongsa. O/N hotel in Trongsa
Trongsa – Bumthang.
Day3. Morning visit Trongsa Dzong and the watchtower, that is converted into Museum. Continue your drive to Bumthang, Lunch in Bumthang and after lunch visit Kurjey Monastery, Jambay Lhakhang and Tamzhing Lhakhang. O/N hotel in Bumthang.
Bumthang – Gorsum.
Day4. After breakfast drive to the starting point for our trek, just beyond Kurjey Lhakhang. Our trail runs upstream along the Chamkhar Chu (River) a river known for its richness in trout fish. Camp at (3,120m)
Walking distance: 18kms, 7hours.
Gorsum – Lungsum.
Day5. Today’s walk takes through dense forests of spruce, hemlock, cypress, and Juniper and maple tress. The trail is rather muddy and ascends gradually to our campsite at (3,160m) O/N at camp.
Walking distance: 12kms, 5hours
Lung sum – Tshochenchen
Day6. The path ascends gradually through dense vegetation to Tshochenchen (3,400m) where we camp overnight.
Walking distance: 15km, 7hours
Tshochenchen – Dhurtshachu
Day7. We trek uphill from Tshochenchen to Juli-la Pass (4,400m). On a clear day, there is a good view of the surrounding mountains from here. After crossing the pass, we walk downhill till reaching our campsite at (3,300m). Mask deer, Himalayan Bears and blue sheep may see en route. O/N at camp.
Walking distance: 17kms, 7hours.
Dhurtshachu Rest day.
Day8. After breakfast relax in the hot spring or hike around the camp area.
Dhurtshachu – Gorsum.
Day9. Another early start, as we walk right through to Gorsum, the Path descends gradually through dense forest, and may be rather muddy in places after Lungsum. We camp over at Gorsum (3,120m).
Walking distance: 18km, 6hours.
Gorsum – Dhur(Motor Road) – Bumthang.
Day10. The trails follows the Cham khar chu (river) descending gradually to Dhur village, where Bhutan Men-Lha Adventures and Travelers Transport will meet you and drive to our lodge in Bumthang. Leisure in the afternoon. O/N hotel in Bumthang.
Walking distance: 9kms, 3hours.
Bumthang – Punakha.
Day7. Morning after your breakfast drive to Punakha with lunch en route. Visit Punakha Dzong in the evening and O/N hotel in Punakha.
Punakha – Paro
Day8. Morning drive to Paro via Thimphu. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang and Paro Dzong, National Museum. O/N hotel in Paro.
Paro – Hike to Taktshang Monastery Hike
Day9. One full day Taktshang Monastery Hike, this is one of the most scared religious site in the country. This monastery is built on the cliff above the paro valley with (700m). This site is founded by the Precious master in the 8th century and built in 1692. later in 1998 it was seriously damage by the fire and renovated. It is 5hour hike. You can also spend one whole day visiting near by monastery in this area.
O/N hotel in Paro.
Paro – Depart.
Day10. Early breakfast drive to Paro Airport for your flight to onwards destination.
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