Bhutan Trek
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Overview
Highlights
- Visit the Paro Rimpung Dzong.
- Enjoy the trekking in Drukgyel Dzong
- Opportunity to climb Thombu La pass
- Explore Thimpu
- Enjoy the view of Jomolhari is stupendous
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- The trek of your life!
- 2 Guides (1 Tusker and 1 local)
- Excellent hotels
- All meals
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7,217-ft / 2,200-m
From your plane, you get a spectacular view of the Himalayan Mountains, including an exciting peek of Everest on a clear day. We visit the Paro Rimpung Dzong, an ancient fortress dating back to the 17th century.
On our second day we h...
10,663-ft/3250-m •5-6 hours
We start our trek at the Drukgyel Dzong. Today’s climb is gradual, as we wind our way along the Paro Chuu (river), through beautiful meadows, rice paddies and traditional farm houses.
10,663-ft/3250-m • 5-6 hours
We start our day following the river valley, and continue to climb up a steep hill through the mixed of blue pine, oak, tall rhododendron trees, fir, maple, and birch.
We set up camp half way to Thangthangkha, in a clearing in the forest.
11,840-ft/3,630-m • 8 hours
In clear weather, with the early morning sun on the face of Jomolhari, the view is stupendous. We trek up the Paro Chhu valley through alpine meadows and scanty forest growth.
At about 13,120-ft/4,000-m we cross the tree line,...
13,400-ft/4,090-m
The early morning view of Jomolhari is stupendous. We trek up the Paro Chuu valley through alpine meadows, crossing the tree line at 13,120-ft/4,000-m.
We also encounter herders with their yaks in small settlements. Jangothang is truly one of the most beautiful camps in the Himalayas.
13,150-ft/4,008-m • 3-4 hours
The next two days play a key role in our acclimatization. We hike up to Jitchu Drake’s moraine, soaking in the grand views. Jitchu Drake’s peak stands at 22,925-ft/6,989m.
Afterwards we relax at camp, playing traditional Bhutanese darts and exploring the Dzong ruins.
12,467-ft/3,800-m • 9-10 hours
Today’s trek is long, steep and spectacular. We hike past the Tsho Phu Lakes (14,270-ft/4,350-m) and then across the Bonte La pass (16,040-ft/4,890-m.)
Once over the pass we descend, crisscrossing the yak trails to Dhumzo Chuu (river) arriving at camp at 12,467-ft/3,800-m.
13,713-ft/4,180-m • 7-8 hours
Today is a full day, as we trek up to Takhung La pass (14,880-ft/4,535-m). Once over the pass, we have a short descent to the Thombu Shong valley.
13,400-ft/4,090-m
We climb to Thombu La pass at 14,370-ft/4,380-m, aflutter with prayer flags.
The views from the pass are some of the finest on the trek. We make our final steep descent to the Paro Chuu (river) at 9,350-ft/2,850-m.
7,670-ft/2,320-m • 4-5 hour trek • 2 hour drive
After breakfast we head out for our last day on the trail, back to the Drukgyel Dzong, the starting point of our trek. From here we drive to Thimphu and check into our hotel.
We enjoy the sights, sounds an...
7,217-ft/2,200-m • 2 hour drive
At the paper factory, we learn the ancient skill of papermaking, visit the open air market, then drive back to Paro where we enjoy our farewell dinner.
Overnight at the Drukchen Hotel.
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What's excluded
- International Airfare
- Evacuation coverage
- Personal items
- Preferred beverages
- Tips to staff and crew
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At the time we receive written notice from you that you are cancelling your trip, the following fees will apply for each person cancelling:
- More than 90 days before your Tusker departure date - $500.
- 30-90 Days - 25% of the land cost.
- 0-29 Days - 100% of the land cost.
Cancellation terms may differ on customized itineraries.
Group Size:
4-16 members. In the event the group size falls below the minimum number and we are forced to cancel the trip, we will notify you 45 days before departure, and will be happy to reschedule you on another departure, or refund you the full land cost. As we will not refund any airfares, we suggest you purchase trip cancellation/interruption insurance to cover the cost of any airline cancellation penalties.
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