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Snowman Trek
Tour Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 30-days Snowman trek through Bhutan’s pristine landscapes, commencing in Paro with a breathtaking ascent to the iconic Taktshang Monastery. Traverse diverse terrains, from the historic Drukgyel Dzong to the tranquil Laya village, reaching altitudes up to 5,120m. Encounter majestic peaks, ancient dzongs, and remote villages, immersing in Bhutanese culture. Notable highlights include a restful acclimatization day in Jangothang, the awe-inspiring Gangkhar Puensum Base Camp, and the final descent to Duer Village. This unparalleled journey culminates with exploration in Bumthang and a triumphant return to Paro, offering an unforgettable odyssey through Bhutan’s captivating scenery and rich heritage.
Snowman Trek - Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Paro
- Day 2: Hike to Taktshang/ Tiger’s nest Monastery (Acclimatization Day) 5KM/4-5hrs/900m ascent.
- Day 3: Drukgyel Dzong – Sharna Zampa (Distance 17km, four to five hours, 360m ascent, 80m descent, camp altitude 2,850m).
- Day 4: Sharna Zampa- Thangthangkha (Distance 22km, seven to eight hours, 770m ascent, 10m descent, camp altitude 3,610m).
- Day 5: Thangthangkha – Jangothang (Distance 19km, five to six hours, 480m ascent, camp altitude 4,080m).
- Day 6: Jangothang Halt. ****
- Day 7: Jangothang – Lingshi (Distance 18km, six to seven hours, 840m ascent, 870m descent, camp altitude 4,010m)
- Day 8: Lingshi – Chebisa (Distance 10km, five to six hours, 280m ascent, 410m descent, camp altitude 3,880m).
- Day 9: Chebisa – Shomuthang (Distance 17km, six to seven hours, 890m ascent, 540m descent, camp altitude 4,220m)
- Day 10: Shomuthang – Robluthang (Distance 18km, six to seven hours, 700m ascent, 760m descent, camp altitude 4,160m).
- Day 11: Robluthang – Limithang (Distance 19km, six to seven hours, 850m ascent, 870m descent, camp altitude 4,140m).
- Day 12: Limithang – Laya (Distance 10km, four to five hours, 60m ascent, 340m descent, camp altitude 3,840m).
- Day 13: Acclimatization day in Laya ****
- Day 14: Laya – Rhoduphu (Distance 19km, six to eight hours, 1,030m ascent, 750m descent, camp altitude 4,160m).
- Day 15: Rhodophu – Narethang (Distance 17km, five to six hours, 740m ascent, Camp altitude 4,900m).
- Day 16: Narethang – Tarina (Distance 18km, five to six hours, 270m ascent, 1,200m descent, camp altitude 3,970m).
- Day 17: Tarina – Woche (Distance 17km, six to seven hours, 270m ascent, 330m descent, camp altitude 3,910m).
- Day 18: Woche-Lhedi (Distance 17km, six to seven hours, 980m ascent, 1,190m descent, camp altitude 3,700m).
- Day 19: Lhedi-Thanza (Distance 17km, seven to eight hours, 450m ascent, Camp altitude 4,150m).
- Day 20: Rest day at Thanza. ****
- Day 21: Thanza- Tshorim (eight to nine hours, camp altitude 5,120m).
- Day 22: Tshorim – Gangkhar Puensum Base Camp (six to seven hours, camp altitude 4,970m).
- Day 23: Gangkar Puensum Base Camp – Geshe Woma (six to seven hours, camp altitude 4,200m)
- Day 24: Geshe Woma – Warathang (eight to nine hours, camp altitude 4,000m)
- Day 25: Warathang -Duer Tsachu (five hours, camp altitude 3,590m)
- Day 26: Duer Tsachu – Tshochenchen (eight to nine hours, camp altitude 3,850m).
- Day 27: Tshochenchen – Duer Village-Bumthang
- The path follows the Chamkhar Chhu, descending gradually with a few climbs in between. The trek ends here when you arrive at Duer village. From here you drive to Jakar (Bumthang).
- Day 28: Bumthang – Bumthang
- Day 29 Bumthang – Thimbhu/Paro
- Day 30 *****Out*****
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Snowman Trek
- 30 Days/ 29 Nights
Included in this package
- Bhutan visa fee
- Government royalty & taxes
- English speaking tour guide
- Tour vehicle and driver
- 3-star accommodation (twin sharing)
- Daily 3 meals (B/L/D)
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water during tours
- Entry fees to parks and monuments
Not Included in this package
- Flights to and fro Bhutan
- Alcoholic Beverages
- 4 or 5 star accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and driver
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