Bhutan Travel

Trekking in Bhutan

Druk Path Trek - 11 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
This is a classic walk along high, windy ridges, past ruined forts which long ago guarded against Tibetan invasion. Although the route is sparsely inhabited there are wonderful lakes teeming with fish and the area is famous for its spectacular rhododendron forests which bloom in Spring. The views of the Himalayas can be seen in late autumn and winter. After arrival and overnight stay at Paro, the next day breakfast we visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, a victory fortress of the 17th century. On the way back stop at the Takshang (tiger's nest) view point, and also visit a farm house. Spectacular rhododendron forests which bloom in Spring.

Some of the visual delights of trekking in Bhutan. We also visit Ta-Dzong (National Museum) which is considered to be the one of the best natural and historical museum and walk down hill for a view of Paro Dzong with its traditional cantilever bridge over the Pa-chu (Paro River).The next day the Trek starts to Jele Dzong. This is rather a short trekking day so you can relax and enjoy the secnic beauty of the Paro vally. The hike is gradually uphill through pine forest.

Gangtey Trek - 10 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
This is a beautiful trek and one of the few that offers you the experience of the glacial valleys in Bhutan. It is also the chosen home of rare Black Necked Cranes which migrate here in winter from the Tibetan plateau. Gantey is one of the most beautiful places in Bhutan and Gangtey Gonpa is the only Nyingmapa monastery on the western side of the black mountains. For the naturalist flora and fauna are to be found in abundance in a mountain eco-system whose balance has remained undisturbed by the Bhutanese people's Buddhist way of life. This trek visits the villages of Gogona and Khotokha, passing through meadows, fields, forests of Juniper, magnolia and rhododendrons. This is Bhutan’s finest low-level trek, passing majestic snow-capped mountains, protected valleys, and fields of rhododendron, juniper, and bamboo. Gantey -So full of flora and fauna


Jhomolhari Trek - 14 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
Spectacular beauty unfolds on the Jhomolhari Trek. This is probably one of the most beautiful and un-spoilt trekking areas in the entire Himalaya. The trek begins at Druk-gyal Dzong passing through beautiful villages, scattered hamlets and farmland. Rich and varied vegetation from richly forested valley to high alpine pastureland where yak herders graze their animals, trout fishing in the sky blue lake, magnificent views of snowy mountains and the Himalayan blue sheep and snow leopard can be encountered on this trek.

Beautiful Laya / Gasa Trek - 20 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
The attractions of this trek are diverse and many. The semi tropical and alpine forests at lower altitude give sanctuary to a wealth of bird life and flora, while above the tree line there is every chance of seeing blue sheep and various species of eagles and vultures. Throughout the trek, there are magnificent views of the mountains, with Chomolhari (22,500ft), Jitchu Drake and Mt. Gangchey Ta being particularly prominent.

Beautiful Laya / Gasa Trek - 20 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
The attractions of this trek are diverse and many. The semi tropical and alpine forests at lower altitude give sanctuary to a wealth of bird life and flora, while above the tree line there is every chance of seeing blue sheep and various species of eagles and vultures. Throughout the trek, there are magnificent views of the mountains, with Chomolhari (22,500ft), Jitchu Drake and Mt. Gangchey Ta being particularly prominent.

Gasa Hot Spring Trek - 12 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
This is a great trip that visits all the important sights in Bhutan including the towns of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Additionally it offers a great trekking experience into the countryside of Bhutan where simple Buddhist folks live a joyous and contented life full of vigour and simplicity. Highlight of the trek would be a relaxing dip in the Gasa hot springs relaxing every bone in your body, and the memories of the special trek will stay with you for a lifetime. Ninety percent of Bhutanese are subsistence farmers who own their own land, eating what they grow and carrying a few cash crops to weekend markets.

Dagala - Trek in the Land of Thousand Lakes - 11 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
Red Panda locally known as Aamchu Donkha is about 50 cm tall, bright chestnut colored and has a white face. This is basically a botanical trek and Spring is arguably the best time of the year to do it. At the height of Spring which is end of March, the whole valley comes to life with flaming red, pink and white rhododendron blossoms. In the monsoon different varieties of mushroom can be found including the Sangay (mushtakhay) mushroom which is highly prized by the Japanese. The route takes you through Yak herders camps, villages, monasteries and countless lakes. The snowcapped peaks can be best viewed in winter.

Snowman Trek - 30 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : August - November
This is a strenuous and a very challenging trek crossing 11 passes, three which are over 500 meters and requires strong physical and mental preparedness. The trek begins from Paro (west) and ends in Bumthang (central). The trek leads you to the seldom visited region of Lunana, passing some of the last virgin peaks of the Himalayas offering you great variety of trekking conditions, from picturesque farmland and forest to alpine pastureland. Bharal, or Blue Sheep, takin and Snow Leopards can be spotted on this trek. During the spring, summer and autumn, the alpine meadows are filled with countless varieties of flowers. Bhutan's Snow Leopards are found above the tree line at 1500 - 4000 feet.

Samtengang Winter Trek - 11 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : All year round
Time stands still as a Dzong rises out of the winter morning fog. Winter offer its own unique charms and experiences. This is basically a low altitude trek and the route offers the opportunity to visit villages, farms, temples and monasteries along the way. It is rich in culture, nature and scenic beauty.

Bumthang Cultural Trek - 14 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
A typical Dzong (Fort) in Bhutan. This is probably one of the best Bhutan trip that offers the best of Bhutan cultural sightseeing points including the sacred valley of Bumthang as well as look into rural Bumthang. The trek passes through several villages and provides an exceptional opportunity to interact with local folks. Spectacular mountain scenery, remote and dramatic monasteries and pristine Himalayan culture is all included in this beautiful trek.

Dur Hot Spring Trek - 18 Days Bhutan Trek
Best Season : March - November
This trek starts from Bumthang passing through forests of Cyprus, juniper, spruce, hemlock and maple. The main highlight of this trek is the Hot Spring (known for healing properties). There are also good chances of seeing wildlife such as Musk Deer and herds of Blue Sheep on this trek. As on all the treks, here too, the scenery is spectacular.