Jomolhari Trek

Today, we explore the architectural and historical landmarks of Paro including Rinpung Dzong, National Museum, Kichu Lhakang, Ta Dzong, farm house and others.
We also make a hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), one of most revered temple to the Buddhist. It is 2-3 hours of gradual climb to reach the monastery that majestically perched at sheer 800m rock face.

We will meet our trekking crew at the Drukgyal Dzong, the starting point of the trek. Built in 1654 by Shabdrung, it is great symbol of victory over Tibetan invaders. Over centuries, it is main trail route from Tibet into the Paro valley.

We follow the Paro Chu River stream and pass the village of Tshento walking through dirt road to reach Shana. Lunch will be served en route. We pass through an army check post before reaching our camp where guide will obtain trekking permits for you.

Activity & Duration

6 hours trek

Highest Altitude

2800m

After breakfast, we continue our trek through a rocky series of small ups and downs along with Paro Chu. The trail can be muddy if it rains. Today, we pass the junction where the trail braches to the Tibet.

Activity & Duration

21km-8 hours trek

Highest Altitude

3630m

Today, we walk across the small settlements and yak herds and cross the tree line (4,000m). We camp at Jangothang which serves the magnificent views of Chomolhari. Jangothang is the land of ruins where we observe the ruins of ancient settlements.

Activity & Duration

16km-6 hours trek

Highest Altitude

4090m

Today, we stop at Jangothang for acclimatization at higher altitude. We climb to Tshophu Lake (4,300m) which takes around 2 hours from Jangothang.

Today, we continue towards Bongtela Pass crossing Tshophu Lake that takes around 4 hours of uphill climb. The view of Chomolhari and Jichu Drakey from the pass is astonishingly surreal. From pass, we walk downhill to reach our camp at Yaksa.

Activity & Duration

17km-7 hours trek

Highest Altitude

4820m

From Yaksa, we climb across the valley through few settlements that make up the Yaksa village. As we start gaining elevation, we climb over tree line and enter into another valley.

We further climb for 1 hour to reach the Thombu La Pass and from Pass you can see the yak herders grazing nearby our camp at Thombu. If weather permits, you can view some settlements over Tibetan side.

Highest Altitude

4550m

Today, we make short and steep climb through a rocky cliff with a dizzying drop to reach Thombu basin. Further, 4 hours of steep and dusty descend (1 ½ k of vertical descend) leads us to the army check post, which we have crossed earlier. We drop off further for 2 hours from army camp to reach our camp.

Today is last day our trek. We continue towards Drugyal Dzong where our transport will be waiting for us. After lunch at Paro, we drive towards Thimpu, the modern capital of Bhutan. It takes 1 ½ hour drive to reach Thimpu.

Activity & Duration

10km-4 hours trek

Highest Altitude

2334m

Today, we proceed for exploration of Thimpu city. We visit National Memorail Chorten (monument), the Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, Takin Preserve, National Museum, Government Handicraft and other landmarks.

Today, we drive from Thimpu; cross Dochu La Pass (3,000m) to reach Punakha. Punakha used to the capital of Bhutan until 1950s. After lunch, we drive to visit Punakha Dzong located at confluence of two rivers.

This administrative center of Punakha district displays the fascinating view Bhutanese arts and crafts. We also make a short drive to the Upper part of Punakha Valley to pay homage to Khamsum Yulley temple.

Day 13:Drive: Punakha – Paro (140km/4 hour drive)

After breakfast, we drive back to Paro via same route. En route- we stop at Dochu La Pass and continue towards Chimmi Lhakhang temple. It is widely knowns as fertility blessing temples that blesses bare women.

Day 14:Final Departure

Your 14 days Chomolhari trek comes to an end today. You will be transferred to Paro International Airport for your final departure.

Activity & Duration

2.30 hour drive

After breakfast, we drive back to Paro via same route. En route- we stop at Dochu La Pass and continue towards Chimmi Lhakhang temple. It is widely knowns as fertility blessing temples that blesses bare women.

Activity & Duration

4 hour drive

Your 14 days Chomolhari trek comes to an end today. You will be transferred to Paro International Airport for your final departure.