trekking

Walk the Ancient Trails

From moderate high-altitude paths to strenuous Himalayan expeditions.

9 days / 8 nights

Druk Path Trek

Paro · Jele Dzong · Jimilangtsho · Thimphu

Classic high-altitude lake trek through pine forests and rhododendron blooms. Max altitude: 4,235m.

9 days / 8 nights

Dagala Thousand Lakes

Thimphu · Genekha · Labatama · Thimphu

Trek through a land of a thousand pristine alpine lakes. Max altitude: 4,520m.

12 days / 11 nights

Jomolhari Trek

Paro · Jangothang · Lingshi · Thimphu

Epic expedition to the base of Jomolhari (7,326m) — Bhutan's most sacred mountain.

trekking

Druk Path Trek

9 days of classic high-altitude lake trekking through pine forests, rhododendron blooms and crystal-clear mountain lakes.

Duration

9 days / 8 nights

Difficulty

Moderate

Max Altitude

4,235m

Best Season

Mar–May · Sep–Nov

Route: Paro → Jele Dzong → Jangchulakha → Jimilangtsho → Simkota → Phajoding → Thimphu

Day by Day

Day 1

Arrival · Paro International Airport

Arrive at Paro International Airport. Meet your guide and driver. Check in to hotel in Paro, trek briefing & gear check, welcome dinner.

Day 2

Hike · Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest, 3,120m)

Hike to Bhutan's most iconic landmark. 4–5 hours round trip through pine forests. Monastery clings to a cliff at 3,120m above Paro Valley. Return to Paro hotel.

Day 3

Hike · Chelela Pass & Kila Goemba

Drive to Chelela Pass (3,988m) – Bhutan's highest drivable road. Panoramic views of Jomolhari and Jichu Drake peaks. Hike to Kila Goemba – one of Bhutan's oldest nunneries. Return to Paro.

Day 4

Commence · Paro → Jele Dzong (3,480m)

Drive to trek start point (2,487m). Hike through apple orchards, pine forests. Visit Jele Dzong – a ruined fortress with a Buddha statue. Views of Paro and Jomolhari.

Day 5

Trek · Jele Dzong → Jangchulakha (3,780m)

Gentle ascent then ridge descent through dense alpine forest and rhododendrons. Possible sightings of Himalayan monal. Arrive at Jangchulakha – herder's pasture with spectacular Himalayan views.

Day 6

Trek · Jangchulakha → Jimilangtsho Lake (3,880m)

Ridge walk through juniper and dwarf rhododendrons. Excellent views of Thimphu and Paro valleys. Descend to Jimilangtsho Lake – known for giant alpine trout.

Day 7

Trek · Jimilangtsho → Simkota (4,110m)

Through fir forests and alpine willows, passing Janetso Lake. Traverse deep valleys with spectacular Himalayan views. Camp in pastureland near Simkota Tsho Lake.

Day 8

End · Simkota → Phajoding → Thimphu

Climb to a 4,150m pass – views of Gangkar Puensum. Ascent to Phumela Pass (4,235m) – the highest point. Descend through juniper forests to Phajoding monastery. Continue to Thimphu. Check in to hotel.

Day 9

Departure · Thimphu → Paro Airport

Leisurely morning in Thimphu. Transfer to Paro International Airport – end of trek.

What's Included

Included

Full board meals during trek
Camping equipment (tents, mats)
Licensed trekking guide
Professional cook & kitchen crew
Pack animals for gear transport
All ground transportation & transfers
Visa & SDF filing assistance
In-country medical insurance

Not Included

International airfare
Guide and driver gratuities
Travel & medical evacuation insurance
Monument & dzong entry fees
Personal expenses & shopping
Optional activities

trekking

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek

9 days trekking through pristine alpine waters, yak herder camps, and panoramic views of the Himalayan range.

Duration

9 days / 8 nights

Difficulty

Moderate to Strenuous

Max Altitude

4,520m

Best Season

Apr–Jun · Sep–Oct

Route: Thimphu → Genekha → Gur → Labatama → Panka → Talaka / Chamgang → Thimphu