Jomolhari Trek
A superb 7-day trek that leads into fabulous scenery under the beautiful 7,316m Jomolhari peak!
Jomolhari is a superb trek that leads up a long valley into fabulous scenery under the beautiful 7,316m Jomolhari peak. It takes you over two high ridges with magnificent views, before dropping back down above another valley. You will walk through populated valleys early on and meet with yak herders on the high pastures, witnessing Bhutan’s unique culture. Explore virgin forest and marvel at soaring peaks and ancient dzongs (fortresses). Cross high passes, surrounded by splendid desolation while spotting blue sheep and deer.
Before you embark on your trekking adventure there will be sufficient time for proper acclimatisation combined with visiting some cultural highlights such as Taktsang monastery perched on a cliff in Paro.
DAY 1: Arrival at Paro
Reception at airport, light sightseeing
DAY 2: Paro to Haa
Via Chele la (pass), hike to Kila nunnery
DAY 3: Haa
Half day hike to hermitage and local sightseeing
DAY 4: Haa to Paro
Return via detour and hike to little village gonpa on the way
DAY 5: Taktsang Monastery
Hike to Tiger’s Nest
DAY 6: Start of Trek: From Shana to Thangthangkha (1)
Camp at 3,400m, distance/walking time – 15 km/4-5 hours
DAY 7: From Thangthangkha to Jangothang (2)
Camp altitude 4,040m, distance/walking time -19 kms/5-6 hours
DAY 8: Stay at Jangothang (3)
Rest and local excursions
DAY 9: From Jangothang to Lingshi (4)
Camp altitude 4,150m, distance/walking time -19 kms/ 5-6 hours
DAY 10: From Lingshi to Shodu (5)
Camp altitude 3,963m, distance/walking time – 22 kms/ 7-8 hours
DAY 11: From Shodu to Barshong (6)
Camp altitude 3,710m, distance/walking time – 5-6hours
DAY 12: From Barshong to Dolam Kencho (7)
Distance/walking time – 15km/ 4-5 hours, 1hr drive to Thimphu
DAY 13: Thimphu
Rest and sightseeing in Thimphu
DAY 14: Thimphu to Punakha
Via Dochu la (pass) & Lungchutse hike
DAY 15: Punakha to Paro
Punakha Dzong and lunch in farmhouse, return to Paro
DAY 16: Departure