Bhutan Walking Tours

The Bhutan Snowman trek which is also known as the legendary trek is only for the experienced mountaineers/trekkers and is considered to be on of the most difficult trek in the world. Essentially the route, which combines the Chomolhari basecamp and Laya Lingshi treks, passes through the Lunana region and ends at Nikkachu. This trek passes through breath-taking landscapes, crosses over 8 passes and reaches an altitude of about 5,600m/18,480 ft.

Best Season: April-June & September-October
Start of Trek: Drukgyal Dzong (Paro)
End of Trek: Nikachu Zam (near Trongsa)
Duration: 29 Nights / 30 Days
Trek: 23 Nights / 24 Days
Group condition: Minimum 2 persons required to operate this trek.
Trek availability: Private treks for minimum 2 persons on request.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Paro from Bangkok, Kathmandu or Delhi (by Druk Air, Bhddha Air). Hotel.
Day 02: Paro
Day 03: Paro
Day 04: Paro – Shana (Start of Snowman Trek)
Day 05: Shana – Thangthanka
Day 06: Thangthanka - Jangothang
Day 07: Jangothang (Halt)
Day 08: Jangothang - Lingshi
Day 09: Lingshi – Chebisa
Day 10: Chebisa – Shomuthang
Day 11: Shomuthang - Robluthang
Day 12: Robluthang - Lemithang
Day 13: Lemithang – Laya
Day 14: Laya (Halt)
Day 15: Laya – Rodophu
Day 16: Rodophu – Narithang
Day 17: Narithang – Tarina
Day 18: Tarina – Woche
Day 19: Woche – Lhedi
Day 20: Lhedi – Thanza
Day 21: Thanza (Halt)
Day 22: Thanza – Tshochena
Day 23: Tshochena - Jichu Dramo
Day 24: Jichu Dramo - Chukarpo
Day 25: Churkarpo – Tampetso
Day 26: Tampetso – Maorothang
Day 27: Maorothang – Nikachu (End of Snowman Trek)
Day 28: Nikachu – Thimphu
Day 29: Thimphu
Day 30: Thimphu - Paro Airport for Departure.

Note: The above itinerary is a sample, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants,etc., may dictate itinerary changes either before departure or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change this schedule in the interest of the trip participants' safety, comfort and general well being.

Recommendations: The trek is very strenuous and demands top physical form. A physical fitness check-up is a must. Even the experienced trekker should prepare for 2 to 3 months prior to the trek.

Tour Cost Includes

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Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis; however, single supplement is available upon request with extra surcharge as applicable.

Meals , B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner and evening tea with biscuits.

Transport within Bhutan.

Trekking equipment like sleeping tents, dining tents, kitchen tents, toilet tents, mattresses, etc,.

Services of experienced licensed English speaking guides.

Trekking cooks and trek assistant.

Supply of pack and riding ponies.

Bhutan Visa fees.

Museum fees.

Royalty and taxes.

Tour Cost Excludes

• Departure Tax where applicable.
• Air fare.
• Travel insurance.
• Rescue operations by helicopter.
• Excess baggage charges.
• Mineral water, soft drinks and any alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, laundry, telephone calls, tips and any personal expenses.
• Nepal Visa (if entering Bhutan through Nepal).
• Any services in Kathmandu/Nepal (hotels, transport, etc.).
• Any cost arising from political disturbances, strikes, cancellation of flights, deviation in program, delays due to landslides/ road blockage, or otherwise.

(All relevant Terms & Conditions apply)
Enjoy your Bhutan Walking Tour