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Chomolhari Trek

There is very little tourist on the pristine trekking routes in Bhutan. This is primarily a positive off shot of the Bhutanese Government's policulimiting tourist to four thousand a year. Naturally one has the pleasant sensation of breaking fresh ground on treks in Bhutan. The Chomolhari trek follows the crystal clear trout rich upstream trail of Paro Chulalong the verdant Rhododendron canopied forest and salubrious green alpine meadows. Mt. Chomolhari, having one of the most beautiful peaks in East

Chomolhari Trek

Himalayas, stands at a magnificent 7300 m with age old frontier forts and sprawling, yak pastures in its foreground a truly rewarding sight for determined trekers. In the course if the trek, one will have sojourned through several places rich in history in Paro, Thimpu and Punkha Valley.

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Fact of the Trekking

Trekking Destination : Drugyal dzong
Group Size : Min - 1
Minimum altitude : m.
Maximum altitude : m.
Grade :
Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation :
Duration : 12 Days
Entry : paro
Exit : paro

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Itinerary of Chomolhari Trek in detail

Days 01 : Kathmandu to Paro Fly
Fly to Paro from Kathmandu.

Days 02 : Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Satsam Chorten and from there to Taktsang Monastery which means "Tiger's Nest". The Monastery is perched on a rocky ledge with a sheer drop of nearly 4000-ft. and overlooks the Paro valley.

Days 03 : Paro to Shana (2800 m)
Drive to Drugyel Dzong and from here the trek starts. The route follows the river through narrowing valley and agricultural fields.

Days 04 : Shana to Soi Thangthangkha
The trek continues uphill through the river valley and ends to Soi Thangthangkha.

Days 05 : Soi Thangthangkha to Jangothang (4040 m)
The trek starts up the Pa Chu. The valley begins to widen again. All around High Mountain ridges and snow-capped peaks come into views.

Days 06 : Jangothang
Hike around the area. Chomolhari and its subsidiary mountain chains lay directly west and a number of unscaled peaks to the east.

Days 07 : Jangothang to Lingshi (4150 m)
The trek route passess through wide yak pastures and up and down passes. You can have a clear view of Lingshi Dzong too.

Days 08 : Lingshi
An excursion around Lingsi.you can have a plentiful view of blue sheep and musk deer.

Days 09 : Lingshi to Shodu (3963 m)
The trial continues to the Yalila Pass. From the pass one can get an excellent view of Mt. Chomolhari, Tserim Gang and Masagang .The trek continues to Shodu.

Days 10 : Shodu to Barshong (3785 m)
The trek route passes through the Thim-Chu River through forests of Rhododendron. Waterfalls can be seen along the way. The valley later ascends to Barshong Dzong.

Days 11 : Barshong to Dolam Kencho (3628 m)
The trek passes through thick forest of Rhododendron to Thim-Chu, which take you to Dolam Kencho.

Days 12 : Dolam Kencho to Thimphu
The trail continues through forested areas winding up and down and through a small pass. Monkeys can be seen along the way.

Days 13 : Thimphu -Day excursion to Punakha and Wangdi
Drive to Punakha and Wangdi. Visit Punakha Dzong and then return to Thimphu.

Days 14 : Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to visit Tashichho Dzong. Also visit the handicraft emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed. Visit the painting and woodcraft schools where traditional art and painting are still kept alive. Visit the Memorial Chorten, the National Library and Simtokha Dzong.

Days 12 : Thimphu to Paro to Kathmandu Fly
Drive to Paro International airport and then fly back to Kathmandu.

Note : Whatever the conditions the itinerary stated follow, it is for the visitors who prefer full package programme. At the same time, we also serve you based on your choice. The selection of itineraries and the staffs depends on your choice and financial procurement. We have options for any partial visit as per your requirement regarding your interest and financial condition.

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