TASHI GONGPHEL TOURS (Bhutanvisitors)
DRUK PATH TREK (The Short Trek in Bhutan), DAGALA TREKS, THOUSAND LAKES TREK
Bhutan Trekking
Bhutan’s stunning natural beauty and the relatively isolated nature of its trekking trails make the country a veritable paradise for trekkers. It is one of the few places left in the world where you could trek for days and end without coming across any human habitation or better still, other trekkers. The number of trekkers has been growing slowly but steadily.
For the adventurous and the nature lover, trekking is the best way to see Bhutan’s changing landscape. The kingdom is much sought after for its pristine trails that lead through a Himalayan wilderness full of some of the most exotic and endangered species of flora and fauna.
There are twenty eight routes open to trekkers. From simple day long treks, to the popular six-day Druk Path and the fascinating 21-day Snowman Trek – Bhutan has a trek to suit every interest.
Tashi Gongphel Tours can recommend a trek for every enthusiast
This is a most delightful way to explore the natural wonders of Bhutan.For those interested in trek, undoubtedly the Tashi Gongphel Tours will provide all relevant information but a few general points to keep in mind are.
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In Bhutan you will be shouldering a rather light backpack as you only have to carry essentials like water, a jacket and a cemera-the rest of your equipment, which should not exceed 15 kg, is carried by pack horses or yaks.
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You should be accommodated in two-person tents equipped with foam pads that serve as mattresses and your luggage will be stowed in with you.
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The pack animals, guides and cooks will camp close by and hot meals are served in a dining tent.
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Due to the topography trekking in Bhutan involves more than the usual number of ascents and descents in a day and hence you could be on the move for 8-9 hours.
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Tashi Gongphel Tours will provide tents and other basic equipment but you will have to bring your own sleeping bag and other specific gear.
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The trekking season is resonably short. March-May and September-October are regarded the best periods as the weather is clear.
DRUK PATH TREK (The Short Trek in Bhutan) 10 days
Seasons: March to May & September to November
This is possibly the most spectacular and popular trekking route in Bhutan, which leads from Paro to Thimphu or vice versa, Traversing mountain passes, through lush green valleys and passing several small high altitude lakes.
You are likely to spot the rare blue poppy besides other exotic flora. The duration of the trek ranges between four and six days and it is a moderate difficult one with the maximum altitude reached being 13,776ft/4200m.
The area is famous for its spectacular rhododendron forests, which bloom in May. In the clear weather of late autumn and winter there are great views of the Himalayas.
DAGALA TREK, THOUSAND LAKES TREK, 13 days
Seasons: The best months for this trek are April, September and October
This trek starts above Thimphu and takes you to several mesmerizing high altitude lakes but unfortunately nowhere close to the fabled thousand.
The duration of the trek is six days and this is not a much frequented route. Although your highest camp at is 14,104ft/4300m, the route takes you up to a lofty 15,416ft/4700m from where you get spectacular mountain views.
This is an excursion of medium difficulty.