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Although the Himalayas have always held a long-standing attraction
to the western world it is a recent development here. Bhutan is one of the most
exclusive and rare destinations for any tourist. The unique culture,
architecture, lofty snowcapped peaks, fortress like dzongs, Lamaist Buddhist
traditions and its friendly people leave an everlasting impression on the
visitor. Like all tours to Bhutan, trekking in Bhutan can only be organized
through a registered agency in Bhutan.
Spectacular, uncrowded and tranquil settings are the norm as we explore Bhutan,
one of the world’s last unspoiled frontiers, by foot. Enjoy awe-inspiring
surroundings, breathe in fresh mountain air and let your spirits soar among
towering peaks, as we trek in this land of endless beauty. More than 20 virgin
peaks over 7,000 meters including Gangkar Phunsum, the world’s highest unclimbed
mountain, rise as guardians high above the sweeping river valleys.
For centuries, Bhutanese have treasured the natural environment and have looked
upon it as the source of all forms of life. This traditional reverence for
nature has delivered Bhutan into the 21st century with an environment still
richly intact. In less than 60 miles, Bhutan rises 25,000' from the subtropical
jungles of the south to the arctic cold of the high Himalayas. The country has
been identified as one of the ten most important bio-diversity hot spots in the
world (those places that together constitute less than two percent of the
globe’s surface area but contain more than 50 percent of its biodiversity) and
as one of the 221 global endemic bird areas. Its ecosystem harbors some of the
most exotic species of the eastern himalayas with an estimated 770 species of
birds and over 2000 varities of flowering plants including 50 species of
rhododendron. In addition there is an astonishing variety of medicinal plants
and orchids. Rare and exotic wildlife include takin, snow leopard, one-horned
rhinoceroses, red panda, golden langur monkey, blue sheep, Bengal tiger, water
buffalo and elephant. About 26.5% of Bhutan’s natural habitat is protected in
the form of national parks and wildlife refuges, and more than 72.5% of the
country’s total land area is under forest vegetation.
Trekking in the unspoiled wilderness of Bhutan, where silence and solitude
reign, rewards us with a true feeling of accomplishment and discovery, and
creates a memory that lasts forever. Join us on one of our Treks and find out
why Bhutan represents one of the best and the last chances for the conservation
of biological diversity in the eastern Himalayas. Bhutan’s trek routes are
unpolluted and pristine. There are no lodge or hotel facilities along the way.
All our treks are full service operations. Our trained guides and trekking crew
accompany the group throughout the journey. Pack animals, ponies and yaks, take
care of all the “heavy lifting”, carrying all luggages, provisions and
equipment, leaving the trekkers with only a light daypack with camera and other
personal items needed for the day. Everyday, the trekking support staff walks
ahead and pitches camp before the trekkers arrive, and our well trained cooks
prepare excellent meals.
Treks vary from short three-day easy walks across low altitudes to the streneous
four-week Snowman Trek that covers 356 kilometers and climbs three of the
kingdom’s highest passes. If you are generally in good health, have interest in
nature and history, and want to break out of your day to day routines by
visiting an exotic land and experiencing a unique culture, it's most likely that
one or more of our trips will match your imagination.
Bhutan offers
lots of opportunities for trekking with its splendid scenic beauty, lofty
mountains and deep valleys untouched by modernization. Trekking in this
Himalayan kingdom is a wonderful experience for any one who enjoys hiking and
camping in rich natural habitats, meeting indigenous people and their cultures.
It is quite different from trekking in Nepal where you may meet other trekkers
at every bend. The country ranges from the dense forest of subtropical jungles
to the alpine shrubs, endowed with a wide spectrum of Himalayan flora and fauna.
The land is thinly populated with scattered settlements. A person may walk for
several days before sighting a village.
Although the Himalayas have always held a long-standing attraction to the
western world it is a recent development here. Bhutan is one of the most
exclusive and rare destinations for any tourist. The unique culture,
architecture, lofty snowcapped peaks, fortress like dzongs, Lamaist Buddhist
traditions and its friendly people leave an everlasting impression on the
visitor.
Major Trekking Routes We Operate in Bhutan
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Beautiful
Gasa Trekking Bhutan
This is a moderate trek, which
includes 5 days of sightseeing in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and the
surrounding valleys. Highest altitude on this trek
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Easy |
10 |
From USD 1850 |
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Bhutan Bird Watch Trek Bhutan
Bhutan has a total land area of 46,500 square
kilometers and an impressive diversity of plant, animal and bird
species. The country’s rich biological diversity is the
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Strenuous |
19 |
From USD 3425 |
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Bumthang
Culture Trek Bhutan
The lovely Bumthang valley is the
religious heartland of the nation and home to some of its oldest
Buddhist temples and monasteries. This three day
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Easy |
11 |
From USD
1850 |
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Chelila
Nature Trekking Bhutan
Trekking in the Himalayas, is an altogether awesome experience
that cannot be described by words. It is unlike any other experience.
It is said that to
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Easy |
7 |
From USD 1110 |
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Chomolahri
Trekking Bhutan
Jomolhari Trek I is the longer one of the two Jomolhari
routes- and the most popular trek in Bhutan. With altitude differences
of 2,500m and nearly 5,000m
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Moderate |
15 |
From USD 2500 |
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Dagala
Trekking Bhutan
This is a short trek, near
Thimphu, to a large number of lovely
high altitude lakes. You pass through terraced paddy fields and through
coniferous forests,
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Easy |
11 |
From USD 1850 |
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Druck
Path Trekking Bhutan
This short 6-day Druk
Path trek goes from Paro valley to Thimphu (or vice versa), crossing a
chain of mountains that separates the two valleys. Although there
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Easy |
11 |
From USD 1850 |
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Dur
Hot Spring Trekking Bhutan
Bhutan for a long time
the "Forbidden Kingdom", still limits the number of tourists visiting
the country, To protect the cultural heritage and preservation of
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Strenuous |
17 |
From USD 2900 |
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Gangte Trekking
Bhutan
Although the trek is
possible throughout the whole winter, the best seasons for the Gangte
Trek are March to May and September to November. It is a short
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Easy |
8 |
From USD 1295 |
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Jomolahri
Trekking Bhutan
Jomolhari Trek II is the shorter one of the two Jomolhari
routes- -the most popular trek in Bhutan. With altitude differences of
2,500m and nearly 5,000m
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Easy |
14 |
From USD 2375 |
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Laya
Gasa Trekking Bhutan
Do
you share our interest
in people, hiking in and near mountains and water ? If so trek
with us in the most beautiful locations of Bhutan. On this trail you |
Easy |
10 |
From USD 1850 |
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Punakha
Winter Trek Bhutan
This scenic trek offers a delightful experience of the Bhutanese
countryside and culture. Passing through pine forests, alive with
rhododendron, birds and
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Easy |
12 |
From USD 2025 |
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Rodung
La Trekking Bhutan
This route was the most
important trade route to eastern Bhutan till the road was built.
Nowadays hardly anybody, except some ardent trekkers, travels
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Strenuous |
17 |
From USD 2900 |
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Samtengang Winter Bhutan
The best time for Samtengang
Winter Trek might be March to April and October to November, but as
the name suggests, it is possible throughout the whole winter.
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Easy |
10 |
From USD 1850 |
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Snow Man I Trekking Bhutan
The Lunana trek can be combined
with the Chomolhari trek to become the Snowman trek, a long and demanding trek
taking three weeks. This trek is considered to
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Strenuous |
27 |
From USD 4650 |
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Snow Man II Trekking Bhutan
The Snowman Trek is an
extension of the beautiful Laya Gasa Trek, and leads from Laya further
into the high altitudes of the Bhutanese Himalayas. It takes tough
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Strenuous |
27 |
From USD 4650 |
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