Bhutan Snowman Trek

You will have a flight to Paro. Paro is the main point from where you will start your trek to the snowman in Bhutan. While flying observing the beautiful landscape and foothills of Bhutan from the sky you will reach Paro. You reach Paro you will meet with your Bhutanese guide. You will be escorted to your hotel.

You will start your trek after your breakfast. From Paro, you will take a drive to Shana. After driving for about 20 minutes, you will reach Drukyel Dzong where you will have lunch.

You will be continuing your journey, after the drive of 1- 2 hours you will reach Shana. from ere your actual trek starts, on the way to Shiring Karup you will be passing through the incredible fields of rice, wheat, barley, mustard, potato, and radish as well as herds of cows. On the trail, you will also get the first view of the mount of Jomolhari (7314m). After few kilometers of walking, you will reach the remote village of Shiring Karup. Overnight at the camp on Shiring Karup.

After having breakfast, you will be trekking within Jigme Dorje National Park which is probably the largest protected area of Bhutan. The total area of this national park is 4350 sq. km. you can see isolated farmhouses and plenty of wildlife on the way to Soi Thangthanka. The forest of Soi Thangthanka is filled with oaks, maple, birch, larch pine and alders, and rhododendron. After walking for about 7 -8 hours on the trail you will reach Soi Thangthanka.

Jogothang is the famous place on the Bhutan snowman trek from where you will get the best view of Bhutan’s second-highest mountain, Chomolhari on the top of the remote valley. From Thangthanka out will have to walk for about an hour, slowly you will be leaving the forest line and climbing up to the lovely village called Tengethang. Here you can observe the remote life of Bhutanese, there is a big school in the middle of the village where you will see children playing. On walking few kilometers, you will reach the ba8se camp of Mount Chomolhari. Many of the trekkers might suffer from altitude sickness on the base camp. Overnight at the base camp.

Since acclimatization is very important while trekking in a higher altitude place. Here at Jangothang, you will be having a day off. If you want to get the best view of the mountain range you will have to walk for about an hour from Jangothang. Some of the famous places in jangothang are Tshophu and Nyile La pass. Today you can observe the local lifestyle of Bhutanese people closely. There also few yak herds on the side of the lake. From here you will have a beautiful back view of Chomolhari and Jitchu Drake.

Today you will be walking through some of the places with the exotic view of the stunning Himalaya range like Jitchu Drake, 6,850m/22,470ft, and Tsering Kang, 6,994m/22,946ft. After hiking upward for about 4 hours you will reach Nyile pass at an altitude of 4,817 meters.

From there you will have to trek down towards Lingshi where you will get the first view of dzong atop. Dzong atop was damaged badly by t8he earthquake. There might be the repairing work of houses, hunts, and buildings going on. With the fine weather of Bhutan, you will enjoy the walk with the spectacular views of the mountains. It takes about 4 – 5 hours of walk to reach Nyile la pass from Lingshi. On the way, you will see many yak herders and small stupas throughout the way. Overnight at the camp in Nyile la pass.

You will be continuing your journey with the amazing view of the mountains and observing the cuter n tradition of the Bhutanese people. Today you will be heading on the northeastern part toward Lingshi Dzong. The trail includes the high alpine forest filled with rhododendron and pine tree. if you are lucky enough then you might get the glan8ce of the beautiful daphne.

Once you reach the Chebisa valley you will be stunned by the picturesque and uniqueness of Chebisa. The houses are made up of stoned and are single roofs. On the way to Chebisa, you will also be crossing a huge and lovely waterfall. Overnight at Chebisa.

From Chebisa our next trekking destination is Shomuthang. The trail to Shomuthang has lots of ups and downs so, it might be very difficult for you to walk. Gobu La pass is another pass that you have to cross during this trek.

Gobu La pass lies at an altitude of 4440 meters. From here you can get the backside view of the beautiful village of Lingshi with the best view of the mountains. The path to Shomuthang goes through the gorgeous valley below Jarela. From here you will have to descent through the forest. If you are tired then after walking for about half an hour from the forest you can camp here.

Today will be a long walk so you will have to get up early in the morning. After that, you will be continuing your trekking journey toward Robulathang. When you start your trek, you will have to trek upward crossing the grassy slopes and windswept hills. After that, you will reach Jare La Pass.

You can see Blue sheep and lammergeiers on this pass. After this, once you reach the gap you will see the mark of flags and cairns from where you will see the valley and Sinche La pass. The trail further moves toward the forest of rhododendron, spruce, cypress, and brish toward the valley. After reaching Robulathang valley you will observe the local people wearing distinctive clothes.

Total Attitude- 4,118m/13,510ft,

Passing the Shingela La

Total Altitude- 4,912m/16,115ft

Duration 6-7 hours.

Trek to Limithang via shingle la pass on the snowman trek to Bhutan might be the most difficult part of this trek. From the camp, it will take about 4 – 5 hours of ascent to cross Since La pass. This ascent to Sinche La pass is very hard as the trail is straight upward.

If you take a slow and steady pace to be comfortable then it will be more difficult for you. So, we recommend you to walk fast without a pause to this trek. While crossing the Shingela La pass you will see the striking view of Gnagchenta.

While descending the grassy slopes will make it hard to walk. Moving further to Limithang you will witness the wonderful glacial blue lake and white stream below the exquisite peak “tigers Ears”. Overnight at camp

From Limithang your next trekking destination is Laya. Your trek starts with the descent from the Zamdo Nangi Chhu to the Laya village. Laya village is the largest village on this trek. On the way, you will have to pass through the thick forest and the lovely river flowing at the side of the forest. Laya village is the only village on this trek that is well developing and rich in culture and facility both.

You can find all kinds of facilities here like a large school, electricity, a phone signal and is now only a day even the road head at Koina. Vertically striped yak-hair clothing and strange conical bamboo hats are the major things that s famous in Laya. The interesting fact of Laya is that there are more Tibetan/Mongolian people than Bhutanese people living here.

Acclimatation is the key to a successful trek. Today you are again acclimating at Laya. You can release all the tiredness and pain from the trek. A hot stone bath is also offered in Laya where you can realize your pain and just relax. You can spend this day resting and exploring the beautiful village of Laya.
You can even communicate with the local people. Walking a few meters up from Laya village will provide you with the best view of the mountains. Horses are very famous in Laya you can also do horse riding here.

Altitude- 4,206m/13,800ft

Duration-7-8 hours.

From the Laya village, you will be descending a long way down to the gorge. You will be going through the wooden gateway leaving the 14 Laya village. The wooden gateway is ancient and old lots of cultural beliefs of the people living there. After walking half an hour from the gateway, you will reach the army post of Takasaka. From here walking for a few kilometers, you will be heading east toward Lunana.

Here you will have to climb the forest gradually to an old hut. There are no villages or any kind of human habitat here. You will be gradually climbing up to a higher altitude from here. You will be entering a ringed valley with the Rocky Mountains behind. The trail to Rodhophu has a rocky trail that causes ups and downs. After walking for a few minutes, you will see a checkpoint where you will have to show your trekking permit and passwords.

After about 2 – 3 hours of walking through the rocky trail, you will reach Tsome la pass. Tsome la pass is an extremely beautiful and remote area of Bhutan. After you cross the pass there is a rolling series of folds around the large mountainside of the trek. On the trail to Gangla Karchung la, you will also get to witness the great mountain range of Gangla Karchung (6395m).

Today is probably the great day of this trek as you will be climbing up to the pass from where you will witness the glacial lakes and Kang Bum 7100 meters. The mountain is surrounded by the debris dams at the top of the Lunana. The lakes like snakes twisting down the valley. The trail also goes through the wide forest of red rhododendron with a stunning view of the mountains all over. From the rhododendron forest after walking for a couple of hours you will reach Tarina.

From Tarina, you will have a pleasant walk downwards. The downward valley is surrounded by rock walls and rocky peaks. From here you will observe many exotic glasses of the waterfall from the hill. The valley can be seen very colorful with the flowers and colorful heathers all over. After that again you will be climbing up to reach to first Lunana village of Woche. Woche is very famous for the tea and it has the different varieties best tea in the world. You can enjoy and communicate with the local people of Woche.

The next day you will be trekking further toward Lhedi. The trail to Lhedi goes by crossing the Kashe La pass. On the trail, you will observe the sacred lake of the people which is in pea-green color. You will have to respect the culture of the people and throwing stones and garbage is not allowed on that lake. Continuing your trek, you have to pass Kashe La pass with the magnificent few of the mountains. After trekking for a few hours, you will reach Lhedi. Lhedi s another beautiful village with string houses on the terrace high and the river flowing by the side of the villages. The Houses are here are made of rock.

There are lots of junctions and confusion of the route to Thanza. If you walk continually from Lhedi you will reach Thanza within four hours. On the way, you can stop at Chozo the artic view of the mountains. From Lhedi you will have to follow the river o the junction, then you will be following the route to the upper valley. Once you reach the upper valley then shortly after a few minutes f walking you will reach Chozo. Chozo is also a village of Lunana, and the people of the Chozo valley are more superstitious and believe in spirits.

From Chozo village you Chozo will have to walk through the plain, gradually you will reach to the higher upper valley which is the big village and divided into two sides of the river.

From here trekking for about an hour you will reach Thanza.

Today is the third acclimatization day of this trek. Today you will be resting and exploring the village of Thanza. You will be exploring and communicating with the people of the Thanza village. We will also discover new things about the culture and tradition of the people living in the Thanza village. You can also enjoy wearing the cultural and traditional dress and playing the traditional games of the local people.

You will resume your trek by the steady climb from Thanza. From here you will have to cross the Gophu La pass. On the way, you will exigence the ups and downs on the rocky trail with minor waterfalls from the hills. You will also witness a great view of the lake surrounded by the high snow Peaks Mountains.

After you reach Tshorim by crossing Gophu La pass there are two campsites one is before the lake and the other is after the lake. You can choose any campsite and stay overnight.

This day will be the most beautiful day of this trek. Today you will be having breath-taking views of the mountain’s peaks and the green grassland. In the morning you will observe the striking view of the sunrise from the middle of the mountain peaks.

When you cross the Gophu La you will have a great view of Gangkar Punsum, 7,550m/24,770ft. Geche Woma is the camping place in the valley where you will stay overnight.

The trek continues down to the valley. From the valley, after walking for about 45 minutes you will reach the lunch spot. You can rest and explore there for some time. Then you will have to cross the Saga La pass and while crossing the pas you will have a dramatic view of the mountains. From the pass, you will be trekking down on the steep trail slowly and from here you will reach Sachu Kheti.

This is one of the fabulous days of the trek. Today you will be going through the farmlands which consist of oddly shaped towers, unusual spires, mushrooms of rock, and great cantilevered flakes. While crossing the unnamed pass you will also get a great view of Saga La Pass. From the pass, you will be walking through the huge valley meanders off to your right with more intriguing peaks and cliffs.

Today is a great day along with the great challenge of this trek. it takes 45 minutes to reach a large lake from the Demsho Wom. Just below the Demsho La pass, there is a fine-looking valley that consists of two lakes. This valley lies far from civilization. Habitat is also very less in this region. You will breathe in the cold and clean air in this region. After crossing the path hiking for about 4 hours you will reach Tshering Dorji Yak Herder Cap.

This is also one of the important days of this trek you will be crossing many small passes today and final cam at Padim. The route goes through the many lakes on the higher altitude place and eventually climbs up and down from here to the tail which consists of a level grassy platform. Is and eventually believed that there is a path that leads to Gangkar Punsum heading north, but for humans only; it is too difficult for animals, so after a short walk from here you will reach Padim.

If you get up early in the morning you will get a magnificent view of the sunrise and mountains.

After that, you will continue your trek. Today you will be crossing two paths. First of all, you will be crossing Khemi la Pass, and after you will be moving down and cross Chachi La pass.

We have nearly come to the end of this trek. Today we will be crossing Chachi La pass and trekking down to the Maurothang. On the trail, you will observe beautiful and clear views of the mountain’s peaks. Walking through the sloop and grassy trail finally you will reach Maurothang.

Day 30: Trek to Sephu, 2,672m/8,766ft – 5-6 hours. Drive to Paro

This will be the last day of your snowman trek to Bhutan. It takes 4 hours to trek back to Sephu. From Sephu you will drive Paro via Punakha. On the way, you can see the oldest monastery in Punakha. After you arrive at Paro we will go to the hotel and have a rest.

This will be the last day of your snowman trek to Bhutan. It takes 4 hours to trek back to Sephu. From Sephu you will drive Paro via Punakha. On the way, you can see the oldest monastery in Punakha. After you arrive at Paro we will go to the hotel and have a rest.

This is your last day Bhutan. The trip concludes in the morning after breakfast. WE will take you to the airport for your flight back to your onward destination.