CHOMOLHARI TREK

This trek is one of the most popular treks in Bhutan that endows you with great variety of Bhutanese landscape.

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    15 Days
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This trek is one of the most popular treks in Bhutan that endows you with great variety of Bhutanese landscape and is without doubt, one of the most beautiful & unspoiled trekking areas in the entire Himalayas.

On this 12 day trek you not just embrace an amazing opportunity to trek the hotspots of Bhutan but also get to feast on an incredible diversity of mountains and ecosystems. A hike to Takstang Monastery provides ample acclimatization for a delightful trek from Drugyal dzong towards campsite at Shana (2800m) and thereon to Soi, Thangthangkha and then to Jangothang. A rest day in Jangothang acclimatizes you completely for further trek to Lingshi, Shodu, Barshong and finally to Dodina.

Along the trekking trail, nature scintillates you with its lush forests of pine, oak, rhododendron, juniper, bamboo and spruce, Pachu River gracing down the majestic landscape, outstanding views of Chomolhari (7320m), Jichu Drake (6900m) and Tshrim Khang, cliffs overlooking stunning views of cascading waterfalls, yak pastures and trout-fishing sites. If you get lucky, you may get to spot rare fauna like blue sheep and snow leopard. Eventually, after insightful sightseeing in Thimpu you bade your farewell to Bhutan with indelible trekking experience, photographs and mementos that intimately bond you to Bhutan and its people throughout your lifetime.

Day 1 :  ARRIVE KATHMANDU
Day 2 :  SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Day 3 :  FLY TO PARO
Day 4 :  HIKE TO TAKTSANG MONASTERY
Day 5 :  TREK FROM DRUGYAL DZONG TO SHANA
Day 6 :  TREK FROM SHANA TO SOI THANGTHANGKHA
Day 7 :  TREK FROM SOI THANGTHANGKHA TO JANGOTHANG
Day 8 :  A REST DAY IN JANGOTHANG
Day 9 :  TREK FROM JANGOTHANG TO LINGSHI
Day 10 :  TREK FROM LINGSHI TO SHODU
Day 11 :  TREK FROM SHODU TO BARSHONG
Day 12 :  TREK FROM BARSHONG TO DODINA AND DRIVE TO THIMPHU
Day 13 :  VISIT LOCAL MARKET IN THIMPHU AND DRIVE TO PARO
Day 14 :  TRANSFER TO AIRPORT FLY TO KATHMANDU
Day 15 :  FINAL DEPARTURE

Before heading Bhutan for Chomolhari trek, you will spend a couple of days enjoying the scenic beauty. It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. A representative and driver from Nepal Himalayan Voyages will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. The representative will help you check into Hotel. At the hotel you will be briefed about your daily activities and given a quick overview of the Chomolhari trek. Check in at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel Malla or Hotel Manang.
After breakfast at the hotel, commence the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city, Swayambhunath and Patan city. KATHMANDU CITY: Kasthamandap, the source of the name Kathmandu means ‘made from the timber of a single tree’. Also known as Kantipur, the capital Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's art and culture. It is a place for rest, relaxation and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic temples and monuments. Kathmandu Durbar Square with its arrays of temples, Seto Machhindranath and the ancient palace of the former Nepali Royals enriches your experience of the centuries old civilisation. SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA: Said to be around 2000 years old, this Buddhist Stupa sits atop a hill and is located in Kathmandu. The main stupa of Swayambhunath is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire crowned by a pinnacle of Copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. The hill of Swayambhunath is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples. You’ll get a scenic view of Kathmandu city from there. PATAN CITY: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu, Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the valley. A destination for connoisseurs of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments. Sightseeing around Patan is quite an enthralling experience. Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty later expanded and enriched by the Licchavi and the Malla rulers in the medieval period. Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. The former Royal palace complex is the centre of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a beautiful museum. Overnight at Hotel Malla or Hotel Manang.
On day three, we leave Kathmandu and head for Bhutan. After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to airport from and then flown to to Paro . To begin the Chomolhari trek, you arrive at Paro by Druk air BAe 146-100 series which is the only national carrier. The flight into the Himalayas is truly a memorable experience. As the aircraft enters Bhutan’s Paro valley, you will start to see the Paro Dzong overlooking the Paro chu (river) with Ta Dzong (National Museum) above it. Upon arrival and after completing the visa formalities, you will be received by our Bhutan representative and escorted to Kichu resort. If you have enough time before beginning the Chomolhari trek, you will be taken for a visit to the National museum and Rinpung Dzong. Check in Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
Bhutan’s Chomolhari trek is one of the most sought after treks in the country. To acclimatize for the trek, you will hike to Taktsang monastery which means “a tiger's den” and lies at an altitude of 3000m. It takes about 2/3 hours to reach there. The monastery was gutted by fire in 1998 but the remains of the structure still attract visitors. The Royal Government of Bhutan has taken immediate steps to restore and re-construct the old structure. Tea and snacks will be served at the cafeteria where you can gaze at this beautiful monument built during the 17th century. Stroll back to Kichu resort. Evening at leisure . Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
Bhutan’s Chomolhari Trek begins from Drugyal Dzong - Shana and the walking distance is 16 kilometers and takes 5/6 hours. The path leads down to the Pa Chu river and runs on the left side passing villages and scattered farmlands. Before reaching the camp you will cross a military camp and trekking permits have to be produced. A nice campsite known as Shana Zam at an altitude of 2800m is located just beyond the military camp. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
The trek from Shana to Soi Thangthangkha takes around 8/9 hours. The trail is easier without any steep climbs through dense forest of oak, pine and spruce. The Camp lies on the left side of the river at an altitude of 3600 marked with two stone shelters of 3800 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
Soi Thangthangkha and Jangothang are 12 kilometers apart and it takes around 4/5 hours to reach Jangothang. This is one of the most important sections in Chomolhari trek Bhutan. The path ascends for a while till you reach a army camp. After a kilometer pass a village called Jampu towards the north. From here you will be above the tree line enjoying the stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. Occasionally, you will pass by solitary houses of the yak herders before you finally reach the old ruins of the fort known as Jangothang at an altitude of 4050m with a community hall. This is also the Chomolhari base camp. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
Jangothang halt - Options: Excursion to the nameless view point at an altitude of 5250 offering beautiful view of Mt. Chomolhari and Kungphu. Fishing can also be done at Tshophu Lake, filled with giant rainbow trouts, clients have to bring their own equipment or relax at the camp. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
Jangothang to Lingshi. The trail to Chomolhari follows the stream for half hour and crosses the bridge to the right side. Climb up the ridge and enjoy stunning views of Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tshrim Khang mountains. Then you walk through the wide open valley sometimes coming across herds of blue sheep. The climb upto the Nyele la pass 4700 meters is not too difficult and the view is breathtaking. After the pass, its a gradual descend and through the valley with beautiful views on all side. Nearing the camp, you will see the Lingshi Dzong perched ontop of a hill with commanding view of the valley. You will arrive the camp at 4100 meters near a stone shelter. Walking time: 6/7 hours. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
Lingshi to Shodu. Today is the most difficult day in the Chomolhari trekking route so start early. Begin walking opposite the Dzong gradually through the valley until the stiff climb to Yale la pass at 4950 meters the highest point of the trip. The panoramic view of Mt.Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tshrim Gang is breathtaking. After the pass, it is a long descent to the camp at 3750 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
From Shodu to Barshong, the path follows the Thimchu river descending through rhododendron, Juniper and pine forests. The view of the cliff facing rocks and water falls are stunning. The trail gradually ascends after 3/4 hours to the ruins of Barshong Dzong reaching the camp at 3500 meters. Walking time 5/6 hours. Dinner and Overnight at CAMP.
Barshong to Dodina. The path descends for a while joining the Thimchu river and gradually ascending and descending through thick bamboo and pine forests. From Dolemkencho the trail descends all the way to Dodina where the Our coach will be waiting for your return. Walking time is 7/8 hours. Drive 1 and half hour to Thimphu (capital city). Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
Morning stroll around the market and drive 2 hours to Paro. While you are on your way back from Chomolhari trek, you can see many exquisite sceneries on your way until you reach Thimpu. The market at Paro is crammed into a set of stalls on both banks of the Wang Chhu, just north of Changlimithang Stadium. Vendors from throughout the region, it is an interesting place to visit, where village people jostle with well-heeled Thimphu residents for the best and cheapest vegetables and foodstuffs. Depending on the season you may find potatoes, garlic, numerous varieties of chillies, red and white rice, cauliflowers, cabbages, lettuces, eggplants, asparagus, peas, several kinds of mushrooms and the young, curly fern fronds known as nakey. Fruits come from local orchards and from southern regions. You will find oranges, apples, bananas, mangoes, apricots, peaches and plums. Evening drive to Paro. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
Transfer to airport where the guide will help you with the final departure formalities. On arrival at the Kathmandu airport meet, assist by our airport representative and transfer to Hotel. Check in at Hotel Malla or Hotel Manang. Overnight at Hotel Malla or Hotel Manang.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to airport fly to onward destination. We ensure that you will leave your hotel with cherishing memory of Chomolhari trek Bhutan and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative from Nepal Himalayan Voyages will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back.home.

Includes

  • Assisted upon arrival at the airport by our office representative.
  • All arrival and departure transfers as per the itinerary by a/c vehicles.
  • 03 Nights single/twin/double room accommodation as per the above hotel in Kathmandu on BB basis.
  • 07 nights / 08 days Bhutan on camping trek and 4 nights accommodation using 3 star hotels on full board basis as per the itinerary using twin/double room and tented accommodation sharing basis.
  • All sightseeing tour and transfers as per the itinerary with English speaking local guide in Bhutan.
  • Private transfers by comfortable car/van/minibus as per the group strength in Bhutan.
  • Tourism development fee and entrance fee.
  • FIT Surcharges [1 pax and 2 pax].
  • All sightseeing tours mentioned above itinerary with our local English speaking guide including entrance fees in Kathmandu.

Excludes

  • International Airfare and taxes.
  • Bhutan visa fee (as above).
  • Nepal visa fee.
  • Personal expenses and insurance.
  • Any meals in Kathmandu.
  • Extra baggage charges in airport.
  • Personal gears and clothing[will send you once we receive the confirmation].
  • Tips, any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation / road block due to any reason.
  • Table drinks, snacks while trekking.
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