Discover Bhutan’s High-Altitude Lakes

During your flight to Bhutan, you can enjoy views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Mount Jomolhari and Mount Jichu Drake. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit Paro Dzong, built in the 17th century and now used for both administrative and religious purposes. Continue to Kichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan, believed to have been built by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. In the evening, take a stroll around Paro town and explore the local shops and traditional Bhutanese buildings. Overnight: Hotel in Paro

In the morning, hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, Bhutan’s most famous monastery, located at an altitude of about 3,180 meters. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) flew on the back of a tigress from Singye Dzong in Lhuntse and meditated in a cave where the monastery now stands. The monastery is perched on the edge of a steep cliff, about 900 meters above the Paro Valley. Lunch will be served at the cafeteria. After lunch, take some time to explore the monastery before hiking back down to the valley in the afternoon. Overnight: Hotel in Paro

After breakfast, drive to Genekha, the starting point of the trek. From here, begin trekking along the Geynitsang Chhuand Dolung Chhu rivers. The trail gradually climbs through oak forests, and you may come across yak herders and woodcutters along the way. At around 3,220 meters, you will reach a good viewpoint overlooking the surrounding mountains and valleys. From the viewpoint, the trail becomes gentler as it continues south towards Gur. Continue through the yak grazing areas and reach the campsite at around 3,290 meters. Overnight: Camp at Gur

After breakfast, return to the main trail and continue climbing through blue pine forests. As you gain altitude, the vegetation changes and the trail passes through spruce, fir, and larch forests. After crossing several streams and walking through birch and rhododendron forests, you will reach Pagalabtsa Pass at around 4,250 meters. From the pass, you can enjoy views across the Dagala Range. Continue along the trail and climb beside a stream towards Labatama at around 4,300 meters. The campsite is located near Utsho Lake, which is known for its abundance of golden trout. Overnight: Camp at Labatama

Today, spend the day exploring the area around Labatama. You can hike to one or more of the nearby lakes, such as Relitsho, Hentsho, Setsho, and Jagetsho, and enjoy the mountain scenery along the way. There is also an option to take an excursion towards Jomo Peak, which stands at around 5,050 meters. If you prefer not to go on an excursion, you can spend the day relaxing at the campsite and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Overnight: Camp at Labatama

After breakfast, follow the trail along Dajatsho Lake and climb to around 4,520 meters. From this point, you can enjoy views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Masanggang, Tiger Mountain, Tsenda Gang, and Jichu Drake. The trail then descends towards the yak herders' camps before continuing down to Dochha Chhu at around 4,200 meters. From here, cross three ridges before reaching Panka, where you will camp at an altitude of around 4,000 meters. Overnight: Camp at Panka

After breakfast, begin trekking towards Talakha and cross Tale La Pass at an altitude of around 4,180 meters. From the pass, you can enjoy views of the Dagala Range and Thimphu Valley to the north. The trail then descends through mixed forests of spruce, birch, juniper, rhododendron, and bamboo. Continue downhill until you reach Talakha at around 3,080 meters. From Talakha, continue descending towards Chamgang Village, where your vehicle will be waiting to drive you to Thimphu. Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

After breakfast, begin your sightseeing in Thimphu. Visit the Memorial Chorten, built in memory of the Third King of Bhutan, followed by Kuenselphodrang, home to the giant Buddha Dordenma statue. The Buddha statue is one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world, and the three-storey structure beneath the statue houses temples on each floor. Continue to the National Post Office, where you can personalize your own Bhutanese postage stamp. Later, visit the Drubthob Goemba (Nunnery Temple), the Textile Museum, and the Traditional Handmade Paper Factory. In the afternoon, visit Tashichho Dzong, an important government and religious center in Thimphu. Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

After breakfast, drive from Thimphu to Paro International Airport for your departure flight. Our representative will accompany you to the airport and bid you farewell.