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Jomolhari Trek

6 Nights 7 Days

Brace yourself to experience the true beauty of snow-capped mountains, gifting you a memorable journey with an altitude of 2500m to nearly 5000m. The famous Jhomolhari Trek offers the most majestic snow peak mountains view, experiencing the different vegetation from the most forested valley to the high alpine pastureland of yak herders. The broader range of beautiful landscapes with varietal species of flora and fauna will bring you the most remarkable trek in the Kingdom of Bhutan.

Day 1 Sharna – Soe Thangthangka

Distance: 22kms, Duration: 7-8 hours, Camp altitude: 3610m

Experience the scenic 1hr drive to Sharna Bridge through the beautiful farm roads. Then, reach you to the Soe Thangthangka experiencing the trails through Jigme Dorji Wangchuk National Park. The trail routes through the beautiful forest of Rhododendron, Oak, Bamboo, and fern along the fresh flowing river. The view of Mt Jhomolhari can see on a clear day. Overnight at the campsite.

Day 2 – Soe Thangthangka – Jangothang (Base camp)

Distance: 19km Duration: 5-6hrs, Camp altitude: 4080m

Resuming your continued trek ascending uphill with stunted vegetation will offer you a beautiful view of Mt. Jhomolhari, snow-clad mountains peaks, and ridges. Make a stop to yak herder’s homes to experience the unique lifestyle of highlander before you head off to Jhomolhari Base camp. Overnight at the Basecamp.

Day 3 Jangothang Base Camp.

Today, acclimatize yourself at Jangothang and explore the beautiful Tshophu twin lake. Then, spend your time mingling with locals and view Mt. Jhomolhari. Spending your time with locals makes a lovely day discovering their simple lifestyle.

Day 4 Jangothang – Lingzhi

Distances: 18km, Duration: 6- 7hrs, Camp altitude: 4010m

Start another beautiful day walking beside the stream for half an hour. Then, make a stop and spend some time enjoying the most breathtaking view of Mt. Jhomolhari, Mt. Jichu Drake, and Mt. Tsherimgang before you take ascend uphill climb. Reaching Lingzhi after ascending and descending Nyele la pass, relax yourself to enjoy the panoramic view of mountain peaks. Overnight at the campsite.

Day 5 Lingzhi – Shodu

Distance: 22km, Duration: 8-9hrs, camp altitude: 4080m

Enjoy a beautiful morning, sighting breathtaking views of mountain peaks. Then, continue your trek enjoying Mountain View, crossing Yeli la pass, and descend following the stream enjoying the natural beauty along the way. Overnight at campsite.

Day 6 Shodu – Barshong

Distance: 16km, Duration: 6-7hrs, Camp altitude: 3710m

Continue descending through the Rhododendron and alpine forest following the Thimphu chhu is impressive. Enjoy the stunning view of the natural cliff and waterfall on your trail, reaching the top of the Barshong Dzong. Overnight at the campsites.

Day 7 Barshong – Dodena – Thimphu

Distance: 15km, Duration: 5-6hrs

Today will be your last day trekking. First, hike through the rhododendron forest, and following the Thimphu Chhu makes a great combination on your trail. Next, reach Dolam Kencho experiencing ascend climb through the pastureland and woods until you meet our representative. Then, drive to the capital city of Thimphu. Overnight at the hotel.

Trekking Equipment

  • Trekking cook, supporting staff for the trekking
  • Camp assistance
  • Kitchen equipment & utensils
  • Horse
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping mats
  • Foam Blankets
  • Tents

ASTER TOURS & TRAVEL’S Bhutan Trekking Operation

Unlike others, our trekking operation is luxurious, different, comfort and personalized on your journey. You will be joined by our experienced and knowledgeable trekking guide, trekking assistances, experienced trekking chef, horseman to complete the wilderness experiences in Bhutan. Every halt will be in the tents as you opt for luxury or standard trekking packages as clients prefer. Our personalized service will treat you from the steps you head-on, cups of hot tea or coffee in every arrival to campsites or resting location, horse or yaks will carry your belonging, food will be prepared as designed menu. In one sentence, everything will be ready and prepared before your arrival.

Challenges on Trails

Trekking in Bhutan involves physical challenges as you hike or walk into hills, passes, dense forest, harsh terrain with changes in elevation in the mountains, weather changes, and muddy trails as unexpectedly showers in the areas, encountering snows in the mountains and passes as your Trek go on. But, avoiding your disappointments, every challenge and hardship you put on, you will be rewarded with amazing unique experiences and magnificent destinations.

Our Trekking Team

In every Trek, our experienced, knowledgeable, trained trekking guide will lead you to complete your trekking journey, making it into one of your lifetime memories. Every individual crew plays a vital role in the mission’s success, supporting each other in the supervision of the guide and chef. All are more experienced, have good knowledge of the destination, are tough to fight against every misfortune, and are well trained in emergency first aids and mountain sickness.

Meals

In every destinated campsite, Lavish food items are served with our chef’s designed food menu. Every food item is delicious, hygienic, organic, which can boost your energy. Bottle of water and boiled water are served as per your needs.

Packing List for Trek

Technical Clothing

Equipment

Others

  • Down Parka
  • Warm fleeces Jacket
  • Comforatble Trekking boot
  • Lightweight shoe
  • Rain Gear
  • 4 Trekking socks
  • 2long Sleeve Capilence shirts
  • 2 Capilence bottom
  • 2trekking shirt (Non-Cotton)
  • Trekking Pants
  • Pair of shorts
  • Bandana
  • Gloves
  • Warm hats
  • 2pair sunglasses
  • Small Day pack
  • Waterproof duffel for gear
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Trekking poles
  • Mudguard
  • Headlamp or torch
  • Camera and extra batteries
  • Earplugs
  • Water bottles
  • Insulated Drinking mugs
  • Small Towels
  • Plastic bags to keep your gear dry
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Medical Kit
  • Low weight toilet articles
  • Sunscreen, Lip screen
  • Water purification tablets
  • Energy bars
Package Inclusions
  • Accommodation at 3star Hotels or Resort
  • All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • Tea/coffee & bottle of water on the trip
  • Airport transfer
  • Wi-Fi
  • Private luxury vehicles/driver and English speaking trekking guide for internal transfer and sightseeing
  • All touring and Monument pass
  • Visa & Route permit processing assistance
  • Flight reservation assistances
  • Tradition game of Archery/ darts at chosen Hotels/Resort
  • Local farmhouse dinner
  • Sustainable development fee ($65 per night)
  • Bhutan visa fee ($40 person)
  • Museum & other entry fees
  • Bhutanese Gho & Kira (traditional costumes of Bhutan to wear on your trip)
  • Bhutanese Sim Card (1 tourist sim card in the group)