6 Nights 7 Days
One of the newest Merak Sakteng treks in Bhutan stands out as a distinct attraction in Bhutan. The scenic valley located at the remotest eastern part of Bhutan offers an experience of a unique semi-nomadic lifestyle, culture, and dialect. The trek runs through the protected area of Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary in eastern Bhutan, which is home to endangered species of animal-like snow leopard, red panda, Himalayan fox, and black bear. A fantastic trek designed to blend with local architecture and ambiances, culture, unique lifestyle. Will Adjust all the design itineraries as you desire and preferences.
Distances: 6 hours, Campsites Altitudes: 3124m
The trek starts from Chaling village with a gradual ascend to Shaktimi meadow. Make a stopover and make it the best time to yak herder’s camp and yak and sheep grazing in the extensive pastureland. Reached to Donmongchu, making further ascend passing the Mindrla pass, Rhododendron forest. Overnight at the campsites.
Distances: 4- 5 hours, Campsite Altitude: 3520m
Start your day, making a gentle ascend through the blend of forest and river bends. Arrives Merak crossing the Gangu village with unique walk loops. Enjoy your time with the people of Merak and spectacular view of mountains and beautiful village. Overnight at the campsite.
Distances: 6 hours, Campsites Altitude: 3079m
Making a gradual ascend with a final glimpse of Merak village from the campsite through juniper and rhododendron forest will reach Nachung pass at the elevation of 4153m. Spend your time relaxing at the keys enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Further will go to Miksakteng at the height of 3079m. Overnight at the campsites.
Distances: 5 hours, Camp Altitude: 2950m
Continuing your journey, descending along the river banks and gradual climb will reach a place where a small stupa was built adorned with colorful prayer flags. Enjoy the surrounding by making your time to stop over there. You might spot Red panda, depending on your luck. Further, making descending walk at sakteng villages. Overnight at the campsite.
Since Sakteng is very much the remotest village with unique culture, dialects, and lifestyle, enjoy exploring around the town, mingle with the most welcoming smile people to gain unique life experiences. Overnight at the campsite.
Distances: 7 hours, Campsites Altitude: 1733m
Unfold day doing the small climb until the end of the village, descend to the river, and continue your journey alongside it through the broadleaf forest. Reaching the Joenkhar Teng village is fantastic. It is situated at the hillside, and its population comprises Brokpa and sharchops.
Overnight at the campsites.
Your last day trek will start short climbing up and through the Joenkhar Teng. Making your journey with ascend crossing few suspension bridges will reach to beautiful Phonmey village. Enjoy your drive to Trashigang, crossing the famous Radhi village, which is very popular for Bura Gho and Kira. Make a stopover at Rangjung, explore the small town. Overnight at the hotel.
Trek ends.
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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.
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