The Chomolhari Trek is one of Bhutan’s best-known high-altitude routes, circling from the upper Paro valley north to the base camp of Mt Chomolhari (7,326m) and then across two high passes before descending to Thimphu. The trek covers varied terrain from cultivated valley farmland and oak and rhododendron forest to open alpine meadows and high-altitude […]
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The Chomolhari Trek is one of Bhutan’s best-known high-altitude routes, circling from the upper Paro valley north to the base camp of Mt Chomolhari (7,326m) and then across two high passes before descending to Thimphu. The trek covers varied terrain from cultivated valley farmland and oak and rhododendron forest to open alpine meadows and high-altitude yak pasture, with altitude ranging from 2,500m in the Paro valley to 4,930m at Yeli La Pass.
The route starts and ends in Paro, taking in the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery on the first day before heading north along the Paro Chu river toward Jangothang Base Camp at 4,040m. From Jangothang, with close views of Chomolhari and the neighbouring peak Jichu Drake (6,989m), the trail crosses Nyele La Pass (4,850m) to the remote village of Lingshi, then continues south over Yeli La Pass and descends through forest and river valleys to the road at Dodena for a drive to Thimphu.
The trek passes through the Jigme Dorje National Park, Bhutan’s largest protected area, where blue sheep, yaks, and various high-altitude bird species are commonly seen. Villages along the route follow traditional Bhutanese Buddhist culture, with dzongs, chortens, and prayer flags throughout. Best seasons are spring (March to June) and autumn (October to November). The Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee of USD 100 per day applies throughout your time in Bhutan.
We will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery is a sacred Buddhist site located in the cliff side of the upper Paro valley. This temple is said to be built in the 8th century. We will hike to this place and return back to Paro at evening for rest.
We will leave Paro early in the morning and travel by road till we pass through the village of Gunetshawa. After a trek permit check at the army post just outside Gunetshawa, we will head toward Shana, a village near a river Shana Zampa in a meadow surrounded by trees.
The trek continues as we gradually climb alongside the Paro River(Pa Chhu) through the forests of oaks, rhododendrons and ferns till we reach Sio Thangthangkha. If the weather is nice we can have a great view of Mt Chomolhari from here.
This day’s trek is said to be one of the most beautiful trek as we have to pass through a beautiful landscape covered with lush green meadows. Passing through the village of Soe, Takethang and Dangochang, we will approach toward Jangothang campsite.
We will make the most of this rest day here. We can see a prayer flag fluttering in the wind, beautiful views of snow capped Mt Chomolhari and Mt Jichu Drake and crystal clear Himalayan lakes.
We will walk along a trail witnessing the view of Mt Jichu Drake (6,989m) and further ahead Mt Tserim Kang (6,789m). About four hours after leaving Jangothang, the trail ascends along Mo Chhu River from where we will head toward the site of Lingshi camp.
We trek across Yele La Pass (4,820m) from where we can have a great view of Mt Chomolhari, Gangchhenta, Tserim Kang and Masang Gang. After reaching Shodu, we will camp along a stream located nearby.
We will trek along the Thimphu Chhu River through a steep-walled canyon with cliff to the north and a rich cypress forest to the south. Here we have to cross the Thimphu River atleast 6 times before reaching the camp located at Barshong.
From Barshong our trek starts gently through dense forests of rhododendron, birch and conifers till we meet the Thimphu River. From here we have to climb a steep cliff till we finally reach Dolam Kencho where we camp along pasture land.
Inorder to reach Dodena we have to ascend through conifer forests and drop steeply to Thimphu River. Following it southward we reach Dodena. We will rest here for few hours and then drive to Thimphu.
We will drop you to the airport and bid you goodbye.
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You have to book your own international flight from your country to Bhutan and back according to your trip departure dates.
A chauffeur from Mountain Kick will come receive you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Representatives of the company will visit you at the hotel itself and brief you on your trip.
You will trek in the Himalayas in a group of international travellers fully assisted by our guides, porters and local support staff. We will take care of your entire trip as soon as you land in Paro and safely take to your preferred destination and back as per the package you choose. Travel will involve plenty of sightseeing and mixing with local culture.
A regular person can complete the trip with help from our guides and porters. But it is important that you are healthy and have no physical injuries. Trekking for long hours in high altitude and difficult terrain will surely put a strain on your body and you might suffer severe physical and mental breakdown, especially if you are trekking in the Himalayas for the first time. It is, therefore, expected that you have taken light endurance training especially for longer trips.
On most days of your trips, you will trek for a couple of hours only. But some trekking days require as much as six to eight hours of walking in high altitude. However, there will be plenty time each day for rest and acclimatization.
In cities, you will stay in a three-star hotel while you will be staying at standard guesthouses during your travel. There will be electricity, internet, laundry and hot showers in all of the places you stay. You will have to share your room with a fellow traveller in our typical package. At some destinations, especially in the Himalayas, you will have to stay in a tented camp. If you want to make separate living arrangements, talk to us beforehand and we can arrange single rooms for additional $250. Some guesthouses at very high altitudes and remote places may not have attached washrooms or single rooms.
All your major meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included in your trekking package except in cities (where only breakfast is provided for). You will be served local food at all places we dine but you can order anything you like on the menu which you will have to pay for yourself. You will have a range of options so there won’t be a problem if you are a vegetarian or vegan. We make sure you get healthy and hygienic food throughout your travel.
Our guides and porters always put your safety and comfort first. We have English-speaking guides who take you to all major attractions throughout the travel and are happy to answer all your queries. We have one porter assigned each for two travellers and you will have to pay separately if you want to hire extra porters. We have local support staff in all villages and camps you reach to assist you in any way possible.
The guides always carry a professional first aid kit with them to treat with minor injuries. We also have health professionals at villages and camps along the journey. The travel insurance you take (which is compulsory) covers any and all emergency rescue and evacuation.
We are always happy to accommodate your wishes during the travel so far as they do not conflict with schedules and other travellers. If you have special plans, you can talk to us beforehand so that we can arrange a customised trip for you.
You have to bring all travel equipment yourself. Please see the equipment section for a standard list of required equipment prepared by our guides. Most of the items are easily available in Kathmandu in case if you miss any and we also lend you some of the gears for the duration of the trip for a small fee.
There is internet and telephone connection in all of our stops for the day throughout the journey. You will be able to call back home or post your pictures on Facebook everyday.
As soon as you land into Bhutan, we take care of all your travel documents required during your trip. You just need to bring your passport and a copy of your travel insurance. Tourist fees and permits to enter certain areas will be arranged for by Mountain Kick.
Most of the trekking routes are open throughout the year but September through to December and March to May are the best months to travel.
Rides for sightseeing and reaching destinations within city limits are done in a private vehicle like a car, a jeep or a microbus. Most of the long distance travel is done in luxurious tourist buses hired exclusively by the company. In some journeys, you may also need to take a public bus but as you will travel in a group with our guides and support staff, you need not worry about your safety or comfort.
Around $50 will be enough to buy you lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. During your travel, you can get by with around $25 a day. But it depends on how much you want to spend. Due to the exchange rate and predominantly rural economy of Nepal, things are pretty cheap in Nepal.
Almost all international credit cards are accepted in Bhutan. However, not all places, especially during your travel, accept them. There may be a fee involved in processing your card.
Our staff do not expect you to tip them. Generally, travellers tip them if they are satisfied with the service as a means of gratitude. Even when travellers tip the guides and porters, there is no fixed rate. However, if you like to tip them, follow customs of your own country for tipping (which, as we have learned, is 10 to 15 percent of total cost for most western countries).
The government will sanction a visa clearance number which can be used to get an actual Visa at the paro airport during your arrival. Without the visa clearance number one can not board the flight. The ministry forwards the visa clearance number to the druk air station and other check points. But you don’t have to worry about it, cause the visa procedure will be handled by us. The visa procedure fee is included in your trip price. All you need is two copies of your passport size photograph at the airport.
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