Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek

• Tiger’s Nest Hike:
  • Hike to the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), perched on a cliff. The hike takes about 4-5 hours round trip.
  • Altitude Gain: 870m (from 2,250m to 3,120m).
  • Altitude Loss: 870m (back to 2,250m).
  • Visit the monastery and learn about its spiritual significance.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Paro Valley.
• Activities:
  • Return to Paro for a relaxing evening.
• Overnight: Paro

• Trek Begins:
  • Drive to Genekha (1.5 hours), the starting point of the trek.
  • Begin trekking through terraced fields and forests of blue pine.
  • Ascend to Gur, a campsite near a yak herder’s settlement.
  • Altitude Gain: 490m (from 2,800m to 3,290m).
  • Trekking Time: 56 hours

Overnight: Camp at Gur

• Trek Highlights:
  • Cross the Pagalaptsa Pass (4,240m) with stunning views of the Himalayas.
  • Descend through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows.
  • Reach Labatama, a campsite near the stunning Utsho Lake.
  • Altitude Gain: 1,010m (from 3,290m to 4,300m).
  • Altitude Loss: Minimal descent after the pass.
  • Trekking Time: 67 hours
• Overnight: Camp at Labatama

• Activities:
  • Explore the Dagala Thousand Lakes region, known for its pristine high-altitude lakes.
  • Hike to nearby lakes like Relitsho, Hentsho, and Jana Tsho.
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, and Jomolhari.
  • Photograph the stunning landscapes and wildlife.
  • Altitude Gain/Loss: Minimal (short hikes around the campsite).
• Overnight: Camp at Labatama

• Trek Highlights:
  • Cross the Dagala Pass (4,520m), the highest point of the trek.
  • Descend to Panka, a campsite surrounded by yak herder camps and alpine meadows.
  • Altitude Gain: 220m (from 4,300m to 4,520m at the pass).
  • Altitude Loss: 520m (from 4,520m to 4,000m at Panka).
  • Trekking Time: 56 hours
• Overnight: Camp at Panka

• Trek Highlights:
  • Descend through forests of juniper, bamboo, and rhododendron.
  • Reach Talekha, where your vehicle will be waiting.
  • Drive back to Thimphu (1 hour).
  • Altitude Loss: 920m (from 4,000m to 3,080m).
  • Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
• Overnight: Thimphu

• Sightseeing Highlights:
  • Visit the Takin Preserve to see Bhutan’s national animal, the Takin.
  • Explore the Buddha Dordenma Statue, a massive golden statue overlooking Thimphu Valley.
  • Visit Tashichho Dzong and the Memorial Chorten.
• Activities:
  • Drive to Paro (1.5 hours).
  • Relax and enjoy the scenic drive.
• Overnight: Paro

• Activities:
  • Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure.
  • Bid farewell to the Land of the Thunder Dragon.