Chomolhari Trek (14 Days / 13 Nights)
The Chomolhari Trek is one of the most popular treks of Bhutan with the variation in altitude ranging from 2500m to 4930m. Nestled high in the Himalayas, Chomolhari is often referred to as the ‘Matterhorn of Himalayas’ due to it being the most stunning mountain peak of the range. The trek offers a wide range of landscapes, flora and fauna in addition to the spectacular view of Mount Chomolhari.
Day 1: Delhi - Paro
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
by Druk Air
Day 2: Paro
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - Thursday, April 25, 2024
Sightseeing
Day 3: Paro - Shana
Thursday, April 25, 2024 - Friday, April 26, 2024
Drive upto Drugyel Dzong where the road ends and the trek begins, following the river gently uphill through a narrowing agriculture valley. Lots of homes, kids and dogs can be seen. Camp is just beyond an army post. Alt. 2800 mts, Distance 17 kms, about 5-6 hours walk.
Day 4: Shana - Soi Thangthangkha
Friday, April 26, 2024 - Saturday, April 27, 2024
Continue uphill through river valley. It narrows and closes in and the trail winds up and down along the drainage. There is actually considerable down on trail. Camp is in a meadow with stone shelter TAB has built for the trekkers. Distance is about 21 kms. 7/8 hrs.
Day 5: Soi Thangthangkha - Jangothang
Saturday, April 27, 2024 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
Up the Pa Chu, you will pass a small army post where the valley begins to widen again. Now views of high ridges and then snow-capped peaks are all around. You begin to see Yaks and Yak herders camp. Lunch will be probably at one of these camp beneath a ruined fortress at the base of Chomolhari. Alt. 4040 mts, Distance -19 kms., about 5-6 hours walk.
Day 6: Jangothang - Halt
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - Monday, April 29, 2024
Trek upto Tshophu for fishing or there are stupendous day hike in 3 directions - Chomolhari and it'\s subsidiary are directly west, Jichu Drake to the north, unclimbed summits and ridges to the east.
Day 7: Jangothang - Lingshi
Monday, April 29, 2024 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Wide yak pastures on the way up and down the pass, possibly still some people in their Yak tents depending on the time of the year you are there. Great views of Lingshi Dzong as you come down into the Lingshi basin if the weather is clear. Tserim Kang and its descending glaciers at the north end of the valley. Camp is in a stone shelter TAB has built for the trekkers. It has an inside fire pit and you can sleep on a wood floor or in tent. Alt. 4150 mts., Distance - 19 kms., about 5-6 hours walk.
Day 8: Lingshi - Halt
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 - Wednesday, May 1, 2024
On the day halt at Lingshi,a day excursion to Tshokha (lake) i.e, Base camp of Jichu Drake can be done. During the excursion hundreds of Blue sheep, Musk deer can also be seen on the way. Alt. 4500 mts., Distance - 15 kms., about 3-4 hours walk.
Day 9: Lingshi - Shodu
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - Thursday, May 2, 2024
The trail ascends upto the Yalila pass (4820 mts.). From the pass Mount Chomolhari, Tserim Kang and Masagang can be seen on a clear day. There is actually considerable down on trail. Camp is in a stone shelter TAB has built for the trekkers. It has an inside fire pit. Alt. 3963 mts., distance 22 kms., about 7-8 hours walk.
Day 10: Shodu - Barshong
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - Friday, May 3, 2024
Follow the Thimphu -chu through the forest of Rhododendrons, water falls, it narrows and closes in and the trail winds up and down along a drainage. Ascending up to the ruins of Barshong Dzong. Camp just below ruined fortress with stone shelter TAB has built for the trekkers. Alt.3785 mts, Distance - 13 kms., about 3-4 hours walk.
Day 11: Barshong - Dolam Kencho
Friday, May 3, 2024 - Saturday, May 4, 2024
Descending down to meet Thimpu-Chu following gradually through the forest of thicker Rhododendrons, and ascending upto pasture land. Camp in a meadow. Alt. 3628 mts, distance 11 kms., about 3-4 hours walk.
Day 12: Dolman Kencho - Thimphu
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - Sunday, May 5, 2024
Continue up-hill through the forest to a small pass. The trail winds up and down along the drainage. The wild animal like Languor can be seen. When at Dodina we meet the transportation. Distance - 14 kms., about 4-5 hours walk. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13: Thimphu - Sightseeing
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - Monday, May 6, 2024
A full day of sightseeing and shopping in Thimphu.
Day 14: Thimphu - Paro
Monday, May 6, 2024 - Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Morning transfer to the airport for the flight to the onward destination.
