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Trek

Dagala Trek

5 Days 4 Nights · Moderate

Duration5 Days 4 Nights
Tour TypeTrekking
DifficultyModerate
Total DistanceApprox. 39 km
Highest Campsite4,280 m, Labatambar
Highest Altitude4,500 m, Labajong
Temperature-5°C to 10°C
Best TimeMar – May & Sep – Nov

Overview

Druk path trek is usually done with 6 days and its most popular trek in the country. The trails passes through a gorgeous natural landscape of blue pine forests, high ridges and pristine lakes while at the same time offering the opportunity to visit some ancient lhakhangs, dzongs and villages at the altitudes ranging between 2400-4200 m.

This trek also offers hikers stunning views of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest unscaled peak in the world and the Paro valley. The best times to embark on the Druk Path Trek are between March-June and September-November.

Route

Starting and ending point of trek: the starting point of this treks begins from Paro, museum and ends in Thimphu,Sangaygang. The difficulty of the treks is medium. 

Passes we have to cross are:  

  1. Labana 4235 m that’s between Simkotra (4100 m) to Phajoding (3690 m)
Druk Path trek route map

Campsites

This trek is usually done with 5 nights 6 days.

Day 1: Ta Dzong (2450 m) to Jela Dzong (3436 m)
Ascends 986 m | 8 km | 4-5 hrs

Day 2: Jela Dzong (3436 m) to Tsokam (3770 m)
Ascend 334 m | 10 km | 4-5 hrs

Day3: Tsokam (3770 m) to Jimilangtsho (3880 m)
Ascend 110 m | 11 km | 6-7 hrs

Day 4: Jimilangtsho (3880 m) to Simkotra (4100 m)
Ascend 220 m |  8 km | 4-5 hrs

Day 5: Simkotra (4100 m) to Phajoding (3690 m)
Descend 545 m | 10 km | 5 hrs

Day 6: Phajoding (3690 m) to Sangaygang (BBS Tower) 2518 m
Descend 1172 m | 4 km | 3-4 hrs

What the journey includes

Included

  • 3-star hotel accommodation
  • All meals (B/L/D)
  • Private transportation throughout
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Experienced driver
  • Bhutan visa included
  • Government fees, taxes & SDF
  • All entrance fees & permits
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Trekking equipments

Not included

  • International airfare to/from Bhutan
  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities

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