7 days Druk Path Camping Trek in Bhutan

7 days Druk Path Camping Trek in Bhutan

Bhutan is a no ordinary place on Earth. It is the last great Himalayan kingdom, enveloped with mystery and magic, where a traditional Buddhist culture concisely hugs global developments.
Are you guys looking forward to a short trek to Bhutan? If you really are, then Druk Path Trek is the best fit for your walking cravings. It takes you to the intimacy of hills and mountains with its moderate difficulty level. This trekking trails pass through the ‘routes less traveled’ and covers so much of the countryside. Also, the trekking trails encompass through the forested hills, beautiful lakes, and narrow trails.

With Druk Path Trek in Bhutan, you can get basic insight on Bhutanese lifestyle, local rural chronicles of life, cultural vibes and spirituality in short frame of time. Book this trip, Druk Path Trek to Bhutan with us.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Paro and Trek to Jele Dzong

Stop At: Jele Dzong, Bhutan
This is the first day of your trek. It is a long day as we have to climb more than 1,000m elevation. We commence our hike from the Ta Dzong (National Museum) in Paro. The trek encompasses through gravel road past a few farms for about 30 minutes of time frame. After which it climbs up a steep ridge before leading through blue pine and fir forests to Damche Gom. Once we reach the ridge below Jili Dzong we will descend down about 100m to the campsite below Jele Dzong.


Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at tea lodge / Camping tent

Day 2: Trek from Jele Dzong to Jangchulakha

Stop At: Jele Dzong, Bhutan
The second day of trek starts with a climb for about an hour followed by the gradual ascend. The less travelled route takes you amidst the thick alpine forest and dwarf rhododendron trees. One may encounter yaks and yak herders around the campsite.

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at tea lodge / Camping tent

Day 3: Trek from Jangchulakha to Jimilang Tsho

Stop At: Jimilang Tsho, Bhutan
This is the 3rd day of our Druk Path Trek where the trail follows the ridge. On a clear day, the awe-inspiring vistas of the mountains and valley look mesmerizing. Our campsite is close to the Jimilang Tsho Lake which better known for its giant sized trout.

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at tea lodge / Camping tent

Day 4: Trek from Jimilang Tsho to Simkotra Tsho

Stop At: Simkotra Tsho, Bhutan
Today is your 4th day of our trek. Today we will take you through dwarf rhododendron trees and Janetso Lake. One may come across some yak herder’s camps where you will have the opportunity to capture the best shots in travel genre. Like yesterday, the campsite will be close to Simkotra Tsho Lake.

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at tea lodge / Camping tent

Day 5: Trek from Simkotra Tsho to Phadjoding

Stop At: Phajoding, Bhutan
As like previous days, the 5th day of trek commences with a gradual ascend. If the weather allows, we will have a spectacular view of Mount Gangkar Puensum, the highest mountain of Bhutan and other mountains. From here, the trek proceeds downhill to Phadjoding for a night halt. The camping site is above Phadjoding. 


Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at tea lodge / Camping tent

Day 6: Trek from Phadjoding to Thimpu

Stop At: Thimphu, Bhutan
After undergoing through the Phadjoding monastery, the trek expands to Thimphu (Mothitang), all the way downstairs through a forested area, dominated with blue pine foresta. The walk, with a leisurely pace, takes about three hours. (Distance four to five kms, three hours, 1,130 m descent).

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel

Day 7: Drive to Paro (45 minutes) and Final Departure to homebound

Pass By: Paro, Paro, Paro District
After having early breakfast, you will be transferred to airport for departure. As today is the last as well as 7th day, you will bid farewell to the Himalayan Kingdom. Okay! See you again in Bhutan.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.