Embark on one of the world’s most challenging and remote trekking adventures across Bhutan, beginning in Paro. The journey opens with a cultural and spiritual highlight—a hike to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery—before venturing deep into the isolated northern Himalayas.
Over nearly a month, the trail crosses multiple high mountain passes above 5,000 meters, glacial valleys, and untouched wilderness landscapes, passing through traditional highland settlements such as Laya and remote alpine basins. The expedition gradually descends into central Bhutan, concluding in the culturally rich region of Bumthang.
This trek is a true test of endurance and spirit, offering unmatched solitude, dramatic Himalayan scenery, and rare insight into Bhutan’s most isolated mountain cultures.
Day 1: Arrival in Paro
- Arrive at Paro International Airport
- Rest and acclimatization
- Light walk in Paro valley
Day 2: Tiger’s Nest Hike
- Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Return to Paro
- Trek briefing
Day 3: Paro → Shana (Trek Begins)
- Drive to Shana
- Trek to Thongthozam camp
- Enter Jigme Dorji National Park
Day 4: Thongthozam → Thangthangkha
- Forest trail along Paro Chhu river
- Gradual altitude gain
Day 5: Thangthangkha → Jangothang
- Alpine valley trekking
- First views of Mount Jomolhari
Day 6: Acclimatization at Jangothang
- Rest and short hikes
- Glacial valley exploration
Day 7: Jangothang → Lingshi via Nyele La Pass
- Cross Nyele La (~4,700m)
- Descend to Lingshi village
Day 8: Lingshi → Chebisa
- Moderate trek through valleys
- Traditional stone villages
Day 9: Chebisa → Shomuthang
- Ascend through alpine terrain
- Yak herder camps
Day 10: Shomuthang → Robluthang (via Jhari La Pass)
- High pass crossing (~4,700m+)
- Remote wilderness camping
Day 11: Robluthang → Lingshi/Yeli La Region
- Glacier views and rocky terrain
- Challenging ascent
Day 12: Yeli La Pass Crossing → Lemithang
- One of the hardest sections
- Extreme altitude crossing (~5,000m+)
Day 13: Lemithang → Laya
- Descend into Laya village
- First major settlement in northern Bhutan
Day 14: Acclimatization Day in Laya
- Cultural interaction with Layap people
- Rest and recovery
Day 15: Laya → Rodophu
- Enter remote glacier valleys
- Increased isolation
Day 16: Rodophu → Narethang
- High mountain wilderness trekking
- Glacier basin camps
Day 17: Narethang → Tarina
- Long glacier crossings
- Challenging terrain
Day 18: Tarina → Woche
- Descend into green valleys
- Transition from alpine to forest zones
Day 19: Woche → Lhedi
- River valley trekking
- Gradual descent
Day 20: Lhedi → Thanza
- Enter highland village region
- Views of Gangkar Puensum region
Day 21: Acclimatization in Thanza
- Rest day
- Optional short hikes
Day 22: Thanza → Danji
- Remote high-altitude trek
- Glacial moraine landscapes
Day 23: Danji → Tshochena
- Alpine lake region trekking
- Coldest campsite zone
Day 24: Tshochena → Jichu Dramo
- Extremely high altitude pass crossing
- Snowfield trekking
Day 25: Jichu Dramo → Lawa La Pass → Tshochen
- One of the highest and hardest passes (~5,200m+)
- Descent to glacial basin
Day 26: Tshochen → Sephu Region
- Final mountain descent begins
- Enter central Bhutan terrain
Day 27: Sephu → Chume Valley
- Trek ends transition phase
- Drive toward Bumthang region
Day 28: Arrival in Bumthang
- Trek officially ends
- Rest and cultural sightseeing
Day 29–30: Departure / Buffer Days
- Travel back via Paro or onward journey
- Buffer for weather delays
HIGHLIGHTS
- Epic multi-week Himalayan traverse
- Multiple 5,000m+ high passes
- Remote nomadic settlements (Layap culture)
- Glaciers, alpine lakes, untouched wilderness
- Start with sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery hike
- End in cultural heartland of Bumthang
DIFFICULTY
Extremely challenging (expert-level, high altitude expedition)