Bhutan Laya Gasa Trek

20 from US$ 5400pp*

Trip Code: HDBT02

Trip Grade
Strenuous
  • Activities: Cultural Tours, Trekking & Walking
  • Max. Altitude: 5,005m/16, 420ft. [ Sinche La ]
  • Group Size: 02 - 12
  • Trip Seasons: April to June/ Mid Sep to Mid Nov.

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Trip Highlights

  • Visit Kathmandu and explore its cities
  • Ascend to 'Tiger's Nest' Monastery for an insight into Buddhist culture
  • Gain magnificent views of the sacred peak, Jumolhari and Jichu Drake
  • Explore the wilderness of Laya and Gasa villages
  • Walk along picturesque farmland and forests
  • Alpine pastures and cross high mountain passes
  • Cultural tour of Paro and Thimphu after the trek
  • Explore fortresses and market places of Thimphu and Paro
  • Explore the imposing Punakha Dzong

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Bhutan Laya Gasa Trek

Bathed by the glow of the austere Himalayas, the picturesque Laya Gasa trek offers an excellent trail for exploring Bhutan’s spectacular treasures, particularly the view of Jumolhari, the sacred mountain. A part of Bhutan’s enigmatic cultural heritage and its traditional communities live in the distant regions of Laya and Gasa.  On this particular trip, your exploration of Gasa and Laya reveal rare portions of remote forests and hills as well as the sweeping views of the vast stretch of untouched land where only a handful of nomadic tribes remain today. The trek begins near Paro and it leads you to the views of spectacular panoramas of Jangothang and then wends your way to the charming rural village of Laya, where, weather permitting, you can admire the captivating light radiated by the soaring snow towers of the Bhutan Himalayas.
Taking one of the most intriguing landscapes in Bhutan we walk into Gasa village, where the idea of modern and global, fades, and a stark natural world stares back at you.  We’ve selected the most evocative portions of this region as your journey; from the alluring valley of Paro to the mystical views of Gasa, a hidden corner of Bhutan that comes alive with scenery that discloses Bhutanese natural heritage.

Day by Day

  • Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu (1300m/4500ft)

    • Arrive in Katmandu, assistance at airport transfer to Hotel.
  • Day 02 Kathmandu: Sightseeing

    • Kathmandu: Sightseeing
  • Day 03 Fly to Paro, Bhutan [2250m/7,500 ft]

    • Morning fly to Paro, Bhutan. Watch spectacular mountain view including Mt. Everest. Visit Paro Dzong & Museum
  • Day 04 Hike ToTaksang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery 3,110m/10,200ft - 4-5 hours.

    • Tiger’s Nest Hike
  • Day 05 Drive To Drukyel Dzong (2,580m/8, 465 ft) &Commence trek to SharnaZampa(3,250m / 10, 665) – 5hrs

    • Scenic drive, rice and wheat, barley fields, Mt. Chomolhari (7, 314m/23, 995 ft) etc.
  • Day 06 Trek to Soi Thangthanka 3,510 m/11,515 ft)

    • Jigme Dorje National Park, wilderness, variety of species of plants and animals, forests etc.
  • Day 07 Trek to Jangothang 4, 100 m/13,451 ft – 5hrs

    • View of Mt. Joholhari, alpine meadow, forests, view of mountain ridges and snow-capped peaks etc.
  • Day 08 Explore Jangothang – Rest Day !

    • Optional: day hikes for a great views of Lakes, mountains, blue sheep etc.
  • Day 09 Trek to Lingshi(4,150m/13, 615 ft) – Cross Nyile La (4, 890m/ 16, 045 ft) – 7 hrs.

    • Long hike and mountain pass, dwarf rhododendron forest, blue sheep, spectacular views of Mt. Jomolhari.
  • Day 10 Hike to Chebise (3, 980m/13, 058 ft)– 6 hrs.

    • Lingshi Dzong, stone houses, waterfall. Visit village house.
  • Day 11 Trek to Shomuthang (3, 990m/13, 090ft) – Cross Gobu La (4, 450m/ 14, 600 ft) - 7 hrs

    • Wide pastureland, yak herders, blue sheep
  • Day 12 Trek toRobluthang (4, 165m/13, 665 ft) Cross Jare La ( 4, 785m/15, 700 ft) – 7 hrs.

    • Blue sheep & griffons, The Great Tiger Mountainetc
  • Day 13 Trek toLimithang (4,150m/13, 615 ft), Cross Sinche La (5,005m/16, 420 ft)- 7 hrs

    • Cross stone house, impressive terminal moraine and a glacial lake, white ribbon streams, dramatic peaks, thick forests, lovely riverside camp.
  • Day 14 Trek to Laya Village (3,800m/12, 465 ft) – 5 hrs

  • Day 15 Trek to Koina (3, 050m/10,005 ft) – 7 hrs

    • Mountain river and water falls, lots of ups and downs trails.
  • Day 16 Trek to Gasa Village (2, 770m/9,090 ft), Cross Bale La ( 3, 950m/12, 960 ft) - 5 hrs

    • Impressive Rhododendrons
  • Day 17 Transfer to Punakha – 1 and half hrs drive.

    • Morning a visit to local bazar, Sightseeing in Punakha including Punakha Dzong.
  • Day 18 Drive to Thimpu

    • Sightseeing in Thimphu: Thangka painting school, Archery competition etc.
  • Day 19 Fly to Kathmandu

    • Spectacular flight to Kathmandu. Last minute shopping in Kathmandu. Farewell meal.
  • Day 20 Fly back home

    • Fly back home

Trip Info

 + TOUR COST INCLUDES:

  • International and domestic airport transfers as per the itinerary by private vehicle and check - in assistance.
  • Accommodations based on double occupancy
  • Guided sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Applicable entrance fees for the activities as mentioned
  • Welcome dinner with live Nepalese culture program at BhojanGriha.
  • Provision of all meals on the trek
  • Lunch & Dinner with evening tea in Bhutan
  • Fully camping trek inclusive of 2 men tent, dining tent and table & seating chair, toilet tent
  • English speaking trekking guide, supporting Sherpas and necessary porters, cook and necessary kitchen equipment
  • Insurance & clothing for trekking staff

+ TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Nepal visa fee (check latest travel to Nepal link)
  • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
  • Personal travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry, bar bills
  • Applicable incurred cost due to cancelled or delayed flights
  • Optional tipping or gratuities for guide, driver, porterage and baggage handling, room services.

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