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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek

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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek

The Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek traverses stunning lakes, Alpine meadows, teeming wildlife, and numerous yak herder camps against a backdrop of magnificent mountain landscapes. The highlight of this immersive experience in nature is the exploration of high-altitude lakes brimming with trout and steeped in mystical history. While mostly consisting of short trekking days, this moderate trek also features a few challenging ascents. Ideal for nature enthusiasts eager to encounter Bhutan's diverse flora and fauna, as well as catch a glimpse of the local nomadic lifestyle, it also includes guided tours of the captivating sites of Thimphu and Paro. Recommended seasons for the trek are April through September and October.

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Includes:
  • All meals [breakfast / lunch / dinner and evening tea / coffee].
  • Accommodation [twin / double sharing basis]. Single room supplement is extra.
  • All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
  • Sustainable development fee.
  • Bhutan visa fee.
  • English speaking local guide.
  • Sightseeing
  • Bottled water.
Excludes:
  • Airfare.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any Expenses of Personal Nature

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek - Detail itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Paro International Airport

Upon arrival at Paro International airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and the tour guide will receive and escort you to designated Hotels in Paro.

In the afternoon drive to the ruins of the 17th Century Drukgyel Dzong, an historic monument built by the Zhabdrung to commemorate his victory against invading Tibetans in 1644. In fine weather the towering peak of the sacred Mount Jomolhari (7314m) appears as a stunning backdrop. On the return drive to Paro, visit 7th Century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Overnight at Paro.

Day 2: Paro – Gur

The trek starts from the beautiful Geynekha village. After crossing a bridge over the Wang Chu (Thimphu River), we follow a good track steadily upward through oak forest to a huge rocky platform, which offers a picturesque view of the valley. We continue slowly up through birch and bamboo forest to reach our camp in a meadow at gur. Overnight in campsite.

Day 3: Gur – Labatama

While trekking across the ridges, one enjoys the beauty of the rugged mountain vegetation. Today's trek is amidst flowers and wild asparagus in spring and meadows are refreshing and inspiring. The first pass symbolized by a huge cairn gives a spectacular view of Kanchenjunga and most of the Bhutanese Himalayan peaks. Descending from the pass one will view the whole Dagala Range, meadows and yak herder's camp. Lunch at nearby yak herder's camp. After lunch you will walk across hills and meadows, ending the fourth day of trek. Overnight in campsite nearby Yutsho Lake where golden trout's are in abundance.

Day 4: Labatama – Panka

Walk for 20 minutes upwards and later you will have majestic view of Himalayan peaks during descent. This point is around 4,460m. The mountains peaks include Everest, Kanchenjunga, Jumolhari, Jichu Drake, Tshering Gang, Khangbum, Masang Gang, Tshendegang and Gangchen Ta. Here the Himalayan monal peasants are common sight. Overnight in campsite.

Day 5: Panka – Talekha

The path continues on through a forest of rhododendrons populated by Himalayan pheasants. We reach enormous cairns at Chole La Pass (4100m). From here, we drop down to Kiwi Chowa (4030m). Our route then continues to a pass at 3960m where four tracks converge. We follow the northern route past a ruin said to have once been a dzong to monitor the movement of locals between Wangduephodrang & Thimphu districts. A ridge leads to Talakha Peak (4300m) revealing great views of the Thimphu Valley. If there is a good weather, we can even view Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari and Jichu Drake from here. An hour's walk, you are at the last camp, little above the Talekha Monastery.

Day 6: Talekha – Thimphu

Passing through alpine and mixed vegetation, one reaches Talekha monastery and village and once again Thimphu view is superb. From here it's only an hour's walk down to the road head and soon we are driving through apple orchards to reach Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. Night at Thimphu.

Day 7: Paro - International Airport

The guests will be Seen Off by a Representative of our company and the Tour Guide at the Exit Gate. Wish Bon Voyage!!!