Snowman Trek 30 Night 31Days

• Distance: 5-6 km (round trip)
• Altitude Gain: +870m
• Trek Duration: 4-6 hours

Highlights:

• Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest), one of Bhutan's most sacred sites, perched on a cliffside.
• Legend says Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress to meditate.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Paro Valley and the monastery's dramatic location.
• Visit the temple interiors, including the cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated.
• Overnight: Paro.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Gain: +570m
• Trek Duration: 56 hours

Highlights:

• Follow the Paro River through lush rice fields and forests.
• Pass through traditional Bhutanese villages and farmlands.
• Overnight: Shana.

• Altitude Gain: +930m
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek through dense rhododendron and pine forests.
  • Spot yaks grazing in high-altitude pastures.

Overnight: Soi Thangthangkha.

• Distance: 19 km
• Altitude Gain: +330m
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Enter the Jangothang Valley, with stunning views of Mount Jomolhari (7,314m).
  • Camp near the base of Jomolhari, surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
• Overnight: Jangothang.

• Activities: Explore the valley, hike to Jomolhari base camp.
• Highlights:
  • Optional hike to Jomolhari Glacier for closer views of the mountain.
  • Spot blue sheep and Himalayan birds.
• Overnight: Jangothang.

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +640m / -710m (via Nyile La Pass, 4,870m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Nyile La Pass, offering panoramic views of Jichu Drake (6,989m).
  • Descend into the Lingshi Valley, dotted with yak herders' camps.
• Overnight: Lingshi.

• Altitude Loss: -130m
• Trek Duration: 56 hours
• Highlights:
  • Visit Chebisa Village, a picturesque settlement with traditional stone houses.
  • Explore waterfalls and interact with yak herders.
• Overnight: Chebisa.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +700m / -360m (via Gombu La Pass, 4,440m)
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Gombu La Pass, with stunning views of the surrounding valleys.
  • Trek through remote landscapes with few signs of human habitation.
• Overnight: Shomuthang.

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +850m / -910m (via Jare La Pass, 4,700m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Jare La Pass, with opportunities to spot blue sheep and yaks.
  • Descend into the Robluthang Valley, surrounded by towering peaks.
• Overnight: Robluthang.

• Distance: 19 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +1,000m / -1,020m (via Sinche La Pass, 5,005m)
• Trek Duration: 8-9 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Sinche La Pass, the first pass over 5,000m.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of Gangkar Puensum (7,570m), the world's highest unclimbed peak.
• Overnight: Limithang.

• Distance: 10 km
• Altitude Loss: -340m
• Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
• Highlights:
  • Descend to Laya Village, home to the Layap people with unique customs and attire.
  • Explore the village and interact with locals.
• Overnight: Laya.

• Activities: Explore Laya village, interact with locals.
• Highlights:
  • Witness traditional Layap dances and rituals.
  • Visit local homes to learn about their way of life.
• Overnight: Laya.

• Distance: 19 km
• Altitude Gain: +360m
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek through dense forests and yak pastures.
  • Cross the Laya-Gasa Trail, a less-traveled path with stunning views.
• Overnight: Rodophu.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +740m / -300m (via Tsomo La Pass, 4,900m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Tsomo La Pass, offering panoramic views of the Lunana region.
  • Descend into the Narithang Valley, surrounded by towering peaks.
• Overnight: Narithang.

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +600m / -1,230m (via Karchung La Pass, 5,150m)
• Trek Duration: 8-9 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Karchung La Pass, the second pass over 5,000m.
  • Descend into the Tarina Valley, a remote and rugged landscape.
• Overnight: Tarina.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Loss: -60m
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek through conifer forests and along the Woche River.
  • Pass through small settlements and yak herders' camps.
• Overnight: Woche.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +1,000m / -1,210m (via Keche La Pass, 4,680m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Keche La Pass, with stunning views of the Lunana region.
  • Descend into the Lhedi Valley, entering one of the most isolated areas of Bhutan.
• Overnight: Lhedi.

• Distance: 17 km
• Altitude Gain: +380m
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek along glacial rivers and through remote valleys.
  • Arrive in Thanza, a picturesque village surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
• Overnight: Thanza.

• Activities: Explore Thanza village, acclimatize.
• Highlights:
  • Visit local homes and interact with villagers.
  • Enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain and other peaks.

Overnight: Thanza

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Gain: +1,040m
• Trek Duration: 8-9 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek to Tshorim, a high-altitude base camp.
  • Prepare for the next day's crossing of Gophu La Pass.

Overnight: Tshorim

• Distance: 16 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +500m / -650m (via Gophu La Pass, 5,230m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Gophu La Pass, the highest point of the trek at 5,230m.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of Gangkar Puensum (7,570m), the world's highest unclimbed peak.
  • Descend to the base camp, surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks.
• Overnight: Gangkar Puensum Base Camp.

• Distance: 19 km
• Altitude Loss: -770m
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Descend through remote valleys and glacial landscapes.
  • Spot wildlife such as blue sheep and Himalayan birds.
• Overnight: Geshe Woma.

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Gain/Loss: +600m / -820m (via Saka La Pass, 4,800m)
• Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
• Highlights:
  • Cross Saka La Pass, with stunning views of the surrounding valleys.
  • Descend into the Warathang Valley, a remote and peaceful area.
• Overnight: Warathang.

• Distance: 14 km
• Altitude Loss: -580m
• Trek Duration: 56 hours
• Highlights:
  • Relax in the natural Dur Tsachu Hot Springs, a perfect way to soothe tired muscles.
  • Enjoy the serene surroundings and reflect on the journey.
• Overnight: Dur Tsachu.

Day 26: Dur Tsachu to Tshochenchen (3,100m)

• Distance: 16 km
• Altitude Loss: -300m
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Trek through forests and small villages.
  • Pass through Tshochenchen, a small settlement with traditional Bhutanese houses.
• Overnight: Tshochenchen.

Day 27: Tshochenchen to Gorsum (3,100m)

• Distance: 18 km
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Follow the Nikka Chhu River through lush forests.
  • Pass through small villages and farmlands.
• Overnight: Gorsum.

Day 28: Gorsum to Sephu (2,600m)

• Distance: 18 km
• Altitude Loss: -500m
• Trek Duration: 67 hours
• Highlights:
  • Descend to Sephu Village, known for its weaving traditions.
  • Explore the village and interact with locals.
• Overnight: Sephu.

Day 29: Drive to Thimphu (2,320m)

• Distance: 3-4 hours drive
• Activities: Explore Thimphu, visit Tashichho Dzong.
• Highlights:
  • Visit Tashichho Dzong, the seat of Bhutan's government.
  • Explore Thimphu's markets and handicraft shops.
• Overnight: Thimphu.

Day 30: Drive to Paro (2,250m)

• Distance: 1.5 hours drive
• Activities: Relax or explore Paro.
• Highlights:
  • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest temples.
  • Enjoy a farewell dinner with traditional Bhutanese cuisine.
• Overnight: Paro.

Day 31: Departure from Paro

• Activities: Fly out of Bhutan.