Jomolhari Trek

Jomolhari Trek

Overview: Bhutan’s most iconic high-altitude trek, offering close-up views of the majestic Mount Jomolhari (7,326m). Cross dramatic passes, visit the unique Laya village, and traverse pristine wilderness in the remote northwest of the kingdom.

  Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights     Grade: Strenuous     Max Altitude: 5,005m (Sinche La)     Best Season: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct  

DayItinerary
Day 01Arrive Paro — Acclimatization walk; trek briefing and equipment check.
Day 02Paro – Trek Start (Gunitsawa) – Sharna Zampa (2,870m) — Beautiful valley and river crossing.
Day 03Sharna Zampa – Thangthangkha (3,610m) — River trail through forest; first Mt Jomolhari views.
Day 04Thangthangkha – Jangothang (4,080m) — High pastures, yak camps; spectacular Jomolhari views.
Day 05Acclimatization Day at Jangothang — Optional hikes; meet yak herder families.
Day 06Jangothang – Lingshi (4,010m) — Cross Nyile La (4,890m); dramatic descent, Lingshi Dzong.
Day 07Lingshi – Chebisa (3,850m) — Easy walk; picturesque village with waterfall.
Day 08Chebisa – Shomuthang (4,220m) — Gombu La (4,440m); Himalayan griffon vultures.
Day 09Shomuthang – Robluthang (4,160m) — Jhare La (4,780m); wide alpine valley.
Day 10Robluthang – Limithang (4,140m) — Sinche La (5,005m), highest point; wildflowers and glaciers.
Day 11Limithang – Laya (3,800m) — Descend to Laya, one of Bhutan’s most unique villages.
Day 12Laya – Paro (Drive via Gasa) — Kyichu Lhakhang; farewell dinner with trekking team.
Day 13Depart Paro.