Laya Gasa Trek
16 Nights 17 Days Laya Gasa Trek Tour Itinenary:
- Day 1: Arrive Paro
- Day 2: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Day 3: Snowman Trek in Bhutan starts
- Day 4: Gunitsawa Village – Sharna Zampa
- Day 5: Sharna Zampa – Thangthangkha
- Day 6: Thangthangkha – Jangothang
- Day 7: Jangothang – Lingshi
- Day 8: Lingshi – Chebisa
The Laya-Gasa Trek is considered one of Bhutan’s most scenic treks, offering stunning views of some of Bhutan’s most unspoiled and pristine landscapes. Follow the same route as the Jomolhari Trek I via Jigme Singye National Park for the first five days of this trek and offer amazing views of Mt. Jomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tsherimgang.
This is one of the more difficult treks offered in Bhutan due to the high altitudes and steep ascents and descents along the path. The best seasons to complete this challenge are in April-June and Mid-September-Mid-November.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Paro
Upon arrival at the Paro International Airport, you will be received by our Guide and Driver. Later part of afternoon visit Drukgyal Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang.
Day 2: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Morning hike to tiger’s nest monastery and afternoon visit Rinpung and Ta Dzong. Be ready for tomorrow for your snowman trek.
Day 3: Gunitsawa Village – Sharna Zampa
| Distance | 40 mins |
|---|---|
| Time | 40 mins |
| Ascent | descent 80 m |
| Camp Altitude | 2,850 m |
Day 4: Sharna Zampa – Thangthangkha
| Distance | 22 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 7-8 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 770 m, descent 10 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,610 m |
Day 5: Thangthangkha – Jangothang
| Distance | 19 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 5-6 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 480 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,080 m |
Day 6: Jangothang – Lingshi
| Distance | 18 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 840 m, descent 870 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,010 m |
Day 7: Lingshi – Chebisa
| Distance | 10 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 5-6 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 280 m, descent 410 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,880 m |
Day 8: Chebisa – Shomuthang
| Distance | 17 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 890 m, descent 540 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,220 m |
Day 9: Shomuthang – Robluthang
| Distance | 18 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 700 m, descent 760 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,160 m |
Day 10: Robluthang – Limithang
| Distance | 19 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 850 m, descent 870 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,140 m |
Day 11: Limithang – Laya
| Distance | 10 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 4-5 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 60 m, descent 340 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,840 m |
Day 11: Rest Day at Laya
Day 12: Laya – Koina
| Distance | 19 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 260 m, descent 1,070 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,050 m |
Day 13: Koina – Gasa
| Distance | 14 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 740 m, descent 1,500 m |
| Camp Altitude | 2,240 m |
Day 14: Gasa – Punakha
Day 15: Punakha – Thimphu
Morning visit Khamsum Yulley Temple, Punakha Suspension bridge and drive towards Thimphu via Chimi Lhakhang and Dochula Pass.
Day 16: Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning visit Buddha point, Memorial Chorten, Nunnery Temple and Simply Bhutan. Later after visit postal museum, textile museum and Tashichho dzong.
Day 17: Depart from Paro
Laya Gasa Trek Details
Duration: 17 days.
Max. Elevation: 4,320 m.
Highest Camp: 4,120 m .
Standard: Hard.
Best Seasons: Mid June to Mid October.
Start: Gunitsawa Village, Paro Valley.
Finish: Gasa.
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