Snowman Trek in Bhutan
27 Nights 28 Days Snowman 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 Snowman Trek is an extension of the magnificent Laya Gasa Trek, leading from Laya to the Bhutanese Himalayan high altitudes. The Snowman trek in Bhutan leads to very high altitudes through the most remote areas. Trekkers have to camp more than once at altitudes above 5,000 m, and the camps are sometimes on snow, depending on the seasonal temperatures.
Snowman Trek’s best time is summer – unlike many other Bhutan high-altitude treks.
Snowman Trek 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 – Rhoduphu
| Distance | 19 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-8 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 1,030 m, descent 750 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,160 m |
Day 13: Rhodophu – Narethang
| Distance | 17 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 5-6 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 740 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,900 m |
Day 14: Narethang – Tarina
| Distance | 18 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 5-6 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 270 m, descent 1,200 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,970 m |
Day 15: Tarina – Woche
| Distance | 17 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 270 m, descent 330 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,910 m |
Day 16: Woche – Lhedi
| Distance | 17 |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 980 m, descent 1,190 m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,700 m |
Day 17: Lhedi – Thanza
| Distance | 17 km |
|---|---|
| Time | 7-8 hours |
| Ascent | Ascent 450 m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,150 m |
Day 18: Rest Day at Thanza
Day 19: Thanza – Tshorim
| Distance | 8-9 hours |
|---|---|
| Time | 8-9 hours |
| Ascent | ……….. m |
| Camp Altitude | 5,120 m |
Day 20: Tshorim – Gangkhar Puensum Base Camp
| Distance | 6-7 hours |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | ……….. m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,970 m |
Day 21: Gangkhar Puensum Base Camp – Geshe Woma
| Distance | 6-7 hours |
|---|---|
| Time | 6-7 hours |
| Ascent | ……….. m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,200 m |
Day 22: Geshe Woma – Warathang
| Distance | 8-9 hours |
|---|---|
| Time | 8-9 hours |
| Ascent | ……….. m |
| Camp Altitude | 4,000 m |
Day 23: Warathang – Tshochenchen
| Distance | 17 hours |
|---|---|
| Time | 11-12 hours |
| Ascent | ……….. m |
| Camp Altitude | 3,850 m |
Day 24: Tshochenchen – Duer Village
This is the last day of the trek and your porters change from yaks to horses. The path follows the Chamkhar Chhu, descending gradually with a few climbs in between. The trek ends here when you arrive at Duer village.
Day 25: Bumthang – Punakha
Day 26: Punakha – Thimphu
Morning visit Khamsum Yulley Temple, Punakha Suspension bridge and drive towards Thimphu via Chimi Lhakhang and Dochula Pass.
Day 27: Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning visit Buddha point, Memorial Chorten, Nunnery Temple and Simply Bhutan. Later after visit postal museum, textile museum and Tashichho dzong.
Day 28: Depart from Paro
A. Snowman trek cost during the peak Season months: March, April, May, Sep, Oct & Nov for 2 Pax it cost: USD 8740 per person and 3 Pax and Above: USD 7900 per person.
Q. Whats the actual trek duration for Snowman Trek?
A. The actual trek during is 24 Days 23 Nights with three days rest during trekking.
Q. Can i do emergency exit during Snowman trek?
A. Before you plan for snowman trek, make sure you are covered with travel insurance. In Bhutan airlift is possible with the cost starting from US $5500.
Q. Whats the starting and end point of Snowman Trek?
A. Snowman trek starts from Paro and ends at Punakha and another point is from Paro and ends near Bumthang.
Snowman Trek Details
Duration: 28 days.
Max. Elevation: 5,320 m.
Highest Camp: 5,120 m .
Standard: Hard.
Best Seasons: Mid June to Mid October.
Start: Gunitsawa Village, Paro Valley.
Finish: Duer Village, Bumthang.
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