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Laya Trekking offers a unique opportunity to explore the cultures of the Layap people, who live in an isolated part of Bhutan. The trek begins in Drugyel Dzong and passes through beautiful paddy fields and apple orchards. The alpine landscape includes snowcapped mountains like Mt. Jhomolhari (7316 m), Mt. Masagang (7200 m), Mt. Jichu Drake (6974 m), Mt. Gangchen Ta (6794 m), and Mt. Masang Gang (7194 m). The highest point of the trek is Shinche La Pass (5005 m), with crystal lakes. The trek ends in Laya, the second-highest settlement in Bhutan, where the people are famous for their yak-hair costumes and conical bamboo hats. April is the ideal month for trekking in the Laya region. Visits to isolated farmhouses and a tiny village of stone cottages are also made on the trek.
Standard: Medium
Season: April – June & September – November
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Day 1: Arrival to Paro
Day 02: Hike to Tiger’s Nest
Day 03: Paro – Shana (Trek Starts)
Day 04: Shana – Soi Thangthangka
Day 05: Soi Thangthangka – Jangothang
Day 06: Jangothang – Lingshi
Day 07: Lingshi – Chebisa
Day 08: Chebisa – Shomuthang
Day 09: Shomuthang – Robluthang
Day 10: Robluthang – Lemithang
Day 11: Lemithang – Laya
Day 12: Day halt
Day 13: Laya – Chamsa
Day 14: Chamsa – Gasa Tsachu (Hot Spring)
Day 15: Gasa Hot Springs – Damji
Day 16: Damji – Tashithang – Punakha (Trek Ends)
Day 17: Punakha/Wangdue – Thimphu
Day 18: Thimphu Sightseeing
Day 19: Departure
Day 1: Arrival to Paro
On arrival at Paro airport, our representative from our company will greet you and assist in escorting you to the closest accommodation. an afternoon, followed by a visit.
Evening freely scrolls around town. overnight stay in Paro.
Day 02: Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest)
Drive to a hiking location after breakfast. The Taktsang Monastery is perched on a ledge of rock. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, the second Buddha in Bhutan, is claimed to have arrived in the 8th century flying on the back of a tigress and meditated where Taktsang Monastery currently stands.
Lunch will be served in the town’s top tourist eatery. followed by a visit.
Evening stroll around Paro. Spending the night in Paro.
Day 03: Paro – Shana (17Km, 5-6 hours), Trek Starts
The trek begins with a brief dip on a wide footpath from Drugyel Dzong (2580 m). The path then progressively ascends while crossing well-kept millet fields and rice terraces. We eventually arrive at apple orchards and woodlands. As the valley opens, we quickly reach the army post of Gunyitsawa (2810 m). The last stop before Tibet is here. We keep climbing till we reach Sharma Zampa (2870 m), where there are several great camping locations in meadows with trees around them. Spend the night at the campsite.
Day 04: Shana – Soi Thangthangka (20 km, 7-8 hours)
The trek starts with a pachu (paro river) descent through picturesque paddy and millet plantations. A delicious lunch will be provided after hopping over to the river’s left side. We then began our journey alongside the river, ascending a steep path through a forest region (mainly rhododendron exclusively), and then crossed the river once again to reach a residence constructed in the Bhutanese style. A stone shelter in Soi Thangkha (3750 m) will serve as the overnight site.
Day 05: Soi Thangthangka- Jangothang (19 km, 6-7 hours)
The trail continues upwards through Pachu Valley till we reach army camp. Then follow the tree line, enjoying a great view of high mountain ridges and snow-capped peaks. Lunch will be served at Takethang village in any one of the yak herder camps (the winter home of yak herdsmen). After lunch, passing a Takethang village, we will reach our campsite in Jangothang (altitude 4070 m).
Day 06: Jangothang – Lingshi (18 km, 7-8 hours)
The trek passes the bridge and follows the creek. You will instantly rise to Nyela Pass (4700 m), where you will enjoy magnificent vistas of Mt. Jhomolhari, Jichu Drake, and Tsherimgang. You will then gradually descend to Lingshi, passing yak herders’ tents on lush pastureland. You get a beautiful glimpse of the ethereal Lingshi Dzong as you descend towards the Lingshi camp. A campsite is set up in Lingshi (altitude 4000 m), near a sizable stone community hall.
Day 07: Lingshi – Chebisa (10km, 5-6 hours)
The trail starts with crossing a stream over a wooden bridge, climbing gently leaving the Lingshi Dzong (known as Yugyel Dzong in the 17th century), and walking pleasantly through the village (Gom yu) and yak herder’s camp. After hours of walking, you arrive at a lovely little valley called Shangri-La of Chebisa. Overnight at camp in Chebisa village (altitude 3880 m).
Day 08: Chebisa – Shomuthang (17km, 6-7 hours)
The trail begins with a stiff climb along the vast pasture land till Gobula pss (4440 m). En route, with a gradual climb, you may see blue sheep grazing and vultures. After the Gobula pass, you will head downhill through the dense forest (mostly dwarf rhododendron) to our camp. Overnight camp will be near a riverbed (altitude 3800 m).
Day 09: Shomuthang – Robluthang (18km, 6-7 hours)
The trek starts with a steep climb to Jhari La Pass (altitude: 4747 m). En route, you can have a great view of a snowcapped peak to the south-east called Khang Bum (6526 m). The trail then goes steeply down for about two hours through dense forests (dwarf rhododendrons, junipers, and firs) till the Tasharijathang valley, the summertime residence of hundreds of Takins (Bhutan’s national animal). After crossing the river, a trail leads you to the campsite. overnight at camp in Robluthang (altitude 4160 m).
Day 10: Robluthang – Lemithang (19km, 7-8 hours)
Today is one of the hardest treks of all; you have to cross Sinchu La pass (4900 m). The highest pass on the trek En route, you may be able to see blue sheep, yaks, vultures, and eagles, and you can also have a spectacular view of Gangchey Ta at the valley head. Then we descend through a rough, rocky trail that follows a glacial valley. Overnight campsite in the big meadow along the riverside at Lemithang (Altitude 4140m)
Day 11: Lemithang – Laya (10km 4-5 hours)
The trek starts downhill along the river, one of the tributaries of the Mochu, and through a damp forest (mostly rhododendron, silver fir, and moss), then enters the village of Laya, the second highest settlement in the country. The people of Laya are famous for using yak hair cloths and conical bamboo hats. Overnight camp will be at Laya (altitude 3800 m).
Day 12: Day halt
Laya is the perfect place for exploring around the village, where you can go and visit any household without an invitation. It is our tradition that they will offer us a cup of local drink (chang) or tea. In the evening, if possible, cultural dances will be performed by local people. Overnight in camp at the village (altitude 3800 m).
Day 13: Laya – Chamsa (19 km, 8-9 hours)
We will exit through the village arch chorten, and routes will descend from the army camp by following rivers (Mo Chu), streams, and waterfalls. After crossing the bridge, the trail goes uphill and downhill several times through dense forests (juniper and fir) covered with muddy paths. After several hours of trekking, you will reach Chamsa at our campsite (3500 m).
Day 14: Chamsa – Gasa Hot Spring, Gasa Tsachu (14 km, 6- 7 hours)
The trek starts with a gradual climb to the Bari La passes (3900 m), then descends steeply through a bamboo forest to a stream entering the Gasa village, from where you can have a spectacular view of the Gasa Dzong (built in the 17th century). Later, drop steeply downhill until you reach Gasa Tsachu (a hot spring) for a hot bath. Overnight camp will be near Hot Spring (altitude 2240 m).
Day 15: Gasa Hot Springs – Damji (18km, 6 hours)
Walk through rolling hillsides with vistas of fields, villages, and oak and pine forests. The trail descends from the high agricultural terraces above the Mo Chhu into a semi-tropical gorge. Overnight camp at an altitude of 2,400m.
Day 16: Damji – Tashithang – Punakha (16 km, 6 hours) Trek Ends
Until you reach Tashithang at an altitude of 1620 m, continue following the Mo Chhu River through densely forested terrain. where our representative will be ready to drive you to your accommodations. Overnight stay in a hotel at Punakha
NB: River rafting will be offered in Punakha; however, you are liable for the cost.
Day 17: Punakha/Wangdue – Thimphu (71 km, 2 hours)
After breakfast, followed by a visit.
En route via Dochu-la Pass (3,088 m). The highest peaks of the Himalayas are most magnificently visible on a clear day.
Evening freely wandered the city. overnight stay in Thimphu
Day 18: Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast, followed by a visit
Evening freely scrolls around town. overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 19: Departure
After an early breakfast, drive to Paro airport for a flight to your onward destination.
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