Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek
Famously known as the Thousand Lake Trek, is within the Thimphu district. The trail Starts from Genekha and ends at Chamgang. The ~50km trek involves a total of 4 passes, one being a high pass (4500 meters or more), and couple beautiful campsites, a rather perfect introduction to high altitude alpine trekking.
This six day trek takes you into an area adorned with a multitude of pristine, crystal clear lakes. As you walk amidst the shimmering lakes you’ll be treated to stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range and some of the world’s highest peaks including Mt. Everest, Jomolhari, Masang Gang, Jichu Drake, Gangche Ta and many more. If you are fit and good with hiking at high altitude, this trek can be done in 4 nights as well.
During the trek an entire day will be dedicated to visiting some of the more picturesque lakes, fishing and resting. The trail also takes you through several Bhutanese villages so you can get a good idea of traditional Bhutanese village life as you make your way back from the lakes.
While this is a somewhat strenuous trek, it is well worth the effort because of the tranquility and beauty of natural landscape that you will enjoy during the journey. The best time to embark on this trek is between April-June or September–October.
| Destination |
Paro, Thimphu, Trashigang |
| Included |
- Bhutan visa fee
- Government royalty & taxes
- Dedicated English speaking tour guide
- Dedicated tour vehicle and driver
- 3-star accommodation (twin sharing)
- Daily 3 meals (B/L/D)
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water
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| Excluded |
- Flights to and from Bhutan
- Personal expense/shopping
- Alcoholic Beverages
- 4 or 5 star accommodation (extra charges will apply)
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees to parks and monuments
- Tips for guide and driver
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 Travel With Bus/Trek |
Details
Famously known as the Thousand Lake Trek, is within the Thimphu district. The trail Starts from Genekha and ends at Chamgang. The ~50km trek involves a total of 4 passes, one being a high pass (4500 meters or more), and couple beautiful campsites, a rather perfect introduction to high altitude alpine trekking.
This six day trek takes you into an area adorned with a multitude of pristine, crystal clear lakes. As you walk amidst the shimmering lakes you’ll be treated to stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range and some of the world’s highest peaks including Mt. Everest, Jomolhari, Masang Gang, Jichu Drake, Gangche Ta and many more. If you are fit and good with hiking at high altitude, this trek can be done in 4 nights as well.
During the trek an entire day will be dedicated to visiting some of the more picturesque lakes, fishing and resting. The trail also takes you through several Bhutanese villages so you can get a good idea of traditional Bhutanese village life as you make your way back from the lakes.
While this is a somewhat strenuous trek, it is well worth the effort because of the tranquility and beauty of natural landscape that you will enjoy during the journey. The best time to embark on this trek is between April-June or September–October.
The representative of Cloudline Travel & Treks will receive you at the Paro International Airport. After the traditional welcome ceremony at a farmhouse nearby, you will be transferred to the hotel in Paro. Visit Paro town in the evening. Overnight at hotel in Paro.
In the morning visit Ta Dzong (the National Museum), Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong and view the famous Taktsang monastery from the road. Also visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the two oldest temples of Bhutan, built in 7th century. Drive to Thimphu after lunch. Overnight halt in Thimphu.
Today you will spent the full day in Thimphu visiting Memorial Chorten, National Library, Tashichhodzong, handicrafts and weekly market. You will also visit the Institute of Zorig Chusum, the school for thirteen traditional arts and crafts.
Drive for 45 minutes to reach starting point of the trek. The first day of the trek is on a mule path, and will end after four hours at Genekha Primary School. The trail passes through fields of rice terraces and coniferous forest. You will camp at Genekha near a stream at 2800m.
Today’s trek is in communion with the nature as it starts with alpine flora and fauna. Two hours of gradual uphill walk and the rest of the route are through platform of huge rocks. Camp at Gur.
While in the way, one can enjoy the beauty of the mountain vegetation. Today’s trek is amidst flowers and wild asparagus (in spring). If the weather is clear, one can see the view of Dagala range. After lunch walk across the hills and ending the third day of the trek. Camp at an altitude of 4300 near Utso Lake.
This day is for an excursion to any of the three lakes; Relitsho, Hentsho and Jamatsho. Overnight at camp
Walk for 20th minutes up ward and later you will have majestic view of the Himalayan peaks. This point is around 4460m. Overnight in camp.
The day entails the crossing of several passes, search for different verities of Blue puppy (June – July) and mountain birds. Then one trails leads to Talikha and another leads to Wangduephodrang. After lunch a hour’s gradual climb brings you to the tip of the last Dagala range from where views of Thimphu valley is spectacular. An hour’s walk and you are of the last camp, little above Talikha monastery. Overnight in camp.
Pass through alpine forest and mixed vegetation, one reaches to Talikha monastery and village. Then pass through mixed vegetation and apple orchards and reaches to motored road to Thimphu where your transport is waiting. Then the trek ends. Drive to Thimphu for lunch. Evening drive to Paro. Overnight at hotel in Paro.
After breakfast drive to Paro Air port for the flight to another destination. The representatives of the company will see you off.
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