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  • Changzamtog, Thimphu

Sem-Zang Tours

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek

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  • Duration

     7 Nights/ 8 Days

  • Difficulty

    easy

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is off the beaten track as you hardly see trekkers on the trail. This trek starts above Thimphu  and takes to several mesmerizing high-altitude lakes- but unfortunately, nowhere close to the fabled thousand!

The duration of the trek can be anywhere between five to six days. Although your highest camp is at 14,104ft/4,300m the route takes you up to a lofty 15,416ft/4,700m from where you get spectacular mountain views. Some popular mountains that you can get a glimpse of would be Mount Everest in Nepal, Jomolhari, Masanggang, Jichu Drake, Tiger Mountain in Bhutan and many more.

The trail also takes you through bird rich areas, alpine flowers, attractive meadows and several traditional Bhutanese villages

Package Details:

Duration: 7 Nights/ 8 Days.

Destination Covered: Thimphu- Dagana Thousand Lake Trek-Paro.

When is the best time to trek this route?

The highest point of the trek is at the rest stop at Labatamba, which lies at an altitude of 4,300 meters above sea level, which means that the trek is not as high as some treks in Bhutan, which have passed over 5,000 meters. The trek can, ideally, be done throughout the year, with the exception of the rainy season, from July to August.

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek in spring brings you to enjoy the crystal clear lakes shimmer in the bright sunlight.

The best time of year to make the trek is in the spring and autumn, from April to June and from September to November. This is the time when the weather is at its best for trekking in Bhutan, with clear skies, very little rain, and with temperatures that are neither too hot nor too cold. The trek can be done in the winter months, from December to February, as the altitude is not too high and the weather is not too cold to trek, reaching lows of around -2 degrees in the coldest time of year.

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Day 01: Paro- Thimphu (54Kms/1.5 Hours)

Fly to Paro. If you get a seat on the left side of the plane and the weather cooperates, you may have spectacular views of the high peaks of the eastern Himalayas. Meet your guide and driver and head towards Thimphu. On the way, stop at Tachog Lhakhang (the Iron Chain Bridge), a temple located across the famous iron chain bridge built over the meandering Pa Chhu (Paro River). Devour yourself to the invigorating ambiance of the cool-sweeping breeze and bright colored prayer flags. The whole set up a feast to the eye.

Take a stroll around town and soak in the atmosphere of this magical capital. Also, visit the archery ground where local teams demonstrate amazing skill with bow and arrow as they practice the national sport of Bhutan.

If time permits we can also visit a few other Landmark places.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

 

Day 02: Thimphu- Genekha (30Kms/45 Minutes), Genekha to Gur

You will begin the day by driving from Thimphu for about 45 minutes to the beautiful Genekha village from where your trek starts. The village is famous for producing Masutake and chanterelle mushrooms.

 

Genekha to Gur

7Kms| 5 Hours | 550M Ascent | 60M Descent | Camp Alt 3290M

You will walk over mule path, through terraced fields and coniferous forests rich with alpine flora and plenty of birds. You will then descend down to the river and after two hours of gradual uphill climb you reach the huge rock platform at 3350m, which offers a picturesque view of the valley. After another two hours of trekking you will reach your campsite at Gur (3,290m), amidst abundance of wild flowers.

Overnight at Camp

 

Day 03: Gur – Labatama with Spectacular view Of Kanchenjunga and Dagala Range

While trekking across the ridges, one can enjoy the beauty of the rugged mountain vegetation. Today’s trek is amidst flowers, wild asparagus (in spring) and large meadows, which freshens your mind. Weaving through tiny streams, you will climb gently through scattered birches and rhododendrons to arrive at Pag Labtsa pass (4,250m) marked by huge cairns. From the pass, you will have spectacular views of Kanchenjunga (Sikkim) and most of the Bhutanese Himalayan peaks. Descending from the pass one will view the entire Dagala range meadows and yak herders camp. Lunch at nearby yak herder’s camp. You will descend into the Labatama valley and then ascend gradually through the valley passing some yak herder huts till you reach Utsho Lake (4,300m) where golden trout are in abundance. Our campsite is right next to the lake.

Overnight: Camp 

 

Day 04: Exploratory Halt at Labatama

You will spend the day exploring any one of the nearby lakes such as Relitsho, Hentsho, Setsho, and Jagetsho Lakes. These lakes are full of trouts and your trekking leader will tell you mystic stories about these lakes. Lunch by the lakeside with a spectacular view around can be a memorable experience. After lunch, you can also attempt to climb the Jomo peak at an altitude of 5,050m. Return to camp by dusk and prepare for the next day.

Overnight: Camp

 

Day 05: Labatama- Panka

8Km | 5-6 Hours | 220M Ascent | 520M Descent | Camp Alt 4000M

You will walk along the western side of Dalatsho up to a saddle at (4520m) from where you have a majestic view of the prominent Himalayan peaks such as Everest (Nepal), Kanchenjunga (Sikkim), Masangang, Tiger Mountain, Tsendagang, and Jichu Drake in Bhutan. From the saddle, the path descends, passing some yak herder huts to Doccha Chuu River. You will follow the river for a while, staying higher up on the slope until you reach Panka. Here the Himalayan monal pheasants are a common sight, besides yaks and horses. We will camp at Panka (4,000m).

Overnight: Camp

Day 06: Panka via Talakha & Chamgang to Thimphu

14Kms | 8 Hours | 180M Ascent | 1540M Descent

Today, you will be crossing several passes, each one more impressive than the other. Different varieties of Blue Poppy (June-July) and mountain birds can be found on the trail. Lunch at the point, where one trail leads to Talakha and the other to Wangduephodrang. After lunch, an hour’s gradual climb brings you to the last pass, Tale La (4180m) from where the views of Dagala range and Thimphu is superb. Start a long descent through a forest of spruce, birch, juniper, and rhododendrons to Talakha Goempa (3080m). From the Talakha Goempa, you will hike down through mixed vegetation, apple orchards, and feeder road to the Village of Chamgang. Your car will be waiting here to transfer you to Thimphu.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

 

Day 07: Thimphu- Paro (65Kms/1hour), Tiger’s Nest Hike (4 Hours)

In the morning we will stop by General Post Office General Post Office where you can make a postage stamp with your own picture which can be posted within Bhutan & then head towards Paro.

We can take a steep, 1½-hour hike to a teahouse, where you can enjoy a great view of Taktsang Monastery (its name means “tiger’s nest”), perched on a cliff 2,700 feet above the floor of the Paro valley. The hike follows a steep switchback trail through the forest, and after a break with tea and cookies, we can continue another thirty minutes to a closer viewpoint.

On the way back to Paro, we can stop by Kichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan. In the evening we can visit the Paro town with a street of typical Bhutanese traditional buildings or visit Namgay Artisanal Brewery and try out different flavors of Bhutanese beer.

Overnight at Hotel in Paro

 

Day 08: Departure

Bhutan Inbound Team will see you off to Paro International Airport and bid you farewell

 

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    • Be rewarded to the breathtaking landscapes, crystal clear lakes, and stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range and some of the world’s highest peaks.
    • Walkthrough the ancient trails
    • Traverse the trails of wild blossoms
    • Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery or the Taktsang Goemba. Perched on a mountain cliff at 900 meters off the ground, it is stunning and beautiful. It is Bhutan’s most religious site and iconic landmark
    • Explore Paro valley, the hillsides dotted with temples enable you to find peace & tranquility just up to any hills. Visit Historical Sites: Paro Dzong, Ta Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang.
    • Spend a night at the valley of Thimphu, the only capital in the world without a traffic light. It is also said the eight lucky sign is embedded in natural features to the left of Thimphu Valley.

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Facilities provided on the trek:

    • All Meals
    • First Aid Box
    • Sleeping tent / Dining tent / Toilet tent with toilet pot/toilet paper.
    • Hot water bag with cover.
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  • Sleeping tents, sleeping mats & pillows
  • Dinning tents, kitchen tent & toilet tent
  • Tables, chairs, utensils, hot water bags
  • Trekking chef & assistants
  • Horses to carry trek equipment’s
  • Food supplies

The Minimum Daily Package Rate covers following services:

  • Accommodation in 3 star Hotel in twin sharing room. (Can be upgraded to 4 & 5-star with additional Premium)
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at the Govt. approved Tourist hotels or Tourist local restaurants.
  • Tourist Standard Transport / transfers within Bhutan for the duration of the tour. Entire day long car (Sedan/SUV/Hiace bus/Coaster Bus) according to the group size and availability with a driver
  • A licensed English speaking local guide for the duration of the tour.
  • Sightseeing and all permits and all monuments entrance fees.
  • USD. 100 SDF (Sustainable Development Fees) royalty to the government & all taxes. Which goes towards the economic developmental works, e.g. education, health, roads.
  • E-permits process and arrangement as per the itinerary mentioned here.
  • Airport/land pick up and drop within Bhutan.
  • Complimentary bottled water throughout the journey.
  • Bank charges for payment transfers. Card payment charges are higher than wire transfer.
  • One-off VISA application fee of USD. 40

 

Package doesn't include:

  • Flight Fares (domestic & internationals).
  • Additional/Extra room supplement and room upgrade charges.
  • Any alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages taken from the hotels/restaurants.
  • Personal expenses or shopping, phone calls, use business center in the hotels etc.
  • Travel Insurance for the duration of stay in Bhutan.
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers.
  • Fees of meeting Lama for Meditation.
  • Anything which is not mentioned under inclusion are not included in the cost.
  • Single Room Supplement:USD 40 per Person and per Night
  • Sleeping Bag
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