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Chomolhari > Expedition Overview

HIGHLIGHTS
-Trek through rarely visited valleys
-Awesome views of Chomolhari, Jitchu Drake and Tsheringkhang
-Meet yak-herders at their camp sites
-Learn about subsistence living and how life is without Modernity
-Witness the colours, sounds and culture of this isolated country

OVERVIEW
This is a superb trek for strong walkers. Starting from Paro it goes into northern Bhutan to the land of yak-herders and to the base of Mount Chomolhari (7,316 meters / 24,000 feet), which is the most holy mountain for the Bhutanese. From there the trek goes on to remote Lingshi Dzong which once guarded the frontier with Tibet . This trek offers fabulous views of the mountains including Chomolhari, Jitchu Drake and Tsheringkhang. Besides stunning Himalayan scenery and exceptional flora, you will encounter many yak-herders and their camps but few villages. The maximum altitude gained is 4,900 meters (16,000 feet). This trek can be done from April to November but the best months are April, May, October and November.

Trek Difficulty
Moderate to Strenuous trekking and camping between 2800m/8185ft and 4150m/13,615ft with hikes to 4500m/14,760ft. Hiking daily between 5-8 hours in mountain trails in varied conditions involving frequent accents and descents. Fully supported trek with cook, helpers, all meals and camping equipment led by experienced local guides. All equipment and luggage will be carried by ponies with pony-men. Clients carry a light daypack (back pack) only and walk at your own pace.