Embark on Bhutan’s 29-Day Snowman Trek: conquer high passes, explore remote highlands, and witness breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for passionate, active trekkers.
Paro International Airport- your first glimpse of Bhutan
Paro - Upon arriving at Paro International Airport, you’ll meet your tour guide and driver. Check into your hotel and, after a brief rest, begin your enchanting journey through Bhutan. Start by visiting the impressive Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Fortress of Heaped Jewels, a stunning example of Bhutanese art and architecture. The Dzong is centrally located in town and just a short walk from Nyimazam, one of Bhutan’s last remaining traditional cantilever bridges. Dzongs serve as both monastic institutions and district administrative offices.
Above the Dzong is the National Museum, which houses various antiques and artifacts, offering a glimpse into Bhutan’s cultural and religious history.
Next, visit the three-story Dungtse Lhakhang, a temple built in the mid-1430s by Thangtong Gyalpo, an iron bridge builder, to subdue a demon. The temple is believed to be firmly chained to the ground.
Taktsang Hike-Tiger’s Nest
Paro Taktsang - After a hearty breakfast, embark on a hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest. The hike takes about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours downhill. Ponies are available if you find the hike challenging. Perched around 900 meters above the Paro valley on a nearly vertical cliff, Taktsang Monastery is a breathtaking sight in terms of its location, setting, and history. In the 8th century, Guru Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Buddhism in Bhutan, meditated here with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. Legend has it that Guru flew on a female tigress in pursuit of a demon, which he subdued at the current site of the Monastery. It is one of the holiest sites in Buddhism and a significant cultural icon in Bhutan.
You can enjoy lunch, tea, or snacks at the midway cafeteria.
Kyichu Lhakhang - Kyichu Lhakhang is one of Bhutan’s oldest temples and has been visited and blessed by numerous renowned Buddhist saints over the centuries. Located away from the main town, the temple offers a peaceful and serene environment. Though simple in structure, it is rich in tantric and mythical stories that transport you back to the times of demons and saints. The temple was built in the early 6th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo, who is credited with introducing Buddhism to Tibet. He is believed to be a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion, of whom the Dalai Lamas are also considered manifestations.
Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the 108 temples built by King Songtsen Gampo to subdue a giant ogress that was hindering the spread of Buddhism in the Himalayas.
Sharna Zampa – Soe Thangthangkha
Paro - Drive to Sharna Zampa
Start your trek
Distance: 22 km, Duration: 7-8 hours
Campsite at Soe Thangthangkha - 3610 m
Soe Thangthangkha – Jangothang (Jomolhari Basecamp)
Excursion of Jangothang Base Camp
Jangothang – Lingshi
Lingshi – Chebisa
Chebisa - Shakyapasang
Shakyapasang – Robluthang
Robluthang – Limithang
Limithang – Laya
Acclimatization day in Laya
Laya – Rodophu
Rodophu – Narethang
Narethang - Tarina
Tarina – Woche
Woche – Lhedi
Lhedi – Thanza
Halt day at Thanza
Thanza – Tshorim
Tshorim – Gangkar Puensum Base Camp
Gangkar Puensum Base Camp – Geshe Woma
Geshe Woma - Warathang
Warathang – Dur Tshachu (hot springs)
Dur Tshachu – Tshochenchen
Tshochenchen – Dur village- Bumthang
BUMTHANG VALLEY EXCURSION – The Spiritual Heartland of Bhutan
Paro - Jakar Dzong – Fortress of the White Bird
Leisurely walk to the four temples - Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamzhing Lhakhang, and Kharchu Dratsang (Institute of Buddhist Studies) – offering a beautiful view of the valley
Kenchosum Lhakhang – one of the most beautiful temples
Stroll through town
Overnight at your hotel in Bumthang
BUMTHANG VALLEY – PARO VALLEY – DOMESTIC FLIGHT
Paro - Breakfast
Drive to the domestic airport
Depart from Bumthang
Arrive at Paro – Approx. 35 minutes
Bhutanese cooking experience – either learn some Bhutanese cooking or prepare your own meal with local ingredients
Overnight at your hotel in Paro
PARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Airport Road - Breakfast
Drive to the airport – 20 minutes
Paro International Airport
- All Park entrance Fees and Trekking Permits
- Good Quality accommodation throughout
- Horses and Horsemen to carry all trekking/camping equipments and personal luggage
- All Trekking Meal during the Trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Helper as per the group size
- Group Medical Kit
- One Trekking Expeditions Leader
- International Airfare
- Alcohol
- Tips/gratuities
- Cost arising out of Flight Cancellation/road blockades/ landslides and events beyond our control
- Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost
The Snowman Trek is recognized as the world’s hardest and most challenging hike, yet it is also thought to be the most breathtaking and fulfilling. This trek requires physical endurance, and is designed only for highly energetic, healthy, and fervent hikers. The journey roams through lofty altitudes, exceeding over thirteen towering mountain passes, distant highlands, snow camps providing stunning sights of Bhutan’s majestic snowy mountains, peaceful lakes of hues of turquoise, and covers virtually all the secluded region of Lunana. Lunana is located in the northern highlands of Bhutan, neighbouring Tibet, and is commonly known as ‘The Dark Inner Region’ or ‘The Black Sheep’. According to accounts, the area is inhabited by the spirits of seven Tibetan brothers who, defeated in combat, settled in the Lunana region. The inhabitants of Lunana continue to worship these spirits, who in turn, safeguard and shield them.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.