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Overview
The Snowman Trek I is an extension of the beautiful Laya Gasa Trek and leads from Laya into the high altitudes of the Bhutanese Himalayas. It takes tough and enduring trekkers into the Lunana region and further on to Gangkar Puensum and Sephu in Trongsa district. The Snowman trek leads through the most remote areas up to very high altitudes. Trekkers have to camp in altitudes above 5,000m more than once, and depending on the seasonal temperatures, the camps are sometimes on snow.
Duration: 25 days, Max. Elevation: 5,320m
Highest Camp: 5,050m
Standard: Hard
Best Seasons: Mid June to Mid October
Start: Gunitsawa Village, Paro Valley
Finish: Sephu (Trongsa)
Package Details :
Duration : 29 Nights / 30 Days
Destination Covered : Paro - Gunitsawa Village - Sharna Zampa - Thangthangkha - Jangothang - Lingshi - Chebisa - Shomuthang - Robluthang - Limithang - Laya - Rhodophu - Narethang - Tarina - Woche - Lhedi - Thanza - Danji - Tshochena - Jichu Dramo - Chukarpo - Thampe Tsho -Maurothang - Maurothang - Sephu - Punakha. .
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5.0 / 3 Reviews
Thomas
New York
This was my second attempt to complete the Snowman Trek.
The first time I had booked my tour with the agent based in our country who was also organizing Bhutan Tour. But unfortunately due to the weather condition I could not complete and it was very expensive as well.
So this time I chose to directly book with the local agents in Bhutan. The tour cost was cheaper comparatively.
The trek is tough. I nearly gave up on half way . But my guide Mr. Sangay was very encouraging and did not allow me to give up. He had done the Snowma Trek several times and he was very comfortable with the route.
It was one of the most difficult trek that I have done so far but I pride myself in completing it.
I would specially like to thank Mr.Sangay without whose help this trek would not be possible.
Alexy
Ukraine
I ventured into Snowman trek owing to the adjectives associated with it. Suppose to be the toughest trek in the world. But to my suprise, it also opened the window to Bhutan's spiritual heartland- A world within a world.
The trekking is not easy but the scenic beauty that this trek offers is out of the world. Prepare yourself for long hours of of never ending trek, the freezing cold and unexpected blizzard. Consult your doctor before venturing into this trek, it requires high level of fitness.
Thank you Mr. Sangay my guide and the lively trekking Crews. Without your support this trek would not have been possible.
It was once in a life time experience. Worth all the cost and endeavour.
Highlights
Tour Highlights
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Endeavor on one of the most difficult trekking adventures of Bhutan - Snowman Trek.
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Walk on acient trade routes and worn yak trails
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Explore the gorgeous alpine meadows, high mountain passes and dense subtropical forest.
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Enjoy the magnificent views of the Mount Jomolhari (7,326 m); Jichu Drakey (6,662 m), Gangkar Puensum and Tsherimgang (6789 m).
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Navigate through high Mountain Passes of Neyle La Pass at 4,700 meters & Singchen La Pass at 5,000 meters.
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Experience the remote and unique nomadic culture of Laya & Lingshi
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You will be able to spot many Blue Sheep, Himalayan Marmots, and Takin; the national animal of Bhutan and yaks. If you are lucky you may also be able to see rare Snow Leopard.
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Camp at Jomolhari base and absorb the serene silence of the Mountain
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Mid Spring is a good time to spot different species of Rhododendron
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You may also be able to see the alpine Blue Poppy, the national flower of Bhutan
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Stroll at village of Thanza & Chebisa, the perfect Bhutanese postcard awash in alpenglow
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Relax your muscles at the Duer Hot Spring at the end of the Trek
