Jomolhari Trek in Bhutan

Explore the timeless and scenic Jomolhari trek in Bhutan, spanning 7 days. Details regarding trek costs, itinerary, difficulty, and more are provided below. The trek winds through the Yak herders’ camp at Tegethang, leading to the Jomolhari base camp at 4115 meters. En route, you’ll traverse passes like Nyelela (4700 m) and Yalila (4930 m), treating you to breathtaking vistas of Jomolhari mountain (7314 m), Jichu Drake, Tsherim Gang, and Masagang. Encounter diverse flora and fauna, including the Blue Poppy (Bhutan’s national flower), herds of Blue sheep, and the unique Takins.

Jomolhari Trek in Bhutan

Trip Highlights:

  • Trek Duration: 07 days.
  • Starting Point: Shana, Paro.
  • Trek End Point: Barshong, Thimphu.
  • Highest Point: 4930 m at Yalila pass.
  • Total Distance: 102 km.
  • Difficulty Level: Strenuous.
  • Jomolhari Trek Cost: Starting at US $ 2965.00
  • Best Time: March – May & September – November.

Jomolhari Trek Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival at Paro and Sightseeing | Altitude: 2200 m.

Day 02: Paro Sightseeing – Hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery | 7 km | Hike: 4 hours.

Day 03: Paro – Shana – Thang Thangkha (Start of Jomolhari Trek Bhutan Itinerary) | 22 Km | Hike: 7 – 8 hours | Altitude: 3610 m.

Day 04: Thang Thangka – Jangothang | 19 Km | Hike: 5 – 6 hours | Altitude: 4080 m.

Day 05: Jangothang Halt | Altitude: 4080 m.

Day 06: Jangothang – Lingshi | 18 km | Hike: 6-7 hours | Altitude: 4010 m.

Day 07: Lingshi – Shodu | 22 km | Hike: 8-9 hours | Altitude 4080 m.

Day 08: Shodu – Barshong | 16 km | Hike: 5-6 hours | Altitude 3710 m.

Day 09: Barshong – Thimphu (42 km. 2 hours drive).

Day 10: Thimphu Sightseeing – Paro | 54 km | Drive: 1 hour.

Day 11: Paro – Departure.

Comprehensive Schedule for the Jomolhari Trek in bhutan

Upon your arrival at Paro International Airport, your guide and driver will warmly welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.

In the afternoon, explore the Ta Dzong, which houses the National Museum of Bhutan, and visit Rinpung Dzong, a fortress built in 1644 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.

Enjoy the evening with the freedom to leisurely stroll through the town.

Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

In the morning, hike to the iconic Tiger’s nest monastery (Paro Taktsang). It is a 2 hours hike till the monastery from the base of the hill.

In the afternoon, visit Drugyal dzong, the defense fortress built in 1649 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.

Then visit Kichu monastery, the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 659 AD by the Tibetan King Srongtsen Gampo.

In the evening, visit to a Bhutanese farmhouse.

Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Embark on the Jomolhari Trek in Bhutan by driving to Shana in the morning and commencing the trek to Thang Thanka, marking the beginning of the journey. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the stone shelter camp.

Altitude: 3610 m; Distance: 22 Km; Time: 7 – 8 hours. (Ascent: 770 m, Descent: 10 m). Difficulty Level of Jomolhari Trek: Strenuous.

Today, we pass Tegethang, where the yak herders’ camp in winter. You will see many yaks before we enter Jangothang base camp. There is also a ruined dzong nearby that used to guard Bhutan in ancient times against the Tibetan forces.

Dinner and overnight in camp.

Altitude: 4080 m; Distance 19 Km; Time 5 – 6 hours. (Ascent 480 m). Jomolhari trek difficulty level: Strenuous.

For day hikes, you have 3 options on this day at Jangothang.

  • Hike to Jomolhari glacier which is around 4 ½ hours (Back and forth).
  • Hike to Jichu Drake glacier which is around 3 hours (Back and forth).
  • Walk up the mountain between Jomolhari and Jichu Drake, the summit is at 5200 m with a great view of both the mountains. This is 8 hours (Back and forth).

Dinner and overnight in camp.

Experience the awe-inspiring vistas of Jichu Drake, Jomolhari, and Tsherim Gang today. Ascend to the Nyeley La Pass, situated at an altitude of 4,700 meters, before descending to Lingshi. Take in the captivating sight of Lingshi Dzong.

Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the camp, located at an altitude of 4010 meters.

Distance: 18 km, Hiking Time: 6-7 hours, Ascent: 840 m, Descent: 870 m, Difficulty Level of Jomolhari Trek: Strenuous.

We climb Yalila pass (4930 m), from where on a clear day, best views of Tserim gang, mount Jomolhari and Masagang will be seen.

Dinner and overnight in camp at Shodu. (Altitude: 4080 m).

Distance: 22 km, hiking time: 8-9 hours. (Ascent 940 m, descent 920 m). Jomolhari trek difficulty level: Strenuous.

The route follows the Thimphu river, descending through rhododendron, juniper and other alpine forest.

In the afternoon, the trail gradually ascends to the ruins of the Barshong dzong, reaching the camp.

Dinner and overnight in camp (Altitude: 3710 m).

Distance: 16 km, walking time: 5-6 hours, Ascent 250 m, Descent: 670 m.

Descend through the alpine forest, following the trail as it leads us alongside the Thimphu River once more. Your transportation will be arranged to pick you up and drive you to Thimphu.

Distance: 4 km, Walking Time: 2 hours, Ascent: 290 m, Descent: 640 m.

Explore Thimphu today with sightseeing that includes a visit to a hand-made paper factory and the weekend market. Don’t miss the chance to witness an archery match.

As the evening approaches, embark on a drive to Paro (54 km, 1-hour drive).

Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to the airport and farewell.

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