Trekking in Bhutan is unlike anywhere else in the Himalayas. If you don’t have much time yet want to have a trek experience in Bhutan, Bumdra Trek is a good choice. It is a lovely short two day trek with lots of stunning views, and only one night in a tent under the stars.
Each group is accompanied by a trained guide, a cook, an assistant and at least one horseman. Carry a daypack for your necessities and snacks during the day as horses and yaks carry all provisions and most of your belongings.
Enjoy the scenic valley hike of clear crisp mountain air, mystic clouds rolling over the mountain peaks and sometimes even the entire trek route to yourself.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Paro (2,800 m) – Sangchokor – Bumbra Monastery (3,800 m)
Bumdra Trek, distance: 7 km , walking time: 4 hrs
- Pick up from Paro
- Drive to Sangchokor Buddhist College – Load the ponies and to pay respects in temple
- Sangchokor Buddhist College to Chhoe Tse Lhakhang (temple) – 3 hours climb through thick alpine forest with commanding views of southern Paro valley, snow capped Himalayas including Paro Airport
- Another 40mins trek through ruins and fluttering prayer flags to reach a high wide meadow dotted with sacred chortens and prayer flags
- Camp under Bumdra Monastery (cave of a thousand prayers) making the most of the awesome views of the Himalayan range.
- If time permits, climb and explore the peak at about 4000 meters for scenic views
- Overnight in camp
Day 2: Bumdra – Tiger Nest – Paro
Bumbra Trek, distance: 15km, walking time: 6hrs
- Wake up early for a hearty breakfast and enjoy the awesome landscape
- After 1-2 hours of descent, you will come across the mountainside of the monasteries and temples before reaching the gardens of Zhang Pelri (Heaven on Earth). Take in the ornate roofs of Taktsang in the cliff far below
- At the gates of Taktsang Temple, take a descent to waterfall before ascending to arrive at the holy and majestic Tiger Nest.
- Take time to enjoy the views
- Final descent of about 45 minutes back to vehicle
- Pick up and drop off at Paro hotel
Highlights & Inclusions:
- Camping on full board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Exclude personal expenses like alcoholic beverages
- Private transportation and local English Speaking Guide
- Admission fees as indicated in itinerary
- Optional Tipping
Insider Tips:
- Be prepared with comfortable shoes or hiking boots for treks
- Highly recommended that you wear or bring rainwear, umbrella, hat, sunglass and an extra jacket that you can use according to the temperature of the day
- Please advise if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Vegetarian food options are available, please advise at time of booking if required