About this trek
Duration
5Days/4Nights
Best Time
Mar-June & Sept-Nov
Mar-June & Sept-Nov
Highest Altitude
4350 m
Difficulty Level
Moderate - Hard
Highest Walking dist
16 km
Mar-June & Sept-Nov
Highest Walking Time
6 - 7 hrs
Trip highlight
The Nub Tshonapata Trek is a dazzling 5-day trek that takes you through the natural landscape and the unsullied mountains of Haa valley in western Bhutan. The trail meanders through invigorating forests of rhododendron and juniper and spectacular passes reaching as high as 4350m high from sea level. The trek is considered unique and unexplored as many do not trek in this region.
Besides rich local lore, the turquoise-colored Nub Tshonapata Lake, verdant and pristine forests, and the unparalleled views of Himalayan peaks remain as the highlight of the trek.
Includes
- Government levy, Permits, Visa fee, and Entrance Fees
- Accommodations, Transports and Guide Services
- All meals, tea and snacks
- Sightseeing
- Airfare, Tips and Insurance
- Sleeping bags (on trek), Laundry, Drinks/Beverages and Phone or Internet bills
- Other personal bill
Itinerary
Day 1 - Haa to Womji
14KM | 5-6 HOURS | 230M ASCENT | DESCENT 60M | CAMP ALT 2870M
Today your trek begins with a gentle climb up the Talela Pass at 3780m through a thick forest of rhododendron and conifer trees. You will continue ascending gradually to a yak herders’ camp at Tshojo. Climb up further to Gochula pass, which is at 4200m. After this pass, walk through the trail following a ridge and then descend gradually to our camp at Womji
Day 2 - Womji to Tsho Napata
22KM | 7-8 HOURS | 690M ASCENT | CAMP ALT 3750M
Start your trek by climbing steeply through juniper and rhododendron forest to the Gochhila pass at 4350m, providing spectacular views of the whole Tshejala range. You will continue walking to Tshejalum passing through several yak herders’ camps and in spring the trail will be carpeted with wild flowers. You will then walk towards Tshejala pass crossing the ancient trade route from Haa to Tibet
Day 3 - Tahonatapa Halt
You will spend the day exploring the area around this sacred lake, visiting the yak herders camp and seeing golden trout or exploring the surrounding hillsides.
Day 4 - Tshonapata to Tsojo
19KM | 6-7 HOURS | 855M ASCENT
You will retrace as far as the Gochhila Pass. From the pass take a different route over a ridge to Lake Tsojo at 3780m. Before the lake, take a detour from the main route for about half an hour to lakes – Ngatsho or a Drum Lake and Dungkar Lake where you will have a picnic lunch. After lunch, you will descend to the camp in a yak meadow at Tsojo.
Day 5 - Tsojo to Haa to Paro
10KM | 3-4 HOURS | 660M ASCENT | 660M DESCENT
The last day’s trail descends gradually through juniper and rhododendron forest until you reach the Talila Pass. Crossing the pass, you will re-enter the Haa Valley. Your trek ends here and your transport will be waiting here to take you to Paro. Overnight in Paro, altitude 2350m.
SDF
US $200
per day
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Customer reviews
Had one of the best travel experiences of our lives in September, organized through Bhutan Travelers. Everything taken care of seamlessly through our guide Chencho who with his vast experience and knowledge of all things related to Bhutan, left us with vivid memories. Lots of fun on the trek, meeting fascinating local people, experiencing their wonderful hospitality and everything the country has to offer. Captivating, beautiful landscapes. A true travel adventure!
Customer reviews
Overall rating
5/5