Jitchu Drake CHOMOLHARI LAYATREK
Following part of the legendary Snowman Trek, this challenging route takes us to Chomolhari Base Camp and the traditional mountain village of Laya. We hike through pine forests and yak pastures, with breathtaking mountain views of Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Takaphu. This trek is an ideal way to experience one of the most remote and least-visited regions of the Himalayas.
ITINERARY
Days 1/2 Overnight flight to the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu. Days 3/4 Paro Fly to the historic town and visit the museums, monasteries and temples on a series of acclimatisation walks. Days 5/6 Begin trek Visit the 17th century Drugyel Dzong (fort). Follow the river through forests and an ecological sanctuary to Thangthanka (3575m). Days 7/8 Base Camp Trek in the shadows of Bhutan’s largest mountains including Chomolhari (7314m) and Jichu Drake (6849m). Spend a day acclimatising at Chomolhari Base Camp with day hikes to nearby glaciers or lakes. Optional visit to a nomad’s house. Days 9/12 High Passes Walk across three high passes: Nyele La (4850m), Gombu La (4350m) and the highest point at 5005m – Sinche La. Arrive in Laya Village. Days 13/15 Hot Springs Cross Belela Pass (3740m) and trek to Gasa where there are hot springs to relieve tired feet. Day 16 Thimpu Drive to Bhutan’s capital. Spend time exploring the craft shops, visit Puankha Dzong and enjoy a farewell dinner. Days 17/18 Kathmandu Fly to the city and spend time sightseeing. Day 19 Fly to the UK.
“A tough high altitude trek crossing five high passes and visiting
inclusive from
£3726 19 DAYS
Chomolhari Base Camp” Chomolhari Laya Trek Ref TTB (CHINA) TIBET
Gr e a t H ima l a y a Rang LEMITHANG LAYA
Gangchey Ta 6794m
SHAKYAPASANG ROBLUTHANG
CHEBISA
Chomolhari 7314m
Sinche La 5005m
Goba La 4350m
LINGSHE
Nyele La 4850m Lingshi Dzong
THANGTHANGA CHOMOLHARI
BASE CAMP
SHANA ZAMPA
BHUT AN Drukyul Dzong THIMPU PARO From/To
KATHMANDU (NEPAL)
km 030
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TOUR ONLY – 18 DAYS Tour price without flights from £2959
Masang Gang 7194m
Gangla Karchung 6395m
KOENA GASA Damji TOUR DATES
The Chomolhari Laya Trek tour runs in the following months:
Jan
May Sep
Feb
Jun Oct
Mar
Jul Nov
Apr Aug Dec
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Trek grade TOUGH Comfort
Accommodation and Meals: 6 nights hotels, 11 nights camping. 18 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 13 dinners are included.
Transport: Bus and internal flights.
Trekking Details: This is an 11-day trek with an average of 7 hours walking a day; reaching a maximum altitude of 5005m. We have graded this trek as tough.
Group Size: Generally 10 to 18. flight DETAILS Ref: TTB
TREK LENGTH & GRADIENT
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Thangthanka Shana Zampa
Chomolhari Base Camp
Chebisa
Chomolhari Base Camp
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