Trek around Bhutan’s Himalayan crown jewel
Jomolhari
06-15 July 2024
11-21 Oct 2024
Price: $5,240
Deposit: $1000
Duration: 11 Days
Group: 4-12 People
Trip Highlights
The Jomolhari Loop is a captivating journey that takes you through the diverse and stunning scenery of Bhutan’s most renowned trekking region. As the shortest circuit among the Jomolhari routes, it allows you to experience the rich natural and cultural heritage of this Himalayan kingdom in a relatively short time. You will traverse altitudes ranging from 2,500m to nearly 5,000m, witnessing the dramatic changes in the landscape, wildlife, and vegetation along the way. The crowning glory of this trek is the awe-inspiring view of Mount Jomolhari, the sacred and snow-capped peak that rises above 7,000m, from the Jomolhari Basecamp (Jangothang.)
This NORGAY fixed departure itinerary is focused primarily on trekking around Jomolhari, but it also includes a visit to the Tiger’s Nest.
Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery (10,200 feet): Bhutan’s most iconic landmark and religious site. The name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger’s Nest”. This monastery is one of the most holy sites in the kingdom and clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face about 3,000 feet above the Paro Valley.
Thimphu (7,800 feet): The Kingdom’s capital, a bustling little city, is the center of commerce, religion and government in the country. One of the most curious features of Thimphu is that it is the only capital city in the world that does not use traffic lights. Instead a few major intersections have policemen standing in elaborately decorated booths (small pavilions), directing traffic with exaggerated hand motions. The juxtaposition of ancient tradition and modernity makes Thimphu the ideal location for visitors to immerse themselves in the lifestyle of contemporary Bhutanese.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVE BHUTAN - Drive to Thimphu.
Day 2: PARO - Explore Thimphu and Paro.
Day 3: PARO - Hike to Taktsang Monastery.
Day 4: TREK to Shingkharub (3,352m).
Day 5: TREK to Thangthangkha (3,610m).
Day 6: TREK to Jomolhari Base Camp (4,080m).
Day 7: REST DAY at Jangothang.
Day 8: TREK to Soi Yaktsa (3,800m).
DAY 9: TREK to Thombu Shong (4,180m)
DAY 10: TREK to Gunitsawa Village to Paro.
DAY 11: DEPART
** Detailed Itinerary provided upon booking.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
Deposit: $1000 on Booking.
Balance: $4240 80 Days prior to arrival.
Destination Management Services.
Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee & Bhutan Visa Services.
Monuments and Park permits.
Accommodations: Mountain Hardwear Tents and Sleeping Bags.
Carefully curated options of high-quality 3/4-star hotels.*
Meals: All meals on tour and Trek. Choice of good local dining establishments.
A highly experienced and licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
Transport and Transfers in Bhutan.
Purified drinking water for the duration of the journey.
Included
Flight into Bhutan (Organized on request).
Transfers Outside Bhutan.
Meals at luxury hotels and restaurants.
Laundry, spa treatments, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Beverages: Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic.
Single Room Occupancy: Additional daily charges apply.
Travel Insurance.
Gratuity to Guide & Trekking Staff.
Not Included
Cancellation Policies and Procedures
Please secure comprehensive travel insurance (Health, Trip Cancellation, & Evacuation)—especially one that covers Covid-19 / Health-related cancellations. The tour deposit is non-refundable. Cancelation within 30 days or less of arrival; or in the event of early departure, a 100% cancellation charge is applicable. NORGAY is not responsible for any changes in itinerary due to events beyond our control, such as Covid-19 restrictions, weather, personal health, & flight cancellations.