Brigdungla Trek

13 Nights / 14 Days

A challenging 6-day trek through remote eastern Bhutan. Cross the Brigdungla pass at 4,600m with stunning views of the eastern Himalayan ranges. Trek through pristine forests, alpine meadows, and remote villages.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Bumthang, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

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A challenging 6-day trek through remote eastern Bhutan. Cross the Brigdungla pass at 4,600m with stunning views of the eastern Himalayan ranges. Trek through pristine forests, alpine meadows, and remote villages.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Bumthang, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

Day 01
Arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu
Paro → Thimphu · 2,400m

Welcome! Visit key Thimphu landmarks. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 02
Thimphu to Gangtey
Thimphu → Gangtey · 160km · 2,900m

Dochula Pass. Gangtey Goemba. Overnight in Gangtey.

Day 03
Gangtey to Bumthang
Gangtey → Bumthang · 158km · 2,800m

Trongsa Dzong. Yathra Weaving Center. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 04
Bumthang sightseeing
Bumthang · Full day

Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamshing Monastery. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 05
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 1
Bumthang → Trek · ~5hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Begin trek from Bumthang. Ascend through blue pine and fir forests. Camp.

Day 06
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 2
Trek · High altitude

⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Cross alpine meadows. Views of snow-capped peaks. Camp at high altitude.

Day 07
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 3
Trek · Brigdungla Pass 4,600m

⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Cross Brigdungla Pass (4,600m). Stunning panoramic views. Descent begins. Camp.

Day 08
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 4
Trek · Forests

⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Trek through varied forest zones. Remote villages along the trail. Camp.

Day 09
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 5
Trek · Descent

⛰ TREK DAY 5 — Continue descent. Beautiful river valleys. Camp.

Day 10
⛰ Brigdungla Trek – Day 6
Trek end → Trongsa

⛰ TREK DAY 6 — Final trek day. Drive to Trongsa. Overnight in Trongsa.

Day 11
Trongsa to Punakha
Trongsa → Punakha · 150km · 1,300m

Punakha Dzong. Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 12
Punakha to Paro
Punakha → Paro · 125km · 2,300m

Chimi Lhakhang. Paro Rinpung Dzong. Overnight in Paro.

Day 13
Tiger's Nest & Farewell
Paro · 3,120m

Taktsang Monastery. Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Last night in Paro.

Day 14
Depart Paro
Paro Airport

Tashi Delek!

  • Bhutan visa fee
  • Hotels (camping on trek)
  • Three meals daily
  • Bottled water
  • SDF US$100/night/person
  • 5% GST
  • Museum fees
  • Private car driver
  • Licensed guide trek guide
  • Camping equipment pack horses
  • Gho or Kira dress
  • Bhutan SIM card
  • Walking sticks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Airfares
  • Airport taxes
  • Excess baggage
  • Tips
  • Services not mentioned

Paro → Thimphu → Gangtey → Bumthang → Brigdungla Trek (6 days) → Trongsa → Punakha → Paro

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