Dagala Thousands Lakes Trek

9 Nights / 10 Days

A stunning 6-day trek through the Dagala range, visiting remote highland lakes surrounded by pristine alpine meadows. Spectacular views of the Himalayan peaks including Mount Jumolhari and Kanchenjunga.

Combined with cultural explorations in Thimphu and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

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A stunning 6-day trek through the Dagala range, visiting remote highland lakes surrounded by pristine alpine meadows. Spectacular views of the Himalayan peaks including Mount Jumolhari and Kanchenjunga.

Combined with cultural explorations in Thimphu and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

Day 01
Arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu
Paro → Thimphu · 55km · ~1.5hrs · 2,400m

Welcome! Visit Tachogang Lhakhang, National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Point. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 02
Discover Thimphu
Thimphu · Full day · 2,400m

Visit Tashichho Dzong, Zorig Chusum, Changangkha Lhakhang. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 03
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 1
Thimphu → Genekhag · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Drive to trek starting point. Begin ascent through blue pine and rhododendron forests. Camp at Genekhag (3,290m).

Day 04
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 2
Genekhag → Labatamba · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Trek through alpine meadows to Labatamba (4,300m). Views of snow-capped peaks and yak herder camps. Camp at Labatamba.

Day 05
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 3
Labatamba → Panka · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Visit the beautiful thousand lakes area. Trek to Panka (4,000m) through stunning alpine scenery. Camp at Panka.

Day 06
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 4
Panka → Talakha · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Cross Talakha Pass with panoramic views. Descend to Talakha monastery (3,080m). Camp at Talakha.

Day 07
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 5
Talakha → Chamgang · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 5 — Descend through forests to Chamgang. Views of Thimphu valley below. Camp at Chamgang.

Day 08
⛰ Dagala Trek – Day 6 / Drive to Paro
Chamgang → Thimphu → Paro · Trek Drive

⛰ TREK DAY 6 — Final descent to road head. Drive to Paro. Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong. Overnight in Paro.

Day 09
Tiger's Nest & Farewell
Paro · Full day · 3,120m peak

Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). Visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Hot stone bath. Last night in Paro.

Day 10
Depart Paro
Paro Airport · Departure

Tashi Delek! We hope to welcome you back!

  • 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 → Dagala Trek (6 days) → Thimphu → Paro

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