Laya Gasa Trek
15 Nights / 16 DaysOne of Bhutan's most legendary treks – an 11-day journey from Drukgyel Dzong through high mountain passes to the remote Laya village at 3,800m. Cross five passes above 4,000m, visit Jomolhari Base Camp, and meet the unique Layap people.
Trek duration: 11 days. A challenging but incredibly rewarding adventure.
One of Bhutan's most legendary treks – an 11-day journey from Drukgyel Dzong through high mountain passes to the remote Laya village at 3,800m. Cross five passes above 4,000m, visit Jomolhari Base Camp, and meet the unique Layap people.
Trek duration: 11 days. A challenging but incredibly rewarding adventure.
Welcome! Visit key Thimphu landmarks. Overnight in Thimphu.
Tashichho Dzong, Zorig Chusum. Overnight in Thimphu.
⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Start from Drukgyel Dzong. Trek along Paro Chhu river. Camp at Shana (2,870m).
⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Follow river valley. Open meadows. Camp at Soi Thangthangkha (3,600m).
⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Trek to Jomolhari Base Camp. Spectacular views of Mt. Jomolhari (7,314m). Camp at Jangothang (4,080m).
⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Cross Nyile La pass (4,870m). Descend to Lingshi (4,010m).
⛰ TREK DAY 5 — Trek to beautiful Chebisa village. Alpine meadows and waterfalls. Camp at Chebisa (3,880m).
⛰ TREK DAY 6 — Cross Gobu La pass (4,410m). Camp at Shomuthang (4,220m).
⛰ TREK DAY 7 — Cross Jhari La pass (4,750m). Descend to Robluthang (4,160m). Views of Masang Gang.
⛰ TREK DAY 8 — Cross Tsemo La pass (4,900m). Long descent to Limithang (3,600m).
⛰ TREK DAY 9 — Arrive at Laya village (3,800m). Meet the Layap people in their distinctive cone-shaped bamboo hats.
⛰ TREK DAY 10 — Descend from Laya. Cross Mo Chhu river. Camp at Koina (3,240m).
⛰ TREK DAY 11 — Final trek to Gasa. Visit Gasa Dzong and hot springs. Drive to Punakha. Overnight in Punakha.
Punakha Dzong. Chimi Lhakhang. Drive to Paro. Overnight in Paro.
Taktsang Monastery. Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Last night in Paro.
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 → Drukgyel Dzong → Jomolhari → Lingshi → Laya → Gasa → Punakha → Paro
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