Nabji Korphu Trek

11 Nights / 12 Days

A unique 4-day trek through the tropical and semi-tropical zones of central Bhutan. Visit the remote Nabji and Korphu villages, cross pristine bamboo forests and subtropical landscapes. One of the few treks at lower altitude in Bhutan.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Gangtey, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 4 days.

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A unique 4-day trek through the tropical and semi-tropical zones of central Bhutan. Visit the remote Nabji and Korphu villages, cross pristine bamboo forests and subtropical landscapes. One of the few treks at lower altitude in Bhutan.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Gangtey, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 4 days.

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

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

Day 02
Thimphu to Gangtey
Thimphu → Gangtey · 160km · ~6hrs · 2,900m

Dochula Pass (3,050m). Gangtey Goemba. Gangtey Nature Trail. Overnight in Gangtey.

Day 03
Gangtey to Trongsa
Gangtey → Trongsa · 80km · ~2.5hrs · 2,200m

Trongsa Dzong and Ta Dzong (National Museum). Overnight in Trongsa.

Day 04
Trongsa to Tongtongphey
Trongsa → Tongtongphey · Drive Trek

Drive to trek starting point. Begin descent into subtropical zone. Camp at Tongtongphey.

Day 05
⛰ Nabji Korphu Trek – Day 1
Tongtongphey → Nabji · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Trek through bamboo forests and subtropical landscape to Nabji village. Visit sacred Nabji Lhakhang.

Day 06
⛰ Nabji Korphu Trek – Day 2
Nabji → Korphu · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Trek to Korphu village, the farthest village in Trongsa district. Experience remote highland life.

Day 07
⛰ Nabji Korphu Trek – Day 3
Korphu → Nimshong · Trek

⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Continue through pristine forests. Camp at Nimshong.

Day 08
⛰ Nabji Korphu Trek – Day 4
Nimshong → Tongtongphey → Trongsa · Trek Drive

⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Final trek day. Drive to Trongsa. Overnight in Trongsa.

Day 09
Trongsa to Punakha
Trongsa → Punakha · 150km · ~5hrs · 1,300m

Punakha Dzong. Pho Chhu Suspension Bridge. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 10
Punakha to Paro
Punakha → Paro · 125km · ~4hrs · 2,300m

Chimi Lhakhang. Paro Rinpung Dzong. Overnight in Paro.

Day 11
Tiger's Nest & Farewell
Paro · Full day · 3,120m peak

Hike to Taktsang Monastery. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Last night in Paro.

Day 12
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 → Trongsa → Nabji Korphu Trek (4 days) → Punakha → Paro

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