Overnight: Stay in Paro.
Overnight: Stay in Paro.
After leaving Jele Dzong, we follow the ridge northward for about 10 minutes, enjoying beautiful panoramic views before the trail leads us into a forested area. The forest here appears somewhat stark due to past damage caused by bark beetles. The trail gradually ascends and curves around a small peak, offering a chance to look back at parts of the Paro Valley, while to the south, you may catch glimpses of the distant Dagala mountain range. After approximately four hours of trekking, we arrive at our peaceful campsite in Tsokam, where we will spend the night surrounded by nature.
The ridge route taken by trekkers is about two hours longer than the path used by the pack animals, but it’s far more rewarding, offering spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day, you’ll enjoy stunning glimpses of snow-capped peaks to the north and sweeping vistas down into the surrounding valleys. Continuing northward for most of the day, you’ll eventually spot both tonight’s campsite and tomorrow’s trail stretching out to the east.
Along the way, you’ll pass a small campsite at Labana, and further along, you’ll catch sight of several remote monasteries nestled at the far end of the valley. The trail continues with a gentle ascent along the ridge, and from the opposite side, the beautiful Jimilang Tsho (lake) comes into view. We end the day camping beside this serene alpine lake, surrounded by tranquil wilderness.
We begin by walking around Jimilang Tsho, heading toward its far western end, where we start our ascent above the lake. As we climb through the bushes, the trail gradually opens up, revealing stunning views. Along the way, we pass several beautiful lakes and follow a wide stone path lined with vibrant rhododendron bushes. Continuing upwards, we reach a ridge, and soon, we catch sight of Simkotra Tsho, our campsite for the night, nestled beside this serene lake.
The trail is well-maintained with a few minor ascents, and eventually, we are rewarded with a view of Phajoding Monastery and the Thimphu Valley below. We descend towards the monastery, and from there, the trek to Thimphu is a leisurely downhill walk through dense forests. The trail leads us to the road above the Takin Sanctuary, where our driver will meet us and take us to our hotel in Thimphu, Bhutan’s modern capital. With a population of approximately 98,500, Thimphu is a small, charming city consisting of just three main streets of shops, and it holds the unique distinction of being the only capital city in the world without traffic lights.
Today is an easy descent through dense forests, leading us to the road above the Takin Sanctuary. From here, our driver will take us to our hotel in Thimphu, the modern capital of Bhutan. With a population of around 98,500, Thimphu is a quaint city, consisting of only three main streets lined with shops. It’s also unique for being the only capital in the world without traffic lights.
Today marks your final morning in the mystical and unforgettable land of Bhutan. After breakfast, we will proceed to check in for your flight. It’s time to bid a heartfelt farewell to Bhutan. We trust that you’ve thoroughly enjoyed your Trekking Tour with Dheyma and look forward to welcoming you and your friends back to this beautiful country in the future.
