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Paro Rinpung Dzong
Rinpung Dzong or the "fortress on a heap of jewel" was built by Zhabdrung Ngawang
Namgyel in 1646. Its majestically on a hill overseeing the Pa chhu(river) and offers a
panoramic view of Paro valley.
Taa Dzong
Taa Dzong or watch tower was built in 1645 by Paro penlop La Ngoenpa Tenzin Drukda
together with Desi Minjur Tempa. It was built to protect the Dzong(fortress) and the
valley from unceasing attacks from outside. The watchtower was converted to a national
museum in 1967. The museum has an exhibit several antiques and relics of Bhutan, they
also exhibits the natural history and cultural practices.
Taksang Monastery - Acclimatizing Hike
Your highlight of the tour and a day excursion to one of the most petrified sites in
Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery / Tiger`s Nest which is about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours
down. It is located around 900 meters above the Paro valley. In the 8th Century Guru
Padmasambhava - the patron saint of Buddhism established the most sacred place in Bhutan
and meditated with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. It is believed that Guru flew on
a female tigress in pursuit of a demon which he subdued at the current site of the
Monastery. You can have your lunch, tea/snacks at the cafeteria midway.
Genekha - Gur
Walking Distance: 7km, 5 hours, 550m Ascent, 60m Descent Camp Altitude:
3,290m
Your first day of the beautiful Dagala trek starts from the beautiful Gynekha village.
The trail will take you through picturesque valleys and clear fresh rivers.
Gur - Labatama
Walking Distance: 12km, 5 - 6 hours, 1040m Ascent, 110m Descent, Camp Altitude:
4,300m
Today the trek is a little more strenuous. However the landscape on the way is awesome.
The highlight of today is a spectacular view of mount Kanchenjunga (Sikkim) and other
Bhutanese Himalayan peaks. You will come across refreshing cool meadows, yak herders`
camps and Uthso Lake. Tonight you will camp near the lake.
Acclimatization
Walking Distance: 0.00 Camp Altitude: 4,300m
Today is relaxation day at Labatama campsite near Uthso Lake. You have the choice for an
excursion to either one of the three lakes : Reli Tsho, Hen Tsho and Jama Tsho. The
lakes are populated with trout fish, try catching a trout or two for dinner.
Labatama - Panka
Walking Distance: 8km, 6-7 hours, 260m Ascent, 520m Descent, Camp Altitude:
4,080m
The trail will give you majestic views of the mountain peaks including Everest (Nepal),
Kanchenjunga (Sikkim), Jomolhari, Jichu Drake, Tshering Gang, Khangbum, Masang Gang,
Tsende Gang and Gangche Ta. You can get an even better view if you climb a peak close to
the saddle. You will pass through Dala Tsho Lake and follow the Doccha Chhu river.
Panka - Talakha
Walking Distance: 8km, 6 hours, 180m Ascent, 1100m Descent, Camp Altitude:
3,080m
You will traverse across a lot of mountain passes but none of them entail heavy
climbing. The highlight of this day`s trek is the Blue Poppy, the national flower of
Bhutan, different mountain birds and a spectacular view of Thimphu valley, the capital
city of Bhutan. You will camp near Talakha Monastery and early morning prayers will wake
you in the morning.
Talakha - Chamgang
Walking Distance: 6 km, 3 hours, 440m Descent
A short walk will take you to a feeder road leading to Chamgang village. Your vehicle
and driver waits to take you to the Hotel.
Departure
After breakfast drive to Paro International Airport where your guide and driver will bid
you farewell and hope you had a pleasant holiday and hope to see you in Bhutan again.
