Laya Gasa Trek (17 Days)
Cradled in the heart of the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is a mystical kingdom where spirituality, living traditions, and pristine nature blend in perfect harmony. This carefully designed journey through Bhutan’s western valleys invites you to slow your pace, engage more deeply, and experience a way of life guided by mindfulness, cultural reverence, and balance.
Highlights of the Laya Gasa Trekking
The Laya Gasa Trek is one of the most scenic and culturally enriching treks in Bhutan, offering a multitude of highlights that make it a memorable adventure. Here are some key highlights.
• Flora and Fauna
Trekking through the Jigme Dorji National Park, trekkers can spot a wide array of wildlife such as the elusive snow leopard, blue sheep, and several species of birds. The park is also home to diverse plant life, blooming with rhododendrons and other alpine flowers during the spring.
• Hot Springs.
The trek offers the chance to relax in natural hot springs near Gasa, which are believed to have healing properties and provide a perfect way to rejuvenate after the rigorous trek.
• Challenging Passes
The trek includes crossing several high passes, including the challenging Nyile La and Sinche La, which are over 4,000 meters. These high-altitude treks offer exhilarating challenges and spectacular views.
• Camping in the Wilderness
Experience the thrill of camping in the wilderness, surrounded by the tranquility of nature and under the starlit sky of Bhutan’s pristine wilderness.
TRIP ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive Paro
Day 02: Paro (hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery)
Day 03: Paro Drugyel Dzong – Shana
Day 04: Shana-Soi Thangtangkha
Day 05: Soi Thangthangkha-Jangothang
Day 06: Jangothang Rest
Day 07: Jangothang-Lingshi
Day 08: Lingshi-Chebisa
Day 09: Chebisa-Shoumuthang
Day 10: Shoumuthang – Robluthang
Day 11: Robluthang-Limithang
Day 12: Lingmithang- Laya
Day 13: Laya – Koena
Day 14: Koena-Gasa
Day 15: Gasa-Punakha
Day 16: Punakha-Thimphu
Day 17: Depart Paro from Thimphu