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Trekking In Bhutan |
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Bhutan offers many opportunities for trekking
with its splendid scenic beauty, lofty mountains
and deep valleys untouched by modernization.
Trekking in this Himalayan kingdom is a
wonderful experience for any one who enjoys
hiking and camping in rich natural habitats,
meeting indigenous people and their cultures. It
is quite different from trekking in Nepal where
you may meet other trekkers at every bend. The
country ranges from the dense forest of
subtropical jungles to the alpine shrubs,
endowed with a wide spectrum of Himalayan flora
and fauna. The land is thinly populated with
scattered settlements. A person may walk for
several days before sighting a village.
Although the Himalayas have always held a
long-standing attraction to the western world it
is a recent development here. Bhutan is one of
the most exclusive and rare destinations for any
tourist. The unique culture, architecture, lofty
snowcapped peaks, fortress like dzongs, Lamaist
Buddhist traditions and its friendly people
leave an everlasting impression on the visitor.
Like all tours to Bhutan, trekking can only be
organized through a registered agency in Bhutan.
The same daily costs apply as with any tours
($200 per person per night) and includes all the
services, accommodation, meals, guide, pack
animals, etc.
There are a choice of 4 to 25 (or more) day
treks. The 7 to 10-day trek to the base of
Chomolhari, the sacred mountain of Bhutan, is
one of the most popular hike in Bhutan. For
those looking for a shorter trek the 5-day Druk
Path trek is a good choice. Bumthang and
Lhunthse areas offer easy to moderate trekking
for those looking for more of a cultural
experience. And for those looking for
challenging treks the Laya, Lunana and Snowman
treks offer some of the remotest and demanding
trekking anywhere in the Himalayas. |
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