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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek. It is a 5-days trek near Thimphu, to a large number of lovely high altitude lakes. The Trek is easy and most trekking days are short but there are some long steep climbs. It starts from Khoma (near Thimphu) and ends in Simtokha, Thimphu. The highest point is 4300 Meters.
Dagala Thousand Lake Trek is a spectacular and challenging trekking adventure that takes you through the pristine wilderness of Bhutan. This multi-day trek offers a unique opportunity to explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas, including high-altitude alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and majestic mountain peaks. As you traverse through this remote and untouched region, you’ll encounter the rich biodiversity of Bhutan, with chances to witness rare flora and fauna. The trek also provides insights into Bhutanese culture, as you interact with local nomadic herders and visit remote villages along the way. If you seek an unforgettable experience amidst nature’s grandeur, the Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is a must-do journey for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
This tour is short and can be flexible.We specialize all our tour depending on the clients recommendation and customize itineraries according to our guest’s choice of date, time and place so that they can spend more time in the places doing the activities that they are interested in. This tour can be booked all year around.
Throughout the trip, you’ll be provided with best first class 3 Star Hotels & Accommodations selected by the Tourism Council of Bhutan for their exceptional quality service, location and of course, food. You can also upgrade Hotel to 5 star if you don’t like the 3 star Hotel upon paying extra cost.
Tourists travelling Bhutan in a group of two (2) persons or less shall be subject to a surcharge, in addition to the minimum daily package rates. (That is $225 – $250 per day, per person)
Surcharges are as follows:
The surcharge will not be applicable to representatives of foreign travel agents on business study or promotional visit duly approved and cleared by TCB.
Note: In a group of three persons, if one member is a child of 5 years and below, the group shall be treated as a FIT group of two persons and surcharge will be applicable.
1 Pax – $835 Per Person: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. $40 surcharge per night + $225 per night
2 Pax – $805 Per Person: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. $30 surcharge per night + $225 per night
Above 3 Pax below 16 Pax – $715: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. No surcharges applicable. $225 per night per person
16 Pax and more : For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. No surcharges applicable. If the group has more than 16 people, 1 individual gets FOC. Which is divided among the group.
Bhutan Tour cost during lean/off Seasons. (December January February,June,July and August)
1 Pax – $700: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. $40 surcharge per night + $180 per day
2 Pax – $670: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. $30 surcharge per night + $180 per day
3 Pax and more – $580: For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. No surcharges applicable. $180 per day per person
16 Pax and more : For 3 Nights Bhutan tour. No surcharges applicable. If the group has more than 16 people, 1 individual gets FOC. Which is divided among the group.
Please Note: Children below 5 years will not be eligible for GROUP SIZE DISCOUNTS, DURATION DISCOUNTS and SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FEE FREE ZONE DISCOUNT and All Children and Students will not be eligible for DURATION DISCOUNTS
Thimphu – Hotel Thimphu Tower/ Hotel Puentsho Pelri/ Hotel Jumolhari/ Similar
Paro – Metta Resort/ Shambala Resort/ Hotel Tashi Namgay/ Simialr
Punakha – The Four Boutique/ Zhingkham Resort/ Drubchhu Resort/ Similar
Note: Hotels will be booked upon availability. But if the recommended hotels are not available, we will try our best to book similar type of hotels in the region.
Guide – Mr. Rinzin Contact Number – +975 17618685
Driver – Mr. Biaksh Contact Number – +975 17591720
1 Pax – 3 Pax: SUV: Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fee, Toyota Prado/ Similar
4 Pax – 8 Pax: Mini Bus: Hyundai H1/ Toyota Hiace Bus/ Similar
10 Pax – 21 Pax: Tour Bus: Toyota Coaster Bus/ Similar
Once we are at Bhutan, we obviously would want to take something back as a souvenir. Something to remind us about our amazing adventures in the happiest country in the world.
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Your visa must be processed by a licensed Bhutanese tour operator as it will be verified by the Tourism council of Bhutan (TCB) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Bhutan does not have any direct flights from USA, Canada and European nations. In the event that you wish to venture out to Bhutan from USA, Canada or any European countries, you need to travel to Delhi/Kolkotta in India or Kathmandu in Nepal or Singapore or Bangkok to interface your trip into Bhutan.
Direct flights to Bhutan:
On a direct flight, it takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes to reach Bhutan from Delhi.
It takes about an hour to reach Paro airport from Kolkata.
It takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Bhutan from Guwahati including transfers. But the quickest flight to Bhutan from Guwahati is the direct flight which takes about 50 minutes to reach the Paro Airport.
It takes just 1 hour to fly to Paro from Bagdogra by flight. You can take a direct flight to Paro from Bagdogra airport.
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You will be received by guide from ETH Tours and drive to thimphu. Visit largest standing Bhudha overlooking thimphu valley. Acclamitasation at Thimphu.
Your day begins in capital of Bhutan by visiting the ancient fortress Tashichhodzong which is now the Office of King. The grand majestic architecture of Dzongs is mesmerizing. Aftrenoon visit the folk heritage museam. Dinner and over night at Hotel.
(14 Km, 4hrs), Walk through terraced Paddy fields and coniferous forests to the settlement of Geynikha (2950 meters)a small village which also is the hub for Sangay Shamu(mushroom). The route then descends to a chorten that marks a camping place along side a stream at 2800 meters.
(5Km, 4hrs.), Crossing a suspension bridge, the trail heads west for a while, then climbs steeply towards the south to a rock platform and a crest at 3200 meters. A further walk of about two hours leads to a camp in a forest clearing at 3350 meters. Camping at Tent.
(12 Km, 5hrs.), Cross the pass at 4240 meters for a view of Spectacular Dagala village. Pass though several herders camps enroute to the foot of the broad Labatamba valley at 4300 meters near Utso Lake, where plenty of Golden Trout flourish. There are so many lakes in the vicinity which gives the name of this Trek as Thousand Lake. Camp near the lake.
(8 Km, 4 hrs.), The trail climbs along the western side of the lake to saddle at 4500 meters, where there are good mountain views. From the pass there is a steep descent to another lake at 4350 meters. A short distance beyond the lake leads to the valley and then to Panka at 4000 meters.
(8 km, 4 hrs), The route leads north crossing a pass at 4000 meters, then climbs along the side of the ridge to a crest at 4270 meters. From here there is a view of the Dagala Mountain range and a view of Thimphu, far to the North. It is then a long descent through forests to the Goemba and village of Talakha (3083 meters).
(3 Km, 3 Hrs), Walk downhill on a steep trail to Simtokha from where the Vehicle will pick you up and drive to Thimphu. After lunch, sightseeing in Thimphu includes: the National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts followed by visit to Painting School, famous for carving and free hand art and National Institute of Traditional medicine. After lunch visit the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan built in 1627 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, which now houses a School and then visit National Memorial Chorten, a monument dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan. His Late Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. The inside paintings and statues provide a very rare insight into Buddhist Philosophy. Then visit Handicrafts Emporium to see the exquisite artistry of traditional crafts and textiles. Visit to TashichhoDzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion), built in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and reconstructed in 1961 by the Late King, His Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wang chuck, who is regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. Evening free for shopping and leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
(72 Kms, 3 hours drive). After breakfast, Drive to Punakha via Dochula pass. Enjoy the 360 degree view of the Himalayas at Dochula pass followed by visit to Chimi lhakhang the fertility monastery. After lunch visit Punakha Dzong one of the most beautiful fortress located between two rivers. Over night in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Thimphu. Lunch in Thimphu. After lunch, drive to Paro. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Early morning hike the most spectacular Tiger nest monastery perched at 900m above the paro valley. The monastery is the most iconic place in Bhutan. After lunch explore the paro town and you may want to purchase some sovenier to take home. Over night at Hotel.
Paro to Airport is just 15 minutes drive and our guide and driver will see you off.
