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Paro, Jangothang and Lingshi, Bhutan / Trek

Chomolhari Trek

Walk from the Paro Valley to Jangothang below Chomolhari, then continue through Lingshi toward Thimphu.

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Mount Jomolhari in Bhutan
Mount Jomolhari in Bhutan.
Duration
15 daysOutline programme
High mountain passes
TrekParo, Jangothang and Lingshi
Season
Spring and autumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Challenging mountain trekTrek

A closer look at the journey.

The Chomolhari route begins in the Paro Valley and follows the river into increasingly open mountain country. Jangothang, beneath the Chomolhari massif, gives the journey its focal point. The programme allows time there before continuing toward Lingshi and the passes that link the upper valleys with the approach to Thimphu.

This is a sustained camping trek with remote walking days, rather than a short excursion from Paro. Rest and exploration time at Jangothang and Lingshi help shape the pace. Cultural visits in Paro and Thimphu frame the mountain journey, including a Taktsang walk when the local programme and conditions allow.

  • Jangothang beneath the Chomolhari massif
  • The upper valleys around Lingshi
  • Paro and Thimphu cultural visits

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1Arrive in Paro

Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.

Day 2Paro sightseeing and Taktsang walk

Visit the Paro area and make the uphill walk toward Taktsang when conditions and the local programme allow.

Day 3Begin the trek to Shana

Continue the planned walking stage, with breaks and the overnight stop arranged around the route and conditions.

Day 4Shana to Soi Thangthangkha

Follow the walking route from Shana to Soi Thangthangkha. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 5Soi Thangthangkha to Jangothang

Follow the walking route from Soi Thangthangkha to Jangothang. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 6Rest and explore Jangothang

Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.

Day 7Jangothang to Lingshi

Follow the walking route from Jangothang to Lingshi. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 8Rest and local exploration at Lingshi

Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.

Day 9Lingshi to Shodu

Follow the walking route from Lingshi to Shodu. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 10Shodu to Barshong

Follow the walking route from Shodu to Barshong. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 11Barshong to Dolam Kencho

Follow the walking route from Barshong to Dolam Kencho. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 12Walk out and travel to Thimphu

Continue the planned walking stage, with breaks and the overnight stop arranged around the route and conditions.

Day 13Explore Thimphu

Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.

Day 14Thimphu to Paro

Follow the walking route from Thimphu to Paro. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 15Depart Paro

Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Local guiding and mountain support arrangements
  • City and mountain accommodation, equipment and meal plan
  • Ground travel and any domestic flights shown in the agreed programme
  • Local access and trip arrangements required for the route

Budget separately

  • International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
  • Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
  • Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
  • Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme

Before you set out.

Previous multi-day walking experience and preparation for consecutive mountain days are useful. Discuss the altitude, terrain and pass requirements with the team.

Accommodation: Hotels on the travel stages and camping on the mountain route; camp support and equipment to be agreed.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Can the daily walking plan change?

Yes. Weather, trail conditions and the group's pace can affect individual stages. Agree the overall route and any important alternatives with the team.

Is there time at Jangothang?

Yes. The programme includes a rest and exploration day there before continuing toward Lingshi.

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