Jomolhari Trek

Abode of the Gods Trek - Chomolhari Lingshi Thimphu

Days
Culture Tours
Moderate

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One of Bhutan’s most popular trek, it offers spectacular views of 7314m high Jumolhari, its companion Jitchu Drake, Tserim Kang and the adjoining peaks. Mt. Jhomolhari is spelt as Chomolhari, Jumolhari or Jomolhari but they are all the same. Bhutan’s deeply venerated guardian peak, rises on the Tibet-Bhutan border near the major ancient trade route from India into Tibet’s Phari Valley. It is thought by many to be the most beautiful mountain in the whole length of the Himalayas. The trek passes through Bhutan’s little-visited villages, valley’s and forests, with opportunities to see blue sheep, along with a huge variety of bird life. In the spring, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and masses of wildflowers carpet the high meadows, and pear and apple trees blossom in the valleys. In the fall, rice paddies ripen to a golden brown, and Yak herders bring their charges down from high summer pastures.

Overview

Trip Type Trekking

Activities Included

Accommodation For culture portion we use best tourist standard hotel, even relative upgrade wherever possible. For instance hotel Druk and Tashi Namgay Resort (4 star deluxe) in Thimphu and Paro respectively. For trek portion, we use best trekking equipments and gears. Moreover we constantly upgrade our trekking gears, so we are fairly updated.

Meal Full board for culture as well as trek.

Best Seasons Spring (March- May) and fall season from September - 1st week of Nov are the best time to do this trek. Passes are closed with snow during winter and sporadic rain in some places make it slippery and unsafe during monsoon.

Route Arrive Paro
Trek (Drive to Shana -trek to Thongduzam
Thongduzam - Soi Thangthangkha
Soi Thangthangkh - Jangothang.
Jangothang - Lhingshi
Lhingshi - Shodu
Shodu - Barshong
Barshong -Dodema -Thimphu.
Thimphu -Paro (Departure)

Cost Information

Cost is based on the number of participants. For details contact us.

Included:
•   Bhutan royalties, Visa, taxes and permits.
•   All transfers and transportation by good quality private vehicle.
•   English Speaking Guide through-out.
•   Accommodation in standard tourist hotels during tours and in tent camps during the trek.
•   All meals, including evening tea.
•   During the trek: fully organized trek with Tents, Thermal Pads, Blow pillow, Hot-water bag, Pack animals/porters to carry luggage. Basic Medical Kit, Cook and assistants. Beverages such as Juices, Tea, Alcoholic spirits are also provided during the trek.

Not Included:
•   Flights in and out of Bhutan. Booking will be done by us.
•   Travel/Medical Insurance – optional
•   Personal trekking gears such as sleeping bag, clothing, shoes etc.
•   Personal expenses such as Tips and gratuities (optional), bar/beverages, laundry, telephone and others not listed in the included section.

Included

Bhutan Royalties, tourists fees, Visa fees and taxes.
Accommodations in listed or similar hotels (pleasant hotels 3-4 star type) during the tour and in tents during the trek.
All meals, including evening tea/coffee etc through-out the trip.
All land transfers, sightseeing with entrance fees.
Experienced English Speaking Bhutanese Tour Guide.
Bottled water in the vehicle and other Comp. services.
During the trek:
Fully-serviced camping trek
Provided during the trek: tents (sleeping, dining Kitchen and toilet tents), trekking mattresses, small air pillow, Hot-water bag, Pressured Altitude Bag for altitude emergencies, Pack animals to carry luggage and additional riding pony for emergency. Basic Medical Kit. Trekking Guide, Cook and assistants accompany the group. All meals, beverages and snacks are provided.
Sleeping bag is available for nominal cleaning charges.
Also available to borrow for free: Walking Sticks (trekking poles), Umbrella/Pancho, Water Bottle
We are constantly upgrading our trekking equipment and gears, so you can be assured that you will receive the best and latest. We use the best sleeping tents available out there for this trek.

Not included

Flights in and out of Bhutan.
Personal trekking gears such as sleeping bag, clothing, shoes etc.
Sleeping bags are available for rental.
Any Item not listed in included section

Guides

Yonten Phuntsho is one of our senior most guide. And well versed on his business. Initially, he conceded an impression of a man of a few words but I was in for surprise with the knowledge of his job, great sense of humour and congenial personality- simply one cannot judge a book by its cover. His unwavering focus, dedication, knowledge and passion runs deep for the love of his works. His aptly quote Barbara Kingsolver “I do my best work if I think about what it is I have to offer”.

From the outset, he knew what he wants to do in his life. Right after finishing his Class 12, he enrolled for guide course for culture initially then extended few more month to complete course on Trekking as well in 2008. After doing free lancing for a while, he joined Wind Horse Tours in 2010.

For most Bhutanese, appeals that mountainous terrains throw in for an out door adventures are native. In the case of Yonten, it was no exception. He easily gave in to the temptation of Mountain biking with its advent. He explored and lead tours in his bike but his allegiance is more inclined to off road biking trips that leads to quaint villages. To explore the unknown and love for nature, these attributes that he cultivated while trekking the alpine highlands and wilderness in remote corner of country was what prompt him to readily agree to embark on audacious Haa to Phuentsholing on mountain bike, overcoming challenges of carrying bike in tough terrains, untamed vegetations and unexplored areas.