Masagang Laya Trek

Masagang Laya Trek

Trek to the base of Masagang via Laya

Trip Overview

cultural_tour Duration 15 Days
Moderate Trip Level Moderate
trekking Trip Type Trekking
Activities Included Activities Included
Activities Included Trekking Activities Included Village Tours
best Best Months March, April, May, October, November

best Good Months September

best Lean Months June, July, August, September

best Not Recommended Months January, February, December

accommodations Accommodation Tourist Standard Hotel generally 3 to 4 star category. State of Art trekking tents and other accessories
meals Meals All meals including
seasons Best Seasons Spring(March - May) & Falls (late Sept - Nov) are best seasons.

Trip Highlights

    • Moderately difficult high altitude trek  into pristine, unspoiled  area.
    • Visit of remote highland villages of Laya and Lungo
    • Great views of Masagang and  Tsenda Kang peaks
    • Two nights in gorgeous Nullithang campsite
    • See the highlights of  Paro, Thimphu, Wangdue and Punakha

Trip Description

Undoubtedly, trekking in Bhutan is all together a different experience – pristine environs, surreal landscapes, distinct social & cultural parameter of Yak herders tribes, alpine lakes etc. And if the trail happen to be   less frequented by travellers by any standard, wholeheartedly, adds a charm and affluence of its own. To conjure up a name for such kind of  existing trail – Masagang  Trek immediately rings the bells.

This itinerary takes a detour to Laya village, exposing unique social and cultural characters, adding a depth to this trek with social dimension through interaction with Layap. Crossing some Army checkpoint that only reiterate its closeness to Tibet. And some scattered yet tranquil houses and Yak Herder makeshift or dilapidated  huts all along the way. Finally opening up to the grandeur of Masagang and other peaks. For locals it has invariably draws a sense of reverence  and sacredness ingrained in its history and belief. And for others, a sense of awe in nature, spirit and character based on its sheer beauty and magnitude.

The trail is as old as time, largely without any footprint of visitors other than Yak Herders and a few locals. The trail treaded upon by local only, conserving its originality. Its nascent form, breathtaking landscape, local people etc in combination makes it one of the truly remarkable trek in Bhutan.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Paro

Day 2 & 3: In Punakha

Day 4: Drive to Gasa and continue further to the roadhead and begin the trek. Camp

Day 5 & 6: Trek to Laya Village  (3-4hrs). Explore Laya rest of the day and the next day. Overnight Camp or Village home.

Day 7 & 8: Trek to Kullu Khar & Nulithang

Day 9: Day to Explore

Day 10: Trek down from Nulithang- Takse Markar

Day 11: Trek end near Tongchudra (road head) and drive to Gasa-Gasa Hot Spring

Day 12 & 13: In the capital Thimphu

Day 14: In Paro (Hike to Takstang)

Day 15: Departure

 

Included

    • Daily SDF- tourist fees
    • Bhutan visa and visa fees
    • Accommodations in hotels (pleasant hotels 3-4 star type) during the tour and in tents during the trek.
    • All meals
    • All land transfers by private vehicle
    • 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 by brand such as Mountain handwear or Northface .

Not included

    • Flights in and out of Bhutan.
    • Personal trekking gears such as sleeping bag, clothing, shoes etc.
    • Sleeping bags are available for small cleaning fee.