Black Mountain range nearly divides the country in two, running from the north at the Tibetan border to the south, rich in wild life at the sanctuary of Manas. The portion near Pelela pass on highway to east is very picturesque with spacious high valleys of Rukubi, Phobjikha, Gonana and Khotakha. The big monastery of Pema Lingpa lineage at Gangte and small beautiful active gompa at Gogana are worth visiting. The route follows rich rhododendron forests and typical villages.
» Itinerary Details:
Day 01 Day 01 Arrival Paro. O/n.
Day 02 Sightseeing of Paro. O/n.
Day 03 Drive to Thimphu. O/n.
Day 04 Sightseeing of Thimphu. O/n.
Day 05 Drive to Punakha and Wangdi O/n.
Day 06 Trek commences. Ascend through Nitsegang gompa to pass and enter Khotakha valley for camp. (6/7 hours).
Day 07 Trek Gogana after crossing shobjula pass alt. 11.155 ft. Camp near gompa. Visit Gogna farm (5/6 hours).
Day 08 Trek to Phobjikha crossing of Tsele La pass. Camp below monastery (5/6 hrs).
Day 09 Ascend gradually to cross the pass on Pele Larange and descend to Rukubi village for camp (5/6 hours).
Day 10 Drive to Tongsa and then to Bumthang for O/n.
Day 11-12 Day excursion in Bumthang.
Day 13 Drive to Wangdi.
Day 14 Drive to Paro.
Day 15 Departure.
Climate (General): Days are normally warm. Nights can at times be cold and in winter even below the freezing point. Monsoons shower in summer (heaviest July & August) and sometimes even in spring and autumn.
What to Bring:
Strong and comfortable trekking boots, sunglasses, a lot of spare vests and socks, headgear raincoat & warm clothing for the evenings.
Recommendations:
Moderate fitness is required. Few weeks training is advised.
It is also possible to combine tour and trek. E-mail or fax us for detailed itineraries, costs or other pre-departure information.
Black Mountain range nearly divides the country in two, running from the north at the Tibetan border to the south, rich in wild life at the sanctuary of Manas. The portion near Pelela pass on highway to east is very picturesque with spacious high valleys of Rukubi, Phobjikha, Gonana and Khotakha. The big monastery of Pema Lingpa lineage at Gangte and small beautiful active gompa at Gogana are worth visiting. The route follows rich rhododendron forests and typical villages. 
