Jomolhari Trek

Day 1: Gunitsawa Village – Sharna Zampa
The trek begins at Gunitsawa Village, just beyond the army outpost. Trek permits will be verified at the checkpoint. The campsite is located just across the river from Gunitsawa.

Day 2: Sharna Zampa – Thangthangkha
This day involves multiple gradual ascents and descents along the forested river valley. The trail eventually narrows before opening to a meadow, your campsite for the night. Weather permitting, this is your first chance to see Mount Jomolhari.

Day 3: Thangthangkha – Jangothang (Jomolhari Basecamp)
Trek along the Paro Chhu Valley through scattered alpine meadows and sparse woodlands. Along the way, you’ll pass another army checkpoint and traditional villages such as Soe, Takethang, and Dangochang. Arrive at Jangothang, one of the most scenic campsites in the Himalayas, with sweeping views of Mount Jomolhari.

Day 4: Jangothang Acclimatization Day
Rest and acclimatize at Jangothang. Optional short hikes are available to explore surrounding ridges, alpine lakes, and other peaks including Jichu Drake and unscaled eastern summits. The region also offers chances to spot blue sheep in the wild.

Day 5: Jangothang – Lingshi
Cross Tshophu Lake and ascend to Bhonte La Pass (4,890m), the highest point of the trek. From the pass, descend along the Dhumzo Chhu river, passing isolated homes in Soi Yaktsa. Overnight at the camp near Lingshi.

Day 6: Lingshi – Shodu
Trek to Yelila Pass (4,930m) with panoramic views of Mount Jomolhari, Tserimgang, and Masanggang on a clear day. Steep descent to Shodu campsite.

Day 7: Shodu – Barshong
The trail follows the Thimphu Chhu river through dense rhododendron forests and alongside waterfalls. Continue uphill through narrowing valleys to reach the ruins of Barshong Dzong.

Day 8: Barshong – Dolam Kencho
Descend through forests of birch, maple, conifers, and bamboo before ascending into wide pasturelands. Set camp in an open meadow.

Day 9: Dolam Kencho – Dodena – Cherri Monastery
The trail leads through mixed forest and over a small pass before exiting Jigme Dorji National Park at Dodena. From here, it’s a 40-minute walk to Cherri Monastery, where the trek concludes.