Jomolhari trek in Bhutan.
The Jomolhari trek in Bhutan (7 days) is classic and beautiful and trek cost, itinerary, difficulty and other details are given below. The trek route passes through the Yak herders’ camp at Tegethang before reaching Jomolhari base camp at 4115 m. Jomolhari trek in Bhutan will take you over passes like Nyelela (4700 m) and Yalila (4930 m). You can see spectacular views of Jomolhari mountain (7314 m), Jichu Drake, Tsherim gang and Masagang. You will also come across diverse flora and fauna including Blue Poppy (National flower of Bhutan), herds of Blue sheep and Takins.
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Trip facts:
- Trek duration: 7 days.
- Starting point: Shana, Paro.
- Trek end point: Barshong, Thimphu.
- Highest point: 4930 m at Yalila pass.
- Total distance: 102 km.
- Difficulty level: Strenuous.
- Jomolhari trek cost: Starts at US $ 2965.00
- Best time: March – May & September – November.
Jomolhari trek in Bhutan itinerary (Sketch):
- Day 01. Arrival at Paro & sightseeing | Altitude: 2200 m.
- Day 02. Paro sightseeing – Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery | 7 km | Hike: 4 hours.
- Day 03. Paro – Shana – Thang Thangkha (start of Jomolhari trek Bhutan itinerary) | 22 Km | Hike: 7 – 8 hours | Altitude: 3610 m.
- Day 04. Thang Thangka – Jangothang | 19 Km | Hike: 5 – 6 hours | Altitude: 4080 m.
- Day 05. Jangothang Halt | Altitude: 4080 m.
- Day 06. Jangothang – Lingshi | 18 km | Hike: 6-7 hours | Altitude: 4010 m.
- Day 07. Lingshi – Shodu | 22 km | Hike: 8-9 hours | Altitude 4080 m.
- Day 08. Shodu – Barshong | 16 km | Hike: 5-6 hours | Altitude 3710 m.
- Day 09. Barshong – Thimphu (42 km. 2 hours drive).
- Day 10. Thimphu sightseeing – Paro | 54 km | Drive: 1 hour.
- Day 11. Paro – Departure:
Jomolhari trek cost / price:
The costs given below are inclusive of sustainable development fee (SDF) of US $ 100 per person per night and Bhutan visa fee US $ 40 per person.
Entrance fees for monuments and festivals visits to be paid separately.
The Jomolhari trek costs / prices for different group sizes are below:
- 2 people: US $ 3185 per person.
- 3 – 10 people: US $ 2965 per person.
For luxury trek, we charge extra premiums on top of the above Jomolhari trek cost.
Nature of trip: Private & guided Bhutan trip.
Detailed itinerary.
Day 01. Arrive Paro and sightseeing | Altitude: 2280 m.
Your guide and driver will receive you at the Paro International airport and drive to the Hotel.
In the afternoon, visit Ta dzong (National museum of Bhutan) and Rinpung dzong built in 1644 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Day 02. Paro – Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery (Taktsang) | 7 Km | Hike: 2 hours.
In the morning, hike to the iconic Tiger’s nest monastery (Paro Taktsang). It is a 2 hours hike till the monastery from the base of the hill.
In the afternoon, visit Drugyal dzong, the defense fortress built in 1649 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
Then visit Kichu monastery, the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 659 AD by the Tibetan King Srongtsen Gampo.
In the evening, visit to a Bhutanese farmhouse.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Day 03. Paro – Shana – Thang Thanka (Start of Jomolhari trek in Bhutan):
In the Morning, drive to Shana and start the Trek to Thang Thanka (Start of Jomolhari trek in Bhutan).
Dinner and overnight in camp at the stone shelter.
Altitude: 3610 m; distance 22 Km; time 7 – 8 hours. (Ascent 770 m, Descent 10 m). Jomolhari trek difficulty: Strenuous.
Day 04. Thang Thangka – Jangothang:
Today, we pass Tegethang, where the yak herders’ camp in winter. You will see many yaks before we enter Jangothang base camp. There is also a ruined dzong nearby that used to guard Bhutan in ancient times against the Tibetan forces.
Dinner and overnight in camp.
Altitude: 4080 m; Distance 19 Km; Time 5 – 6 hours. (Ascent 480 m). Jomolhari trek difficulty level: Strenuous.
Day 05. Jangothang Halt – Jomolhari Trek in Bhutan (Acclimatization):
For day hikes, you have 3 options on this day at Jangothang.
- Hike to Jomolhari glacier which is around 4 ½ hours (Back and forth).
- Hike to Jichu Drake glacier which is around 3 hours (Back and forth).
- Walk up the mountain between Jomolhari and Jichu Drake, the summit is at 5200 m with a great view of both the mountains. This is 8 hours (Back and forth).
Dinner and overnight in camp.
Day 06. Jangothang – Lingshi:
Today we see the breathtaking view of Jichu Drake, Jomolhari and Tsherim gang. Then climb to the Nyeley la pass at an altitude of 4,700 m and descend to Lingshi.
You can enjoy the beautiful view of Lingshi dzong.
Dinner and overnight in camp (Altitude is 4010 m).
Distance: 18 km, hiking time: 6-7 hours, ascent 840 m, descent: 870 m, Jomolhari trek difficulty level: Strenuous.
Day 07. Lingshi – Shodu:
We climb Yalila pass (4930 m), from where on a clear day, best views of Tserim gang, mount Jomolhari and Masagang will be seen.
Dinner and overnight in camp at Shodu. (Altitude: 4080 m).
Distance: 22 km, hiking time: 8-9 hours. (Ascent 940 m, descent 920 m). Jomolhari trek difficulty level: Strenuous.
Day 08. Shodu – Barshong:
The route follows the Thimphu river, descending through rhododendron, juniper and other alpine forest.
In the afternoon, the trail gradually ascends to the ruins of the Barshong dzong, reaching the camp.
Dinner and overnight in camp (Altitude: 3710 m).
Distance: 16 km, walking time: 5-6 hours, Ascent 250 m, Descent: 670 m.
Day 09. Barshong – Thimphu:
The trail is downhill through alpine forest and we once again join Thimphu river for a while.
Your vehicle will pick you up and drive to Thimphu.
Distance: 4 km, walking time: 2 hours, Ascent: 290 m, Descent: 640 m.
Day 10. Thimphu sightseeing – Paro:
Today sightseeing in Thimphu including visit to Hand-made paper factory and weekend market.
You can also witness archery match.
In the evening, drive to Paro (54 km, 1 hour drive).
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Day 11. Paro – Departure:
After breakfast, drive to the airport and farewell.
Included / Excluded in the cost
What to pack for a trek
Included / Excluded in the cost
Trip Cost Includes:
- All meals [breakfast / lunch / dinner and evening tea].
- Accommodation [twin / double sharing basis]. Single room supplement is extra.
- All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
- SDF & govt. taxes.
- Bhutan visa fee.
- English speaking local guide.
- Sightseeing.
- Bottled water.
Trip Cost Excludes:
- Drukair / Bhutan Airlines fares.
- Entrance fees for museums and monuments.
- Travel insurance premiums.
- Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
- Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.
- Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, camera charges, incidentals, portage, bellboy charges, tips or any other services.
Trek Cost Includes:
Nature Recreation and Ecotourism Division (NRED) Nu.1000
- One guide.
- Cook.
- Helpers.
- Ponies and yaks.
- Tents (Sleeping tent, mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent and shower tent).
- 3 meals a days + evening tea.
- Mattresses and all other trekking accessories.
Note: For trekking a load of 25 kg is allowed.
What to pack for a trek
Personal clothing: strong normal clothing (according to season). Preferably cotton, even for summer, woolen clothing for the evening and winter.
- Strong comfortable trekking boots – water-resistant for the rainy period – June – August.
- Sunscreen.
- Flash light.
- Rain coat (especially for rainy period –June-August).
- Head gear / hat / cap; sun and rain protection.
- Water pills – for extra caution in purifying stream; (boiled water is provided at all times during the trek).
- Aspirin – incase of altitude sickness.
- Lots of socks.
- Warm clothes.
Optional items to bring:
- Sunglasses.
- Head gear.
- Folding umbrella (only for wet months — July and August).
- One towel.
- Pillow case.
- Wet-packed tissue paper.
- Pillow.
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Jomolhari Trek in Bhutan - FAQs.
Yes, Jomolhari trek in Bhutan is a part of Snowman trek and the trekkers have to go through the same trail till Lingshi.
No, riding pony is not included in the Jomolhari trek cost. You have to pay US $ 30 per day per riding pony.
The Jomolhari trek in Bhutan is a fairly difficult trek and the trekkers have to walk above 4000 m several times. The highest point of Jomolhari trek is 4930 m at Yalila pass.
Jomolhari trek itinerary is for 7 days now. It used to be 9 days trek starting from Drugyel dzong and ending at Dodena in upper Thimphu. However, there is a road going from Drugyel dzong till Shana now and also there is a feeder road from Dodena to Barshong. So the trekking trail has shortened by 2 days.
Sorry, the back packers and independent trekkers are not allowed for Jomolhari trek in Bhutan.
If you are fortunate, Yes, you can spot Blue sheep and Takins at Jangothang and Yalila pass.