Gangtey / Gogona Trek (trip)

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Gangtey / Gogona Trek

  • Paro International Airport , Paro, Bhutan
  • Active & Adventure
Bhutan, Asia

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Period offered: March-November. The provider (view their profile) can provide you with specific departure dates, final prices, and other information.


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Contact provider for price8 DaysMarch-November
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Bhutan Lakhor Tours & Treks 12 people max
This trek is to the beautiful Phobjikha valley (3,000m), one of the few glacial valleys in Bhutan, which lies in the mountains east of Wangduephodrang. After crossing over the pass you soon come to the great monastery of Gangtey, established in the 17th century. The village of Phobjikha lies a few kilometers down from the monastery, on the valley floor. This quiet, remote valley is the chosen winter home of the rare black necked cranes, who migrate here annually from the Tibetan plateau. This moderate trek visits the villages of Gogona and Khotokha, passing through meadows and fields, then forests of juniper, magnolia and rhododendrons in full bloom in April. It is one of the finest low level treks in Bhutan.

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Bhutan, Asia

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3 testimonials about the provider, Bhutan Lakhor Tours & Treks:

  • Reviewer: Kate Gosselin located in Montana, USA
    I've completely enjoyed my time in Bhutan. The trip would not have been as complete without the help from our guides. It was great how everyone was able to change plans as needed and also make special events happen seamlessly. I would definitely recommend the company to any one traveling into Bhutan. As well if I return I will use the company again, Thank you.
  • Reviewer: Robyn Smyth located in Armidale, Australia
    Our three man trek was exceptionally well organised and customised to our needs and schedule so that we saw the greatest variety of landscapes in the most effective time. Wangda is a fantastic guide and organiser with a terrific team. We felt like part of the family. The Bhutanese food was exceptional in its taste, presentation and nutritional balance. Thanks guys for a challenging trek and a wonderful, memorable experience.
  • Reviewer: Nic I'Anson located in Northumberland, England
    I have known Wangda (Lakhor Tours Director)for over 10 years and have seen him develop his busines based upon principles of quality and customer service. His tours recognise and cater to the individual. Wangda has an extensive knowledge of the geography, history and culture of the country and a friendly but not 'in your face' approach to supporting his guests. I unreservedly recommend Lakhor tours for the experience of as lifetime.

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrive Paro.

On arrival at Paro airport, you will be met by our representative, and transferred to
Thimphu on completion of arrival formalities. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

Day 02 : Thlmphu - Gangtey.

After breakfast, morning tour of Thimphu, visiting National Memorial Chorten, Tashichhodzong, National Ubrary and Institute for Zorig Chusum (generally known as the Painting School), where students learn the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan.
After lunch drive for about 5 hours to Gangtey. En route cross Dochu-la pass (3,088m) and drive by Wangduephodrang Dzong. Overnight at camp/farm house, Gangtey.

Day 03 : Gangtey Gompa - Gogona
15km, 6-7 hours.

Trek commences today. The trail winds gradually upwards through meadows and fields, ascending to Tsele-la pass (3 ,400m) where we stop for lunch. The trail then descends gradually for some time through forests of junipers, bamboo, magnolias and rhododendrons. After a last short climb, we reach Gogona village. The people of Gogona were originally nomads and they speak a language called Bjopkha (language of nomads). Overnight camp.

Day 04 : Gogona – Khotokha, 16 km, 6 / 7 hours
16km, 6-7 hours.

The trail winds up gently above Gogona village, climbing into a forest of firs, oak, spruce, rhododendron, cypress and junipers. A long and gradual climb takes us up to Shobju-la pass (3,400m). The path leads down to the wide valley of Khotokha, where the people of Sha (a region of ngduephodrang district) come in summer to graze their animals. Overnight camp.

Day 05 : Khotokha - Chazam/Wangduephodrang
12km, 5 hours.

A short ascent takes us to a pass, from which the path descends steeply through ever- changing vegetation till finally reaching the bridge at Wangduephodrang. The trek ends here. Overnight at the hotel in Wangduephodrang.

Day 06 : Wangduephodrang - Thimphu.
After exploring the attractive Wangduephodrang and Punakha valleys, we drive to Thimphu. Afternoon sightseeing in Thimphu, including visits to the following as time permits: Folk Heritage and National Textile Museums; Handicrafts Emporium; papermaking factory; market. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

Day 07 : Thimphu to Paro.

Morning drive to Paro, en route visiting Simtokha Dzong. Sightseeing in Paro including visits to: Ta Dzong (National Museum), Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Day 08 : Paro Depart.

After early breakfast drive to Paro airport for flight to onward destination, enjoying superb mountain views from the aircraft as you fly out of the valley. Soon you leave Bhutan shrouded in mist and surrounded by her guardian peaks. Lakhor representatives will be there to see you off.

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