The Druk Path

This trek will take you through thick alpine jungles, beautiful pine trees, various rhododendron trees and spectacular lakes. Incredible views of valleys, lakes, green Himalayan mountains and Himalayan snow capped mountains are the order of the days throughout the trek. You will also see some of the mighty Himalayan ranges like the Gangkar Phuensum, and mount Jhomolhari. Being on top of the mountain, sunsets and sunrises are absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing. Apart from the lakes, Phadjoding monastery and the view from there is one of the highlights of this trek. The Lonely Planet describes the Druk Path Trek as “One of the most scenic and popular treks in Bhutan, following a wilderness trail past several remote lakes. Although it is a short trek, it still goes to a high altitude making it moderately strenuous.”

Druk Path Trek - Trip Facts

• The Altitude rises from 2800 to 4800 meteres above sea level
• Includes 2 days before and after cultural tour
• Starts from Paro and ends in Thimphu
• Difficulty : Moderate to Challenging
• Accommodations : Camping Tents
• Best Seasons : Mar, Apr, May, Oct and Nov
• Good Season : June

Pre-Departure Checklist

Camping in extreme weather such as cold temperatures and snowy conditions can be extremely enjoyable; Camping by the snow can be peaceful, picturesque and out door adventure.

All the accommodation while on Trek is twin sharing, double occupancy. Single occupancy in tents can be arranged on demand and there will be no additional charge. The tents are Cold Weather Tents and designed for harsh weather and snowy conditions. Separate tents will be pitched for dinning and rest room.

On demand, a luxury tents will also be provided like bed and mattresses, warm shower tents, rest room with proper toilet pots, fishing equipment etc..

Check for the following Essential Trekking Gears:

• Trekking Boots (broken in)
• Waterproof 3/4 season jacket and trousers
• Camp Footwear (ie sneakers or booties)
• Several pairs of good quality socks
• T-Shirts - Highly recommended are synthetic T shirt styles that wick away moisture
• Thermal Underwear / layers
• Down jacket
• Warm mid layers (fleece/micro fibre)
• Trousers - Lightweight, loose fitting, trekking trousers.
• Shorts
• Tracksuit or fleece pants for evenings.
• Sleeveless fleece and extra layers for winter departures
• Warm Hat and sun Hat
• Scarf/neck warmer
• Gloves and Mitts - waterproof and warm.
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Head Torch (spare batteries)
• Sunscreen and Lip Balm
• Light weight towel
• Hand sanitizer gel
• Trail mix / nuts/ muesli bars
• Daypack - The daypack you select must have the capacity for the items you may be carrying on a day's walk: rain jacket, trousers, warm clothing, water bottle, camera equipment, washing items and other personal effects. A hip/waist strap provides additional comfort. You should consider daypacks of at least a 30 to 40-litre capacity.