Bumdrak Trek in Bhutan - Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition

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Cost Includes

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Trip Overview

Country Bhutan

Max. Elevation 4,000m

Duration 6 Days

Difficulty Moderate

Best Season Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Accommodation Hotel + Tent

The Bumdrak Trek offers an extraordinary combination of spiritual exploration, breathtaking Himalayan vistas, and cultural immersion in Bhutan. Over five days, you'll traverse sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites, including the revered Bumdra and Tiger's Nest monasteries, while soaking in the beauty of Bhutan's landscapes and cultural landmarks.

Trip Facts

Duration: 6 Days
Destinations: Paro, Bumdra Monastery, Thimphu
Trek Duration: 2 Days
Maximum Altitude: 4,000 meters (optional hike on Day 3)
Accommodation: Hotel (Paro, Thimphu), Camping (Bumdra)
Trek Difficulty: Moderate (steep climb, forest trails, descending paths)
Transportation: Private vehicle throughout the tour
Best Season: March to May, September to November

Trip Highlights

Paro National Museum & Paro Dzong: Explore Bhutan’s rich cultural history at the National Museum and visit Paro Dzong, a stunning example of Bhutanese fortress architecture.
Bumdra Monastery Trek: Hike through beautiful pine forests and reach the remote Bumdra Monastery, known as the "Cave of a Hundred Thousand Dakinis," with its fascinating legends and breathtaking views.
Panoramic Views & Optional Summit: Enjoy sweeping views of the Paro Valley, and if you’re up for a challenge, continue to a 4,000-meter peak for unmatched panoramic vistas.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang Monastery): Descend through the forest to the world-famous Tiger’s Nest, perched on a dramatic cliff, one of the most revered religious sites in Bhutan.
Kyichu Lhakhang: Visit one of Bhutan’s oldest temples, rich in history and deeply spiritual significance.
Gigantic Buddha Statue: Stand in awe of the massive Buddha Dordenma statue overlooking Thimphu, offering stunning views of the valley.
School of Traditional Arts: Witness the preservation of Bhutan’s traditional crafts as young artisans learn skills passed down through generations.
Takin Zoo & Changangkha Lhakhang: Explore the national animal, the takin, and visit the oldest place of worship in Thimphu, offering insight into Bhutan’s unique fauna and ancient religious practices.
Tashichodzong: End your day in Thimphu with a visit to this grand fortress, serving as the seat of Bhutan’s government and the summer residence of the king.

This tour offers a perfect blend of trekking, nature, culture, and spiritual experiences, making it ideal for those looking to explore the best of Bhutan in a relatively short time.

Itinerary

Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft] Arrive at any time, Xtreme Climbers vehicle and represent we'll pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. Your included activities consist of refreshments, an introduction to your guide, as well as an introduction on The Trek.

Cost includes

Transportation (KTM): Airport pickup and drop in a private vehicle as per group size.
Member’s Accommodation in Kathmandu: 1 Night 3* Hotel (Twin Shearing) with BB per schedule program and itinerary
Transportation (Bhutan): Transportation with the best A/C SUV car or Toyota A/C minibus as per group size and scheduled itinerary
Guide: Highly experienced government-licensed English-speaking Guide during the entire trekking period
Meals: All 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) and pack lunch during the entire trip and Bottled water in the vehicle.
Hotel Accommodation: Government-approved 3* or 4* star accommodation on a single or twin-sharing basis as per the scheduled programmed itinerary.
Entrance Fee: Required necessary monuments Permits, entrance fees, & sightseeing fees mentioned over to itinerary.
Baggage allowance: Baggage allowance will not be chargeable until 20kg. (NOTE: Baggage more than 20.kg will charge an additional $ 3 per kg which has to be borne by clients).
Packed Lunch and Mineral Water: During a long journey packed or hot lunch will be served on the way in good Restaurants which will be verified by the Department of Tourism and Mineral Water in the Car.
Sustainability Development Fee “SDF”: Bhutan Sustainable Development [SDF $ 100] Fee
Visa Fee: One-time USD 40 visa fee
Horse / Food supplies: Required necessary Horses to carry trekking and camping equipment as well as the entire Food supplies From-To-From
Camping Equipment: Required necessary high-quality sleeping Tents VE-25 The North Face, Kailash, Marmot, or similar to that (shearing Basis), Dining, Kitchen & Toilet Tents with necessary kitchen utensils, Tables, chairs, and hot water bags will be provided.
Trekking chef & assistants: Highly professional Trekking chef & kitchen assistants
Company S/C and Taxes: XTREME CLIMBERS minimum service charge and VAT / TAX

Cost Excludes

Airfare: International flight airfare (from and to Bhutan). Or the Flight fare from Paro to Jaker.
Extra Night in Kathmandu: Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) then the scheduled itinerary.
Insurance: Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation.
Personal Expenses: Telephone, Internet, battery recharge, Hot shower, Laundry, any Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will serve all kinds of beverages for members in base camp), and also Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
Personal Camping Equipment: Sleeping bag, sleeping mats & pillows
Tips: Minimum 10% of the total budget amount as tips for the entire trekking Crew, Driver, and Staff.
Extra: Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations, Personal climbing gears or any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary or any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.