Laya Gasa Trek - Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition

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Trip Facts

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Cost Includes

Cost Excludes

Trip Overview

Country Bhutan

Max. Elevation 5005 m

Duration 16 Days

Difficulty Moderate

Best Season Spring / Autumn

Walking Per Day 6 hours

Accommodation Hotel + Tent

Laya Gasa Trek Embark on an unforgettable journey through the majestic landscapes of Bhutan with the Laya Gasa Trek. This trek takes you along the Tibetan border, showcasing Bhutan's pristine alpine meadows, towering mountain peaks, and vibrant semi-nomadic culture. Starting from Drugyel in Paro, you will traverse through breathtaking scenery, ascend high mountain passes, and explore the...

Trip Facts

Trek Duration: 16 Days
Highest Altitude: 5005 meters (Shingchen La Pass)
Average Daily Walking Distance: 17 km
Average Daily Walking Time: 6 hours
Meals on Trek: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Starting Point: Paro, Bhutan
Ending Point: Gasa, Bhutan
Best Time to Trek: Spring (March to June) and Autumn (September to November)
Accommodation: Camping in designated sites along the trail
Physical Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

Trip Highlights

Stunning Mountain Views: Capture breathtaking panoramas of Mount Jumolhari, Jichu Drake, and Tsherim Gang as you trek through the serene landscapes.
Cultural Immersion: Experience the unique lifestyle of the Layaps, including their traditional attire and hospitality, which reflects the rich heritage of Bhutan.
Wildlife Encounters: Spot native animals like blue sheep and Takins in their natural habitat along the trekking routes.
Acclimatization Hikes: Enjoy acclimatization hikes, including the famous hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery, ensuring you are well-prepared for the altitude.
Therapeutic Hot Springs: Relax in the rejuvenating hot springs at Gasa after the trek, providing relief from muscle fatigue and a refreshing end to your adventure.
Historic Sites: Visit historic sites like Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyal Dzong, and Punakha Dzong, rich in Bhutanese history and architecture.

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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.