Merak Sakteng Trek - Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition

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Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Cost Includes

Cost Excludes

Trip Overview

Country Bhutan

Max. Elevation 4,153 m

Duration 8 Days

Difficulty Moderate

Best Season Apr-Jun, Sep-Nov

Walking Per Day 5-8 hours

Accommodation Hotel + Tent

Merak Sakteng Trek Opened to tourism only in 2012, the Merak Sakteng Trek offers a rare opportunity to explore one of Bhutan's most remote and culturally unique regions. This off-the-beaten-path trek takes you through the twin villages of Merak and Sakteng, lying above 3000 meters in the rugged landscapes of Eastern Bhutan. The trek offers not only stunning natural beauty but also a cult...

Trip Facts

Trek Duration: 8 Days
Highest Altitude: 4153 meters (Nachungla Pass)
Walking Distance per Day: 12-19 km
Total Trekking Distance: Approximately 106 km
Average Walking Time: 5-8 hours per day
Starting Point: Chaling, Trashigang
Ending Point: Phongmey, Trashigang
Accommodation: Camping along the trekking route
Best Time to Trek: April to June, September to November
Physical Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Trek Terrain: Meadows, forest trails, and high mountain passes
Wildlife: Snow leopard, red panda, Himalayan bear, Himalayan red fox, and more

Trip Highlights

Cultural Exploration: Visit the semi-nomadic Brokpa people in the remote villages of Merak and Sakteng, known for their unique dress, customs, and lifestyle. Experience their traditions, including yak herding and highland farming.
Unique Biodiversity: Trek through the Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary, where you may spot endangered species such as the snow leopard, red panda, and the Himalayan bear. The sanctuary also protects rare flora and other wildlife.
Breathtaking Landscapes: Traverse diverse terrain, including alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, and river valleys, with stunning vistas of Eastern Bhutan’s mountainous terrain.
Nachungla Pass: Reach the trek's highest point at 4153 meters, where you can admire panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.
Merak and Sakteng Villages: Explore these remote villages, meet locals, and witness firsthand the traditional practices of Bhutan’s yak herders.
Sakteng Village Exploration: Spend a day exploring the village of Sakteng, gaining insight into the unique cultural practices, distinct dialects, and spiritual traditions of this isolated community.
Traditional Bhutanese Architecture: Visit Rangjung Monastery and other local religious landmarks during the journey, offering a glimpse into Bhutan’s rich spiritual heritage.

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.

The last day of the trek begins with a short climb through the Joenkhar Teng. Crossing the suspension bridges, you will climb shortly to Phongmay village. Meet your transport and drive to Trashigang. On the way, stop at Rangjung and visit Rangjung monastery, which is founded by His Eminence Garab Rinpoche.

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.