Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek in Bhutan

On this 10 Days 9 Nights journey including a 6-Day trek through the pristine environment home to some of the world’s most endangered species of fauna and shimmering crystal-clear mountain lakes, you will discover what sets Bhutan apart from the rest of the world. On Day 2, you’ll hike to the most recognized and a ‘must visit’ sacred site in Bhutan, Paro Taktsang or Tiger’s Nest, hanging on the face of a steep rock cliff.

The six-day trek from Day 4-9 will take you through an area adorned with several pristine, crystal clear lakes. As you walk amidst the shimmering lakes you’ll be treated to stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range and some of the world’s highest peaks including Mt. Everest, Mt. Jomolhari, Mt. Masang Gang, Mt. Jichu Drake, Mt. Gangchen Ta and many more.

On Day 6, an entire day will be dedicated to visiting some of the picturesque mountain lakes where you can engage in trout fishing at an altitude of 4,300m/14,105ft. This day can also be spent resting and studying the pristine surroundings and appreciate the natural beauty of the landscapes. The trail also takes you through several Bhutanese villages so you can get a good idea of traditional Bhutanese village life as you make your way back from the lakes. You will also come across yak herders who live a semi-nomadic lifestyle at an altitude of over 3,500m/11,480ft above sea level.

The best time to embark on this trek is between March-June or September–November.

Trip Highlights

• Hike to the 8th-century sacred site where Bhutan’s iconic landmark, 17th century Paro Taktsang or Tiger’s Nest is perched on the face of a rock cliff.
• Travel beyond Paro to the capital city Thimphu and get insights into how Bhutan is embracing modern development while keeping its ancient culture and value still intact.
• Trek through the pristine high mountain passes of Bhutan and spend a day fishing in the crystal-clear lakes at an elevation of 4,300m/14,105ft and explore the beautiful surroundings with panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains.

There are only two airlines that operate in and out of Bhutan; Drukair & Bhutan Airlines. The flight tends to get fully booked months ahead especially during the peak season. We highly recommended you book flight tickets much ahead of your departure date. You can either book the Drukair / Bhutan Airlines flight online by yourself or leave it to us if you have any trouble booking the flight, will be happy to help you in any way we can. We try to take the hassle out of our visiting guests by handling all booking process - flight tickets to/from Bhutan, visa processing, hotel reservations and all other ground handlings.