Snowman Trek
One of the world's most difficult treks through remote Himalayan regions
📍Bhutan
📅September-October (only)
👥2-6 people
🕐25 Days / 24 Nights
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Detailed Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival & Preparation in Paro
Arrive in Paro. Meet expedition team. Final gear check and preparation. Team briefing. Evening at hotel.
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Meals
Dinner
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Stay
Hotel in Paro
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2
Acclimatization - Tiger's Nest
Acclimatization hike to Tiger's Nest (3,120m). Critical preparation. Final equipment check.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Hotel in Paro
Day
3
Trek Day 1 - Shana to Thangthangka
Drive to Shana, begin trek to Thangthangka (3,610m). 5-6 hours. Trek begins through forests.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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4
Thangthangka to Jangothang Base Camp
Trek to Jomolhari base camp (4,040m). 6-7 hours. First views of Mt. Jomolhari.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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5
Acclimatization at Jangothang
Rest day. Day hikes for acclimatization. Photography. Prepare for high passes ahead.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
Day
6
Jangothang to Laya via Nyile La
Cross Nyile La pass (4,870m) to Laya (4,010m). 7-8 hours. First major pass.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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7
Laya to Chebisa
Trek to Chebisa (3,880m). 6 hours. Visit traditional village and Lingshi Dzong.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
Day
8
Chebisa to Shomuthang via Gobu La
Cross Gobu La pass (4,440m) to Shomuthang (4,220m). 7-8 hours. Beautiful alpine scenery.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
9
Shomuthang to Robluthang via Jhari La
Cross Jhari La pass (4,750m) to Robluthang (4,160m). 7 hours. Increasing remoteness.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
Day
10
Robluthang to Limithang via Tshorim La
Cross Tshorim La pass (4,900m) to Limithang (4,140m). 7-8 hours. High altitude plateau.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
11
Limithang to Laya Village
Trek to Laya (3,840m). 6-7 hours. Arrive at unique Layap village. Cultural interaction.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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12
Rest Day in Laya
Acclimatization and cultural day. Explore Laya village. Meet Layap people. Prepare for Lunana region.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
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13
Laya to Koina via Tsemo La
Cross Tsemo La pass (4,900m) to Koina (4,100m). 7-8 hours. Enter truly remote territory.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
14
Koina to Lunana (Lhedi)
Trek to Lhedi in Lunana region (4,050m). 7 hours. Arrive in Bhutan's most remote region. Limited resupply possible.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
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15
Lunana to Thanza
Trek to Thanza village (4,080m). 7 hours. Remote settlement near glacial lakes. Views of Gangkar Puensum.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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16
Rest Day in Thanza
Acclimatization. Explore Thanza. Visit glacial lakes. Prepare for highest passes ahead. Resupply if needed.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
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17
Thanza to Danji via Gophu La
Cross Gophu La pass (5,300m) to Danji (4,400m). 8-9 hours. Highest point of trek. Extreme conditions possible.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
18
Danji to Tshochenchen via Rinchen Zoe La
Cross Rinchen Zoe La (5,280m) to Tshochenchen (4,580m). 8 hours. Another extreme high pass. Spectacular views.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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19
Tshochenchen to Jichu Dramo via Kargo La & Tempe La
Cross two passes: Kargo La (5,140m) and Tempe La (5,180m). Trek to Jichu Dramo (5,050m). 8-9 hours. Challenging day.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
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20
Jichu Dramo to Chukarpo via Gang La
Cross Gang La pass (5,160m) to Chukarpo (4,750m). 7-8 hours. Begin gradual descent.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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21
Chukarpo to Thampe Tsho
Trek to Thampe Tsho (4,300m). 6-7 hours. Beautiful alpine lake. Easier day after extreme section.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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22
Thampe Tsho to Maurothang
Trek to Maurothang (3,850m). 7 hours. Continue descent. Warmer temperatures. Near trek end.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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23
Maurothang to Sephu
Trek to Sephu (3,600m). 6 hours. Continue descent. Warmer temperatures. Near trek end.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Camping
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24
Sephu to Dur - Trek Ends
Final trek to Dur village (3,150m). 5-6 hours. Meet vehicles. Drive to Thimphu (5-6 hours). Trek completion celebration!
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Hotel in Thimphu
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25
Departure
Transfer to Paro airport. Departure. Congratulations on completing one of the world's toughest treks!
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Meals
Breakfast
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Highlights
- 11 high passes over 4,500m
- Remote wilderness areas
- Extreme adventure challenge
- Nomadic yak herder encounters
- Spectacular Himalayan panoramas
- Lunana region - Bhutan's most remote area
Package Overview
The legendary Snowman Trek is considered one of the most challenging treks in the world. This epic 25-day journey traverses remote northern Bhutan, crossing 11 high passes over 4,500m and reaching altitudes above 5,300m. Experience extreme wilderness, encounter nomadic communities, and witness some of the most spectacular Himalayan scenery on earth. This trek is for serious adventurers only.