Beautiful Laya Gasa Trek
Beautiful Laya Gasa Trek
The Laya Gasa Trek is one of Bhutan’s most scenic and culturally rich treks. It combines stunning Himalayan landscapes, rare wildlife sightings, and visits to remote mountain villages.
Your journey begins in the green, fertile Paro Valley. The trail climbs steadily to reach the base camps of Mount Chomolhari and Jichu Drake. These towering peaks are among the most beautiful in the entire Himalayan range.
From there, the route leads to Lingshi Dzong, an ancient monastic fortress. You’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Lingshi Valley, the Tserim Kang Glacier, and the wild alpine surroundings. After crossing several high mountain passes, you reach Laya, one of the most isolated settlements in Bhutan.
The Layap people are yak herders and traders. They wear traditional dress, speak their own language, and live a lifestyle untouched by modern life. The campsite above Laya offers fantastic views of the village and surrounding peaks.
At Gasa, you can relax in natural hot springs—a well-earned reward after several days of trekking. The trail then descends through lush forests into Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang, before ending in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan.
Along the trek, you may spot blue sheep, takin, and Himalayan birds. Some trekkers are lucky enough to see the snow leopard. The trail also includes a visit to the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery, perched high above Paro Valley.
This trek is ideal for adventurers who want to experience both natural beauty and authentic Bhutanese culture.
Best time to go: April–June or September–November
Trek Duration: 14–20 days
Maximum Altitude: 5,005m
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Outline Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrive Paro (B/D)
Day 02 : Paro (B/L/D)
Day 03 : Begin trek from Paro/Shana (B/L/D)
Day 04 : Trek to Soi Thangthangkha (B/L/D)
Day 05 : Trek to Jangothang (B/L/D)
Day 06 : Jangothang Halt (B/L/D)
Day 07 : Trek Jangothang – Lingshi (B/L/D)
Day 08 : Trek Lingshi Chebisa (B/L/D)
Day 09 :Trek Chebisa – Shomuthang (B/L/D)
Day 10 : Trek Shomuthang – Robluthang (B/L/D)
Day 11 : Trek Robluthang – Lemithang (B/L/D)
Day 12 : Trek Lemithang Laya (B/L/D)
Day 13 : Halt in Laya (B/L/D)
Day 14 : Laya Koena (B/L/D)
Day 15 : Trek Koena – Gasa (B/L/D)
Day 16 : Trek Gasa – Gasa Tsachu (hot spring)
Day 17 : Trek Gasa Tsachu – Geon Damji (B/L/D)
Day 18 : Trek Geon Damji Tashithang-Punakha (B/L/D)
Day 19 : Punakha/Wangdue-Thimphu (B/L/D)
Day 20 : Thimphu (B/L/D)
Day 21 :Thimphu/Paro/Departure (B)
Cost
- Accommodation at 3-star hotel and tent camp
- Govt. licensed and experienced trekking and culture Guide service
- Experienced driver and comfortable transport service
- Alcoholic beverages & telephone calls
- High-risk medical insurance
- Air tickets
- Purely personal nature expenses
- Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
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