Bhutan Sagala Trek
Bhutan Sagala Trek
$3220
Tour Overview
Sagala trek starts from Haa valley to Paro, cross through beautiful meadows, virgin forests rich in flora and fauna. One of the main highlight of the trek is the absolutely gorgeous view from the Pass, with the Mount Jhomolhari, Mount Drageygang, Drugyal Dzong and the Taktsang Monastery on one side and Haa valley on the other. Beside you will have opportunity to visit to get connected history, lifestyle of local people and culture of Bhutan. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Location: Paro
Accommodation: Hotel, Homestay
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
On arrival at the Paro International Airport you will be welcomed by your tour guide and driver. After checking into your hotel, visit the impressive Rinpung Dzong/fortress of Heaped Jewels, a fine example of the ostentatious Bhutanese art and architecture. Located above the Dzong is the National Museum showcasing various artifacts and relics of ancient Bhutan.
In the evening visit a traditional farmhouse replete with paddy fields, vegetable garden and farm animals. Enjoy a hot stone bath in a wooden tub, get some cooking tips and help in preparing your dinner which you will eat in the traditional Bhutanese style with the whole family. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Taktsang Monastery/Tiger’S Nest/ Acclimatizing Hike– The Highlight Of Your Holiday To Bhutan
Location: Paro
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
Your highlight of the tour and a day excursion to one of the most petrified sites in Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery / Tiger’s Nest which is about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours down. It is located around 900 meters above the Paro valley. In the 8th Century Guru Padmasambhava – the patron saint of Buddhism established the most sacred place in Bhutan and meditated with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. It is believed that Guru flew on a female tigress in pursuit of a demon which he subdued at the current site of the Monastery. You can have your lunch, tea/snacks at the cafeteria midway. Before you drive back to your hotel visit the Kyichu Lhakhang/temple, one of the oldest temples built in the 7th Century by the Tibetan King Songsten Gyembo.If you wish you can go for a stroll through the valley or rest in hotel.
Day 3 : Paro – Haa Valley (3 Hrs)
Location: Ha
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive on to Haa valley which is about 2 and half hours drive over the Chelela Pass at 3,988 meters (12,402 ft). From the top, the Pass offers a spectacular view of both Haa and Paro valley on both sides. Your guide will also point out majestic Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan seen from here. The national flower of Bhutan, the Blue Poppy and other exotic highland flowers and orchids grow in the wild and are a beautiful sight in spring.The Kila Gomba Nunnery below the Pass is also located on a cliffside and consists of several small temples and retreat huts. The nuns here live in a self imposed isolation either in meditation or chanting and reading the holy scriptures. From the pass drive for an hour till you reach the picturesque and remote Haa valley. Excursion of Haa valley is truly an off the beaten path experience and has been only recently introduced into the coffers of tourism in Bhutan. Even though Haa is an exclusive destination excursion of Haa still remains on the fringes of mainstream tourism and is not much visited by tourists. Stroll through the valley, visit few shops, interact with the locals and enjoy your visit and stay at a traditional farmhouse with all modern facilities and amenities.
Day 4 : Haa – Sagala
Location: Ha
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea and snacks
From Talung (3000m), trail ascends gradually along Halung chhu (locally known as Makhang chhu) through Blue Pine (Pinus wallichiana) and Fir (Abies densa) forests onwards to Sagala. You reach to Chagdo Zampa (3180m) after crossing Hatsho Thangka (summer grazing ground of Talung village) and see a rock with twin eyes and distorted mouth. It is believed that a Tibetan saint, Thangtong Gyalpo, in the 14th century subdued Nyela Thi Ngi Tana Rinchen (demon) at Khadey Gom and got turned into this rock. Since then travelers have no fear of the demon.After a breathtaking climb uphill, you can stop for picnic lunch at Khadey Gom (3280m), a meadow covered with blooming Iris, Primula, Aster, etc. Then you continue uphill to Sagala camp (3600m) below Sagala pass.The view of Mt. Jomolhari (7326m), other mountain peaks, Haa, Paro valleys and Paro Tak Tshang is spectacular on the clear day from Sagala Pass (3700m) which takes three quarter of an hour walk from the camp.Sagala is ideal for bird watching in the morning and evening. There are chances to spot feeding Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejans) and Blood Pheasant (Ithaginis cruentus) and the likelihood of spotting Musk Deer (Moschus chrysogaster) along this trail.
Day 5 : Sagala - Nyingula
Location: Ha
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea and snacks
Walking Distance: 5 to 6 hours, Camp Altitude:3,874 mMorning trek is mostly along the ridges. After lunch, the trail ascends and descends through rhododendron scrubs all the way to Nyingungla camp. Rhododendron lepidotum could be seen in late bloom. The trail is covered with flowers of Meconopsis simplicifolia, Iris, many species of Aster, Primula kingii, Cynanthus lobatus, many species of Bistorta, two three species of Aconitum, Thalictrum cheldonii, many species of Pedicularis, Lillium nanum etc. There may be possibility of seeing Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus), Blood pheasant (Ithaginis cruentus), Hill Patridge (Arborophila torqueola) and Satyr Tragopan (Tragopan satyra), Musk Deer (Moschus chrysogaster), Sambar (Cervus unicolor) and Goral (Nemorhaedus goral) along the trail.Before reaching the camp, you may come across a herder camp and cattle. Nyingungla camp is very beautiful site at 3874m, from where you can view Mt. Jomolhari, Bjichu Drake, Haa valley and Paro Taktsang.
Day 6 : Nyingula-Chele La Pass (Trek End)
Location: Paro
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea and snacks
The trail ascends and descends along the ridges through Fir (Abies densa) and Larch (Larix griffithii) forest and Rhododendron scrubs. The trail is covered with colourful Iris, Bistorta, Primula, Meconopsis paniculata (yellow Bhutan Sagala Trek from Paropoppy), many species of Pedicularis, Corydalis spp., Rhododendrons, etc. The Kalila Pass (3770m) is also covered in blanket of flowers. This is another chance to see the view of Mt Jomolhari (7326m) and Bjichu Drake (6794m) on a clear weather.The trail leads through Fir forest and climbs up to Gung Karpo ridge at 4000m and follows the ridge before descending down to Chelela Pass through Rhododendron scrubs. The view of snow-clad peaks and mountain ranges are spectacular. All along the trail, you can find colourful flowers of Rhododendrons, many species of Pedicularis, Blue, Yellow Poppy, Iris, Bistorta, Berberis, Buddleja colveilei, many species of Asters, red Primula, Primula gracilipes, Primula capitata var capitata, Primula sikkimensis and Edel weiss. Chelela is also ideal for bird watching where you may have chance to spot Satyr Tragopan (Tragopan satyra), Blood Pheasant (Ithaginis cruentus), Kalij Pheasant (Lophura leucomelanos), Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malayensis), Rock Pigeon (Columba iivia), Himalayan Griffon (Gyps himalaynsis), Eurasian Sparrow Hawk ( Accipiter nisus), Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus), Black face Laughing Thrush (Garrulax affinis); Spotted Laughing Thrush (Garrulax ocellatus) and other ground thrushes and many small birds. Trek time from Gung Karpo to Chelela road head is about four to five hours.Your driver and tour vehicle awaits you for pick up towards hotelOvernight in Paro
Day 7 : Paro To Thimphu
Location: Thimphu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea and snacks
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Thimphu beginning with a visit to the National Memorial
Chorten depicting the Buddhist faith in the form of paintings and statues. This temple was first
initiated by the Third King as a protection from the negative elements of modernization. The
Royal Queen Mother completed it as a memorial stupa for the Third King who passed away in
the year 1972. You will also visit the 12th century Changangkha Temple and Drubthob
monastery housing the Zilukha Nunnery. If there is time, you may visit
Takin Reserve , the national animal of Bhutan, and Tashichho Dzong. Overnight at your hotel in
Thimphu.
Day 8 : Departure
Location: Paro International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast in the hotel, then drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
You will be provided with Mineral water throughout the tour
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Accommodation
01 double room sharing basis
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
internal flight not included
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Country Entry Visas
Yes, we will get it done for you
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Drinks with Meals
water will be provided but beverages, you have to pay.
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Entrance Fees
All tour attraction mentioned in itinerary are inclusive in the tour cost.
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
English speaking guide
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Full Board
Most of the meals served are buffet.
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Game Drives on Safari
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel Insurance, Beverages, Laundry,
mandatory to have travel insurance
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laundry
Not included in tour cost
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Drinks and Beverages
Not included in tour cost
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Medical Insurance
Mandatory to get medical insurance if you are trekking in Bhutan.
Mode of Transport
Walking
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
other than Airlines Luggage Allowance, there is no limit to luggage that ca be bought on the tour
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when is Sagale trek season ?
March, April, May, September, October, and November
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Why travel with us?
1. We are home based and we know Bhutan well.2. Expertise & Teamwork- The secret to our success 3. Your interest is our business 4. Flexible tour
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Do I need a visa to visit Bhutan?
After you’ve arranged your trip and paid the SDF, the actual processing of a Bhutan visa is little more than a formality. After you’ve made your tour payment and have sent a digital photograph, scan of your passport photo page, and proof of your (mandatory) travel insurance, the agency will email you a copy of your visa authorization after a few days. The visa itself costs US$40 and will likely be bundled with the overall tour price. Visas are not issued by embassies overseas but rather stamped into your passport upon arrival at Paro airport after you present your visa-authorization letter. At land borders, you will meet your guide at the crossing; they will process the visa for you as you wait. After the work and cost of making all the other arrangements, the process of obtaining a visa for Bhutan is quite stress-free. ...more ...less
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How long has the tour company been trading?
World Tour Plan was established in 2013 by a team of true professionals with years of experience and capacity in the tourism and hospitality industry. Emblazoned with our mission of being ‘At its best for Travelers’ we endeavor to make each one of your visits a truly special one. ...more ...less
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How do I get to Bhutan?
There are a number of airports where you can fly into Bhutan from (Bangkok, Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Bodh Gaya, Dhaka, Kathmandu, Guwahati, Singapore and Mumbai.). At present two carriers operate to Bhutan, Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Also, there are three land border crossings which you can travel into the kingdom overland. All crossings are along the Indian border only – Phuentsholing, Gelephu and Samdrup Jongkhar.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of world tour plan charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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Bhutan Sagala Trek
8 Days Starting in Thimphu and ending in Paro
Visiting: Paro, Ha, Thimphu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WTP1002
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
12-75
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
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