Laya Ghasa Trek
- Tour Operator:
- Ace the Himalaya
- Max group size:
- 15
- Age range:
- 13 to 75
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 20041
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Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 01 - Arrival at Paro Airport (2,280m)
- Day 02 - Sightseeing around Paro
- Day 03 - Drive from Paro to Shana (2,890m) - Distance: 15 kms - 5 hrs
- Day 04 - Trek to Thangthangka (3,575m) - Distance: 22 kms - 7 hrs
- Day 05 - Trek to Jangothang, also called Chomolhari Base Camp (4,044m) - Distance: 17 kms - 5 hrs
- Day 06 - Rest Day in Jangothang
- Day 07 - Trek to Lingshi (4,010m) - Distance: 21 kms - 7 hrs
- Day 08 - Trek to Chebisa - Distance: 16 kms - 4 hrs
- Day 09 - Trek to Shakya Pasang (4,000m) - Distance: 14 kms - 5 hours
- Day 10 - Trek to Robkuthangd (4,160m) - Distance: 16 kms - 8 hrs
- Day 11 - Trek to Limithang (4,160m) - Distance: 14 kms - 7 hours
- Day 12 - Trek to Laya (3,800m) - Distance: 9 kms - 4 hrs
- Day 13 - Rest day in Laya
- Day 14 - Trek to Koina (3,240m) - Distance: 16 kms - 6 hrs
- Day 15 - Trek to Gasa Hot Springs (2,220m) - Distance: 12 kms - 6 hrs
- Day 16 - Trek to Damji Village, and drive to Punakha - Trekking Distance 14 kms - 5 hours
- Day 17 - Drive from Punakha to Thimphu, then to Paro in the evening
- Day 18 - Transfer to the international airport for your final departure.
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Reviews About This Operator
- sharon· May 11th, 2019Pawan was an excellent guide. His information was excellent. He was caring of us and our welfare
- Holly· October 27th, 2016We took a custom trip to Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. Everything went smoothly except for a bad driver in Tibet. The... Show more
- David· March 31st, 2020I loved the trip. It was very well organised and the people who were running the company were very caring. The guide... Show more
Dates & Availability
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Take advantage of our 0% interest instalment plan on selected departures. Learn More
- Saturday17 Apr, 2021EnglishTuesday4 May, 2021$7,500
- Saturday24 Apr, 2021EnglishTuesday11 May, 2021$7,500
- Saturday1 May, 2021EnglishTuesday18 May, 2021$7,500
- Saturday8 May, 2021EnglishTuesday25 May, 2021$7,500
- Saturday15 May, 2021EnglishTuesday1 Jun, 2021$7,500
- Saturday22 May, 2021EnglishTuesday8 Jun, 2021$7,500
- Saturday29 May, 2021EnglishTuesday15 Jun, 2021$7,500
- Saturday5 Jun, 2021EnglishTuesday22 Jun, 2021$7,500
- Saturday12 Jun, 2021EnglishTuesday29 Jun, 2021$7,500
- Saturday4 Sep, 2021EnglishTuesday21 Sep, 2021$7,5000% Interest Instalments
Frequently Asked Questions
- What immunizations will I need?
No vaccinations are compulsory fro traveling in Nepal, but we do recommend you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, *malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus.
We also recommend:
· A dental check-up prior to traveling
· That you know your blood group in case of emergency
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader and Ace the Himalaya at the time of your booking. - Can I add extra days to my trek?
No, because we can’t change your Druk air flight once it is booked.
- Are there any weight restrictions on Druk air flights?
Druk Air allows only up to 20 kgs of luggage per person, after which the excess baggage charge is USD 5 per kg.
- What essential documents do I need to bring with me on tours?
Here are some documents that you will need to carry with you:
· Valid Passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour (Keep a separate photocopy)
· Travel insurance (Keep a separate photocopy)
· Cash and Traveller’s Cheques (Keep numbers and proof of purchase separately)
· Flight tickets
· Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s, banks, insurance, family contacts - Are the Ace the Himalaya's staff insured?
Our company insures all our trekking staff members, including guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters. Please browse though Company Information pages to view insurance details.
- Is the water available drinkable? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter?
The trip price included the drinking water for the all Bhutan trip. You don’t need to bring any bring purifying tablets/filter or pay for the water.
- Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
This is a difficult thing to gauge. We have seen everything from USD 20 to USD 1000 per person for guides and porters. Tipping is not required, but a small gesture of thanks to your guides and local porters thanks for their help. The level of the tip should reflect the level of satisfaction from and personal involvement with your guide.
- How much additional money do I need per day?
It depends on your spending habits. Generally, all the foods, accommodation and hot drinks are included in the price. You can allocate USD 10 to USD 15 for chocolates and a few drinks during the trip.
- Can I use credit cards in the places visited in trekking?
There are just a few ATM’s in Bhutan for credit card (Master card / Maestro) & only few establishments in Bhutan accept credit card payments hence US Dollars (cash or Amex travelers cheques) or Euros Cash is suggested and convenient to cover any personal expenses (eg. beverages , laundry ,phone bills , tipping , shopping etc) that the Pax may make in the Kingdom. 1US$ is equivalent to Nu. 55 & 1 Euro is equivalent to Nu.69 as of today (the day we writing this text). . NU= Ngultrum, the Bhutanese currency
- Are there any communication facilities during the trek?
Most hotels have communication services for international calls with fax, but along the camping route they are limited.
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