Tshaluna Trek -Starting Tshaluna Thimphu and ending at Paro Jele

Druk Path Trek 2, also called Tshaluna Trek, starts from Thimphu Tshaluna and ends at Paro Jele Dzong. Bjimina is a beautiful small village in the Thimphu District and a 2-hour drive from Thimphu City. This is the second version of the Druk Path trek, also called the Tshaluna Trek. It is a beautiful Bhutan Trekking Adventure and can be done by an amateur or a family trip. The Tshaluna Trek is one of Bhutan’s most popular trekking routes, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and moderate adventure. This trek connects the valleys of Paro and Thimphu, providing trekkers with breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks, pristine lakes, and ancient monasteries.

Tshaluna Trek Information (Druk Path Trek II)

Tshaluna Trek Distance: 38 Km
Camp Sights: Jigmelangtsho, Jangchulakha and Jele Dzong
Guide for the Trek: We use a professional trekking Guide for the whole tour.
Trekking Equipment: All our equipment is of high quality and approved by our past clients
Best Time to Book: At least a month or two before the trek begins.
Best Season to Trek: Spring and autumn are the best seasons to trek in Bhutan.
Maximum Altitude: 3880M at Jigmelangsho Camp
Difficulty: Moderate, but good fitness is required.
Trek Duration: 3 to 6 days (standard options with Cultural Tour).
Highlights of the Tshaluna trek: exploring high altitude lakes, blue sheep and Yak along the trekking routes
Tshaluna Trek Route: Starts from Thimphu Tshaluna, Jigmelangtsho, Jangchulakha and Jele dzong to Paro.
Experience Type: Cultural immersion, photography, trekking to high-altitude lakes.

Tshaluna Trek Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrival at Paro Airport and drive to Thimphu
Day 2: Thimphu to Tshaluna, start of the Trek.
Day 3 Jigmelangtsho to Jangchulakha, trek continues
Day 4 Jangchulakha to Jele Dzong, trek
Day 5 Jele Dzong to Paro
Day 6: Paro to the airport and drop off

Tshaluna Trek Cost (Druk Path Trek 2)

All our trek costs include a daily SDF of USD 100 per person, camping equipment, a guide, transport, and meals.

Solo Trek Cost: USD 1690
2 Pax Group Trek Cost: USD 1500 per person
3 to 4 Pax Group Trek Cost USD 1320 per person

The cost of the Trek also depends upon season, duration, and number of pax

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Druk Path Trek 2 Route/Tshaluna Trek Overview

The trek starts from Thimphu and ends at Jele Dzong Paro. This is just 2 days trek and one of the best beautiful scenic trek within Thimphu and Paro. Bhutan is a Trekking destination.

The best time to Trek this trail is from Spring starting from March to June and the Autumn season from September to December.

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Tshaluna Trek Highlights

Enjoy the most beautiful trekking in Bhutan.
Discover the glacier lake along the routes.
Taste the trout fish of the lakes.
Scenic Mountain passes, traverse high mountain passes, such as Jele La(3490m) and sinche La (3780M) offering panoramic vistas of the sorrounding snow capped mountains peaks deep valleys and pristine lakes.
Camping at high altitude lake. Shimmering waters of Jimilang Tsho and simkota Tsho lake, sorrounded by alpine meadows and rhododendrons forest.

Day 1 :

Arrival at Paro Airport | Transfer to Thimphu | Distance 49.9km | Driving time 1hr | Altitude 2300m

Paro is a small town in Bhutan and the only international airport. Paro airport is one of the most difficult airports, and only a few pilots are trained to land on this short airfield. Once you start descending to the valley, you can see villages and towns and the airport. Upon arrival, our team will meet you at the airport and drive you to Thimphu.

Day 2 :

Thimphu to Tshaluna and Trek Begins | Distance 10km | Hiking time 4hrs | Altitude 3870m

After early breakfast drive to Tshaluna. It takes about 2 hours to from Thimphu to reach the trekking point. We start our walk from Tshaluna following the streams towards Jimilangtsho. We camp at Jimilangtsho Lake (3700m) and have dinner and rest.

Day 3 :

Jimilangtsho to Jangchulakha | Distance 11km | Hiking time 4hrs | Altitude 3770m

Breakfast will be served by our cook. We will be seated nearby the lake and have sumptuous meals, enjoying the view of the Lake. The trek takes about 4 hours.

Day 4 :

Jangchulakha to Jele Dzong | Distance 10km | Hiking time 4hrs | Altitude 3490m

Today, we begin with a one-and-a-half-hour climb and then ascend more gradually upwards. The trail takes us through thick alpine forests of rhododendrons. You will have fine views of Mt. Jomolhari and other snow-capped peaks if the weather is clear.

Dinner and overnight in camp (Altitude 3770 m).

Ascent: 310 m, Descent: 50 m.

Day 5 :

Jele Dzong to Paro | Distance 6.8km | Hiking time 2hrs | Altitude 2200m

Today we walk about 3 hours till the road point. Our team will receive you at the airport and drive you to Hotel. After some rest we will take you to visit farm House where you will have Hotstone bath a traditional method to heal the aching body. In the evening dinner at farm house and over night at Hotel.

Day 6 :

Paro to Airport and See Off

Today your Tshaluna Trek or Druk Path Trek Route ends here with our staff seeing you off at the airport.

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What are the unique destinations included in the itinerary for this tour?

The trek also includes places like Thimphu, Paro and Punakha sightseeing.

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What will be the cost for this Tshaluna trek?

All trek in Bhutan cost starts from USD 250 per person per day. This is due to the fact that everything has to be carried by porter or pony for the services.

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When is the best time to trek Tshaluna Trek?

The best time to trek the Tshaluna trek is Spring (March to June) and Autumn (September to November).

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Can i take a solo trek to Bhutan?

Yes you can book solo trek to Bhutan as long as you pay. This might escalate the cost but you will be accompanied by Guide, Cook, horseman and assistance.