- Trek Name: Rigsum Goenpa trek
- Trek Duration: 3 Days Circular Trek
- Trek Route: Paro-Bumthang-Mongar-Trashiyangtse-Trek begins-Mongar-Bumthang-Paro
- Trek Start and End: Paro to Paro
- Guide: Licensed Tour Guide
- Meals: Full board
Short and beautiful trek in the eastern part of Bhutan. The Lhakhang was named as Rigsum Goenpa Lhakhang. The Lhakhang houses a Jowo Shakya Muni statue (The Buddha as a Prince) brought from Punakha Dzong.
Rigsum Goenpa trek in Bhutan. It’s a 3-day circular trek starting from the remote Trashi Yangse district. Legend has it that Lama Tshering Gyamtsho (Disciple of the 9th Je-Khenpo) from Punakha Drstshang lived during the 18th century and founded a cave with clear body prints of Rigsum Goenpo when he reached a place called Pemaling located towards the north of Trashi Yangtse. A powerful local deity called Genyen Phanbu was the guardian of the sacred cave. The Lama befriended the deity with his spiritual power and built a small Lhakhang for his meditation. After the death of Lama, his nephew and spiritual heir Lama Jangchhub Gyeltshen renovated and extended the Lhakhang with unique mural paintings of Lord Buddha’s life history.
Practical Information:
Permits:
- Ensure you have the necessary permits for trekking in Bhutan, which can be arranged through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator.
Guides and Porters:
- Hiring a local guide is recommended for safety and to enrich your experience with local knowledge. Porters can help carry your gear, making the trek more manageable.
Packing Essentials:
- Clothing: Layered clothing for varying temperatures, sturdy trekking boots, and rain gear.
- Camping Gear: Tent, sleeping bag, cooking equipment (if not staying in guesthouses).
- Food and Water: Sufficient supplies, water purification tablets or filters.
- Other Essentials: First aid kit, trekking poles, sunscreen, insect repellent.
Physical Preparation:
- Ensure you are in good physical condition, as the trek involves several hours of hiking each day with significant elevation changes.
Respect Local Customs:
- Be mindful of Bhutanese customs and traditions. Dress modestly, especially when visiting monasteries and religious sites.
Best Time to Trek: All trekking Tours in Bhutan are best in spring and autumn.
- Spring (March to May): Pleasant weather and blooming rhododendrons.
- Autumn (September to November): Clear skies and moderate temperatures.
The Rigsum Goenpa Trek offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and spiritual experience, making it a memorable adventure in Bhutan.
Rigsum Goenpa Trek Overview
Trek Cost
- Solo travelers Cost USD 4440.00
- 2 Pax Group Cost USD 3890.00 Per Person
- 3 to 4 Pax Cost USD 3340.00 Per Person
ITINERARY
- Day 1 Arrival at Paro. Altitude 2300M
- Day 2 Paro to Bumthang Via domestic flight. Flight Time 25 to 30 Minutes | Altitude 2800M.
- Day 3Bumthang to Mangar. Distance: 196.9KM | Driving Time 5Hours 48 Minutes | Altitude 1600M
- Day 4 Mongar to Tashiyangtse. Distance 111.6 KM | Driving Time 3 Hours 17 Minutes | Altitude ranges from 1750–1880 m
- Day 5 Tashiyangtse Trek Begin. Altitude ranges from 1750–1880 m
- Day 6 Second Day Trekking. Altitude ranges from 1750–1880 m
- Day 7 Rigsum Goenpa Trek ends
- Day 8 Rigsum Goenpa to Tashi Yangtse. Distance 13.6KM | Time taken 3 hours 27 Minutes | Altitude ranges from 1750–1880M.
- Day 9 Drive back from Tashiyangtse to Bumthang. Distance 304KM | Driving Time 9 Hours | Altitude 2800M
- Day 10 Bumthang to Paro. Flight Time 25 to 30 Minutes | Altitude 2300M
- Days 11 Paro Tiger Nest Hike. Distance 15 Km | Time Taken 4 Hours.
- Day 12 Paro to onward Journey. Altitude 2300M
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Risum Goenpa Trek Highlight
- Explore the hidden temples and Villages along the routes.
- Visit the remotest district of Bhutan.
- Enjoy the mountain flights.
- Visit the wild eastern Bhutan
