Jomolhari — Local services in Benxung

Jomolhari or Chomolhari sometimes known as "the bride of Kangchenjunga”, is a mountain in the Himalayas, straddling the border between Yadong County of Tibet, China and the Thimphu district of Bhutan.

Elevation: 7,326 m First ascent: 17 May 1937 Mountain range: Himalayas Parent range: Himalayas Listing: Ultra-prominent peak First ascenders: Freddie Spencer Chapman, Pasang Dawa Lama

The beautiful Jomolhari Trek highlights the great diversity that the Bhutanese landscape has to offer. You will pass through thick pine forests, scattered hamlets and alpine meadows that lead to the high pastureland where yak herders graze their animals. Highlights include the fabulous views of snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Jomolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake and camping overnight at the base of Mt Jomolhari. It is a difficult route attaining a maximum altitude of 15,114 ft, and requires trekkers to have very good physical fitness. Before and after your trek, there will also be time to visit the sites of Paro and Thimphu.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOMOLHARI TREK The Jumolhari Trek highlights the great diversity that the Bhutanese landscape has to offer. You will pass through thick pine forests, scattered hamlets and alpine meadows that lead to the high pastureland where yak herders graze their animals.

Experience fabulous views of snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake. Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forests. Discover Bhutan’s unique culture up-close with farmhouse visits and village excursions. Camp overnight at the base of Mt Jumolhari. Spend time Marvelling at the ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples. Discover some of the most sacred Buddhist monasteries and temples in the Himalaya. Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums. Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor. Incorporate a Value-Added Option such as a cooking lesson or meditation session with a monk.

JOMOLHARI TREK DETAILED ITINERARY DAY 01: ARRIVE PARO DAY 02: PARO DAY 03: PARO – SHANA (6hrs) DAY 04: SHANA – SOIL THANGTHANGKHA (8hrs) DAY 05: SOIL THANG’KHA – JANGOTHANG (8hrs) DAY 06: JANGOTHANG – LINGSHI (8hrs) DAY 07: LINGSHI – SHODU (8hrs) DAY 08: SHODU – BARSHONG (7hrs) DAY 09: BARSHONG – DOLAM KENCHO (6hrs) DAY 10: D. KENCHO – DODENA/THIMPHU (3hrs) DAY 11: THIMPHU – PARO DAY...

Jomolhari or Chomolhari sometimes known as "the bride of Kangchenjunga”, is a mountain in the Himalayas, straddling the border between Yadong County of Tibet, China and the Thimphu district of Bhutan.

Elevation: 7,326 m First ascent: 17 May 1937 Mountain range: Himalayas Parent range: Himalayas Listing: Ultra-prominent peak First ascenders: Freddie Spencer Chapman, Pasang Dawa Lama

The beautiful Jomolhari Trek highlights the great diversity that the Bhutanese landscape has to offer. You will pass through thick pine forests, scattered hamlets and alpine meadows that lead to the high pastureland where yak herders graze their animals. Highlights include the fabulous views of snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Jomolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake and camping overnight at the base of Mt Jomolhari. It is a difficult route attaining a maximum altitude of 15,114 ft, and requires trekkers to have very good physical fitness. Before and after your trek, there will also be time to visit the sites of Paro and Thimphu.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOMOLHARI TREK The Jumolhari Trek highlights the great diversity that the Bhutanese landscape has to offer. You will pass through thick pine forests, scattered hamlets and alpine meadows that lead to the high pastureland where yak herders graze their animals.

Experience fabulous views of snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake. Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forests. Discover Bhutan’s unique culture up-close with farmhouse visits and village excursions. Camp overnight at the base of Mt Jumolhari. Spend time Marvelling at the ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples. Discover some of the most sacred Buddhist monasteries and temples in the Himalaya. Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums. Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor. Incorporate a Value-Added Option such as a cooking lesson or meditation session with a monk.

JOMOLHARI TREK DETAILED ITINERARY DAY 01: ARRIVE PARO DAY 02: PARO DAY 03: PARO – SHANA (6hrs) DAY 04: SHANA – SOIL THANGTHANGKHA (8hrs) DAY 05: SOIL THANG’KHA – JANGOTHANG (8hrs) DAY 06: JANGOTHANG – LINGSHI (8hrs) DAY 07: LINGSHI – SHODU (8hrs) DAY 08: SHODU – BARSHONG (7hrs) DAY 09: BARSHONG – DOLAM KENCHO (6hrs) DAY 10: D. KENCHO – DODENA/THIMPHU (3hrs) DAY 11: THIMPHU – PARO DAY...

Didn't get the chance to visit here till now. But have seen this majestic mountain many times from flight. Whenever you fly towards Guwahati, this mighty, lone mountain welcomes you......and give such stunning views,,,, that you will mesmerize while watching...