The details of Bumdra Trek in Bhutan like Itinerary, Altitude, Difficulty, Walking Distance, Cost, Trek duration and best time for Bumdra trek are given below:
Bumdra Trek is a short 2 days trek in Bhutan in Paro valley. This short trek in Bhutan starts from Sangchekhor Monastery and ends at the base of Taktsang. This short trek in Bhutan provides a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains and valley below. It also provides a view of a stunning cliff-face pilgrimage site and Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
The camping on this Trek is the most luxurious in Bhutan but to get to the camping site is an uphill battle on the first day. The second day, however, it is an easy walk downhill. This trek can be done during summer too if the weather is clear.
Facts
- Difficulty Level: Moderate.
- Distance: 14 Km.
- Altitude: 3500 m – 4000 m.
- Trek Duration: 2 Days.
- Best time / season for Bumdra Trek Bhutan: February – May & September – December.
Highlights
- Most stunning landscapes.
- Visit majestic Dzongs, ancient temples and monasteries.
- Meet local people.
- Visit Bhutanese villages and farm houses.
- Witness Archery matches.
Brief Tour Itinerary:
- Day 1. Arrive Paro and sightseeing | Altitude: 2280 m.
- Day 2. Paro – Bumdra Monastery (Bumdra Trek Itinerary) | 7 Km | Hike: 5 hours.
- Day 3. Bumdra – Tiger’s Nest (End of Bumdra trek Itinerary) – Thimphu | 77 Km | Hike: 5 hours | Drive: 1 1/2 hours.
- Day 4. Thimphu sightseeing | Altitude: 2334 m.
- Day 5. Thimphu – Punakha sightseeing | Altitude: 1242 m | 76 Km | Drive: 2 hours.
- Day 6. Punakha – Thimphu | Altitude: 2334 m | 76 Km | Drive: 2 hours.
- Day 7. Thimphu – Paro (Departure) | 56 Km | Drive: 1 hour.