Snowman Trek in Bhutan is a trekking experience second to none

Difficult

30 Days

US$ 9,135 p/p

Overview

Snowman Trek (Full) September 21 – October 20, 2026

The Snowman Trek is considered the most challenging and expensive trek in Bhutan or the Himalayan region. However, it’s the best and most scenic high-altitude trek in the world, since it’s like no other trek on this planet. So you must choose an appropriate time or season and be physically fit to complete the trek. The best seasons for the Snowman trek are late May-June and the end of September-October.

The Snowman trek will cross a dozen high passes between 4500 and 5350 meters, offering breathtaking views of the permanent snow-capped Northern Himalayan ranges in Bhutan. You will also camp at a high altitude several times after a couple of hours of wonderful, scenic day hikes, and you will also camp at the remote Lunana village, surrounded by many gorgeous glacial lakes. And it’s one of the highest settlements in the world. Blue Sheep, Marmots, and many picturesque glacial lakes are seen on this trek.

You can also see Rhododendrons, Blue Poppy, and many alpine flowers in bloom if you trek between late May and June. We normally require a minimum of 4 trekkers for the Snowman trek, so your trek’s cost is shared more evenly, and you have some trekking companions too! We ensure that you will be accompanied by a skilled local guide/tour leader, good cooks, etc, and excellent trekking equipment and services. You may receive several cost offers for this trek, so beware if someone is going too low, as it will undermine your trek’s experiences.

Note: Confirmed Departure Trek, only 3 slots left.

Trip Map

Full Snowman Trek Map

Full itinerary

Day 01: Arrive – Paro

Day 02: Paro, Tiger’s Nest Hike
Altitude: 3000m, Duration 4 hours, Distance 7 Km

Day 03: Paro – Shingharap (Trek starts) Altitude: 3000m, Duration 4 hours, Distance 8 Km

Day 04: Shingkharap -Thangthangka Altitude 3,750m, Duration 6 hours, Distance 14 Km. Long and bumpy path sometimes

Day 05: Thangthangka – Jangothan
Altitude: 3610m/4050m (Altitude Gain: 440m) Duration 5 hours, Distance 16 Km

Day 06: Acclimatization Day at Jangothang

Day 07: Jangothang – Lingshi
Altitude: 4050m/4000m (Altitude loss: 50) Duration 6 hours, Distance 15 Km

Day 08: Lingshi – Chebisa
Altitude: 4000m/3900m (Altitude gain/loss: No gain or loss) Duration 5 hours, Distance 12 Km

Day 09: Chebisa – Somuthang
Altitude: 3900m/4220m (Altitude gain/loss: gain 320m) Duration 7 hours, Distance 17 Km

Day 10: Somuthang – Robluthang
Altitude: 4220m/4160m (Altitude gain/loss: loss 60m) Duration 7 hours, Distance 18 Km.

Day 11: Robluthang – Lemithang
Altitude: 4160m/4110m (Altitude gain/loss: loss 50m) Duration 8 hours, Distance 19 Km.

Day 12: Lemithang – Laya
Altitude: 4110m/3840m (Altitude gain/loss: loss 270m) Duration 5 hours, Distance 12 Km.

Day 13: Laya – Rodophu
Distance 19km, Trek time 6 – 7 hours, Ascent 900m, Descent 70m, Camp altitude 4160m

Day 14: Rodophu – Narithang
Distance 17km, Trek time 5 – 6 hours, Ascent 755m, Descent 15m, Camp altitude 4900m

Day 15: Narithang – Tarina
Distance 18km, Trek time 6-7 hours, Ascent 220m, Descent 770m, Camp altitude 4350m

Day 16: Tarina – Woche
Distance 15km, Trek time 5-6 hours, Ascent 250m, Descent 310m, Camp altitude 4350m

Day 17: Woche – Lhedi
Distance 19km, Trek time 6-7 hours, Ascent 300m, Descent 450m, Camp altitude 4200m

Day 18: Lhedi – Thanza
Distance 19km, Trek Time 5 – 6 hours, Ascent 50m, Camp altitude 4250m

Day 19: Rest day in Thanza

Day 20: Thanza – Tshorim
Distance 19km, Trek time 7-8 hours, Ascent 870m, Camp altitude 5120m

Day 21: Tshorim – Gangkhar Phuensum Base Camp
Distance 16km, Trek time 6-7 hours, Descent 260m, Camp altitude 4970m

Day 22: Gangkhar Puesum Base Camp – Geshe Woma
Distance 14km, Trek time 5-6 hours, Descent 770m, Camp altitude 4200m

Day 23: Geshe Woma – Warathang
Distance 18km, Trek time 7-8 hours, Ascent 600, Descent 800m, Camp altitude 4400m

Day 24: Warathang – Duer Tsachu (Hot Spring)
Distance 14km, Trek time 5-6 hours, Ascent 400, Descent 810m, Camp altitude 3590m

Day 25: Duer Tsachu – Jule Tsho
Distance 14km, Trek time 6-7 hours, Ascent 1100, Descent 835m, Camp altitude 3850m

Day 26: Jule Tsho – Choksum
Distance 19km, Trek time 7-8 hours, Descent 620m, Camp altitude 3190m

Day 27: Choksum – Gorsum – Duer Village, drive to Bumthang
Distance 18km, Trek time 5-6 hours, Descent 560m, Altitude 2650m

Day 28: Bumthang – Phobjikha (136 km, 4 hrs drive)

Day 29: Phobjikha – Thimphu (180 km, 5 hrs drive)

Day 30: Thimphu – Paro International flights depart (55Km, 1 hr)

Note: Please get in touch with us for the detailed Itinerary and the proper Price.

Prices

An Advance Payment of USD 2,000, which includes airfare, must be deposited to confirm the trek. The remaining payment must be paid 2 to 3 months before your trip. So, we can apply for your Bhutan Visa and send it to you in advance.

The Price for a group of 4 people is as follows:

Peak Season Cost: May, September & October
Staring Cost: USD 9,135 per person.
Regular Season Cost: June, July, and August
Staring Cost: USD 8,410 per person
The price is less if you have a group of 6-8 people.

The Cost covers the following services:

A minimum of 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 star require an additional premium).
All meals
A skilled Bhutanese tour guide/tour leader
All internal transport (excluding internal flights)
Best Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
All internal taxes and charges
An SDF of USD 100. This contributes to free education and healthcare, as well as infrastructure development.

FAQs

1. What sort of past acclimatization/elevation and exercises do you need for this trek?
Ans – One must have done at least a few minimum-week adventure treks at least 4000 meters and above, and must be healthy and fit with an average hiking pace for such an adventure trek.

2. What is the minimum and maximum number of people required for the trek, and when is the best time or season?
Ans – We normally require a minimum of 4 and limit the trek to a maximum of 8 people. We can also conduct the trek for two people. However, you will have to bear additional costs. The best time for the trek is late spring or the end of May, and then in the fall, toward the end of September.

3. What is the procedure for this trek booking?
Ans – You must fully book this trek at least 3-4 months in advance with your confirmed flight booking. And then must deposit US $2,000 each/30% Advance Payment with full airfare only for your flight to/from Paro, Bhutan.

4. Why shall we book this adventure trek with your company?
Ans – We are one of the local adventure travel companies that can offer personalized services at a value-for-money. We make sure to provide excellent weatherproof trekking equipment, a skilled guide/tour leader, a good cook and helpers, transport, etc, etc. And we arrange the trek at the right time/season, so that it’s mostly a successful trek.

5. Do you apply for our Bhutan Visa, and what are the documents required for the Visa?
Ans – Yes, we will apply for your Bhutan Visa upon receiving full payment from you. We only need a clear copy of your passport and a passport-size photo to apply for the Visa.

6. Do we need to bring our sleeping bag? If so, what type or how warm must it be?
Ans – Yes, you will have to bring your own sleeping bag. And it must be a minimum of 20 degrees Celsius down feather sleeping bag.

7. What are the available flights connecting Bhutan with other cities, and what is the most convenient flight to/from Bhutan? And do you book the flights too?
Ans – We have flights to and from Bangkok, Kathmandu, Dubai, Delhi, Kolkata, Dhaka, Singapore, Bagdogra, and Guwahati. Yet, the most convenient flights to and from Paro, Bhutan, are via Bangkok, as we have several flights in a day. Yes, we will book your flight as well, unless you want to do it at your end.