Bhutan is one of the world’s most mystical and mysterious countries and this guide gives a unique view with 27 treks throughout the country from the leading expert. Covers the whole country with treks in the west (Jhomolhari) across the northern mountain barrier to Tibet, east and centre of Bhutan. Very thorough planning information.

Contents

Map of Bhutan
Foreword by Her Majesty the Queen of Bhutan
Preface to the first edition
Preface to the second edition

Introduction

The thrill of Bhutan
Trekking
Climate and trekking seasons
Organising a trek
Getting there and getting around
Environmental and cultural awareness
Protected area
Flora and wildlife
Geology: the formation of the mountains
Rivers and glaciers
Accommodation and food
Medical considerations and fitness
Equipment
Other activities
List of approved treks
About this guide

The Treks West Bhutan

1    Haa Valley–Saga La–Drugyel Dzong
2    Haa Valley–Nub Tshona Patta Tsho–Rigona
3    Paro–Jhomolhari–Lingshi–Laya–Lunana–Nikka Chhu
4    Jhomolhari Camp–Bonte La–Tagulun La or
      Lalung La–Drugyel Dzong Circuit
5    Jhomolhari–Lingshi–Thimphu
6    Jhomolhari–Lingshi–Laya–Gasa–Punakha
7    Masa Gang Base Camp from Laya and back
8    Drukpath
9     Dagala Trek – and extension to Dagana
10    Samtengang Trek
11    Gasa Tsachu (hot springs) Trek
12    Gangte Trek and southern variation

Central Bhutan

13    Nabji–Korphu Trek (The Black Mountains or
        Jigme Wangchuk National Park
14    Nubi/Chutey Trek near Trongsa
15    Trongsa–Kasiphey–Dur Tsachu (hot springs) Trek
16    Bumthang–Lunana (including the trek to Dur Tsachu)
17    Gankar Punsum Base Camp below the South Ridge of Gankar Punsum –
        via Dur hot springs
18    Gankar Punsum Southeast Face–Thole La–Bumthang Trek
19    Gankar Punsum Southeast Face – crossing over to Gankar Punsum
        Base Camp
20    Bumthang: Ngang–Tang Valleys Trek and Extension to Ura
21    Bumthang: Tang Valley–Rodang La–Lhuntshi–T(r)ashi Yangtse Trek
22    Royal Heritage Trek: Bumthang–Kiki La–Tungi La–Kuenga Rabten–
        Trongsa
23    Ura–Buli/Zhemgang Trek

East Bhutan

24    Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary Trek (Bumdeling Iron Bridge Trek
25    Migoi (Yeti) National Park (Merak–Sakteng) Trek
26    Kharungla Apeman Trek

South Bhutan

27    Manas National Park Trek

Acknowledgement

Appendices

Appendix 1 List of maps
Appendix 2 List of Treks   
Appendix 3 Bibliography   
Appendix 4 Glossary