This is a moderate trek beginning in Phubjikha which is a glacial valley on the western slopes of the Black Mountains. The valley is a designated conservation area and borders on the Black Mountain National Park. Because of the large flock of black-necked cranes that winter here, it is one of the most important wildlife preserves in the country. The rare and endangered black-necked crane occupies a special place in Bhutanese hearts and folklore. Its arrival every autumn from Tibet inspires songs and dances; it usually heralds the end of the harvesting season, The world’s entire population of about 6000 black-necked cranes breed in Tibet and Ladakh. They winter in south-central Tibet and Bhutan. Highest altitude on this trek is about 11,300 feet.

• DAY 1 Arrival Paro. Afternoon sightseeing.
• DAY 2 Sightseeing Paro Valley
• DAY 3 Excursion to Taktsang Monastery (the Tiger’s Nest). Drive to Thimphu and overnight.
• DAY 4 Sightseeing of the Punakha and Wangdi Valleys.
• DAY 5 Punakha to Phubjikha
• DAY 6 Phubjikha Valley sightseeing.
• DAY 7-9 On Trek
• DAY 10 Return to Thimphu
• DAY 11 Sightseeing Thimphu. Drive back to Paro and overnight.
• DAY 12 Depart Paro.

Land Cost:

• $2400.00 USD per person for 3 or more people
• $2730.00 USD per person for 2 people
• $2890.00 USD for 1 person independently

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