Duer Hot Spring Trek- 16 Days

Fitness Level

Challenging

Trip Introduction

Bhutan, located in the Eastern Himalayas, is a small country in terms of both geography and population. The Indian Monsoon influences the climate, with the best trekking months being March to May, as well as September and October. Bhutan is home to pristine mountain lakes, towering glaciers, and some of the world’s most endangered species. Bhutan provides adventurous trekking opportunities. It is one of the world’s ten biodiversity hotspots.

The Duer hot spring walk is one of Bhutan’s most demanding treks. The Duer Hot Spring in Bhutan is regarded as one of the most beautiful in the Himalayas. It crosses the track of the famous Snowman Trek to some extent. The trail contains multiple severe ascents and descents, with elevations ranging from 3000 to 4700 meters. Juli La is the trek’s highest point. You’ll walk through spruce, hemlock, juniper, and maple forests, which are home to herds of Blue Sheep, Musk Deer, and Himalayan Black Bears.

Trip Facts

Country	Bhutan
Duration	16 Days
Grade	Challenging
Maximum Altitude	4,700m/15,419ft
Best season	Mar, Apr, May, Sept, Oct

Trip Highlights

Scenic drive toward the Bumthang.
Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery.
Pass through the forested area.
Experience the Bhutanese Culture and Tradition.
Experience the amazing Mountain View from the Trail.
Explore the Hot springs with Mineral-rich water.

Is this trek appropriate for you?

The Duer Hot Spring Trek is the Moderate Trek. You can easily complete this trek if you are physically and mentally prepared and willing to do so.
You will be Trekking for 9 Days. The Path can be completed in as little as 4 hours as much as 9 hours.
The walk is not tricky, there is no Climbing or Scrambling but the path is rocky and hilly.
Each day you will cover 200 to 400 meters in height while trekking. The Highest Point in the trek you will reach on the trek is 4,700m.
The weather and Remoteness of this trek, as well as dealing with the high altitude, require a slow pace and the need to stay hydrated.

Itinerary

Day	Activities	Duration
1.	Arrive at Paro (2,200m/7,217ft)
2.	Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery (3,048m/10,000ft) and Drive to Thimphu (2,334m/7,657ft)
3.	Drive From Thimphu to Punakha (1,310m/4,297ft)
4.	Drive from Punakha to Bumthang (2,600m/8,530ft)
5.	Trek from Bumthang to Gorsum (3,120m/10,236ft)	6-7hrs
6.	Trek from Gorsum to Lungsum (3,160m/10,367ft)	5-6hrs
7.	Trek from Lungsum to Tsochenchen (3,780m/12,401ft)	6-7hrs
8.	Trek from Tsochenchen to Duer Tsachu (3,590m/11,778)	8-9hrs
9.	Acclimatization Day at Duer Tsachu (3,590m/11,778)
10.	Trek from Duer Tsachu to Tsochenchen (3,780m/12,401ft)	8-9hrs
11.	Trek from Tsochenchen to Lungsum (3,160m/10,367ft)	5-6hrs
12.	Trek from Lungsum to Gorsum (3,120m/10,236ft)	4-5hrs
13.	Trek from Gorsum to Duer Village and Drive to Bumthang (2,600m/8,530ft)
14.	Drive from Bumthang to Thimphu (2,334m/7,657ft)
15.	Drive from Thimphu to Paro (2,200m/7,217ft)
16.	Departure

Itinerary

Departure from : Kathmandu, Nepal

Arrival On : Kathmandu, Nepal

Route Map

Altitude Map

What's Included

Arrival & Departure: Airport – Hotel transfer – Airport (Pick Up and Drop on a private basis).
Accommodation in Paro: 2 nights at Star category hotel on Twin sharing and BB basis.
Accommodation in Thimphu: 2 nights at Star category hotel on Twin sharing and BB basis.
Accommodation in Punakha: 1 night at Star category hotel on Twin sharing and BB basis.
Accommodation in Bumthang: 2 nights at Star category hotel on Twin sharing and BB basis.
During the trek, accommodation in available camp on a sharing basis.
Welcome Dinner at the restaurant in Paro.
3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Permit: All necessary entry permits.
All government and local taxes if necessary.
Member transportation: – Road Transportation: From Paro to Thimphu and returning back, Thimphu to Punakha, Punakha to Bumthang, Duer Village to Bumthang, Bumthang to Thimphu.
Drinking water: Bottles of boiled water daily.
Guide: Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek.
Porter: Porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) up to 15kg during the trek.
All camping equipment and food supplies.
Chef: Professional and experienced trekking cooks and assistants during the trek.
Insurance of all involved staff.
Comprehensive Medical kit.
A Tourist Sim Card.

What's Not Included

Air Fare: International flight airfare.
Bhutan Tourist Visa fee.
Extra nights’ accommodation in Bhutan. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Personal Insurance: Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, Helicopter medical & emergency evacuation. *Mandatory
Personal Expenses: Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer, and any alcoholic beverages.
Personal Equipment: Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking equipment.
Rescue Evacuation: Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs).

Equipment List

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