Duer Hot Springs Trek

This is one of the most challenging treks in Bhutan. and the route partially overlaps with the trail of the
legendary Snowman trek, the most difficult trek in the world. This grueling journey will take you up to
the Duer hot springs, arguably the most beautiful hot springs in the Himalayas.Duer Hot Spring Trekking
The trail has numerous steep ascents and descents and ranges from altitudes between 3000-4700m.
However, despite the difficulty of this trek, it is well worth the effort, as it will take you through some of
the most beautiful landscapes in Bhutan. You will journey through forests of spruce, hemlock, juniper
and maple, through regions populated by herds of Blue Sheep, Musk Deer and even Himalayan Black
Bears. This trek route falls under old expedition route to Mt. Gangkhar Puensum. The trek is known for
its hot springs. An entire day will be dedicated to resting at the hot springs. The periods between March
to April and September to November are the best times to take on this challenging route. Trekkers have
the option to go to the Gangkhar Pueunsum Base Camp. All should be in very good physical condition to
complete this demanding portion of the route.
On your arrival day in Kathmandu, You will be received by the representative staff from Himalayan Trails
Trekking & Climbing P Ltd with proper greeting. Then, afterward you will be transferred to hotel, After
time to get refreshed then if you want more information regarding you trip you will meet and transfer to
our office for briefing about your trip .In the evening Himalayan Trails Trekking & Climbing organizes an
authentic Nepali welcome dinner with ethnic cultural entertainment and to know your guide and to talk
about your trip. Next day after Full day Sightseeing in UNESCO listed historical sites such as Kathmandu
Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath(monkey temple), and Pashupatinath in Kathmandu Valley
with experience Tour Guide by private car/van, Stay overnight in Hotel. On day three after breakfast at
the hotel, you will be transferred to airport and then flown to to Paro & transfer to Thimpu, the modern
capital town of Bhutan. The trek route follows the Yoleng Chhu, a river known for its abundance of trout.
The trail from Bumthang to Gorsum is a gradual climb & leads through a dense forest of Spruce,
Hemlock, Cypress, Juniper and Maple. The trek from Tshochenchen is uphill all the way until Juli La
(4700m). If the day is clear, you will have a great view of the surrounding mountains from the pass. As
the highlight of the trek, relax in the rejuvenating hot springs or take a leisurely walk around surrounding
areas. Return by the same route taken on day seven. The journey will be even tougher than before as
there is slightly more climbing than descending It leads through dense forest of Spruce, Hemlock,
Cypress, Juniper and Maple. From Gorsum the trail descends gradually until the bridge near Duer village,
where you reach the road head. Next day fly from Jakar to Paro where you can explore the interesting
points and shopping for some souvenirs.