Mountains and trekking in Bhutan
Bhutan's great peaks, its famous treks and how to prepare for altitude.
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Bhutan is one of the most mountainous countries on Earth. Mountains are considered the homes of deities, and climbing peaks above 6,000 m is prohibited — which is why Gangkhar Puensum (7,570 m) remains the world’s highest unclimbed mountain.
Notable peaks
| Peak | Height |
|---|---|
| Gangkhar Puensum | 7,570 m |
| Jomolhari | 7,326 m |
| Masang Gang | 7,165 m |
| Jichu Drake | ~6,800 m |
Popular treks
- Druk Path — 4–6 days, moderate, Paro to Thimphu past high lakes
- Dagala Thousand Lakes — 5–6 days, moderate
- Jomolhari — 7–9 days, challenging, to the base of Jomolhari
- Laya–Gasa — 10–12 days, challenging, via the remote Layap villages
- Snowman Trek — ~25 days, one of the toughest treks in the world
Altitude
Take it slowly, drink plenty of water and plan an acclimatisation day in Paro before any high trek. Tell your guide straight away about headaches, nausea or breathlessness.
