{"id":223924,"date":"2023-07-06T14:27:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T08:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=223924"},"modified":"2023-07-07T13:10:13","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T07:40:13","slug":"laya-gasa-trek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/laya-gasa-trek\/","title":{"rendered":"Laya Gasa Trek: A Handy Guide For Planning The Most Scenic Adventure In Bhutan"},"content":{"rendered":"

Laya Gasa is regarded as the most long-distance trek in Bhutan and the most scenic one as well. The place is situated at the border of Tibet and the entire trek offers some amazing views of the untouched valleys of the country. Laya Gasa trek starts from the Drukgyel in Paro and lets you follow the trail of breathtakingly beautiful alpine meadows as the high mountains pass by.<\/em><\/p>\n

You can watch the mount Jhomolari, Tsherimgang, and the Jichu Drake on the way and as you trek through the wilderness you will be acquaintanced with the cultures of the villages in Laya. You can also spot animals like the blue sheep and Takins along the trek, which again makes it one of its kind in the country. Here\u2019s a little guide with all the essential details about the trek that\u2019ll convince you to plan one with your adventure buddies right away!<\/p>\n

About Laya Gasa Trek<\/h2>\n
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The Laya Gasa trek in Bhutan can be experienced through various packages, all of which include the sightseeing in the country as well. Paro, Punakha, Thimpu, and the surrounding valleys are on the list. However, this very trek stays as the center of attraction always. The entire trek offers an array of Bhutanese landscapes and its rich culture too, and without a doubt, this is the most beautiful trekking experience for everyone. As the trekking begins from the Drukgyel and through the villages, hamlets and scenic farmlands, you will be able to experience the beauty of nature in full form. The vegetation areas are different from the other as it ranges up to the alpine pasture land where the villagers take their animals for grazing.<\/p>\n

There is also a tradition of trout fishing in the blue lake with amazing view surrounding it with the majestic mountains as well. You can encounter some magnificent animal species during the trek, like the blue sheep, and if you are lucky then you will get to see the snow leopard. Laya is the largest isolated region in the Gasa district and their lives hardly 800 people who are called Layap. These people have their own language and custom dresses too.<\/p>\n

Best Time To Trek<\/h2>\n
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The perfect time to trek in this land is, from April to June and then from September to November. The mid of September to November is the best time to view the magnificent beauty of the Jhomolari mountain and the landscape as well. You can take a look at the Laya Gasa Trek map to know in details about the place and you might get climate news from the local people and your guide too.<\/p>\n

Cost & Duration Of Laya Gasa Trek<\/h2>\n

The duration of the trek is for 13 days. As this is a long distance one in Bhutan, the trek can also be difficult for amateur trekkers too. The cost for this hike can be less to high, but the normal ranges are, USD 3000 per person in a group of 15 to 3 and extra single supplement will cost USD 20. A solo trip might cost USD 2800. As the trek happens from April to June and in September and November the rates can go up and down based on the high and low seasons.<\/p>\n

Things To See During Laya Gasa<\/h2>\n

There are so many things to observe and see while trekking in Bhutan and Laya Gasa is one of the best long-distance treks you can have. Here are the major things you will encounter during the entire trek.<\/p>\n

1. Gasa Koina<\/h3>\n
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From Gasa you have to trek upward and it will be through the forest and it has a 3080m ridge, then you will come downhill, which can be steeply and you have to cross the Bari la pass. This is a muddy trail and it goes deep into the fir forest and the valley will take 3 hours to reach Koina, a very small but beautiful clearing in the gorge at 3050m. You can rest here but it\u2019s a muddy campsite, and you will find a resting shelter for tourists.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> Burning Lake: A Pocket Guide To Soak In Absolute Tranquility In Bhutan\u2019s Religious Site!<\/a><\/p>\n

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