Bhutan. Trek The Snowman

Day 1: Tel Aviv — Bhutan
Dissected in Faro, Bhutan. It can be reached from Delhi, Kathmandu or Dubai. The flight to Faro alone, invites the possibility of spectacular observation of the Himalayas and the magnificent views of the highest peaks of the world. We will land, meet our local team, go to our hotel for refreshment, an afternoon tour of the interesting city and dinner.

Day 2: Faro — Tiger's Nest
After breakfast at the hotel, we will leave Faro, located at an altitude of 2200 meters, to visit the Tiger's Nest, one of the famous monasteries in Bhutan, a few hundred meters above Faro. The climb to the tiger's nest, nestled at 3000 meters, is the beginning of our acclimatization to the trek. Accommodation at Camp Shana at an altitude of 2820 meters.

Day 3: Shanna — Thangtangka
After breakfast we will walk from our camp for a long day climbing up the river. The trail follows a river, and includes crossings of all kinds, basket crossings and wooden bridges, walking right on the bank and over the water. It is a long day of about 19 km, which will take about 8 hours, until our night camp. During the day, we will have lunch prepared by the team, with all our equipment carried on horseback. In the background, up the valley, we see the summit of the second highest mountain in Tibet - Jomulhari 7326 meters above sea level. Camping accommodation.

Day 4: Thangtangka — Zhangutang
The day is calmer and milder after the challenging day that preceded it. About 16 kilometers that will take about 6 hours in which we will climb only about 440 meters. We will continue climbing the length of the Pacho River until the base camp located at an altitude of about 4050 meters. The round dome of Jomolhari is above us and dozens of bird species live in the area of the camp where we will be.

Day 5: Acclimatization Day
We will take advantage of the day for acclimatization, exploring the areas around the base camp, walking up to 4 hours that will take Ochano to a pair of spectacular lakes - the Twins and returning to the camp before noon, for rest and preparation for the next day.

Day 6: Zhangutang— Lingxi
Today we will cross the Nili La mountain pass, at an altitude of 4890 meters. A strenuous day climbing to the base of the glacier - an ancient moraine. From the mountain pass, a fascinating view, and the descent to the other side glides to the base camp over the strip, at an altitude of 4000 meters.

Day 7: Lingshi — Shudo
The day is long and challenging, climbing to a mountain pass at an altitude of 4950 meters, from Isham we will get a breathtaking view of the Jomulhari peak and the neighboring peaks and a not long descent to the night camp in the meadow of Shodo at 3815 meters. It is the main axis to the capital Timpu and meet Bhutanese pilgrims and travellers.

Day 8: Shodo — Barshong - Timpo
Our day is on a downward trend, along the river, countless wooden bridges and crossings of the river, up to the campsite in Ershong, 3720 meters high where the vehicle that will take it to the capital of Bhutan - Timpo will wait for us. The beginning of the trip is a bumpy jeep road, after we connect to the road, which is one of the few paved roads in Bhutan. We will arrive at Timpo, a good hotel, with a good warm shower. And a joint dinner to celebrate our trek. As long as the power leaves, we will go on a tour of the capital.

Day 9: Timpo — Faro
Today we will feel a little touristy, we will tour the Thimpo, among the temples, the workshops, the local food, and much more. After lunch, we will take a trip to Faro, where we can go for some relaxing treat in the city, and of course a joint dinner.

Day 10: Travelling home
After breakfast and packing, we will leave for the airport in Faro, for the flight home.