Soi Yaksa Trek
12 Days Jomolhari Loop Adventure
Dragon Vista Tours
Trek Overview
The Soi Yaksa Trek is one of Bhutan's most rewarding high-altitude adventures. Traverse remote valleys, alpine meadows, yak pastures, glacial lakes and dramatic Himalayan passes while enjoying magnificent views of Mount Jomolhari and Jichu Drakye.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
Arrive at Paro International Airport and meet your guide. Enjoy your first views of Paro Valley before driving to Thimphu. Check into your hotel, enjoy Bhutanese cuisine and explore the capital at a relaxed pace.
Day 2
Haa Valley Excursion
Drive via Chele La Pass, one of Bhutan's highest motorable passes. Visit Katsho Village and Katsho Lhakhang in the beautiful Haa Valley before returning to Paro.
Day 3
Shana to Thanthangka
Begin the trek from Shana. Follow riverside trails through forests and remote settlements. Camp at Thanthangka with possible views of Mount Jomolhari.
Day 4
Thanthangka to Jangothang
Trek through alpine landscapes and yak herder camps. Arrive at spectacular Jangothang, surrounded by the towering peaks of Jomolhari and Jichu Drakye.
Day 5
Acclimatisation Day
A rest day in Jangothang. Enjoy a short acclimatisation hike while taking in the magnificent mountain scenery.
Day 6
Jangothang to First Lake Camp
Cross river bridges and climb steadily to high meadows with panoramic views of Jomolhari, Jomolhari II and Jichu Drakye. Camp beside a beautiful alpine lake.
Day 7
Cross Bonte La Pass
Trek over Bonte La, the highest pass of the journey. Enjoy breathtaking Himalayan panoramas before descending into the dramatic Soi Yaksa Valley.
Day 8
Soi Yaksa to Thombu Camp
A spectacular day of trekking through high ridges, prayer flag-covered passes and incredible mountain landscapes before reaching Thombu Camp.
Day 9
Thombu La to Thimphu
Cross Thombu La and enjoy one of the most scenic ridge walks in Bhutan. Descend to the army camp where your vehicle transfers you back to your hotel.
Day 10
Explore Thimphu
Relax and explore Bhutan's capital city. Visit cultural landmarks, local markets and traditional handicraft shops.
Day 11
Forest Trails and Dodina
Walk through bamboo forests and scenic mountain trails before reaching Dodina. Drive back to Thimphu.
Day 12
Departure
Transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward flight. Depart Bhutan with unforgettable memories of the Himalayas.