Tour Overview
- Duration: 2 Days
- Best Season: Mar - May & Sep - Nov
- Difficulty: Moderate
The Bumdra Trek, often called the Trek of the Thousand Dakinis (celestial female deities), is a short yet breathtaking two-day adventure with a single night of camping. This sacred trail is steeped in spiritual significance, leading you through fragrant pine forests and revealing sweeping views of Paro Valley. Along the way, you’ll also be treated to iconic glimpses of the world-renowned Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang).
Though there are three entry points, most travelers begin from Sang Chhoekhor Monastery in Paro, the most popular and recommended starting route. Once at Bumdra, trekkers can explore ancient holy sites, visit sky burial grounds believed to be sanctified by Guru Rinpoche, or simply immerse in the serene natural surroundings. For those seeking extra fun, traditional Bhutanese pastimes such as archery or dart (khuru) add cultural depth to the journey.
Key Highlights:
Duration: 1 night / 2 days
Highest Point: 3,800 m above sea level
Major Attractions: Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Sang Chhoekhor Monastery, sky burial sites
Experience: Scenic pine forests, cultural sites, archery & khuru, panoramic mountain views
Best Season: Year-round (best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov)
Tentative Itinerary
- 7 Kms hike, Duration: 3 – 4 hours, Camp Altitude: 3,800 meters:
We will drive from the hotel for about 20 minutes till you reach the road end at Sangchhoekhor Buddhist College on a hilltop at 2,800 meters. There, we take sometime to visit the temple and interact with the monks.
After that you enjoy the picturesque Paro valley below as you hike towards your campsite just below the Bumdra Monastery. You can rest and relax at your campsite or hike a little uphill to enjoy even more mesmerizing views of the surrounding landscape.
- 15 kms, Trek Time: 5-6 Hours:
Enjoy your breakfast with the beautiful sunrise from your campsite before we start our hike towards the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. You will enjoy the leisurely hike through forests of rhododendron and pine trees. We visit the temples on the top, especially the Zangdopelri Temple, which is the mystical glorious Copper Coloured Mountain of Guru Rinpoche from where you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of other temples below.
After that, we hike down to the main temple, The Tiger’s Nest, and gradually climb down till you reach the base where your driver awaits you in anticipation. You enjoy the drive back to your hotel after a satisfying and a mesmerizing hike.
- Distance: 13 km
- Time: 7-8 hours
- Elevation Loss: 110 meters (from Sagala at 4100m to ridge peak at 3990m)
- Highest Point: Ridge peak at 4100 meters
After a short descent, your journey along the ridge unfolds, guiding you through captivating meadows and past a yak herder's camp. Following this, the trail ascends through a dense forest of majestic rhododendrons towards the Kung Karpo Sky Burial site, situated at an impressive elevation of 4350 meters. As you traverse the stone cairns marking the path, the panoramic view of the Haa Valley is truly breathtaking.
Continuing from the sky burial site, your path involves a series of ascents and descents, offering sweeping vistas of Paro Valley to your left and Haa Valley to your right. The sight of Kila Goenpa Nunnery below adds to the mesmerizing scenery. Descend further until you reach the Chelela pass, positioned at 3990 meters, renowned as one of Bhutan's highest drivable passes.
Upon arrival at Chelela pass, your awaiting vehicle will seamlessly transport you back to Paro, marking the conclusion of your trekking adventure. Take the opportunity to explore the awe-inspiring landscapes and rich cultural heritage of this region, creating memories that will last a lifetime.









