Merak Sakteng Trek Tour

Package Overview

In the Far East, the Sakteng National Park was set up to look after the Migoi (or Yeti). No Migoi has been found in the area but it may be encountered between Tang nad Lhuntsi valleys (Rodong La).

The trek starts from Chaling (2hr drive) from Trashigang. A couple of villages along the road are worth a visit. This 7 days trek traverses through Merak and Sakteng with unique culture, rich History and friendly people.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Chaling to Donmang

  Distance: 18-19km
  Time: 7-8hr
  Ascend: 2217m
  Descend: 230m
  
  The first day of the trek starts with a drive from Trashigang to Chaling through Rangjung and Radi villages. These villages are known for weaving (Raw silk). You can stop on the way back to see and learn the procedures of weaving. The trek ascends gradually through a pasture land for Yaks and Sheep with herders’ huts secluded in the middle of the ground. Mendu La pass marks as final ascending and from here the trail descends through Rhododendron forest till the campsite in Donmang.
• Day 2 : Donmang to Merak

  Distance: 14-15km
  Time: 4-5hr
  Ascent: 396m
  Descent: 0m
  
  Follow the trail along the river bank enjoying the views and nature. The trail leading to Gangu Village is the only parts with a gradual ascend and continuing the journey from Gangu will take about 45 minutes to reach Merak. The campsite is located near the village and it has good views of the local mountains and Merak village.
  
  Merak is a small village where the community is predominated by unique race well known as Brokpas “Highlanders”. The main activities of these Highlanders are rising of the domestic animals.
• Day 3 : Merak to Miksateng

  Distance: 16km
  Time: 5hr
  Ascent: 633m
  Descent: 1074m
  
  Start early as it’s going to be a harsh day of the trek. The trail ascends gradually from the campsite till the first pass where you can have the last glimpses of Merak valley. From the pass, the trail to the Nachung La pass is through Juniper forest decorated with Rhododendron trees. The trail descends till the campsite at Miksateng.
• Day 4 : Miksateng to Sakten

  Distance: 14km
  Time: 5-6hr
  Ascent: 81m app.
  Descent: 310m
  
  The trails descends from the campsite leading to a river and after crossing it, follow the trail along the river bank till you ascend gradually to a small pass with a Chorten facing towards Sakten valley. Look out for Red Panda while descending from the ridge to Sakten valley; a big open space surrounded by heavily forested mountain. The campsite is near Sakten village.
• Day 5 : Rest day at Sakten

  It’s worth spending an extra day in Sakten to explore especially their lifestyle and unique culture.
• Day 6 : Sakten to Jonkher Teng

  Distance: 17km
  Time: 7-8hr
  Ascent: 74m
  Descent: 1291m
  
  Start early from the camp as it’s going to be a longest day of the trek. The trail passes through a small pass Munde La. There are couple of small ups and downs through broad leaf forest till Joenkhar Teng. The campsite of Joenkhar Teng is at the river side.
• Day 7 : Joenkhar Teng to Phongmey

  The last day of the trek crosses few suspension bridges including one stiff climb of one hour before reaching Phongmey village. Your transport will be waiting here to transfer you to your hotel in Trashigang. You can break the journey in Rangjung to visit Rangjung monastery and weaving (Raw silk).

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Transfers

Package Start From

• Thimphu, Bhutan, Asia

Terms & Conditions

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