Wild East Rodungla Trekking – 18 Days

Experience Bhutan’s most remote and least-explored trekking route on the Wild East Rodungla Trek. Journey through pristine forests, ancient monasteries, high mountain passes, traditional villages, and untouched valleys from Bumthang to eastern Bhutan. Discover authentic Bhutanese culture, breathtaking Himalayan scenery, and hidden regions rarely visited by tourists.

Country

Bhutan

Duration

18 days

Difficulty

Moderate

Trip Type

Trekking

Max Altitude

3353m/11001ft

Best Season

Mar-May, Oct-Dec

Accomodation

3***Hotel + Logde accommodation on twin sharing bed basis during the Trekking.

Meals

All meals (Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast) with cup of hot drinks during the trekking.

Start/End Point

Paro / Guwahati

Highlights & Overview

Scenic Himalayan flight with views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari
Explore Paro, Thimphu, Trongsa, Bumthang, Lhuntse, Trashigang
Cross Phephela Pass 3353m/11001ft
Walk through untouched pine, bamboo, and rhododendron forests
Visit ancient monasteries and 7th-century temples
Explore sacred Ngang Yul (Swan Valley)
Visit Ugyenchholing Palace and cultural heritage sites
Experience remote eastern Bhutan villages
See traditional Bhutanese rural lifestyle
Trek through high alpine and subtropical zones
Witness dramatic Himalayan and valley landscapes
Cross Bhutan from west to east on foot
The Wild East Rodungla Trek is one of Bhutan’s most remote and culturally immersive trekking routes, linking central Bhutan’s Bumthang Valley with the isolated eastern regions of Lhuntse and Trashigang. This journey offers a rare combination of high mountain trekking, ancient heritage sites, and authentic rural Bhutanese life far from modern development.Starting with cultural exploration in Paro and Thimphu, the route moves through Trongsa and Bumthang before entering deep mountain trails. Trekkers cross pristine forests, bamboo zones, alpine ridges, and high passes including the famous Phephela Pass 3353m/11001ft. Along the way, ancient monasteries, sacred valleys, and centuries-old traditions create a deeply spiritual atmosphere.The eastern section of Bhutan reveals untouched landscapes where traditional lifestyles remain unchanged. The trek concludes with a descent into subtropical eastern valleys and a scenic drive toward the Indian border.This expedition is ideal for trekkers seeking isolation, culture, and wilderness combined in one of the least explored regions of the Himalayas.

Short Itinerary

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Price Includes

Personal guide & driver with SUV or Toyota coaster bus depending on pax.
All touring & transfers throughout.
Traditional 3-star hotels with private bathrooms twin sharing based.
All meals and bottled water daily.
SDF (Sustainable development fee & all taxes.
Bhutan visa fees & processing.
Monuments fees
Farm house visit

Price Doesn't Include

Airfares to/from Bhutan.
Personal items laundry, drinks, and designer coffee’s telephone calls
Hotel room single supplement $ 30 per person per night
Sim Card
Tipping for guide and diver
Anything that is not included in official final invoices.

Wild East Rodungla Trekking – 18 Days Itinerary

Arrive in Paro with breathtaking aerial views of Himalayan giants including Everest and Kanchenjunga. After immigration and pickup, drive through the scenic Paro Valley to your hotel. Visit Ta Dzong Museum in the afternoon to explore Bhutan’s cultural heritage.

Max Altitude

2280m/7480ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Drive along the Pa Chu and Wang Chu rivers into Bhutan’s capital. After lunch, visit Memorial Chorten where locals perform daily prayer rituals. Experience Bhutan’s peaceful capital atmosphere and cultural lifestyle.

Max Altitude

2334m/7657ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Explore Thimphu’s cultural highlights including handicraft markets, traditional workshops, and artisan centers. Visit Tashichho Dzong, the administrative and religious center of Bhutan.

Max Altitude

2334m/7657ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Drive through central Bhutan’s scenic mountain roads. Visit Chendebji Chorten and continue to Trongsa, home to Bhutan’s largest dzong and historic royal seat.

Max Altitude

2200m/7218ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Travel into Bumthang Valley, Bhutan’s spiritual heartland. Visit Jakar Dzong and hike to Lame Gompa, known for traditional paper-making and religious significance.

Max Altitude

2600m/8530ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Begin trekking along Chamkhar Chu River. Visit Tangbi Lhakhang before entering the sacred Swan Valley. Camp at Nganglhakhang monastery region.

Max Altitude

2896m/9500ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Ascend toward Phephela Pass 3353m/11001ft through beautiful alpine forest. Descend toward historic Ugyenchholing Palace surrounded by mountain views.

Max Altitude

3353m/11001ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Trek through bamboo, hemlock, and alpine vegetation. Experience remote wilderness and pristine Bhutanese landscapes.

Max Altitude

3505m/11500ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Cross Phokpeyla Pass 3749m/12300ft and descend through dramatic gorges into pine forests and valleys.

Max Altitude

3048m/10000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Pass traditional villages and ancient monasteries including Khaine Lhakhang dating back to the 7th century.

Max Altitude

1829m/6000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Drive into remote eastern Bhutan. Explore Lhuntse valley and local cultural sites.

Max Altitude

1829m/6000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Trek through villages and terraced fields surrounded by peaceful mountain scenery.

Max Altitude

1829m/6000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Ascend through dense forests with occasional Himalayan views and alpine surroundings.

Max Altitude

2438m/8000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Trek via Dongla viewpoint offering spectacular Himalayan panoramas before descending into forested valleys.

Max Altitude

2438m/8000ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Long descent through chir pine and subtropical forests into warmer eastern Bhutan.

Max Altitude

1830m/6004ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Drive to Trashigang, eastern Bhutan’s largest town and cultural hub.

Max Altitude

1150m/3773ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Scenic drive through deep valleys and forests into Bhutan’s southern border town.

Max Altitude

300m/984ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Cross into India and drive to Guwahati for onward flight or overnight stay.

Max Altitude

55m/180ft

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Packing Lists

Cloathing

Moisture-wicking trekking shirts
Thermal base layers
Fleece jacket
Down jacket
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof trekking pants
Trekking pants
Hiking shorts
Warm hat
Sun hat
Gloves
Wool socks
Lightweight camp shoes

Gears

40–60L trekking backpack
Duffel bag
Sleeping bag (-10°C to -15°C)
Trekking poles
Headlamp with spare batteries
Water bottles or hydration system
Sunglasses (UV protection)
Waterproof backpack cover
Dry bags
Camera

Personal Items

Passport and permits
Personal medications
Sunscreen SPF 50+
Lip balm
Wet wipes
Toothbrush and toiletries
Quick-dry towel
Hand sanitizer
Insect repellent
Power bank

Other Items You Can Bring

Energy bars and snacks
Notebook and pen
Travel insurance documents
Small first aid kit
Binoculars
Lightweight rain cover
Spare memory cards and batteries

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