Merak Sakteng Trek
Tour Overview of Merak Sakteng Trek
Total Days- 06 Days/05 Nights
Trip Dates- Throughout the year
Outlined Itinerary
Day 1: Chaling - Damnongchu
Day 2: Damnongchu - Merak
Day 3: Merak - Miksa Teng
Day 4: Miksa Teng - Sakteng
Day 5: Sakteng Day Halt
Day 6: Sakteng - JyonkharTeng
Day 7: Jyonkhar Teng - Phongmay
Detailed Itinerary of Merak Sakteng Trek
Day 1: Chaling - Damnongchu
The trek to Merak will start from Chaling reached by following an unsealed road from Rangjung. Damnongchu camping area is located after Mindrula which lies at about 3,316m / 10,880ft.
Day 2: Damnongchu - Merak
The trail from Damnongchu to Merak goes along the river bank with gradual ups and downs. Over night at Damnongchu Camp.
Day 3: Merak - Miksa Teng
The trek from Merak to Miksa Teng is long and of medium difficulty. It will pass through the beautiful Nagchungla pass (approx 4,100m / 13,451ft). The campsite is located in a clearing surrounded by rhododendron trees.
Day 4: Miksa Teng - Sakteng
Trek to Sakteng from Miksa Teng is easy making your way through beautiful woods with a short climb before reaching Sakteng. Overnight at Camp.
Day 5: Sakteng Day Halt
Time to explore this remote Himalayan village.
Day 6: Sakteng - JyonkharTeng
Sakteng to Jyonkhar Teng trek is an easy trek comparing to previous days. It is mostly downhill to Jyonkhar Teng camp.
Day 7: Jyonkhar Teng - Phongmay
The final day. This day is full with ups and down until you reach the road the head at Phongmay. Drive to Tashigang.
Inclusions/Exclusions
- Private guided tour
- Visas for Bhutan
- All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- A qualified & licensed English-speaking guide
- An experienced driver
- All internal Taxes and charges (including the royalty).
- A minimum of 3 star accommodation (4 & 5 star may require an additional premium).
- All internal transport (excluding internal flights)
- Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
What's Included
- Flight on other airline to catch Drukair Flight
- Hotel stay outside of Bhutan
- Travel Insurance (can be arranged with us)
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Alcoholic drink
- Expenditure of personal nature
What's Excluded
Package Name: Merak Sakteng Trek
Inclusions/Exclusions
- Private guided tour
- Visas for Bhutan
- All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- A qualified & licensed English-speaking guide
- An experienced driver
- All internal Taxes and charges (including the royalty).
- A minimum of 3 star accommodation (4 & 5 star may require an additional premium).
- All internal transport (excluding internal flights)
- Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
What's Included
- Flight on other airline to catch Drukair Flight
- Hotel stay outside of Bhutan
- Travel Insurance (can be arranged with us)
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Alcoholic drink
- Expenditure of personal nature