How is dagala thousand lakes trek weather?

The climatic conditions on Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek vary greatly according to the season and altitude. The temperature starts to drop with altitude gain. The average temperature on the trek generally range between 21 degree Celsius and below freezing temperatures. While days are moderately cold, the temperature starts to drop gradually at night, reaching sub zero levels.

I am a first timer. Can I go for trek dagala thousand lakes?

Although the trek gets challenging in some parts, it is a moderately difficult trek that can be undertaken by even those with no prior experience in trekking. However, good fitness is a must on this trek as a lot of walking is involved in high altitude mountains.

What is the level of fitness expected from the participants?

Even though no prior experience in trekking is a must for indulging in the Trek to Dagala Thousand Lakes, one must possess a high degree of fitness for this adventure since this is a high altitude trek, and may not be suitable for those with poor fitness level.

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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek Bhutan

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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek Overview

About Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek:

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is one of the most treasured treks in Bhutan offering a participant an opportunity to visit the country’s hidden high altitude treks

Away from crowds, this trek takes you to the farthest and untouched parts of Bhutan

On this trek, you get to pass through pri stine valleys, walk along river streams, camp by shimmering lakes, explore age-old monasteries, and enjoy views of the most prominent Himalayan mountains including Mt Everest

Throughout the trek you will be greeted with captivating views of Mt Everest, Mt Kanchenjunga, Tshering Gang, Jichu Drake, Jomolhari, Gangche Ta, etc.

The difficulty level of the trek ranges from moderate to tough and can be taken by inexperienced trekkers but is only suitable for someone with good fitness abilities

Gynekha Village is the starting point of the trail for Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek Bhutan

The ending point of the trek is Chamgang village and the total distance of the trail is nearly 35 km

The highest point on the trek is Dala Tsho located at an altitude of 4520 metres

About the Dagala Thousand Lakes:

Trek to Dagala Thousand Lakes is counted among the most cherished trails in Bhutan offering an uninterrupted escape into the magical realm of the Himalayas. Indulging in this moderate level trek is a great way to challenge yourself to up your trekking game in the pursuit of getting rewarded with something extraordinary.

Quite naturally, you do not get to witness a thousand lakes on this trek, but the expedition does give you a chance to explore some of the most beautiful alpine lakes in the country with crystal clear waters.

The natural wonders en route in the form of gurgling water streams, high altitude lakes, alpine vegetation, velvety meadows, and the mighty Himalayas come together to make Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek Bhutan is an adventure for lifetime.

Not only the trek features some of the most beautiful Himalayan camp sites and showers participants with endless photograph opportunities, but it also lets you find solace and discover your soul in the tranquillity of unblemished nature.

Day 01: Bagdogra – Phuentsholing (160 kms) ()

Day Highlights: Drive 3 hrs, Arrival at Bagdogra, Drive to Phuentsholing

Day Details: Today, you will make the beginning of a splendid trip by arriving the Bagdogra Airport. After being greeted by a local guide, you will be driven down to Phuentsholing, the second largest town in Bhutan. With a distance of about 160km to cover, the drive will last about 3 hours. Check into your hotel and freshen up. The rest of the evening is for you to relax and unwind.

Day 02: Phuentsholing – Thimphu (155 kms)

Day Highlights: 4.5 hrs drive , Thimphu, Leisure Day

Day Details: Today, you will travel to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. A distance of 155kms that will take about 4.5 hours to cover. On arrival, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day is for you to spend at your leisure. Head out into the city to get a feel of the local taste, culture and lifestyle. Overnight at a comfortable hotel.

Day 03: Thimphu – Genekha (2950m) (Trek/5 hrs)

Day Highlights: Rough Trails, Suspension Bridge, Camping.

Day Details: The first day of your trek begins with a 14km long walk through rough trails that will bring you to Genekha Primary School. After a brief halt for lunch here, resume your trek for another two hours, following which you will reach the Suspension Bridge. Famous as the spot for a gathering of the Matshutake mushrooms, this site will be where we are going to camp tonight. The rest of the evening is you to explore the neighbouring regions at leisure.

Day 04: Genekha – Gur (3350m)

Day Highlights: 6 hrs Trek Cross Suspension bridge, Steep Trails, Valley Views.

Day Details: Begin the day by crossing the Suspension Bridge! Once done, the trail gets steep and requires considerable amount of effort. Enjoy the views around as you make your way up rough terrains and trails. Relish the packed lunch on the way and set forth on your trek again. You will be passing through a dense forest to reach to the campsite for the day, which is located in a small clearing .

Day 05: Trekking from Gur – Labatama (4300m)

Day Highlights: 6 hrs Trek, Steep trails, Dagala Range, Yak country, Yum Tsho.

Day Details: Today is going to be a challenging trek marked by long and steep trails. As you arrive at the pass, witness the stunning beauty of the entire Dagala Range. Going ahead you will enter the Yak country, through which the rest of the day’s trek will pass and will be marked by several meadows and Yak herding camps. We will set up camps by the Yum Tsho, a pretty lake at an altitude of 4300m.

Day 06: Explore Labatama

Day Highlights: Trek to Amu Jomo(optiona), Lake Views, Fishing.

Day Details: Today is a day of relaxation and exploration. Venture out and take notice of the neighbouring regions and lakes. Those that are up to it can head for a climb to the Amu Jomo, the largest mount in the area. An unmatched and unparalleled view awaits you if you choose to take up this trail. Alternatively, you could visit some of the lakes that form the landscape around and maybe even indulge in fishing! Overnight at camps by the Yum Tsho River.

Day 07: Labatama – Jaduna (4100m) (Trek/6-7 hrs)

Day Highlights: Jomigue La Pass, alpine meadows, Jaduna, Camping.

Day Details: Different landscapes and vegetation greet you across different trails as you set out for Jaduna. Today’s trek will last 14kms and will be covered in an approximate time of 6-7 hrs. The first phase of the trek will take you to the Jomigue La Pass that is at an altitude of 4460m! This pass will allow you to take a look at some of the mountains of Northern Bhutan as well, a sight that is to behold and savour. The rest of the trail will take you through glorious alpine plantations. Overnight camping at Jaduna.

Day 08: Trek from Jaduna – Japhuna (3800m) ()

Day Highlights: 6 hrs Trek ,Lakes, Rhododendron Forests, Camping.

Day Details: From Jaduna, you will begin a descent with heading to Japhuna that is at an altitude of 3800m. Mostly downward, the trails very occasionally call for an easy ascent. Lakes and rhododendron forests fill up your trail route to the experience all the more enticing and beautiful. You will camp tonight at Japhuna, right in the midst of a shunted forest.

Day 09: Trekking from Japhuna – Talekha (2925m)

Day Highlights: 5-6 hrs Trek, Conifer Forests, Talekha Monastery, Camping.

Day Details: A 14km trek today is marked by steep descent – one that may be hard on your knees. Take care and be careful as you trek down charming coniferous forests and lush green sceneries. Your destination today will be Talekha at an altitude of 2925m, where you will set up camps beside the Talekha Monastery. Spend the evening at leisure.

Day 10: Trekking from Talekha and drive from Talekha to Thimphu

Day Highlights: 3 hour trek, Drive to Thimphu

Day Details: Today is the shortest trek and the last day of your trek for this journey. Leave from Talekha on a 3 hour downward trek to a specified point. A vehicle will transfer you to Thimphu, where you have the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel at Thimphu.

Day 11: Thimphu – Bagdogra (310 kms) (Drive/7 hrs)

Day Highlights: Bagdogra

Day Details: Pre-arranged vehicles will drive you to Bagdogra that is at a distance of 310kms and will be covered over approximately 7 hours. Rest of the evening is at leisure for you to enjoy. Overnight at a local hotel.

Day 12: Depart from Bagdogra.

Day Highlights: Your journey ends today.

Day Details: Depart from Bagdogra on your onward journey after a trip to the most remote and beautiful places in the world.

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08 Jul, 2019

Excellent

Trisha Mukhopadhyay

This was a 6 day trek. It was so amazing to see the beautiful snow capped mountains with the lake. It was an unforgettable experience.

18 Nov, 2015

Excellent

Kali Ahluwalia

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek was a great experience. It passes by picturesque lakes, Alpine meadows and villages set to a backdrop of magnificent mountainous landscapes. The experience was amazing and brilliant. We had a really great trek. It was sheer brilliance.

09 Feb, 2016

Good

Sumitra Dwivedi

13 days of fun: This is the first time I am taking a long trek. I had a lot of fun. It was well organized and absolute fun. The trekking was very beautiful and brilliant. I had such a lovely and nice trek. It was very well organized too. Dagala trek is the only trek in Bhutan which offers the view of all the high mountain peaks of Bhutan including all the famous ones. This can be done as a 6 days one or 13 days one too. It depends on budget and vacation available for us. The flight tickets can be costly it is better if tickets are booked in prior.

10 Oct, 2015

Excellent

Satyen Asan

Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is something that every trekker must take in his life. It is so poignant and brilliant. I totally loved this. WOW can be an understatement. The crystal clear, poignant lakes just give me goosebumps. The pristine lakes are so beautiful that you will forget yourself here. The trek is difficult, but nevertheless it is an amazing and a beautiful experience to say the least. I totally loved this trek and I just still can’t get enough of this trek. The experience would not have been this nice if the planning was bad. Special cheers to the team for handling the organization and planning of this tour in such a beautiful manner. If you are planning to have heartfelt trek, then look no further than here.

17 Feb, 2016

Good

Kamlesh Nambeesan

I so recommend this trek to all. It was a really nice and an interesting trekking experience. This is also one of the best treks to take if you are a person who loves to hang out with friends on a trek.

16 Aug, 2015

Excellent

Dhanpati Khatri

The trekking experience was great. I had a really nice trek here. It was an inexpensive and a really nice trek. I had a great time.

15 Jan, 2016

Good

Kartik Khanna

The trekking here in the Dagala Thousand Lakes trek was great. Pros: The trek was neatly planned and elegantly organized and executed. The trekking experience was quite fun and interesting. The co-trekkers were all friendly and they were sharing a lot of experiences. As the group was a blend of professional trekkers as well as beginner level ones, there was a lot to share. Cons: The climate was so chilling.

15 Nov, 2015

Good

Akshainie Kaniyar

The trekking was great. I had an awesome experience with the trek. It was a worthy and a nice trek. Trekking can be very tedious but the beauty of the trek lies in its beauty. The trek is so beautiful that we would not feel tired or restless at all.

15 Oct, 2015

Good

Nikita Gupta

I always wanted to take lake treks, but I never got a chance as such. When my friend invited me to this trek, I was more than happy. It was an awesome and a great experience. It was a little expensive, but this was totally worth the money spent. I had a really great and an interesting trek.

15 Jun, 2015

Good

Mayoor Pothuvaal

This trekking is a one of its kinds of trek in the world. This trek is so famous that there are a lot of trekkers going for this one. The trekking is good and moderately phased in the level of challenge. I loved this trekking experience totally to say the least.

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Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek FAQs

How is dagala thousand lakes trek weather?
The climatic conditions on Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek vary greatly according to the season and altitude. The temperature starts to drop with altitude gain.

The average temperature on the trek generally range between 21 degree Celsius and below freezing temperatures. While days are moderately cold, the temperature starts to drop gradually at night, reaching sub zero levels.
I am a first timer. Can I go for trek dagala thousand lakes?
Although the trek gets challenging in some parts, it is a moderately difficult trek that can be undertaken by even those with no prior experience in trekking.

However, good fitness is a must on this trek as a lot of walking is involved in high altitude mountains.
What is the level of fitness expected from the participants?
Even though no prior experience in trekking is a must for indulging in the Trek to Dagala Thousand Lakes, one must possess a high degree of fitness for this adventure since this is a high altitude trek, and may not be suitable for those with poor fitness level.

What are the clothing and equipments which I should carry at my end?

You may need the following clothing and equipments to Trek to Dagala Thousand Lakes:
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Comfortable hiking shoes
Comfortable footwear for camp site
Waterproof jacket and trousers/pants
Thermal underwear
Cap/Hat
Sunglasses
Gloves
Woolen cap
Hiking poles
Head lamp and extra batteries
Large backpack with rain cover
Water bottles with capacity of at least 3 litres
Personal medical kit

Which type of shoes should I carry?

You must carry comfortable waterproof hiking shoes with good grip for a comfortable hiking experience on Dagala Trek. Avoid wearing sneakers or running shoes on the trek.

Can we have alcohol if it's really cold during the trek?

No, consumption of alcohol is not allowed during the trek for your own safety.

Is dagala thousand lakes trek safe to do?

Yes, it is safe to take Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek provided you ensure your safety by cooperating with the guide.

However, the trek requires good level of fitness, so if you are not fit or you have cardiac, respiratory, or circulatory issues, this trek is not suitable for you.

How should I prepare myself for dagala thousand lakes trek?

Although there is no set program to prepare yourself for the trek, you may follow any fitness regime suitable to prepare for a high altitude treks.

Below are some of the activities that may prepare you for the trek by building your muscle strength and improving your stamina:
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Indulge in swimming or cycling to improve your cardiovascular endurance
Run and jog to strengthen your legs and build up stamina
Climb stairs to improve the functioning of your legs and lungs
Climb stairs and run with backpack on to train yourself for hiking with weight
Bodyweight squats are also effective in preparing your body for the trek

Will there be snow on this trek?

Whether or not there will be snow on Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is purely dependent on the season during which you are doing this trek.

If you are indulging in this trek during spring season immediately after the conclusion of winter season, you may find snow in the higher altitudes. However, the chances to witness snow on the trail are pretty low during autumn season unless there is fresh spell of snowfall in November month.

How many kilometers will we cover in each day?

The distance you are required to cover each day is different on different days.

Day 1 – 7 km

Day 2 – 12 km

Day 3 – Minimal

Day 4 – Minimal

Day 5 – 8 km

Day 6 – 6 km

What will we see during this trek?

The trek to Dagala Thousand Lakes passes through river streams, broad valleys, meadows teeming with Blue Poppy, and numerous monasteries along with the spectacular views of some of the most prominent Himalayan peaks like Kanchenjunga, Mount Everest, and many Bhutanese Himalayan peaks .

Most importantly, you get to witness some breathtakingly beautiful lakes like Reli Tsho, Hen Tsho or Jama Tsho, Uthso, Dala Tsho.

Is Diamox is advisable?

Yes, it is advisable to carry Diamox with you to fight altitude mountain sickness that may occur due to high altitude trekking involved on this trek.

What is the difficulty level of dagala thousand lakes trek?

The difficulty level of Daga Thousand Lakes Trek ranges from moderate to difficult. However, the trek is even suitable for beginner level trekkers with good physical and mental fitness.

What is the best time to go on dagala thousand lakes trek?

Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) seasons are considered the best times for Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek. During these months, the sky is mostly clear, offering unhindered views of the distant peaks and valleys.

Most importantly, if you go on this trek during these times of the year, you get to witness the pristine beauty of the lakes as the water is crystal clear.

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