Mount Chomolhari Trek to Tiger's Nest, Bhutan reviews
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The beauty of this trip was in the bonds between people. Karma, our guide, and the rest of the trek team were absolutely fantastic. They were knowledgeable, spiritual, had wonderful senses of humour, and clearly enjoyed each other's company and were passionate about their jobs. The other trekkers that I was lucky enough to share the trip with were equally wonderful company. The way Mountain Kingdoms sets up the trip ensures that you get plenty of time to get to know the other people on trek, but equally you can get your own space in your tent or wandering about in the evening. This trip is particularly adventurous. Passing between valleys puts you into completely different worlds; from sweeping steppes with roaming yaks to luscious, rhododendron-filled bowls. The achievement of reaching Taktsang at the end is so satisfying after a challenging few days crossing the mountains.
My first trek to Chomolhari Base Camp was in 2003. Delighted to be there again in 2025. The support team are all very skilled and knowledgeable. To see the Mountain again close up was a joy. Bhutan is a magical realm with wonderfully kind people. You have to be fit for this Trek but the rewards are well worth the effort. I was very pleased to reach the Bonte La Pass through some fascinating scenery.
Getting off the beaten track and having a proper adventure was priceless, but above all we loved the company and camaraderie. The physical challenge was as awesome as the scenery, but with the help of our incredible local team everything seemed possible. Shame the yetis kept out of sight, maybe next time...
This trek is an extraordinary experience: close-up and personal views of Bhutan's second highest mountain and its dazzling satellite peaks, remote valleys steeped in history, one of Bhutan's holiest lakes literally ringed by mountains where you can actually feel time is standing still, and many a glorious pass to cross, all culminating in the sensational descent to Tiger's Nest.
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