Trek  to the Highlands of Merak & Sakteng

Trek to the Highlands of Merak & Sakteng

Merak and Sakteng in Eastern Bhutan are the Twin Jewels of the East. It was long closed to outsiders. The beautiful far flung regions of Merak and Sakten present Bhutan travelers with the unique opportunity to see two of the least known valleys in the kingdom. 

Till Merak there is a dirt road but to reach Sakten , you need to trek for two days from Merak and require a certain level of physical fitness.

If you are not a trekking person then you can choose to visit only Merak village to get the glimpse of the Nomadic lifestyle.

There are many activities that you can engage in while you are visiting these villages.You can trek to the sacred mountain of Jomo Kuengkhar in Merak , witness the yak dances unique to the region or catch a performance of the famous nomadic opera, Ache-Lhamo. 

You can also experience the simple generosity of the Brokpa people, learn how their traditional garb is still fashioned from yak skin and listen to timeless tales of the yeti which form an inseparable part of Brokpa lore. 

Journey into the hidden valleys of Merak and Sakteng and discover the exquisite eastern wilderness of Bhutan.

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Duration : 11 Nights/ 12 Days
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Destination Covered : Paro- Tashigang – Radhi – Merak – Miksa Teng - Sakteng - Jyonkhar - Phongmay..

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Tour Highlights

  • Trek in the far eastern and secluded regions the kingdom

  • Discover the scenic pastoral valleys of Merak and Sakteng.

  • Experience the unique semi-nomadic traditions and customs.

  • Visit the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery

  • Embark on the thrills of Himalayan trek routes

  • Traverse the trails of wild blossoms

  • Earn a reward of breathtaking landscapes

  • Enjoy the Architectural grandeur of Paro Dzong And Ta Dzong/National Museum

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