There is an enduring legend that the area around Dagala Range once had one thousand lakes. Yak herders and nomads believe that there are at least 108 lakes in the region-a sacred number in Buddhism. There is an old proverb popular among the people of this area: “a shepherd might die of old age here but still won’t know the entire area.” Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is designed to give you a glimpse of this mystical region. The trek derives its name from Dagala, the presiding deity of the area. Once part of a thriving trade route, this region barely gets any visitors today and, as a result, retains its rustic charm and pristine beauty. This trek not only takes you to some of the most beautiful lakes but also offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and surrounding valleys. Some remnants of the ancient era are still visible here. Throughout the trek you will hike through lush valleys, dense forests and meadows dotted with yaks and goats. Along the way, you will come across nomads and shepherds who still follow their traditional way of life. This trek is ideal for those who wish to have moments of peace and tranquillity away from other bustling tourist sites.

• Trek through the one of the most pristine areas of Bhutan.
• Hike through ancient trade route and learn more about the history of the region.
• Bask in splendid views of higher Himalayan peaks and Dagala Range.
• Explore beautiful, turquoise lakes of the area.
  Visit some of the iconic sites in Thimphu and Punakha.

With exception of tourists from India, Bangladesh and Maldives, all foreign nationals are required to obtain a visa prior to travelling to Bhutan. The current fees for a visa are USD 40. Once you confirm your trip, send us a scan of your passport at least 2 weeks prior to the planned date of arrival. Visa is issued by Tourism Council of Bhutan once full payment of your vacation has been received. We will send you the copy of your visa via email which you will have to produce at the airport along with your valid passport on arrival. Citizens of India, Bangladesh and Maldives can obtain route permit upon arrival at the port of entry; however, they are required to carry their passports or a state issued valid Voter’s Card.

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In order to safeguard the cultural ethos and environment of the country, Royal Government of Bhutan regulates the volume of travellers through the policy of “high value low impact” tourism. This ensures that a limited number of tourists visit the kingdom and receive best service. As a part of the policy, the government has fixed a Daily Minimum Package for all travellers visiting Bhutan. The tariff for this trek is as follows:

USD 250 per person per night. This cost includes:

• Three Star Accommodation
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Transport for Local Transfers
• Camping Equipment and Porter Services for Treks
• Taxes and Charges
• USD 65 as Sustainable Development Fees
• Entry Fees for all Tourist Sites
• USD 40 for visa fees

A surcharge of USD 40 per person per night for tourists travelling alone or in a pair.
Trekking Supplements Charge of USD 40 per person per day for the duration of the trek.

Read more to learn about the tariffs and discounts.

You can enter Bhutan by road or fly here directly from one of these destinations:

• Bagdogra
• Bangkok
• Dhaka
• Gaya
• Guwahati
• Kathmandu
• Kolkata
• Mumbai
• New Delhi
• Singapore

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Financial transactions are carried out in Ngultrum(Nu), the official currency of Bhutan. Certain shops and hotels in main urban centres accept USD or Euro but balance amount (if any) will be returned in local currency.

All establishments accept Indian Currency(Rupee) in the denomination of Rs. 100 and below.

Travellers’ cheques are accepted only at banks. Most establishments accept Credit/Debit Cards.

We strongly advise you to carry some cash and exchange money at only at banks. Our guides will help you throughout the process.