Samtengang Trek-
The Samtengang Trek of Bhutan is a four day short trek, which is a pleasant journey from Punakha to Wangduephodrang Dzongkhag. This trek is a fairly easy trek as the altitude only varies between 1100-1900m and the climate is warm throughout the trek.
The path of the Samtengang Trek takes you through forests of rhododendron and oak, through the villages of Sha and Chungsakha and through the longest foot bridge in Bhutan. While this Bhutan trek is open throughout the winter the best times to visit are between March-April and September and October. The trail is around 54km in length.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Punakha – Limukha
- Distance 12 km
- Time 4 hours
- Ascent Ascent 880m
- Camp Altitude 1,980m
Once you pass the majestic Punakha Dzong you cross a bridge over the Pho Chhu and where you can walk up to Shengana. This bridge is the longest bridge in Bhutan. You then hike gradually through the forest until you reach Limukha. Please make sure you are carrying sufficient water as you won’t get any on the way to Limukha.
Day 2: Limukha – Chhungsakha
- Distance 14 km
- Time 5 hours
- Ascent Descent 430m
- Camp Altitude 1,550m
The path leads through rhododendron and oak forests to Chhungsakha. Chungsakha is a small village of roughly 10 houses. You’ll find a holy stone and a remarkable Cyprus tree here that are reminders of Drukpa Kuenley (divine madman).
Day 3: Chhungsakha – Samtengang
- Distance 13 km
- Time 5 hours
- Ascent Ascent 650 m, descent 270m
- Camp Altitude 1,830m
You would need to walk downhill until you cross Pe Chhu before climbing again through the village of Sha on your trail to Samtengang. Close to the school in Samtengang you will see a small lake and your campsite is right next to it.
Day 4: Samtengang – Chhuzomsa
- Distance 15 km
- Time 5-6 hours
- Ascent Descent 730m
The Samtengang trail of Bhutan leads steeply downhill on a treeless slope to the road head at Chhuzomsa.
Max Elevation 1900 m
Min Elevation 1100 m
Difficult Easy
Season March, April, September, October
No. of Days 4 Days
