With such rich culture and history, a small town of Bhutan nestled in the Himalayan belly, calls out to all the avid nature lovers for the best trekking tours in Paro. Being the only carbon negative country in the world it is no wonder that people want to travel here to savor every bit of the goodness that nature has to offer. Where else in the world can you breathe in this kind of fresh air given the rising pollution and dirt in our ecosystem? It is no wonder then that all trekking enthusiasts hop on over to this small place and start their trekking trysts with the range of options available to them.
There is an all women excursion trip to the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon, where most of the activities are explored while hiking. The beauty of this place is not lost on the travelers and it enthralls everyone with how intricate the trails are to reach any destination, making for a picturesque hike. You can have a trekking tour to Samtengang, for example, via Thimphu and explore the place on foot and meet some locals and try their local cuisines. There is no dearth of restaurants and shops with amazing local mouth-watering dishes and historical and archaeological artefacts to shop for yourself and your loved ones.
Trekking tours in Paro through the narrow mountain passages overlooking the valleys and the beautiful sprawled greens makes the sight breathtaking. You can also have expeditions which takes you to explore the Himalayan Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan and its many monasteries steeped in strength, vitality and deep-rooted culture. The Bumdra trek for its camping and wilderness, Jomolhari trek in the Eastern Himalayan range, are a few of the many treks in this beautiful country. These treks give you a high and make you want to press the repeat button back to this location.
Paro Top Attractions
Places To Visit In Paro
The Kichu Lhakhang temple is one of the most iconic Himalayan Buddhist temple in Bhutan and attracts a huge tourist footfall owing to how old and beautiful it is. The temple was built in the 659 AD but its grandeur is still very visible. Highlights: Since Bhutan is famous for its temple, you can't miss out on the Kichu Lhakhang which is just a short drive from the city of Paro. There are various additional buildings and a highly noticeable golden roof all of which was made in the year 1839 by the Governor of city Paro. There are prayer wheels around the temple and you can try spinning around the temple to worship the idol. Location: Lango Gewog, Paro, Bhutan. Timings: No official timings given by the temple but ideal to visit during early morning or evening. Pricing: Visiting the temple is completely free of cost for everyone.
The Samtengang Winter Trek is one of the most exciting Paro tourist attractions and a unique way to explore the Paro valley. You can embark on this 4-day trek that takes you through the villages of Chungsakha and Sha, as well as through forests and valleys where you can see the Paroo river and rhododendron and oak trees lining the roads and hills. The trek starts from Punakha and ends in Wangduephodrang Dzongkhag. It is a relatively easy trek consisting of a 54km trail that takes you through easily navigable terrains. Location: PunakhaPrice: INR 16,500
Paro is the first must see location in Bhutan. It is a beautiful and magnificent valley that is enveloped by lush green rice fields. Highlights: Paro is a historic town of Bhutan. It has several historic buildings and sacred sites that are scattered all across the area. Along with the Punakha and Jakar, Paro forms a ‘golden triangle’ of the prominent destinations of Bhutan. Undisturbed scenic beauty, craggy mountain hills, peaceful atmosphere and clean air definitely make it a must visit place in Bhutan. One thing that attracts several visitors to Paro is the Rinpung Dzong which is one of the most striking examples of a typical monastery of Bhutan. Dzong is known to host the festival of masks which is locally known as the Paro Tsechu. Making a visit during this time can be fruitful. Apart from this, the National Museum of Paro is another must see attraction which attracts several visitors. Location: Paro is a small town situated in the Paro District in the Paro Valley of Bhutan. Timings: Open 24 hours. Pricing: Entry is free.
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