The Sagala/Chelela Trek – 7 Nights 8 Days

The Sagala Trek, also known as the ‘Haa Planters’ Trail,’ is a remarkable 3-day hike that connects the Haa and Paro valleys. This scenic route was once used by rice planters traveling between Haa and Paro for agricultural work. Today, it offers trekkers the chance to experience untouched wilderness, explore quiet villages, and enjoy panoramic views of Bhutan’s natural beauty. The trek is an ideal way to experience Bhutan’s flora, fauna, and cultural heritage while enjoying the tranquility of less-visited areas.

Highlights of the Trek:

  • Rich Flora and Fauna: Experience diverse landscapes, from dense forests to alpine meadows.
  • Panoramic Views: Enjoy views of iconic mountains such as Mount Jomolhari, Jitchu Drake, and the sacred hills of Haa.
  • Cultural Encounters: Interact with locals in quiet villages and yak herder camps.
  • Stunning Passes: The trek offers breathtaking vistas from Sagala Pass and Kung Karpo Sky Burial, with views of both valleys and monasteries like Taktsang.

This trek provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the unspoiled beauty of Bhutan’s landscapes while walking in the footsteps of ancient rice planters.

  • Best season to do the trek is from March to May and September to November
  • Altitude: 2670 – 4350 mts.


Day 01: Arrive Paro by Druk Air & sightseeing’s

Arrive at Paro International airport and transfer to your hotel on arrival check into your hotel and later in the day proceed to visit Drukgyel Dzong, along the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songten Gampo.

Evening time at leisure…

Overnight stay at the hotel in Paro. (Altitude 2,280m)..

Day 2: Paro to Haa Valley vai Chelela pass (75Km, approx 4 hrs)

After Breakfast Drive to Haa Valley, the valley of Guardian Spirit. En route, you will be crossing the Chele La Pass, the highest motorable high pass of Bhutan. The pass is situated at 3,988 meters or 13,083 feet between Paro and Haa valleys. On a clear day, you can enjoy the astounding views of snow-capped mountains, including Mount Jumolhari and Jichu Drake. The pass, which is filled with colorful Buddhist Prayer flags, also offers an unparalleled view of the verdant valleys.

Further, you will be driving downhill from the pass and driving through a dense forest filled with fir, pine, and oak trees. In the afternoon, you will be exploring the local villages. Moreover, you will be visiting the local families and interacting with them. A stay at the remote Haa Valley will give insight into the daily lifestyle in rural Bhutan and experience warm local hospitality.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Haa valley. (Altitude 2,670m)

 Day 3: Haa to Sagala

  • Distance: 5 km
  • Hike Duration: 3 hours
  • Ascent: 480 m
  • Camp Altitude: 3,150 m

Your journey begins from Haa Valley (2,670 m) on an unpaved motor road for the first portion of the hike, passing by local villages. After about an hour, take the right trail and gradually ascend towards the yak herder’s camp. As you approach two different trails, take the right one that leads to Sagala Camp (3,150 m), avoiding the trail leading to the summer yak herding camp towards the Chinese border. The evening camp will offer a quiet atmosphere, nestled in nature.

Day 4: Sagala to Nyingungla

  • Distance: 12 km
  • Hike Duration: 5 hours
  • Ascent: 950 m
  • Descent: 250 m
  • Camp Altitude: 3,850 m

Start with a 30-minute climb to Sagala Pass (3,550 m), where, on clear days, you’ll be greeted with stunning views of Mount Jomolhari (7,314 m) and Jitchu Drake (6,989 m). From the pass, continue along a trail lined with rhododendrons and meadows. After various ascents and descents, reach the top of the ridge at 4,100 m, offering sweeping views of Haa Valley. Continue through hemlock and juniper forests, finally arriving at your camp at Nyingungla (3,850 m).

Day 5: Nyingungla to Chele La Pass

  • Distance: 13 km
  • Hike Duration: 6-7 hours
  • Ascent: 500 m
  • Descent: 360 m

Descend for a few minutes before following a ridge that takes you through meadows and yak herder camps. As you climb, you will pass the Kung Karpo Sky Burial site (4,350 m), a sacred place, where the views of Haa Valley are breathtaking. Continue climbing and descending, with panoramic views of both the Paro and Haa valleys, passing through stone cairns. Your final descent takes you to the Chele La Pass (3,990 m), one of Bhutan’s highest motorable passes. From here, a vehicle will transfer you to Paro.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Paro. (Altitude 2,280m)..

Day 06 : Paro to Thimphu (Approx 1.1/2 hrs drive)

After breakfast, drive to Thimphu and the visit Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). Located at a short drive from Thimphu city centre, visitors can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from the Buddha point (Kuensel Phodrang). You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley.

Then, visit King’s Memorial Chorten continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this landmark was the idea of Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (“the father of modern Bhutan”) who has wished to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a monument to peace.

Afterwards visit  to Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese living traditions.

Post lunch, visit the National Library, housing an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts and the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts.

Then, drive to Takin Preserve. The Takin is national animal of Bhutan, and looks like a cross between a cow and goat.

Later in the afternoon visit Trashichhoedzong, “fortress of the glorious religion”. This is  the center of government and religion, site of monarch’s throne room and seat of Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans.

Evening time can be spent strolling through the government-run Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts bazaar, to browse through example of Bhutan’s fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand-woven textiles, thangkha paintings, masks, ceramics, slate and wood carvings, jewelry, interesting items made from local materials.

Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu. (Altitude 2,320m)

Day 07: Thimphu to Paro Hike to Tiger Nest (approx 6 hours hike)

After breakfast take 1.1/2 hrs drive to Paro and then go for a hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s nest) approx 6 hours round trip hike. It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. After Hike drive back to the hotel to refresh and relax.

Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area…

Overnight stay will be at hotel in Paro. (Altitude 2,280m)

Day 08: “Final Adieu” – Farewell & Departure

After the hearty breakfast check out of the hotel and transfer to Paro Airport enjoying the and there your team will bid you the final adieu with an undying hope of your visiting our country again to explore the unvisited parts and regions with many more adventures together. We bid you farewell with picturesque memories of Bhutan.


For your accommodation, we have selected Department of Tourism-approved 3-star hotels, ensuring you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay throughout your trip. These hotels offer great services and amenities to enhance your experience in Bhutan.

If you would like to make any changes to the hotel selections or upgrade your stay to a higher category, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is happy to assist you in customizing your accommodations to better suit your preferences.

We are here to ensure that your tour is tailored to your needs and expectations. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Day 1: Paro – Overnight stay at Riverfront Resort

Day 2: Haa – Overnight stay at Hotel Lhayul

Day 3: Trekking – Overnight stay at Sagala Campsite – Approx. 3150 m 

Day 4: Trekking – Overnight stay at Nyingungla Campsite – Approx. 3850 m 

Day 5: Paro – Overnight stay at Riverfront Resort

Day 6: Thimphu – Overnight stay at Hotel Dharla

Day 7: Paro – Overnight stay at Riverfront Resort


  • All Transportation including airport Transfer
  • All Accommodation – Twin/Dbl sharing Rooms
  • All Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Govt. SDF of US$ 100 PPN
  • One time visa fee of US$ 40
  • Trekking & Park permit wherever required
  • All Sightseeing as per Itinerary
  • Professional English Speaking trekking Guide
  • All Visa Formalities
  • 1 Bottle Each Mineral Water daily
  • 1 Tourist Sim-Card
  • All Internal Taxes
  • No Hidden Cost

Trekking Inclusion

  • Sleeping Tent
  •  Sleeping Mat(Sleeping bag requires
    additional premium)
  •  Mat Rug
  • Solar lamp in each Sleeping tent
  • Pillow, Inner Blanket & Hot water bag
  • Dinning sets
  • Dinning Tent, Chairs & Table
  • Kitchen Sets
  • Kitchen Tent
  • Toilet Tent, Pot & Paper
  • Shower Tent & Bag
  • Package Fruit juice on trail.
  • Drinking water
  • All meals (B,L & D) and Fruits.
  • Tea & Snacks ready throughout the trek.
  • Trekking Chef
  • Trekking assistants
  • Horse
  • Horse Man

Please note that the type of vehicle will be, SUV, Ertiga, Innova, H1 Bus, HiAce Bus, or Coaster Bus—will be arranged based on the number of travelers in group before and after the trek including pick from trekking starting and ending point.


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  1. Peak Season: March, April, May, June, September, October, November & December
  • The cancellation before 30 days will lead to 50% of the total amount cancellation.
  • The cancellation after 30 days will lead to 100% of the Total amount cancellation.
  • Since we are inter-dependent with the Hotels so above cancellation charges might vary with few Hotel’s Cancellation charges.
  1. Lean Season: January, February, June, July, August, and December
  • The Cancellation before 30 days will lead to Zero cancellation of the total amount.
  • The cancellation after 30 days but before 15 days will lead to 25% cancellation of the total amount.
  • The cancellation after 15 days to 7 Days will lead to 50% cancellation of the total amount.
  • The cancellation 7 Days will lead to 100% cancellation of the total amount.
  • Since we are inter-dependent with the Hotels so above cancellation charges might vary with few Hotel’s Cancellation charges.
  1. Refund Policy:
  • In case if eligible for any refund occurring due to cancellation or any other reasons, the same will be processed within 7-14 working/ business days in the mode deemed suitable or appropriate at the discretion of both the parties.
  1. Postponement Policy: –
  • Postponement of the tour will be allowed once and will be Valid for 6 Months.
  • If the trip is postponed and not cancelled, there will not be any refund under any circumstances irrespective of any reason/cause after postponement of the trip.
  • This rescheduling is allowed only once, hence choose your new dates wisely and inform us at least 30 Days in advance from your new dates. Further, reschedules may or may not have some additional charges and that will be communicated in real-time. Execution of the rescheduled trip will depend upon the availability of all the inclusions as per the original itinerary. We advise you to discuss well in advance before making any flight or train booking.
  • The inclusions as per the original itinerary may or may not remain same, all depends upon the availability at the time of rescheduled dates.
  • The total package cost may or may not change at the time of rescheduled dates. The increase or decrease in the prices will depend upon the current prices of all the inclusions at the time of new booking.
  • Any force majeure situation, addition/amendment in the package may or may not attract additional charges, the additional charges shall be borne by the traveler.
  • Payment Schedule will be at AD Tours & Travels discretion and has the right to forfeit the payment for not receiving payment on time.
  • Change of Destination is not allowed under any circumstances. Still the final decision will be taken on the basis of situation.

Booking policy:

  • For booking this package, you need to provide verbal consent on the acceptance of the offered package including all the inclusions and exclusions as mentioned in the quote. Such acceptance will be received on the quote as a whole including each and every minute details as a part of it.
  • On the receipt of the same, the concerned trip advisor in contact with you will raise the invoice specifying the number of installments, installment amount and their due dates as agreed.
  • On the receipt of the 1st installment, the booking will stand confirmed until and unless any changes are made thereafter.
  • The Visa/Permit, hotel and flight bookings will be thereafter initiated and the vouchers for the respective services will be updated for you within 3-4 working/ business days. Though the cab details will be updated 1-2 days prior before the trip.

Payment Policy:

  • The payment will be received as per the agreed number of installments, amount and due dates.
  • On non-receipt of the payment of the 1st installment as scheduled until and unless any prior notice, the booking remains unconfirmed. In such cases, no booking procedures will be initiated at our end.
  • Special Notice has to be put forth in a proper manner in case of any delays in making the payment of any installment so that a next due date can be planned for you.

Package Summary

Cost valid for group of 6 people

Tour Code: ADT25HST

8Days/7 Nights

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