Gangtey Day Hike

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Gangtey day hike

Gangtey in the remote Phobjikha valley is an excellent place for day hikes.

For a full day hike around Phobjikha valley you can start your walk just below hotel Dewachen or drive for a few minutes to Khewang temple. If the caretaker is there you can visit the temple, otherwise continue walking along the farm road towards Gophu and Dogsena villages.  Continue your walk up to the top of the village called Pangsa village where you turn left and cross the river, descending to Jangchub Gompa while keeping the river on your left side until you reach near the small stupa.  From the stupa you will turn right and walk uphill towards Gangtey Gompa, through forests of blue pine trees covered with lichen (known as old man’s beard) via Semchubara village. Once near to Gangtey Gompa your car will collect you and take you to the hotel.  Please note you can call your car at any time if you have had enough walking.  Total distance 7 to 8 km (5 to 6 hours)