Stage 3 of the Druk Path Trek covers 9.3 km from Jangchulakha to Jimilang Tsho, with 660 m of ascent and 559 m of descent. The highest point is 4,188 m. Allow about 4.5 hours of walking, plus breaks.
Distance, climb and elevation come from the Outest route data. Difficulty and time are estimates from distance and climb; your pace will vary with heat, pack weight and photo stops.
Where to stay
Jimilang Tsho
Jimilang Tsho campsite
Camping
Seasonal — call ahead
Not confirmed by an official listing — check with your operator
Designated trek campsite on the shore of Jimilang Tsho (about 3,870 m), a lake known for its large trout. Operator tents only, no buildings or shop.
Checked online in October 2026. Places marked "not confirmed" are campsites named in tour operator itineraries and on OpenStreetMap; the Department of Tourism does not publish their positions online. On the trek you sleep in tents at designated campsites; there are no lodges, huts or shops. Your licensed tour operator brings the tents, cook and food, and the Sustainable Development Fee is due for every night.
Help and services on this stage
Emergency: call 112 (ambulance), 113 (police). Your guide carries the group radio or phone. Emergency & health guide
The full stage works offline in Outest, with the route, elevation, water and village points, and a trail guide you can ask about conditions and the next place to sleep.