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Horse riders at a festival in Gasa

Northern Bhutan

Gasa

Gasa is Bhutan’s high-mountain wilderness district, famous for hot springs, trekking and remote Himalayan communities.

Tourism character

Wilderness, trekking and highland culture

Places to visit

6 highlights

Himalayan mountains in Gasa

Story of Gasa

History and culture

Gasa is culturally associated with highland communities, particularly the Layap people. The region’s traditional lifestyle has developed around yak herding, trade and high-altitude agriculture.

Places to visit

Major attractions in Gasa

  1. Gasa Dzong
  2. Gasa Hot Springs
  3. Laya
  4. Jigme Dorji National Park
  5. Himalayan mountains
  6. Remote villages

Things to do

Experiences in Gasa


  • Trekking
  • Camping
  • Hot-spring bathing
  • Wildlife observation
  • Birdwatching
  • Highland village visits
  • Photography
  • Nature tourism

Every journey with CAT Bhutan is private and tailored, so these experiences can be combined with your interests, pace and travel dates.

Festival experiences

Festivals in Gasa

Festival dates change from year to year. Please confirm the current dates with our team before planning your journey.

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