Trip highlight
Merak Sakten Trek was only opened in 2012 after three decades of the inception of tourism in Bhutan. So far very few Guests have visited this remote region in Eastern Bhutan. The people of the twin village are semi-nomadic yak herders with a unique and fascinating culture in the world. They speak a different dialect, have their own deities, and wear a unique style of dress. The most peculiar is the headgear made of yak-hair with five tentacles designed to draw away the rain.
This trek will take you to explore the unparalleled and unspoiled village of Merak and Sakten lying above 3000m from sea level. It also passes through Sakten Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to endangered snow leopard and red panda, Himalayan bear, Himalayan red fox, and as the locals believe – the legendary yeti. Come explore Bhutan’s undisclosed treasure.