LEAVING A LIGHTER FOOTPRINT
Surrounded by natural beauty and biodiversity, Haa is an undiscovered eco-tourism hotspot in Bhutan. The scenic valley is more than just cultural tours, local homestays and a trekking destination. There is wide range of adventures that await you, and a must visit on your itinerary is the Katsho Eco Camp. Our local insider Neema Tamang takes you off the beaten track to discover this hidden and relaxing getaway
Beyond the bustle of Haa Valley lie quiet villages and even quieter campsites that receive few visitors. Katsho eco-camp is one of them.
Situated at an altitude of 2,900 meters, amidst what used to be pastureland for yaks and cattle, the camp offers quite the immersive experience that is unique indeed.
Opened for locals and visitors alike in April this year, the eco-camp is situated bang on the Trans-Bhutan Trail and the Haa Panorama Trail, making it the perfect spot to take in the stunning sights of the country. Apart from seven exquisite camps, the facility boasts of picnic spots and hot stone baths.
According to a team member, the eco-camp was set up to provide hikers meals, rests and the much-needed shelter from the elements. Visitors can simply stop by for a meal, a picnic, a hot stone bath, or stay overnight.
To help the locals, the camp sources its vegetables and dairy products directly from them. In a world where we are more conscious than ever of our environmental impact, a campsite experience that includes eco-friendly accommodation with sustainability at its core is a worthy choice. Katsho eco-camp is an ideal destination for those in search of an adventure that immerses you in nature while keeping your travel footprint as light as possible.
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THE PANORAMA TRAIL
A team of 21 people working in the tourism sector comprising guides, cooks, and horsemen, revived an ancient route in Haa and developed it into a new trekking trail.
Calling it the Panorama Trail, the one-day trek overlooks the four monasteries of Yangthang, Katsho, Dranadingkha and Takchu goenpas in the upper Haa valley.
The trek could either start from Yangthang goenpa or Wangtsa village through thick pine covering and provides a bird’s eye view of Haa valley. It gently ascends to 3,150 metres above sea level and passes through Juney Drak, Katsho and Yanthang goenpas.
Our guides say the trail is ideal for biking and cycling as well