SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 30

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Snowman Trek.

• Snowman Trek in Bhutan is considered to be the crown jewel of Bhutanese trekking.
• Snowman Trek is often considered one of the most challenging, longest and rewarding treks in the world.
• This Trek Stretching over 300 kilometers, this high-altitude trek takes around 20 to 30 days to complete and passes through some of the most remote and pristine areas of northern Bhutan.
• The route passes through 11 high mountain passes, some of which reach altitudes of over 5,000 meters, and offers spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas, including majestic peaks like Jomolhari and Gangkar Puensum.

Other Options:

• The Jomolhari Trek is one of the most popular high-altitude treks in the bhutan, taking trekkers through remote valleys and offering stunning views of Mount Jomolhari, along with encounters with yak herders and traditional villages.
• The Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is a stunning yet relatively less-traveled trekking route in Bhutan, known for its serene alpine scenery and numerous high-altitude lakes. One of the trek’s highest points is Labatama Pass, which stands at an elevation of 4,520 meters. 
• The Laya Gasa Trek is a challenging and memorable trekking route in Bhutan. The Laya Gasa Trek typically takes approximately 14 to 17 days to complete.