Bhutan Treks & Tours

Discover the land of 'Gross National Happiness', where TV was only introduced in 1999

Watch Bhutanese history and mythology come alive at one of the many Tsechu festivals

Observe the majestic peaks of the eastern Himalaya through the colourful rhododendron blooms

Visit the country’s plethora of dzongs, monasteries and chapels

Take in the dancing, cheering and drama of a Bhutanese archery tournament

Shop for beautiful textiles, arts and handicrafts

Enjoy traditional cuisine at one of the many local restaurants

See Taktsang Monastery, built on the side of a cliff by Guru Rimpoche

Come face to face with a Takin, Bhutan's national animal

The best time to travel to Bhutan for hiking, trekking and adventure touring is generally Mar–May and Sep–Nov, when temperatures are comfortable and conditions are favourable for exploring landscapes, national parks and cultural highlights.

Bhutan has a mountain-influenced climate where temperatures vary with altitude, typically ranging between 5°C and 25°C (41°F–77°F). Valleys can feel mild while alpine areas remain cooler.

Travelling outside the main season can still be rewarding, with quieter trails, seasonal landscapes and unique experiences depending on rainfall, wildlife activity or snow conditions.

Bhutan is UTC/GMT +6 hours

Dzongkha (official); Sharchhopka; Lhotshamkha; Nepali and English widely spoken in more populated areas; 1% of population make up a variety of different ethnic groups each with own languages.

Ngultrum (Divided into chetrums)

US dollars cash is the main currency of exchange for tourists in Bhutan, with the AUD & EUR also widely accepted in major cities and at the airport. Exchange rates for 50 and 100 notes is better than for smaller denominations. Internationally recognised credit cards can be used for bigger purchases when shopping.

ATM's are readily available in the larger cities and towns, where you can wiithdraw local currency.

Ngulstrum cannot be changed back when you depart nor used outside of Bhutan, so keep this in mind in your calculations.

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Electricity in Bhutan is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The pin type varies but is most commonly types C, D and G. We recommend taking a universal adapter.

Electricity is widely available throughout Bhutan though generally speaking the further you venture from the trailhead the less reliable it becomes. More populous areas are serviced by the grid or small scale hydro-electric projects. In more remote areas solar energy is harnessed for electricity production and as such can be unreliable and in short supply.

When camping there is often no facility for charging of electronic devices we recommend you consider purchasing portable power banks or solar chargers for phone charging and at least one spare camera battery.

The cost of your Bhutanese visa is included in your trip cost and we will arrange this for you prior to your arrival. The visa process for Bhutan requires a scanned colour copy of your passport to be sent to us. In addition, a recent digital passport photo (ideally in JPEG format) is required, this cannot be older than six months, must be in colour, portrait style with eyes open and forehead & ears clearly visible, with a white background and without a border. Passport photographs taken from passports will not be accepted. Note a different image is required, it cannot be the same as the one in your passport. Please provide your passport copy and digital passport photograph on booking so your visa can be arranged, the sooner the better given the time required for visa approvals. All documents are uploaded to the Bhutanese governments online visa platform by our team in Bhutan and the visa will not be issued until all are provided. Following the processing of your visa we will provide you with a clearance letter/e visa to enable you to board the plane from your respective airport; you will then receive a stamped visa upon arrival at Paro airport. You must carry the visa approval letter with you as you will be required to show this when checking in for your flight into Paro.

NOTE:- Please be aware that it is very usual that we do not receive visa clearance numbers from the Bhutanese government until the week of travel, sometimes 1 or 2 days before departure date. If you have already left on your travels prior to receiving the visa clearance number, then the visa will be emailed to you shortly before departure date. Please ensure that we have your correct and up-to-date email and contact details.

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.