Bhutan Treks
Experience Bhutan’s pristine landscapes of ancient forests, meadows, streams and snow-capped mountains up-close.
A trek in Bhutan is one of the most exhilarating and unforgettable ways to experience the heart and soul of the Dragon Kingdom.
One of the best ways to experience the raw beauty of Bhutan is to incorporate a trek into your itinerary. With much of the kingdom covered in ancient forests and alpine meadows, a trek will not only bring you closer to nature but provide you with the opportunity to meet rural people. Whilst you will need to be physically fit and used to long walks, our trekking itineraries have been designed to travel at a gentle pace. Altitude sickness can be a concern over 3,000m so it is important to acclimatise before your trek and ascend slowly. You will be accompanied by a local trekking guide, cook, camp hand and horsemen who look after the yaks and ponies that transport your luggage and camping gear. The crew take care of all the camp chores and will provide you with simple but wholesome food along the way.
Trekking is best from March to April and from September to November (outside of the monsoonal summer season). These months offer the clearest views of the mountains.
To find out more about our range of recommended Bhutan treks, please download the relevant pages below or click here to download the full Bhutan trekking section of our Bhutan e-brochure.
Highlights
Bhutan Trekking
Trek through forests and high alpine meadows
The mountains and foothills of Bhutan are perfect for trekking, offering unspoiled and uncrowded wilderness with incredible views of the high Himalayan peaks.
Visit rural villages and isolated communities
Trekking creates wonderful opportunities to visit remote Bhutanese villages and witness first hand the traditional culture and customs of the local people.
Enjoy fabulous mountain views
There is little that compares to the splendid view of Himalayan peaks towering above Bhutan’s beautiful valleys and streams.
Visit remote temples and monasteries
While trekking through the mountains, you may visit temples, chortens, dzongs and monasteries where few tourists have ever been.
Sample
Itineraries
We have a unique selection of suggested Bhutan treks designed to help you discover the stunning lanscapes of this Himalayan kingdom. All of our treks are completely tailor made featuring a range of accommodation styles customised to suit our clients interests, budget, and timeframe. To find out more about the type of Bhutan tour we can put together for you, please download pages below. Please contact us to learn more about the full range of treks can can customise for you in Bhutan.
Bhutan Cultural Tour Overview
Why visit Bhutan? Bhutan is one of the most unique travel destinations on earth. Discover ancient Buddhist monasteries, temples, dzongs and chortens as well as local foods, traditions and dramatic scenery. Accommodation is of a high standard, and all tourism is highly regulated by the government.
What is the culture in Bhutan? Bhutan is a deeply devout Buddhist country and religion is part of everyday life from the ceremonies performed by red-robed monks in ancient monasteries to the prayer flags which flutter across hills and villages.
When is the best time to visit Bhutan? The best time to go is spring (Mar – May), to witness Bhutan in full bloom, and autumn (Sep – Nov), when there is very little rain and the skies are clear, offering the best mountain viewing. Winter (Dec – Mar) is the best time to view Black-necked Cranes at their winter home in the Phobjikha Valley.
What can I combine Bhutan with? Combine a cultural tour with a trek, village walk or some other exciting outdoor adventure such as whitewater rafting. You can also combine Bhutan with a tour in neighbouring India.
How do I get to Bhutan? Most of our tours include return airfares from Bangkok, Thailand to Paro in Bhutan. Alternatively, you can fly from Singapore, Nepal or various cities within India.
