Trekking in Bhutan

Bhutan offers many opportunities for trekking with its splendid scenic beauty, lofty mountains and deep valleys untouched by modernization. Trekking in this Himalayan kingdom is a wonderful experience for any one who enjoys hiking and camping in rich natural habitats, meeting indigenous people and their cultures. It is quite different from trekking in Nepal where you may meet other trekkers at every bend. The country ranges from the dense forest of subtropical jungles to the alpine shrubs, endowed with a wide spectrum of Himalayan flora and fauna. The land is thinly populated with scattered settlements. A person may walk for several days before sighting a village.

Although the Himalayas have always held a long-standing attraction to the western world it is a recent development here. Bhutan is one of the most exclusive and rare destinations for any tourist. The unique culture, architecture, lofty snowcapped peaks, fortress like dzongs, Lamaist Buddhist traditions and its friendly people leave an everlasting impression on the visitor.

Like all tours to Bhutan, trekking can only be organized through a registered agency in Bhutan. The same daily costs apply as with any tours ($200 per person per night) and includes all the services, accommodation, meals, guide, pack animals, etc.

There are a choice of 4 to 25 (or more) day treks. The 7 to 10-day trek to the base of Chomolhari, the sacred mountain of Bhutan, is one of the most popular hike in Bhutan. For those looking for a shorter trek the 5-day Druk Path trek is a good choice. Bumthang and Lhunthse areas offer easy to moderate trekking for those looking for more of a cultural experience. And for those looking for challenging treks the Laya, Lunana and Snowman treks offer some of the remotest and demanding trekking anywhere in the Himalayas.

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• 5 Day Western Bhutan Cultural Tour of Paro and Thimphu
• 7 Day Cultural Tour
• 13-Day Cultural Tour of Western & Central Bhutan

• Chomolhari Base Camp Trek
• Druk Path Trek
• Bumthang Cultural Trek and Tour
• Gangtey Winter Trek
• Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek
• Dur Hot Spring Trek

• Thimphu Festival Tour
• Paro Festival With Drukpath Trek
• Jambay Lakhang Festival Tour
• Ura Festival With Bumthang Cultural Trek
• Annual Black-Necked Crane Festival Tour