Welcome to the Land of the Thunder Dragon

No other country on earth has preserved and protected its traditions, environment and cultural identity from the influence of western civilization as much as Bhutan has. In 1999 Bhutan was the last country to introduce TV while mobile-service was introduced in 2004. Bhutan balances modernization with its ancient culture and traditions und the guiding philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH). Nestled between Tibet and India Bhutan with its distinctive types of monastic forts known – similar to Tibet - used to be known as one of the most isolated countries in the world.

Thanks to Bhutan’s opening to the outside world in a manner and pace that is in line with its development and the sentiment of its people it remains one of the most fascinating and unique attractions in the entire Himalayas.

Through our direct contacts in Bhutan and our repeated personal visits there we are in a position to provide you with unforgettable and individual experiences. Meet Bhutan’s gentle people, learn about Bhutan’s Vajrayana Buddhism, enjoy a religious mask-dance, walk through picturesque landscapes and villages, visit sanctuaries, farm houses, monasteries and Dzongs; and explore lesser known corners of this exceptional country with us. If you are adventurous you can even include bicycling, MTB, river rafting or you may explore Bhutan’s mountain-world and remote villages by one of our many types of treks.

Bhutan is also your exquisite destination if you are looking for luxury and the extraordinary. Your visit to Bhutan can easily be combined with a visit to Sikkim and/or Assam in India. We look forward to offering you our standard-programs or to helping you design your individual itinerary.

Best Time to Travel

Spring – March to June

Spring is the best time to experience Bhutan’s diverse flora & fauna. Vast stretches of forested hills are dotted with sweet smelling magnolia or a riot of colors displayed by a variety of rhododendron. March is peak-primula-season while orchids are at their peak from April to June. Farmers are busy planting rice seedlings in the lower valleys or are busy herding their animals on the lush pastures.

Summer – June to September

From July to September Bhutan receives plety of rain. Warm temperatures without extreme heat make trekking in high-altitude during this time of the year a special experience. The Laya-nomads move with their yaks to higher pastures on which the colourful Himalayan flora now is at its best.

In lower areas farmer’s rice-fields are now filled with water.

Fall – October to December

This time is ideal for trekking and for good views and comfortable weather. Monsoon is over, the valleys are green and the sky – mostly - blue. Mountain-views are generally clearer now. Fall is also harvest-season with many colourful religious festivals taking place.

Winter - December to March

During winter months nights are cool while days are mostly sunny and dry.

Monastic festivals and archery-events take place throughout the year but mostly in April, September and October. We look forward to informing you about Bhutan’s festivals this year.

Bhutan Private Itineraries

* As per your individual time-frame we can adjust the duration of your journey. Under ‘Trekking’ the nr. of days refers to the actual nr. of trekking-days. After having chosen a trek we integrate it with your itinerary.